Name: Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay
Address: Punta Bunga Cove, Barangay Yapak, Yapak, 5608 Boracay, Philippines, Punta Bunga Cove, Barangay Yapak, Boracay Island, 5608, Philippines
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $198 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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Guest Reviews (35)

Resort Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay

This is a Preferred Partner property. It's committed to giving guests a positive experience with its excellent service and great value. This property might pay Booking.com a little more to be in this Program. Beach. This property is either next to the beach or will have its own private access. Airport shuttle. Airport shuttle available at no extra charge. You can request this in the next step.

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Everything was great — from the private beach, to the food (was able to eat at all three restaurants — all were really good; Mosaic in particular was spectacular), to the spa massages. You’ll really feel pampered.

Isabel, Philippines

Loved everything especially the beach,so clean and relaxing

Batool, Kuwait

The transportation from airport to resort is a peace of mind, Never seen friendly staff that rush to serve you before you even say anything like the, breakfast and restaurants(2) are really good, beautiful swimming pool and beach view. free transportation from and to D'mall station 2.

Abdulmajid, Saudi Arabia

After spending 5 days at Mövenpick I moved to crimson for 1 night . Was The best thing that happened to us . Very pleasant stay at crimson - foam party an absolute blast Very efficient staff Excellent service Azure restaurant - food quality and service amazing

Ismail, South Africa

staffs are kind and lovely have private beach next time，must choose a sea view room

Jiayao, China

Service was perfect. Thanks you for the honey moon decoration and the suprise birthday cake!

Wendy, Malaysia

The staff was really helpful, breakfast was so good, fresh seafood served when ever you order it, amazing! Rooms and infrastructure is great

Magicivy, Croatia

Staff was amazing, especially Mr. Bee Jay who assisted us in the beach particularly for being all the time really kind and so atencious. Hotel is very clean and very calm if you want relax. Great breakfast and fantastic beach. Free transfer from and to airport. Free shuttle to the center of Boracay many times during the day. For sure we recomend this hotel!

João, Portugal

Place was very clean, comfortable and staff were really helpful allowing us a room to shower before heading to the airport as our departure was a number of hours after our check-out time. Private beach front is very scenic and relaxing. Excellent breakfast buffet.

Rebecca, Switzerland

Perfect staff! Perfect breakfast! Perfect beach! Room for children is ok. Rooms(we have delux) is ok. Clean is ok.

Ekaterina, Philippines

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9.6

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What guests loved the most:
“Everything was great — from the private beach, to the food (was able to eat at all three restaurants — all were really good; Mosaic in particular was spectacular), to the spa massages. ”

Isabel Philippines
“Loved everything especially the beach,so clean and relaxing ”

Batool Kuwait
“The transportation from airport to resort is a peace of mind, Never seen friendly staff that rush to serve you before you even say anything like the, breakfast and restaurants(2) are really good,...”

Abdulmajid Saudi Arabia
“After spending 5 days at Mövenpick I moved to crimson for 1 night . Was The best thing that happened to us . ”

Ismail South Africa
“staffs are kind and lovely have private beach next time，must choose a sea view room”

Jiayao China
“Service was perfect. Thanks you for the honey moon decoration and the suprise birthday cake!”

Wendy Malaysia
“The staff was really helpful, breakfast was so good, fresh seafood served when ever you order it, amazing! Rooms and infrastructure is great”

Magicivy Croatia
“Staff was amazing, especially Mr. Bee Jay who assisted us in the beach particularly for being all the time really kind and so atencious. Hotel is very clean and very calm if you want relax. ”

João Portugal
“Place was very clean, comfortable and staff were really helpful allowing us a room to shower before heading to the airport as our departure was a number of hours after our check-out time. ”

Rebecca Switzerland
“Perfect staff! Perfect breakfast! Perfect beach! Room for children is ok. Rooms(we have delux) is ok. Clean is ok.”

Ekaterina Philippines

Experience World-class Service at Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay

Boasting of an infinity pool with a stunning view of the sea and a private beach area, Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay is located in the Boracay Island, 1,950 feet from Willy's Rock and 1.7 mi from White Beach. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Each room at the resort is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. Each room comes with a private bathroom with a bath and bidet, with bathrobes and slippers provided. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Guests can savor on Asian, International, and seafood dishes at the restaurant, on ala carte or buffet.

Free shuttle is available at the property for guests use while D'Mall Boracay is 1.9 mi away. The nearest airport is Godofredo P. Ramos (Caticlan) Airport, 5 mi from the property.

Yapak is a great choice for travelers interested in scenery, sunshine and friendly locals.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Boracay! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Oct 2, 2017

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Most Popular Facilities

Swimming pool

Free WiFi

Beachfront

Outdoor pool

Airport shuttle (free)

Family rooms

Bar

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.4 for two-person stays.

