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Dear Mandarin Nest Boracay, I had been wanting to write this review as soon as our stay ended, but I was on continuous holidays. Today, I finally made time because our experience deserves to be shared. Our stay wasn't just comfortable—it was filled with thoughtful moments, heartfelt surprises, and genuine kindness. Every peso we spent was absolutely worth it. Experiences like this are the reason people come back, not only because of the beautiful rooms or facilities, but because of the wonderful people behind them. Thank you, Mandarin Nest Boracay, for making my birthday and our family vacation so unforgettable. We will definitely be back, and without hesitation, I will continue recommending your hotel to my family, friends, and fellow travelers. Highly recommended! ❤️ ~Rina Joy Julian Room 301

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The breakfast was delicious with a great selection of food, and all of the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. The pool bar was also fantastic—it had a great atmosphere and was the perfect place to relax. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this hotel!

excellent location in the centre of Boracay 2 mins from the beach, hotel is immaculate and staff welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable, roof top pool and bar with games available in the evening to play whilst watching the amazing sunset. breakfast was plentiful, seating both indoors and outside, restaurant in the courtyard sells excellent food and cocktails. would thoroughly recommend this hotel if staying in Boracay

We enjoyed our stay. The facilities were fantastic and added so much comfort to our visit. The breakfast buffet offered a wide selection, making mornings delightful. The dining area services were good. Overall, it was a wonderful experience.

We stayed at Crimson Resort in Boracay for 3 nights and had a mostly wonderful experience. We were in a room with a private plunge pool, which turned out to be a lifesaver. The afternoons in Boracay were extremely hot and sunny, and being able to cool off in our own plunge pool was fantastic and made the stay much more comfortable. The resort itself is lovely, with a relaxed yet upscale island vibe. The staff were consistently polite, professional, and attentive. The breakfast spread was impressive — wide variety of dishes from different cuisines, always fresh and well-prepared. We also really enjoyed the overall atmosphere around the beach and swimming pool area during the day. It had the perfect sunny, peaceful Boracay feel. Unfortunately, the evenings were disrupted on two out of our three nights due to wedding events on the beach. One of the weddings took up almost half the beach with decorations and ran until late at night. The extremely loud music combined with constant anchoring announcements made it very difficult to relax. It was quite a nuisance and significantly affected our evening experience. Because of this, we deducted one star from what would have been a higher rating. Would we return? Yes, we would consider coming back — especially for the beautiful resort, excellent staff, great food, and the lovely plunge pool room — but we’d prefer to avoid peak wedding season or ask the resort in advance about any scheduled events. Overall, Crimson Resort is a solid, beautiful choice in Boracay, just be mindful of potential beach events if you’re looking for quiet evenings.

So let's begin with the positives. The staff is excellent, beyond excellent they will go out of everything to make you feel accommodated. They are unbelievably attentive. Another positive aspect is its location which is literally right on the sand. Can't get much closer to the beach than this hotel. And did I mention that the staff was very accommodating? When you want to lounge on the beach, the staff will rush out immediately to position the lounges and put towels down. They truly work hard to assist your every need when you are on the beach. An improvement would be updated lounge chairs with cushions but you are not lounging on the sand unless you want to. So as I said, I want to start off with a positive but there are serious negatives about this hotel in fact to the point at which I would suggest booking a different hotel if at all possible. First on the list of negatives is that the food at the restaurant is less than mediocre. Yes you will get breakfast but in all honesty, you might just want to pass that up. Nothing is kept hot...nothing. Everything is served lukewarm or cold except for the eggs which they do make right away...the fresh cooked eggs is the only exception to luke-warm or in some cases even slightly undercooked food. However, what should be cold is never cold, for example even though the milk has a sign that says cold milk it is always room temperature as well as the juices. The cold milk is warm...always,,,,while the food that should be warm or hot is always cold or virtually well on its way to being cold. It's interesting that even though they have the small gas flame burners at the bottom of containers for food, they are never on. Additionally I would recommend that if you are not accustomed to luke-warm to cold Filipino style food again, you may want stay eat somewhere else because most of the food served is Filipino style and while Filipino food can be quite good, not here. Now for the accommodations. The rooms are at best motel style rooms with the AC blasting down on you constantly. Your only alternative is to turn the AC on and off throughout the night to get a break. The rooms themselves are rustic and extremely noisy because everything faces the courtyard and you have concrete surrounding you so it echoes in any conversation especially at night. Sound just echoes throughout the entire place. There is constant noise so bring your ear plugs. I will say, staff keeps everything very clean so no problems there at all. It's just that the entire facility is not well-designed or well maintained for most travelers' expectations. For example, The hot water in the shower it's turned on similar to a faucet bathtub style but the water literally trickles out (at least in my room). Fortunately you do get some hot water coming through the shower head and while it is barely enough to take a shower, it is not what you would expect at a hotel price. I selected this hotel because it has so many good reviews online and it has a lot of 10s out of10s. One site lists it as 4.9 out of 5, I thought that was great but after a few nights, I am convinced that these reviews are from the owners, owner friends or staff or perhaps all of them. It is completely beyond my imagination that this hotel can get those kinds of reviews especially as there are other hotels that are around to compare with. I have traveled a lot and this is probably not more then a five to six at most out of 10 and the only reason it's that high because of staff. Again....5.5 to 10 is my rating on this motel/hotel.

