September 22, 2025

Discovery Boracay: An Award-Winning Luxury Resort

A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts vibrant lifestyle collection, Discovery Boracay is an award-winning luxury resort in Boracay. It has recently been recognized in the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards by the DestinAsian Magazine and in the 2025 Travel+Leisure’s Top 500 Hotels.

In previous years, the luxury resort was named as the 2024 Philippines’ Leading Beach Resort by the World Travel Awards. It has recently rebranded from Discovery Shores to Discovery Boracay, hinting at a renewed commitment to celebrating the island’s vibrant culture, culinary scene, and unparalleled beachfront luxury.

IMAGE from Discovery Boracay

Discovery Boracay is a luxurious 99-suite hotel situated in Boracay’s famed Station 1. Known for having the longest beachfront on the island, it is perfect for those who are looking to enjoy quiet time in Boracay while still being close to the action of Station 2.

Everything you need will be taken care of by Discovery Boracay. Luxury starts as soon as you arrived at Caticlan Airport. Their team will take care of your luggage and whisk you off to their resort via private boat.

Suites at Discovery Boracay might just be the best you can get on the island. Be in a lap of luxury with 24-hour in-room dining, high-speed internet access, a cable television, as well as everything you can ever want from a luxury hotel.

No wonder the resort was awarded as the Best for Families in Asia at the Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence in 2018.

A Peek in Your Suite

Indulge in Discovery Boracay’s eight luxury suite types among which are the Signature Suites featuring high ceilings, spacious dining areas, and separate living rooms.

Discovery Boracay’s Signature One Bedroom Suite has access to the 8 sqm. plunge pool! / IMAGE from Discovery Boracay

Take a peek at Discovery Boracay’s Signature Two Bedroom Suite with its 23 sqm. private plunge pool! / IMAGE from Discovery Boracay

The Grand Signature Suite also has access to a 9 sqm. plunge pool! / IMAGE from Discovery Boracay

The Signature Suites are perhaps what makes Discovery Boracay an iconic destination with breakfast in bed, laundry service, and doctor or nurse on call whenever you need. Each also has access to a private plunge pool with Boracay’s scenic image as its backdrop.

Gourmet Fiesta

Not keen on hopping around town for meals but still craving an authentic Boracay dining experience? Discovery Boracay has you covered with three restaurants and two bars ready to satisfy every palate.

Forno Osteria, for instance, delights guests with Italian specialties, from freshly baked pizzas to perfectly grilled steaks. Breakfast is served from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., while a la carte offerings are available from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The restaurant features a pizza brick oven and a Josper grill at its heart, ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection.

Meanwhile, Indigo Restaurant focuses on seafood, serving a seasonal menu crafted from the finest ingredients sourced from both land and sea, available from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Complementing its exquisite dishes is a wine program that ranks among the best in Boracay, offering selections by the glass and prestigious bottles from renowned wineries across the old and new worlds.

Forno Osteria / IMAGE from Discovery Shores Boracay

If you’re craving for comfort food, there’s nothing to worry about as Discovery Boracay also houses Sands Restaurant, serving its guests from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. every day!

Sands Restaurant / IMAGE from Discovery Shores Boracay

Now, if you’re looking for a nightlife worth remembering, Discover Boracay also offers a perfect Happy Hour from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with the Sand Bar and 360 Roof Lounge which offers a panoramic view of Boracay.

Sand Beach Bar / IMAGE from Discovery Shores Boracay

360 Roof Lounge / IMAGE from Discovery Shores Boracay

Don’t miss out on Boracay’s fun, comfort, and luxury with Discovery Boracay’s premier service and accommodations!

How to get here:

The Discovery Boracay is located at the beachfront of Station 1.
From Caticlan Airport, ride a van going to Caticlan Jetty Port. This will take you to Cagban Jetty Port. From there, ride an e-tricycle to Discovery Shores Boracay (Php 150 per ride). If you have booked your stay at Discovery Shores, you will be escorted by their friendly staff from Caticlan Airport.
From Kalibo Airport, ride a van or bus going to Caticlan Jetty Port. From the port, get on a boat to Cagban Jetty Port. Alight at the port and ride an e-tricycle going to Discovery Shores. If you have booked your stay with them, the resort also offers transfer services.

A version of this appeared in Philippine Primer’s Japanese (Vol. 100) and English (Vol. 13) magazines.
All images are grabbed from Discovery Shores Boracay.