Scores at a Glance
Ocean Blue & SandShangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
Overall
8.4
9.3
Beach
8.2
9.4
Food
8.0
9.0
Service
8.2
9.4
Rooms
7.9
9.2
Luxury
·
9.4
Value
8.4
7.6
Romance
8.0
9.2
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Ocean Blue & Sand | Measure | Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 8.4 | Overall Score | 9.3 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.6 (18,140) | Google Rating | 4.7 (3,174) (better) |
| (better)From $103 | Price / Night (pp) | From $170 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Oceanfront |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Grand |
| 30 min | Airport Transfer | 30 min |
All Scores
| Ocean Blue & Sand | Measure | Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 8.2 | Beach | 9.4 (better) |
| 8.0 | Food | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.2 | Service | 9.4 (better) |
| 7.9 | Rooms | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.5 | Pools | 9.0 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 9.4 |
| (better)8.4 | Value | 7.6 |
| 8.5 | Family | 9.1 (better) |
| 8.0 | Romance | 9.2 (better) |
| (better)8.6 | Nightlife | 7.2 |
| 7.3 | Quiet | 9.1 (better) |
| – | Adventure | 8.8 |
| – | Wellness | 9.3 |
| 6.8 | Remote work | 8.2 (better) |
Of the 14 measures we call, Ocean Blue & Sand leads on 3 and Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa leads on 11.
Vibes
| Ocean Blue & Sand | Measure | Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Ocean Blue & Sand | Measure | Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | – |
| – | Diving | Yes |
| – | nature | Yes |
Ocean Blue & Sand
- 2 pools
- 9 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 30 min from PUJ
Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
- Private 350m white sand beach
- CHI The Spa
- Zipline and island hopping
- Solenne restaurant fine dining
Pros · Ocean Blue & Sand
- Large review base and strong recent overall ratings across official, Tripadvisor, Expedia, and other sources.
- Direct beachfront setting with two large pools and a swim-up bar.
- Good family infrastructure, including Daisy Club, Teenclub, sports area, bowling, and nightly entertainment.
- Dining variety is broad for the price point, with two buffet restaurants, seven themed restaurants, coffee shop, and 11 bars.
Pros · Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
- Two secluded beaches and a quieter northern Boracay setting.
- One of the strongest luxury resort products on Boracay.
- Excellent service and arrival transfer experience.
- Strong family facilities including Adventure Zone and family-friendly packages.
- Large spa village and strong wellness setting.
Cons · Ocean Blue & Sand
- Seaweed and beach-maintenance variability are recurring issues.
- Rooms can feel dated or damp in some buildings.
- Food and drink quality is inconsistent across restaurants and guest sources.
- Sales-pitch pressure, sunbed competition, and service inconsistency appear in recent guest feedback.
Cons · Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
- Expensive compared with most Boracay resorts.
- Not walkable to central Boracay nightlife or D'Mall.
- Some guests may find the resort too removed from White Beach action.
- Pool count is less of a megaresort-style feature than the beaches, villas, and service.
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