Our recent stay at the Hue Hotel was an absolutely delightful experience from start to finish! 🏨 We truly enjoyed every moment, and it left a lasting impression on us. The first thing that struck us was the genuinely warm and welcoming demeanor of the staff. 🥰 Each member of the team, from the front desk to the housekeeping crew, was incredibly friendly and attentive. They always greeted us with a genuine smile and were eager to assist with any query or request, making us feel right at home. It truly enhanced the overall ambiance of our visit. 💖 Beyond the exceptional service, the amenities offered by the Hue Hotel were simply fantastic. 🌟 We took full advantage of the facilities, which were all meticulously maintained and thoughtfully designed for guest comfort. Whether it was the inviting pool area 🏊♀️ or the well-equipped fitness center 🏋️♀️, everything exceeded our expectations and added an extra layer of enjoyment to our vacation. The room we stayed in was a pristine sanctuary. ✨ It was spotlessly clean, with every surface gleaming and not a speck of dust in sight. The bedding was crisp and comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep after our daily explorations. 😴 The attention to detail in maintaining such a high standard of cleanliness truly made a difference and allowed us to fully relax and unwind in our private space. One of the absolute highlights of our stay was the breakfast. 🍳🥐🥓 It was not only delicious but also incredibly varied. Each morning presented a new array of culinary delights, ensuring that every day started with an exciting and flavorful meal. 😋 From fresh, local produce to international favorites, there was an impressive spread that catered to all tastes. The quality of the food was consistently excellent, and it was a pleasure to anticipate what new treats the next morning would bring. 🥞🍓 All in all, we had an absolutely wonderful and memorable time staying at the Hue Hotel. 🎉 The combination of outstanding staff, superb amenities, impeccably clean rooms, and a delicious, diverse breakfast made for an unforgettable getaway. We were so thoroughly impressed and pleased with every aspect of our visit that we are already making plans to go back and book again in the near future! 🤩 It’s rare to find a place that ticks all the boxes so perfectly, and the Hue Hotel certainly did. We can't wait to return! 🥳

Nice hotel, food was just barely ok, room service was basically non existent, had to phone multiple times to get through. Good location near the beach, friendly staff.

We had an amazing 6-day stay at Henann Crystal Sands as a couple, and overall, it was a wonderful and memorable experience. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the beautiful resort, excellent location, and warm hospitality. Being right in the heart of Boracay made everything so convenient. The beach is just steps away, and there are plenty of restaurants, shops, and activities within walking distance. Our room was comfortable, clean, and relaxing, giving us the perfect place to unwind after spending the day exploring Boracay. We especially enjoyed the resort’s atmosphere—it felt luxurious without being overly formal, making it a great place for couples looking to relax and enjoy quality time together. One of our favorite parts of the stay was the pool area, particularly the stunning pool overlooking the beach. Watching the sunset together while enjoying the resort facilities was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. The staff were also friendly, accommodating, and professional throughout our stay. From check-in to check-out, we felt well taken care of. After six days, we honestly didn’t want to leave. Henann Crystal Sands gave us the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, beautiful surroundings, and a relaxing couple’s getaway. Would we stay here again? Absolutely. ❤️ If you’re planning a romantic getaway or simply want to enjoy Boracay with your partner in comfort and style, Henann Crystal Sands is definitely worth considering. Thank you, Henann Crystal Sands, for making our stay special and memorable. We hope to come back soon! 🏝️❤️

Pros The hotel is in a great location. It is right on the beach. Restaurants, bars and stores were all right outside hotel. As you walk out of hotel, you will be bombarded with people selling you things: hair braiding, excursions, seafood, tattoos, bracelets, massages… etc but that’s everywhere on the beach. Hotel staff were great!  They surprised my son with a birthday song and a treat on his birthday. We didn’t even let them know it was his birthday, so they must have noticed on his passport. They took photos and videos of this nice surprise. Upon checkout, hotel also gave us personalize bracelets as thank you gifts. Swimming pool was nice and not too busy. Breakfast was not bad. Lots of options. Great breakfast view.  Cons Our room was really far. We booked for 4 but only had 2 towels in the room. Had to request for more towels as well as hand towels and floor towels as the room don’t have any. Water pressure was terrible. At some point, there was no water coming out of the faucet at all. We couldn’t shower or wash our hands. Staff were super accommodating and changed our room the next day. 2nd room was closer and much newer looking. Water pressure was good but now wifi was not working.