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Reviews of Isla Gecko Resort This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Station 2, Balabag, Malay, Aklan, 5608 Boracay, Philippines

#99 of 173 hotels in Boracay

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 138 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    9.0
    Ok for backpacker individuals but not for family with kids.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location is 7-10 mins walk to the beach and D’Mall. The alley is quite dark in the evening and early morning but there are security within the area. The area is within local residences and dogs can be seen on the road.

    The room was clean and comfortable. Staffs are very helpful and kind.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    7.0
    5 nights in Boracay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom is shoebox sized. Access path is unpaved and horrid after rain and is dark either way towards D'Mall or to the Beach.

    Staff very nice.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 8, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    weak Wi-Fi

    good value

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 1, 2024

    8.0
    the staff are good and approachable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    none

    its quiet and serene

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 13, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great value and staff. I liked the location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 13, 2024

    8.0
    Not great not terrible
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower. But all places have same shower. Street not nice to where is entrance of hotel. No hair dryer

    Good location, Good AC

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    NA

    WiFi was good. We were able to work.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: January 23, 2024

    9.0
    Would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Super Family Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not a property issue But At times had to walk on a gravel road to get to the hotel Not easy with suitcases with wheels

    Location Out of the way but close to everything

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 9, 2024

    7.0
    Hood value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beach was dirty and you couldn’t swim in the sea as the it was out day and it was dirty

    It was in a great location

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 4, 2024

    8.0
    Good value!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower faucet was loose but that is minor. Location of hotel entrance is in an alley route that is not well lit.

    Location was good. Close to station 2 beach. Room was clean.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 2, 2024

    8.0
    A great stay at the Isla Gecko. Very clean rooms, affordable and friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast could be improved.

    Very clean and affordable boutique hotel in Boracay.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 8, 2023

    8.0
    We had fun and I would recommend Isla for affordable , clean and great staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No thick blankets

    Easy access to tge beach and the Dmall

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 6, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Too noisy,from outside, corridor and conditioner

    Very nice location

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 27, 2023

    8.0
    Convenient
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 20, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location the entrance is in an alley which if you are alone can feel a bit intimidating

    Friendly clean and comfortable

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 9, 2023

    9.0
    It was a wonderful vacation for my children and I to recharge and relax
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Super Extra Family Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really

    Conveniently situated and the center of Boracay and very affordable

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 7, 2023

    9.0
    Good for its price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staffs were very kind and accommodating. The room was very spacious, clean, and smells good. The location is just near dmall so you can stroll around the area with less hassle.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 6, 2023

    8.0
    Good location since it’s on the center. Room interior can still be improved to make more cozy. Furniture sets are outdat
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The narrow street going there gets too dark at night and when it rains, street got water puddle which can be an inconvenience for some.

    It’s location is near D Mall and beach.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 3, 2023

    9.0
    great
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Super Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    no elevator.

    few minutes walk from everything.. d mall, beach. clean facility friendly staff

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 11, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Upgrade amenities

    Clean and affordable, walking distance to front beach

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: October 10, 2023

    7.0
    Good location fot the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff didnt really know much information for the turists, so they couldnt really help.

    The situation is fine, near the beach. The room had air conditioning.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2023

    8.0
    Homey clean Stay
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The small road leading up to Isla Gecko from the wider road could be made better. It was uneven and not paved all the way.

    We were happy with the efficient and helpful staff. They were always ready to help with our concerns.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2023

    9.0
    Have been twice and would book the same room again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 21 nights

    Very clean, good breakfast, helpful staff, good location next to DMall and restuarants. Just a short stroll to the beach.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2023

    9.0
    Isla Gecko Resort is the place to stay after a day on the beaches of Boracay. We'll be back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There were no negatives about the hotel to be said other than our stay was short.

    This review is from me being a Filipino American taking a quick vacay from the main vacay. The personal experience is based on a "red-apple 2 green-apple" comparison to a hotel in the U.S. taking into account location, amenities, and overall value that would address my personal family needs. I balanced the necessity of comfort after a day at the beach & local open-air mall to that being frugal and sacrificing the chance of a good night's rest in addition to accessibility to the beaches as well as the local vendors. I wanted a place where at the end of the day, my family & I could rest ourselves - no unnecessary pampering or staff waiting on my "beck 'n call". The hotel is a two-minute walk, hidden in an alleyway from the main morning market area; from the hotel to the beach is about the same. The staff was wonderful, to begin with. We were greeted with genuine smiles. Check-in was easy and as I expected; they made sure they gave a "welcome to our home" - not motel - feeling. Our room was the family room suite that included a full-size bed and bunkbed. They were comfortable to relax on while checking out local & cable channels on the television. The room was cooled with a/c when we arrived. Towels were set-up as origami swans on the beds along with two full-size pillows per person and clean bedding. The room included a fridge, safe, and closet with hangers. The room was spacious. The bathroom included a water heating unit to have a warm shower. Usual amenities included soap, drinking glasses & the always coveted extra roll of toilet paper. They have wi-fi. Breakfast is optional. I had not added it to the booking but I would recommend adding it as a convenience - traditional filipino breakfast was sarap (kuddos to the chef). There is a lobby on the ground floor & "loft" area on the second floor to hang out (we were on the 3rd floor).

    Stayed in July 2023

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