MR Holidays Hotel

Arrived Boracay, off-season July, with no reservations at all. Sat on a wall with my tablet for over 2 hours, studying my options on Expedia, to try to make decision, evaluating all properties from their characteristics/reviews. My gut led me to choose this one; price was excellent around USD $30, it was at the upscale north end of White Beach (nr. station 1) and was ACTUALLY BEACHFRONT. I was not disappointed. It's not a luxury property but the location on Boracay, at the quieter, classier north end of the beach, is superb; on unquestionably the very best section of the entire beach--widest, cleanest, prettiest. Walkable to Stn.2. Price off season most reasonable; staff friendly and helpful---cleaned my laundry for $6. Negotiated a bit on extended stay. 24 hour number available for any after hours issues. Only issue, which others commented on, was the poor/unreliable on/off wi-fi, which the property is aware of and will presumably fix soon. A non-luxury-needing traveler who wants a solid, clean little room in the best location on Boracay, cannot go wrong with this property at this price. No elevator may be consideration for some; also, no direct entry from the road. Must walk along the beautiful beach with luggage to get to it! CNN International & A/C worked. Charmingly, did hear a rooster at 4:30 AM, and a cute gecko ran up my wall from the air conditioner area, but that's part of the charm of being in the Philippines, part of exotic travel! Solid budget choice!!

Average accommodations but great location. If you want to enjoy the peaceful natural beauty of Station 1 Boracay White beach at an affordable price, this is the place. If you want the busy nightlife and party atmosphere, this is not the place.