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Shangri-La Boracay Resort & SpavsValamar Bellevue Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Shangri-La Boracay Resort & SpaValamar Bellevue Resort
Overall
9.3
9.0
Beach
9.4
8.7
Food
9.0
8.4
Service
9.4
8.8
Rooms
9.2
8.6
Luxury
9.4
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Value
7.6
8.3
Romance
9.2
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.3 | Overall Score | 9.0 |
| (better)5-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.7 (3,202) | Google Rating | 4.7 (3,151) |
| (better)From $170 | Price / Night (pp) | From $238 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Grand | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)30 min | Airport Transfer | 44 min |
All Scores
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.4 | Beach | 8.7 |
| (better)9.0 | Food | 8.4 |
| (better)9.4 | Service | 8.8 |
| (better)9.2 | Rooms | 8.6 |
| (better)9.0 | Pools | 8.8 |
| 9.4 | Luxury | – |
| 7.6 | Value | 8.3 (better) |
| 9.1 | Family | 9.2 (better) |
| 9.2 | Romance | – |
| 7.2 | Nightlife | – |
| 9.1 | Quiet | – |
| 8.8 | Adventure | – |
| 9.3 | Wellness | – |
| (better)8.2 | Remote work | 7.8 |
Of the 12 measures we call, Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa leads on 10 and Valamar Bellevue Resort leads on 2.
Vibes
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| Yes | Adventure | – |
Activities
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | – |
| 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
Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Swim-up suites
- 44 min from PUY
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 · Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Officially confirmed family resort with Maro kids programming
- Strong review-platform scores and large Google review base
- Blue Flag beach context, pools, tennis, swim-up rooms, pet-friendly selected rooms, and strong Wi-Fi evidence
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 · Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Direct resort-specific Reddit evidence was limited
- Pebble beach and lounger logistics may not satisfy every beach traveler
- Family-centered atmosphere may not suit quiet adult escapes
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