ATM & Currency Exchange: Need cash? There's an ATM and a currency exchange service at this property.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Asian, American, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Fitness center

Fishing

Game room

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Area Info – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in scenery, sunshine and friendly locals – Check location

Closest Landmarks

Willy's Rock
0.4 miles
Diniwid Beach
0.6 miles
Bulabog Beach
1.7 miles
D'Mall Boracay
1.9 miles
Caticlan Jetty Port
4.7 miles
Ariel's Point
8.5 miles

Restaurants & Markets

CityMall Supermarket
1.7 miles

Beaches in the Neighborhood

Puka Shell Beach White sand
Swimming, Food & Drink, Watching the Sunset, Seashell collecting
White Beach White sand
Swimming, Water Sports, Food & Drink, Watching the Sunset

Closest Airports

Godofredo P. Ramos Airport
5.2 miles
Kalibo International Airport
38 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Staff was amazing, especially Mr. Bee Jay who assisted us in the beach particularly for being all the time really kind and so atencious. Hotel is very clean and...”

João

Portugal

“Place was very clean, comfortable and staff were really helpful allowing us a room to shower before heading to the airport as our departure was a number of hour...”

Rebecca

Switzerland

“This place nearly gets everything right. It's brand-new and well laid out. The staff are incredibly friendly and polite. The facilities are gorgeous - room,...”

Parispatrick

France

8.3

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3 Restaurants On Site

Saffron Cafe

Food: International

Menu: Buffet & À La Carte
Azure Beach Club

Food: Indian, Japanese, Korean, Asian

Menu: À la carte
Mosaic Latin American Grill

Food: Latin American

Menu: À la carte

4 reasons to choose Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay

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Check-in

3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children are welcome

< 1 year old	Can use an existing bed	FREE
1 - 2 years	Can use a crib when requested or an existing bed	FREE
3 - 11 years	Can use an existing bed	FREE
12 years old	Can use an existing bed	FREE
12 years old	Can use an extra bed when requested	₱ 2,800 per child, per night
13+ years	Can use an extra bed when requested	₱ 2,800 per person, per night

The maximum number of extra beds, cribs, and children allowed in existing beds depends on the room you pick. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Please note that the rates include round trip land and boat transfers from Caticlan Airport. For guests arriving in Kalibo Airport, please contact the property directly.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

“Everything was great — from the private beach, to the food (was able to eat at all three restaurants — all were really good; Mosaic in particular was spectacular), to the spa massages. You’ll really feel pampered.”

Isabel

Philippines

“The transportation from airport to resort is a peace of mind, Never seen friendly staff that rush to serve you before you even say anything like the, breakfast and restaurants(2) are really good, beautiful swimming pool and beach view. free transportation from and to D'mall station 2.”

Abdulmajid

Saudi Arabia

“After spending 5 days at Mövenpick I moved to crimson for 1 night . Was The best thing that happened to us . Very pleasant stay at crimson - foam party an absolute blast Very efficient staff Excellent service Azure restaurant - food quality and service amazing ”

Ismail

South Africa

“Staff was amazing, especially Mr. Bee Jay who assisted us in the beach particularly for being all the time really kind and so atencious. Hotel is very clean and very calm if you want relax. Great breakfast and fantastic beach. Free transfer from and to airport. Free shuttle to the center of Boracay many times during the day. For sure we recomend this hotel!”

“Place was very clean, comfortable and staff were really helpful allowing us a room to shower before heading to the airport as our departure was a number of hours after our check-out time. Private beach front is very scenic and relaxing. Excellent breakfast buffet.”

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	Deluxe Double or Twin Room 2 twin beds	Show prices
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	Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Sea View 2 twin beds	Show prices
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+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Suite 1 king bed	Show prices
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+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Suite with Sea View 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This suite features a electric kettle, seating area and tea/coffee maker. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Iron • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Interconnecting room(s) available • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • Soundproof • Tile/Marble floor • View • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • Ocean view • Hypoallergenic • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Entire unit wheelchair accessible • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Suite with Plunge Pool 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This suite has a electric kettle, seating area and bathrobe. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Iron • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Interconnecting room(s) available • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • Soundproof • Tile/Marble floor • View • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Private pool • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • Garden view • Hypoallergenic • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Entire unit wheelchair accessible • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Suite Sea View with Pool Access 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This suite features a mini-bar, bathrobe and electric kettle. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Iron • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • Soundproof • Tile/Marble floor • View • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • Garden view • Hypoallergenic • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Entire unit wheelchair accessible • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Villa 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This villa has a mini-bar, air conditioning and bathrobe. Villa Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Iron • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • Soundproof • Tile/Marble floor • View • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Private pool • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • Garden view • Hypoallergenic • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Entire unit wheelchair accessible • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper • Sofa bed Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Special Offer - Deluxe Room Only 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This twin/double room features a balcony, mini-bar and tumble dryer. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • View • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • Garden view • Hypoallergenic • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Entire unit wheelchair accessible • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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