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About Antique accommodation
Antique sits along the wild west coast of Panay Island, facing the Sulu Sea and backed by the Madja-as mountain range. It is one of the more laid back corners of the Visayas, with far fewer crowds than nearby Boracay and Aklan, and a slower pace built around hot springs, cold springs and quiet beaches rather than nightlife. Staying here suits travellers keen on nature, hiking and a genuine taste of provincial Philippines.
Where should you stay in Antique?
- San Jose de Buenavista: the provincial capital and main hub, with the widest choice of inns and easy access to shops, the airport and the pier.
- Anini-y: a relaxed coastal town near Sira-an Hot Spring and the jump off point for boat trips to Nogas Island.
- Tibiao: known for river tubing and simple mountain lodges close to Mt Madja-as.
- Culasi: the gateway town for Malumpati Cold Spring and treks up Mt Madja-as.
How much is Antique accommodation?
Antique is one of the more affordable provinces in the Visayas to stay in, in keeping with its quiet, laid back appeal.
- Budget (under AU$25 a night): simple inns and transient lodges in San Jose de Buenavista and Anini-y, usually with fan or basic air conditioning.
- Mid range (AU$25 to AU$60 a night): air conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and hot water, including a few business style hotels and beach facing options.
- Higher end (AU$60 and up): resort style stays near the coast and hot springs, with pools, spa services and sea views.
What is Antique known for?
- Malumpati Cold Spring, famous for its clear blue lagoon fed by an underground river.
- Sira-an Hot Spring, a natural sulfuric spring set right on the coast overlooking the Sulu Sea.
- Trekking up Mt Madja-as, the highest peak on Panay Island and a favourite for keen hikers.
- Quiet, uncrowded beaches along the west coast, a world away from the buzz of Boracay.
- River tubing and easy nature trips around Tibiao.
What are the best hotels in Antique?
Antique's accommodation scene is genuinely small, so choice is more limited here than in bigger Philippine destinations. Most options cluster around San Jose de Buenavista, with a further handful near the hot spring at Anini-y.
- The Pinnacle Suites: a boutique style inn in San Jose de Buenavista with antique inspired furnishings and local artwork through its rooms and corridors.
- Eagle's Inn: a straightforward, well kept inn in San Jose de Buenavista with comfortable suite rooms.
- RedDoorz @ Golden Travellers Inn Antique: a budget friendly pick in San Jose de Buenavista with reliable Wi-Fi and hot showers.
- Sira-an Hot Spring Resort: a beachfront resort in Anini-y built around natural sulfuric hot spring pools, handy if you want your stay and your soak in one place.
Tips for booking a stay in Antique?
- Book ahead over Philippine long weekends and the Christmas to New Year period, when rooms in San Jose de Buenavista can fill up quickly.
- Choose San Jose de Buenavista if you want the most room choice and easy access to transport, or stay in Anini-y if a hot spring soak is the priority.
- Carry cash for smaller inns and transient lodges outside the capital, as card facilities can be limited in the province.
- Pack light hiking gear if you are planning the Mt Madja-as trek or a river tubing trip, since accommodation here suits an active, outdoorsy stay rather than a resort holiday.
