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Shangri-La Boracay Resort & SpavsZoëtry Agua Punta Cana

Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
Boracay, Philippines
Five-Star·4.7
Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana
Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Five-Star·4.6
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Shangri-La Boracay Resort & SpaZoëtry Agua Punta Cana

Quick Stats

9.3
Overall Score
8.8
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (3,151)
Google Rating
4.6 (1,483)
$500-800
Price / Night
$500-800
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Grand
Resort Size
Boutique
30 min
Airport Transfer
45 min

All Scores

9.4
Beach
8.8
9.0
Food
8.3
9.4
Service
8.8
9.2
Rooms
8.5
9.0
Pools
8.4
9.4
Luxury
8.7
7.6
Value
7.4
9.1
Family
9.2
Romance
9.0
7.2
Nightlife
5.2
9.1
Quiet
9.2
8.8
Adventure
7.2
9.3
Wellness
8.6
8.2
Remote work

Vibes

Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
RomanceQuietAdventure
Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana
RomanceAdventureQuiet

Activities

Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
SpaWater sportsDivingnature
Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana
SpanatureWater sports

Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa

  • Private 350m white sand beach
  • CHI The Spa
  • Zipline and island hopping
  • Solenne restaurant fine dining

Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana

  • Boutique wellness retreat
  • Complimentary spa treatments daily
  • Horseback riding on the beach
  • Farm-to-table organic dining

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 — Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana

  • Boutique scale with 92 suites and a highly tranquil atmosphere.
  • Beachfront Uvero Alto setting with lush grounds and a strong romantic feel.
  • Spacious suites, 24-hour concierge, in-suite dining, refreshed minibar, and wellness inclusions.
  • Strong multi-source guest sentiment for attentive service, cleanliness, quiet, and relaxation.
  • Spa, yoga, horseback riding, snorkeling, kayaking, and other soft-adventure inclusions support a wellness-oriented stay.

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 — Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana

  • Not a nightlife-forward resort.
  • Children are allowed, but the property is adult-oriented rather than highly family-programmed.
  • High price point creates value sensitivity when service or food falls short.
  • Secluded location limits walkable off-property options.
  • Restaurant count and operating mix vary by source, so dining availability should be rechecked before travel.
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