Pet friendly Hotels in Western Visayas, Philippines

We stayed in Boracay for 8 days, and Paradise Garden Resort was the third hotel we checked into during the trip. Surprisingly, among all the hotels we stayed at, Paradise Garden was one of the more affordable ones yet it ended up giving us one of the best overall experiences. We’re currently staying at Azalea Hotels & Residences Boracay, which has a higher rate and supposedly more premium services, but honestly, Paradise Garden stood out so much more because of how consistent and exceptional their service was. From the moment we arrived, the experience already felt smooth and welcoming. The lobby had plenty of seating for guests checking in and out, which was a huge relief especially after being out in the heat. Check-in was hassle-free, and we were even allowed to check in earlier than the standard 2 PM time. Someone also personally assisted us to our room which makes sense because the property itself is huge. At first, I thought we wouldn’t even use the pools because, well, you’re already in Boracay. But surprisingly, we still enjoyed them a lot. The pools were clean, well-maintained, and not a hassle to use at all. The resort itself definitely shows its age, and you can tell it has been operating for a long time, but despite that, the service remained exceptional. The staff were consistently courteous and accommodating. I also loved that they had a beachfront area exclusively for Paradise Garden guests. We were able to borrow beach towels for free, and the seating area in front was actually really nice. There were also thoughtful extras like live band performances, massage services by the beach, and even a pool area with a functioning open bar not just something “for display,” but something guests could genuinely enjoy. The room itself was very clean, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. I’m very particular about beds and sheets when staying at hotels, and I honestly slept so well there. Our experience was so good that I genuinely wished we had stayed there for three days instead of just one night. Even checking out was seamless. No issues, no stress just consistently good service from start to finish. That’s probably the best way I can describe Paradise Garden: consistent. Out of the four hotels we stayed at during this Boracay trip, Paradise Garden is honestly the one I would choose to return to. For me, it’s such an underrated hidden gem in Boracay.

The receptionists are really nice and kind. They even helped me with transportation. Price is okay. The room is comfortable and clean. Hot water always available. The wifi is stable. Location is from beach area, and you have to ride e-trike to go there, or the mall. But overall, great stay. Value for money!

The hotel environment is great, and it offers good value for money. The cleaning staff are incredibly diligent; they even tidied up our room again just two hours after we'd left. However, the restaurant experience was disappointing. The cashier was unenthusiastic and had a disdainful attitude. The bill was 421 yuan, and even after I gave 500 yuan, they didn't bother to give me change. Most of the staff are locals from the island, and their English pronunciation isn't standard.

High marks - breakfast (lots of choices, intricate and delicious) - room is spotless, clean, spacious and bed is soooo comfortable - love the shampoo, conditioner and lotions - right beside the hotel there is a food complex for even more food choices - concierge helps on getting taxis Low marks - this could be a one time thing that my room blackout in the middle of the night for awhile and after that tv has no signal til morning and the aircon malfunctioned stating aircon filter need to be cleaned

Great location, just a leisurely 10-minute walk to the beach, and plenty of cafes, restaurants, and shops nearby. The service was outstanding. The staff were friendly and very responsive. Rooms were clean, and the bed was comfortable. Housekeeping was daily, and the linens were changed frequently (about 7 times in 10 days). They even wished my husband a happy birthday, which was a lovely touch. When I fell ill, they brought me ginger and honey tea. The only thing missing was a balcony.

Friendly staff and quite clean. The restaurant by the beach was great, reasonable prices and good food. Very close to popular instagram locations, I❤️Boracay sign and Palm tree for sunset pictures

I keep on coming back to this hotel whenever I am in Aklan and still gets amazed with the coordinated work of the employees and how they exceeded my expectations. Coast’s best assets are not just the location, timely airport transfer, their Filipino breakfast buffet, but most of all—-its employees. Thank you to Zel, Mercy, the concierge, Vea, Bryan/drivers, the guys who helped take care of us while on the beach, and I forgot the other names but— to everyone who made our stay really pleasantly memorable, thank you!

We stayed from Feb 25th to March 1st. It's a decent hotel for a quiet stay. It's about a lazy 10-minute walk to the second station, and there's a supermarket about 200 meters away. The hotel consists of two buildings that are close to each other. There's a bar on the rooftop if you're too lazy to go anywhere else, you can kill some time there. Nearby, there's a cafe, like the ones in Anapa, where you can get grilled chicken for 450 pesos. The air conditioning is quiet, and the bed and pillows are comfortable. Hot water is available. All the staff are smiling and eager to please, almost a bit over-the-top for my taste. For breakfast, there are 4 dishes, so you won't go hungry. Overall, if you're not looking for a place right on the beach, it's a good option.

This place is amazing! I specifically chose a hotel with an indoor pool and a location close to the beach — but not directly on the beachfront — so I could still relax and enjoy a comfortable, peaceful stay. It turned out to be the perfect choice. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, and we truly enjoyed the amenities, especially the pool. There were minor issues, like the bathroom not having a lock, but honestly, it didn’t take away from the overall experience. The facilities, service, and comfort definitely outweighed that small concern. Overall, it was an amazing stay, and I’d happily come back again.

Very disappointing experience at Solina. This was supposed to be a special family dinner and stay because I have recommended this place many times before. Unfortunately, this visit was the worst we’ve had. First, the food during our family dinner package was extremely disappointing. When the dishes were served, everything was already cold. The portions were also shockingly small considering the price. The Daing na Bangus, which costs ₱550 per serving, was about the size of a small saucer. The stuffed squid (₱530) was literally spoon-sized. The calamares was mostly thick flour coating with very little squid inside. For the price we paid, the quality and portion sizes were unacceptable. What made the experience even worse was the service from the front desk. I called to request another laundry bag because only one plastic laundry bag was placed in the room even though there were two guests checked in. Considering Solina is a beach resort, it’s very normal for guests to have wet clothes and extra laundry. I was told that they only provide one plastic bag and that an additional one would cost ₱20. This was surprising because this is already my fourth time staying at Solina, and in previous visits we were never charged when asking for an extra laundry bag. Our clothes were very wet and simply asked if they could provide any plastic bag, but the front desk staff refused. After I ended the call, I picked up the phone again about 10 seconds later to talk to them, but it seemed they had not hung up their phone properly. I clearly heard them mocking me and saying, “Si Attorney na naman?” That was extremely rude and very unprofessional. From the reservation process, to check-in, to the food, and especially the attitude of the front desk staff , this experience was very disappointing. I used to recommend Solina to my workplace and family, which is why we even chose to hold our family gathering here. Sadly, this visit made us regret that decision. The food was bad and overpriced, and the front desk staff were rude and disrespectful behind guests’ backs. Definitely not the experience we expected.