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Shangri-La Boracay Resort & SpavsTivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
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Scores at a Glance
Shangri-La Boracay Resort & SpaTivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
Overall
9.3
8.6
Beach
9.4
9.0
Food
9.0
8.4
Service
9.4
8.6
Rooms
9.2
8.1
Luxury
9.4
8.2
Value
7.6
7.2
Romance
9.2
8.4
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.3 | Overall Score | 8.6 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.7 (3,202) | Google Rating | 4.7 (3,764) |
| (better)From $170 | Price / Night (pp) | From $185 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Oceanfront |
| Grand | Resort Size | Grand |
| (better)30 min | Airport Transfer | 45 min |
All Scores
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.4 | Beach | 9.0 |
| (better)9.0 | Food | 8.4 |
| (better)9.4 | Service | 8.6 |
| (better)9.2 | Rooms | 8.1 |
| (better)9.0 | Pools | 8.9 |
| (better)9.4 | Luxury | 8.2 |
| (better)7.6 | Value | 7.2 |
| 9.1 | Family | 9.1 |
| (better)9.2 | Romance | 8.4 |
| 7.2 | Nightlife | – |
| (better)9.1 | Quiet | 7.7 |
| (better)8.8 | Adventure | 8.7 |
| (better)9.3 | Wellness | 8.8 |
| (better)8.2 | Remote work | 6.9 |
Of the 15 measures we call, Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa leads on 15 and Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte leads on 0.
Vibes
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| Yes | Adventure | Yes |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Diving | – |
| Yes | nature | – |
| – | Kids | Yes |
Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
- Private 350m white sand beach
- CHI The Spa
- Zipline and island hopping
- Solenne restaurant fine dining
Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
- Sea turtle conservation area
- Tropical coconut palm beach
- Eco-adventure excursions
- Brazilian cuisine & cocktails
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.
Pros · Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
- Beautiful beachfront setting near coral reefs, natural pools, coconut groves, and Atlantic Forest reserves.
- Very strong family facilities, including Caretta Caretta Kids Club and programming for babies, children, and teenagers.
- Seven swimming pools, including dedicated children's pool facilities.
- Strong food reputation, especially breakfast and dinner buffet variety.
- Anantara Spa is a standout wellness feature and has recent award recognition.
- Walkable access to Praia do Forte village, Tamar Project, shops, and restaurants.
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.
Cons · Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
- Food, drinks, spa, and resort extras can feel expensive by local standards.
- Some rooms and public areas are described as dated or affected by dampness in recent guest feedback.
- The resort is large and spread out, so some room locations involve longer walks.
- Buffet areas and family-heavy periods can feel noisy.
- Service is often praised, but a minority of recent guest feedback reports inconsistency.
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