Hotel di Diniwid, Boracay Island

We stayed here with my family and my brother's family from March 29, 2003 to April 2, 2003. To tell you quite frankly - as the tile of this review goes - our stay was really a pleasant surprise as after booking, I read up on reviews which were really not that good which made me think if we had made the right decision in booking accommodations from this hotel. Our experience was quite the opposite: the road to the hotel from the jetty port (which according to a review I read was muddy) but no longer was when we went there. The hotel itself, when we arrived, as far as I am concerned looked great and was well maintained. The front desk staff were quite accommodating and cheerful and ably assisted us in our checking in to our rooms. We booked 3 rooms and checking in was a breeze. The hotel staff service was excellent. The rooms that we checked in to were great but it would have been better if it had a view but this is just my preference and does not in any way diminish our experience. The restaurant in the hotel was oftentimes good but can leave you wanting for more. This is a beach front hotel but there was a only a short stretch of sand when we stayed there. We were a bit let down I suppose but this was cleared when one of the locals clarified that it was high tide season during this time was being washed away to sea. To see a wide stretch of sand, the best time to here would be around September, but if the lack of a decent beachfront is no issue to you then anytime except the rainy season would be a good time to visit and you can easily reach Station 1 via a 5-10 minute walk. Since this hotel is on the western side of of the island, I can guarantee that you would experience sunsets like no other. If you prefer the peace and quiet of a homey ambience, nestled in a small nook at the far end of the western side of the island, then this hotel is perfect for you - alone or with your family and friends.

Pros: Lots of positives about the accommodation. We booked to be collected and that went smoothly. The apartment was spacious and I absolutely loved the view from the balcony, we could certainly see the sea. The air conditioning was the quietest we had in all our holiday in the Philippines and effective and the bed comfortable. We really liked the location, it felt out of the way but easy to get to the centre of Boracay . It is up a hill from DIniwid beach and easy to walk to either Diniwid beach (5/6 minutes) or the shopping centre ( 10 minutes) ( between 09.00 and 18:00p.m. they provide a shuttle on demand) . I was so glad we were there and not in the centre of Boracay as it was very busy whereas it was really quiet at night for us. The staff/owners were lovely and friendly and we ended up booking a couple of trips through them as they seemed competitive. Cons. A couple of tweeks in the accommodation, a new bathroom blind would make it look a bit better, the toilet system wasn't the most effective. However it was the breakfast that I couldn't understand . Our breakfast was included and it seemed strange that someone could have a Filipino breakfast which was more money than the pancake or omelette one but if you wanted some fruit with the pancake it was extra. Coming from the Uk where the tropical fruit is imported I love to go to the far east where it is plentiful and cheap so I couldn't understand the logic. The cons wouldn't be enough to deter me from staying again if I came to Boracay just I feel I couldn't rate it a 5 though the location I felt was so lovely and I would have liked to.

Upon entering our room, it had a funky smell due to it being not cleaned or maintained for a long time. You can clearly see the dirt around the corners and feel the dust on the floor. The toilet was dirty with the bidet broken. There were no basic toiletries. We have to ask a towel which they have only one available (we followed up the second towel a day after). All of these give us the impression of indifference and unpreparedness towards the necessities of their guests. More worryingly, we suspect that the bed is filled with bed fleas/bugs since my partner had increasingly suffered bites as the days go by (we stayed for 3 nights). It is such a shame considering the positive reviews we have read online before and at the beginning of the pandemic. Unfortunately, it seems Chillax has been ”abandoned” and lost its credibility as one of the best hostels in Boracay.

If you want a peaceful environment away from the busy White Beach, this is the perfect place to stay. Station 1 is within walking distance though, maybe 15-20 minute walk. The room I booked always gives a perfect view of the sunset. The owner, Mel, is very welcoming and approachable. Other staff Dave and Jazell are also very friendly and helpful. They also gave me the option to have my breakfast brought to my room every morning. Very convenient! The AC works perfectly well, the hot shower, and they have bidet and hair dryer. Not to mention the fully equipped kitchen and dining area (they have a stove and cooking utensils, and a big fridge). The resident dogs Gia and Winston are adorable. Maybe the only disadvantages I can think of are the flooding in the area going to the hotel (whenever it rains quite heavily even for a short time) and the rampant chicken farm/poultry owners everywhere in the area (the noise can be bothersome in the morning when you are having a good sleep). But nevertheless, this is a great hotel and worth every penny you’ll pay.

1. We stored our bags for a bit since we got there quite early. 2. Just a few mins walk from Station 2- residential area but safe at night to walk 3. Comfy bed! We stayed at 4 different hotels during my last trip to Boracay. They got duvet while other hotels don’t have. 4. Ac was working well! Love it! It was so cold in my room. 5. Food is delish! We ordered twice- afternoon snack and bfast.. Both were good.. 6. Just need to check the wifi 7. Love that they have dogs lounging around the restaurant 😊 8. Seems a bit strict on visitor- showed the room to my friend who currently works at another hotel and they asked what time the visitor plans to leave something like that- just have an id prepared if u have a visitor Worth staying!

The best accomodation ever in boracay you must try there hotel I love the room the bathroom it was so spacious and you can cook and use there kitchen wear and utensils for free💖💖💖 the receptionist was so amazing very accommodating the girl who give us coupon for Galaxy club your so amazing thank you so much!!! I will differently book here again in ,y next Boracay trip.💖💖💖💖

Wow what an awesome hostel! From the kind staff, clean amenities and the location, this place was well worth the money. If you need a quiet place so close to the beach, I would highly recommend this place. What a great innovation they have to offer free drinks over the weekend from 7 to 7:30pm! Simply my number one choice should I visit Boracay’s white beach again.

Хостел очень крутой, большущая кровать, движ какой-то периодически, отличная музыка (отдельное спасибо за выбор репертуара), не понравилось дорогое кафе и отсутствие всякого вида кухни для постояльцев, все-таки для снимаюших хостел слишком накладно так тратиться, плюс ещё сервисные проценты берут. Очень огорчило, что перестали менять полотенца, как было заявлено каждые 3 дня, и вообще регулярная путаница с полотенцами, человек уезжает, забирают твоё полотенце, а его полотенце оставляют. Но! в этом хостеле в принципе есть полотенца бесплатные, уже хорошо) если холодно от кондея, можно попросить одеяло, они у них есть;)