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Shangri-La Boracay Resort & SpavsZoëtry Agua Punta Cana
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Shangri-La Boracay Resort & SpaZoëtry Agua Punta Cana
Overall
9.3
8.8
Beach
9.4
8.8
Food
9.0
8.3
Service
9.4
8.8
Rooms
9.2
8.5
Luxury
9.4
8.7
Value
7.6
7.4
Romance
9.2
9.0
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.3 | Overall Score | 8.8 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.7 (3,174) | Google Rating | 4.6 (1,499) |
| (better)From $170 | Price / Night (pp) | From $192 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Oceanfront |
| Grand | Resort Size | Boutique |
| (better)30 min | Airport Transfer | 45 min |
All Scores
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.4 | Beach | 8.8 |
| (better)9.0 | Food | 8.3 |
| (better)9.4 | Service | 8.8 |
| (better)9.2 | Rooms | 8.5 |
| (better)9.0 | Pools | 8.4 |
| (better)9.4 | Luxury | 8.7 |
| (better)7.6 | Value | 7.4 |
| 9.1 | Family | – |
| (better)9.2 | Romance | 9.0 |
| (better)7.2 | Nightlife | 5.2 |
| 9.1 | Quiet | 9.2 (better) |
| (better)8.8 | Adventure | 7.2 |
| (better)9.3 | Wellness | 8.6 |
| 8.2 | Remote work | – |
Of the 16 measures we call, Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa leads on 15 and Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana leads on 1.
Vibes
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| Yes | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa | Measure | Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Diving | – |
| Yes | nature | Yes |
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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