Pros

  • In a quiet beachfront area, a 15-minute drive from hopping Station 2
  • Large, upscale suites with expansive ocean views and full kitchens
  • Private access to a small sandy beach with lounge chairs and water sports
  • Dolphin-shaped infinity pool overlooking the ocean, plus an outdoor whirlpool
  • Filipino and international cuisine at Seaview Restaurant, with outdoor seating available
  • Rooftop bar with panoramic ocean views
  • Small fitness center with cardio and strength-training equipment
  • In-room massage services available
  • Meeting room with printing services and computers
  • Small shop with groceries and wine
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout
  • Free shuttle service to D Mall
  • Varied buffet breakfast included in room rates
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Cons

  • Not within walking distance of Stations 1 and 2
  • No full spa on-site
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Bottom Line

Monaco Suites de Boracay is a Mediterranean-style luxury property located in a secluded area, a little away from the hustle and bustle of Stations 1 and 2. With private access to a small beach, an infinity pool, and stunning ocean views from all common spaces and rooms, the hotel is an ideal pick for couples and families seeking some peace and quiet. The property consists of 50 large, upscale suites with one to three bedrooms, large furnished terraces with ocean views, spacious living areas, and full kitchens. The restaurant serves tasty international cuisine and has great views, and the rooftop bar is a lovely spot for a quiet drink at night overlooking the ocean. In-room massages are available, but there is no full spa on-site. Travelers looking for something more central may want to check out The District Boracay in Station 2 instead.

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Oyster Hotel Review

Monaco Suites de Boracay

Scene

A Mediterranean-style property with a relaxing atmosphere and a private beach

Built on the side of a steep hill, a 15-minute drive from the action in Station 2, Monaco Suites de Boracay has a relaxing atmosphere hard to find in properties closer to White Beach. Its 50 suites are housed in 14 beautiful villas with panoramic views of the ocean and the surrounding area. Mustard-hued facades with white Italianate balustrades and large windows with white frames lend the property a strong Mediterranean feel. White stone stairs and tile paths wind through lush manicured grounds dotted with bamboo, palm trees, and other local plants. A large round building with a striking blue dome, a large classic-inspired statue, and green marble accents houses the lobby and main reception area, while dozens of large arched windows offer serene ocean views. 

The grounds are steep in some areas, but golf carts are always at hand for those who prefer not to walk. Suites and villas take the top part of the hill, while the restaurant, the bar and the pool are located closest to the beach. A set of stairs at the bottom of the property leads to a small stretch of sand where the hotel has a few loungers, some kayaks and a jet ski.The Monaco Suites Boracay is one of the few hotels in the Philippines powered by solar energy. 

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Location

Directly on a small beach, a short drive from Section 2

The property feels a bit remote and is located on the hills of eastern Boracay. There aren’t any restaurants or bars nearby, but the hotel runs a free shuttle hourly to D Mall and to the central areas of lively Station 2, a 15-minute drive away. There is a lovely private beach on-site, and water sports can be booked at the property, but those who want to visit gorgeous White Beach can either take the hotel shuttle or a tricycle (tuk-tuk). The hotel is also a short drive from the pier from where speedboats take visitors to Caticlan Airport.

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Rooms

Large multi-room suite with living areas, kitchens, and terraces

The hotel has 50 units ranging between spacious One-Bedroom Suites and huge Three-Bedroom Villas. All have classic Mediterranean-inspired architectural details including columns, arched doorways, and white balustrades, plus local touches such as rattan and wicker furniture and leaf prints on accent pillows and bed runners. Each suite has a spacious living area with couches, armchairs, and a coffee table, plus a kitchen with a stocked full-size fridge, a microwave, a cooktop, a sink, and an electric kettle. Large terraces with lounge chairs offer serene views of the hotel grounds and the ocean beyond. Bathrooms have slate or brown-tile floors, flower-shaped sinks, and either wet room-style showers or separate showers and tubs. 

Prestige Suites are a tad more contemporary than Luxury Suites (the standard room type here), and Presidential Suites have four-poster beds. Butler services and private airport transfer for up to six people is offered to guests staying in the Royal Suite. 

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Features

A private beach, an infinity pool, a restaurant, a gym, and meeting space -- but no spa

The hotel has direct private access to a small sandy beach with usually clear water. There are a few lounge chairs on the sand and additional ones on a small patch of grass just above the beach. Kayaks, snorkeling gear, and jet skis are available for guest use and can be booked at the front desk. The hotel's large dolphin-shaped infinity pool looks out over the beach and has a few lounge chairs of its own; at night, underwater lights lend the deck a romantic atmosphere. Just beyond the pool is a small gazebo with a whirlpool, also with views of the sea. The restaurant serves tasty international cuisine and a few Filipino dishes in a curved dining room with large arched windows that lead to a big terrace with a few additional tables. A varied breakfast buffet is included in room rates. The hotel also a rooftop bar with ocean views and a selection of beer, wine, and cocktails.

