3-Star Hotels in Western Visayas, Philippines

The top-floor room was a duplex, and my whole family loved it the moment we opened the door. We put the little ones in the big bed downstairs, and the oldest had enough space to himself upstairs. The surroundings were also great; just across the road was the beach, there's a restaurant downstairs, and a 7-Eleven next door.

The service and front desk staff were incredibly friendly and helpful; we were even offered a welcome drink upon arrival. The breakfast selection was excellent, and we enjoyed trying different options each day. On our last day, we had an early departure and couldn't make the regular breakfast, but they thoughtfully prepared a takeaway breakfast for us. The hotel also offers a very convenient laundry service; we'd drop off our clothes at the front desk before heading out in the morning and pick them up before returning to our room in the evening. The location is great – not far from the main street, yet tucked away in an alley, making it quite quiet.

we definitely came back here and stay at La Carmela, the staff is super friendly they assist you if you have any concerns, any request of bath towel and tissue, the breakfast is so good as well every day is they have different menu so don't worry about it. the wifi is good but not totally fast, the one room we book no signal at all but have wifi, but in the other room have strong signal of data. overall is great experience and budget friendly!!

We had a fantastic stay at White Coral Hotel! It’s just a short walk from Station 1, which we personally think has the best sand compared to Stations 2 and 3. Ate Josephine was very friendly and welcoming. The room was spacious, & clean. There are also plenty of nearby stores and cafes, making everything very convenient. We’ll definitely be back! We were so excited when we arrived that we forgot to take photos of the room, but it looked exactly like the photos in the listing!

Check in was fast. Staff and security were friendly. Great location in front of the beach. But the resort seems old and the floor in the room was sticky. 3 options of pool to relax in. Booked a deluxe room even though I was alone. Room was big. The towels were worn out though.

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The room was clean, comfortable, and very relaxing. The staff were friendly and accommodating, always ready to help with a smile. The location was also very convenient, making it easy for us to enjoy our trip. Overall, it was a great experience and we would definitely come back again. Highly recommended!

Peaceful Clean ang surrounding Accommodating ang staff Fast service Good breakfast Clean pool

Our stay in Calypso lasted 3 days and 2 nights, and the first thing I appreciated was the location; it’s close to the road access for e-trikes, and literally beach front so you don’t have to look far to go for a swim or start your morning stroll along the coast. They offered plated breakfast options in Sansi that had a nice assortment of Filipino silogs and interncontinental plates that I enjoyed. However, the staff can be a little careless in preparing the food. I ordered extra sausages, and one still had the plastic film around it. Reception also requires a lot of proactivity if you want your room cleaned, need a hair dryer, or your beach towels provided for. Not a huge deal personally because people in the front desk are easy to communicate with, but more effort in voluntarily doing so would have been appreciated. For the price I booked for 2 superior rooms, and the prime location, I would still say that the experience was overall pleasant with little room for improvement. Also, there’s a cute cat in the area! Make sure to say hi!

As a family, we’ve visited this place four times now. Our first visit was about 10 years ago, then again three years later, a third time in 2020, and now recently. To be honest, I’m really disappointed with how the place looks now. Everywhere you look, there is trash on the ground. The landscaping, something I loved most during our first visit, is no longer maintained. Some areas even smell like urine, which is really disheartening. Booking a room has also become difficult. Their Facebook page and website are not responsive, and their phone numbers can’t be reached. When I asked the front desk, I was told that no one is assigned to handle calls. So book your rooms here in trip.com The staff also seem overworked and no longer as welcoming. The bathrooms are poorly maintained, and several areas need attention. The dinosaur park is damaged, and the playground, once a happy place for kids is now broken and has an unpleasant smell. While I appreciate that new attractions like the chasing slides have been added, it’s disappointing that the original features are no longer well maintained. It’s really sad to see how much the place has declined over the years.

The hotel left a very pleasant impression. I'd like to highlight its key advantages, which made our stay comfortable and delicious. Pros (things that really impressed us): 1. Location: The hotel is in a very convenient location. What's also valuable is the peace and quiet. It's not as crowded as Station 1 or 2, but all amenities are easily accessible. 2. Room: We had a wonderful room with direct access to the pool. This is a huge plus: you can jump right in the water in the morning or sit by your mini-terrace in the evening. The room is clean and comfortable. 3. Staff: A special thank you to the hotel staff. They are very kind, conscientious, and do their job well. All requests were resolved quickly, with a smile and a genuine desire to help. You can feel their genuine care for their guests. 4. Cuisine/Breakfast: Breakfast was included in the price and was a real highlight of the morning. Very tasty, filling, and varied. But the biggest discovery was the vegetarian breakfast. It was so delicious and filling that I ordered only that for the last few days of my stay. A major drawback / Beware (personal experience): Be careful when leaving the hotel grounds. There are tour vendors (excursion vendors) standing near the hotel. Unfortunately, they're not very reliable. We encountered them actively pushing services, and then they might change the terms after the deal. I recommend either booking excursions in advance at trusted locations or ignoring the guys at the entrance to avoid ruining your mood. Bottom Line: Banana Bay Boracay is a real find. It offers the perfect balance of price, quality, peace and home comfort. The amazing staff and hearty vegetarian breakfasts made our stay almost perfect. I'd return without a second thought, but I'll be giving the vendors at the entrance a wide berth.