The fitness center is small but airy, and has a handful of cardio and strength-training machines. Although the quiet vibe is probably more appealing to couples and families with older children, the playground, ping-pong table, and darts are convenient for those traveling with children or teenagers. The hotel also has a spacious meeting room, a small shop with basic sundries, a free shuttle service to D Mall, and free Wi-Fi. While in-room massage services are available, there's no full spa. 

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Oyster Hotel Review

Monaco Suites de Boracay

Scene

A Mediterranean-style property with a relaxing atmosphere and a private beach

Built on the side of a steep hill, a 15-minute drive from the action in Station 2, Monaco Suites de Boracay has a relaxing atmosphere hard to find in properties closer to White Beach. Its 50 suites are housed in 14 beautiful villas with panoramic views of the ocean and the surrounding area. Mustard-hued facades with white Italianate balustrades and large windows with white frames lend the property a strong Mediterranean feel. White stone stairs and tile paths wind through lush manicured grounds dotted with bamboo, palm trees, and other local plants. A large round building with a striking blue dome, a large classic-inspired statue, and green marble accents houses the lobby and main reception area, while dozens of large arched windows offer serene ocean views. 

The grounds are steep in some areas, but golf carts are always at hand for those who prefer not to walk. Suites and villas take the top part of the hill, while the restaurant, the bar and the pool are located closest to the beach. A set of stairs at the bottom of the property leads to a small stretch of sand where the hotel has a few loungers, some kayaks and a jet ski.The Monaco Suites Boracay is one of the few hotels in the Philippines powered by solar energy. 

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Location

Directly on a small beach, a short drive from Section 2

The property feels a bit remote and is located on the hills of eastern Boracay. There aren’t any restaurants or bars nearby, but the hotel runs a free shuttle hourly to D Mall and to the central areas of lively Station 2, a 15-minute drive away. There is a lovely private beach on-site, and water sports can be booked at the property, but those who want to visit gorgeous White Beach can either take the hotel shuttle or a tricycle (tuk-tuk). The hotel is also a short drive from the pier from where speedboats take visitors to Caticlan Airport.

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Rooms

Large multi-room suite with living areas, kitchens, and terraces

The hotel has 50 units ranging between spacious One-Bedroom Suites and huge Three-Bedroom Villas. All have classic Mediterranean-inspired architectural details including columns, arched doorways, and white balustrades, plus local touches such as rattan and wicker furniture and leaf prints on accent pillows and bed runners. Each suite has a spacious living area with couches, armchairs, and a coffee table, plus a kitchen with a stocked full-size fridge, a microwave, a cooktop, a sink, and an electric kettle. Large terraces with lounge chairs offer serene views of the hotel grounds and the ocean beyond. Bathrooms have slate or brown-tile floors, flower-shaped sinks, and either wet room-style showers or separate showers and tubs. 

Prestige Suites are a tad more contemporary than Luxury Suites (the standard room type here), and Presidential Suites have four-poster beds. Butler services and private airport transfer for up to six people is offered to guests staying in the Royal Suite. 

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Features

A private beach, an infinity pool, a restaurant, a gym, and meeting space -- but no spa

The hotel has direct private access to a small sandy beach with usually clear water. There are a few lounge chairs on the sand and additional ones on a small patch of grass just above the beach. Kayaks, snorkeling gear, and jet skis are available for guest use and can be booked at the front desk. The hotel's large dolphin-shaped infinity pool looks out over the beach and has a few lounge chairs of its own; at night, underwater lights lend the deck a romantic atmosphere. Just beyond the pool is a small gazebo with a whirlpool, also with views of the sea. The restaurant serves tasty international cuisine and a few Filipino dishes in a curved dining room with large arched windows that lead to a big terrace with a few additional tables. A varied breakfast buffet is included in room rates. The hotel also a rooftop bar with ocean views and a selection of beer, wine, and cocktails.

The fitness center is small but airy, and has a handful of cardio and strength-training machines. Although the quiet vibe is probably more appealing to couples and families with older children, the playground, ping-pong table, and darts are convenient for those traveling with children or teenagers. The hotel also has a spacious meeting room, a small shop with basic sundries, a free shuttle service to D Mall, and free Wi-Fi. While in-room massage services are available, there's no full spa. 

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Babysitting Services

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Beach

  • Business Center

  • Cable

  • Concierge

  • Fitness Center

  • Free Breakfast

  • Full Kitchen

  • Internet

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Mini Bar (with liquor)

  • Pool

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Smoking Rooms Available

  • Spa

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