The island is easy to reach and has a number of wonderful white beaches, which means that on this island most of Bohol's hotels and resorts can be found. The larger part of these are concentrated around Alona Beach, a very nice stretch of white sand at the South-Eastern end of the island, but numerous are also spread along other parts of the island. If you arrive on Bohol without any reservation, it is probably best to go to Alona beach, and walk along a few of the hotels to find one that suits you and has place available. If you do so, don't forget to have a look at the places not directly at the beach, as they often have much better rooms to offer for less money.
If you arrive late and plan to stay for a longer time, find an acceptable place for the night, and look for a good location the next morning - often the bungalows or nipa huts somewhat away from the beach can be rented for weekly or monthly rates, which are much cheaper than staying straight on the beach.
ALONA KEW WHITE BEACH RESORT
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| Beach Restaurant |
Alona Kew White Beach Straight on the middle of Alona beach offers standard rooms starting from about PHP 1500.
Alona Kew
Address: Alona Beach, Tawala, Panglao, Bohol, Philippines
Phone: +63 38 502 9042
Phone: +63 38 502 9027
Fax: +63 38 502 9029
Email: info@alonakew.com
Website: http://www.alonakew.com/
We stayed at the Alona Kew and it was great. We were leaving at 2pm on a Monday afternoon and the staff helped us arrange a boat tour. That tour took us to a "virgin" island that was mind boggling. That deserted island was something out of a movie. The boat had to move slow as the water was shallow. We snorkled and swam and took pictures.
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| Deserted Island close to Panglao |
The Alona Kew also has an indoor restaurant that was very new and a good breakfast that was included in the price. Both American and Filipino breakfast are served. The front lobby was completely remodeled in 2009 / 2010. Our room overlooked the pool and was nice. The air conditioner worked well, and the surroundings were very romantic. Finding nice restaurants simply entailed walking a few paces down the beachway.
Alona Palm Beach Resort, under Swiss management, is the most luxurious resort on Alona Beach itself. Opened in 2001, this resort is spaciously arranged in a nicely landscaped garden, directly bordering Alona Beach, but with care to keep some distance from the beach -- a good example of a nicely planned resort development. It consists of 12 luxurious villas, each good for two guest, and a main building with restaurant and facilities. The big swimming pool, which appears to join with the sea is nicely, lay-out. Prices here are from 90 to 120 US dollars (4800-6500 Pesos) per night, depending on the season.
Alona Palm Beach Resort
Contact Person: Angie & Marcel Brunner
Address: Alona Beach, Tawala, 6340 Panglao, Bohol, Philippines
Phone: +63 38 502 91 41
Fax: +63 38 502 91 42
Email: info@alonapalmbeach.com
Website: http://www.alonapalmbeach.com/
We ate at the buffet and while pricey for Philippines ($21) it was complete with American style food.
Eskaya Beach Resort & Spa, is a recently (2007) opened resort in the top luxury class with corresponding prices. It provides neatly designed cottages, some with private swimming pool, which blends local architecture with modern facilities. This resort is located directly at the beach, on a 16 hectares area.
Alona Tropical Resort, Alona Beach, Tel. +63 38 502 9024, Fax: +63 38 411 2244
Alonaville Beach Resort, Alona Beach
The Ananyana Beach Resort is a lovely designed resort in traditional Balinese style. Rooms here start at about USD 140.
Aquatica Beach Resort, Alona Beach
Banana Land, Alona Beach, Tel. +63 38 502 9068
Beach Rock Cafe & Lodge, Alona Beach, Tel. & Fax: +63 38 502 9034
Blue Sky-Sea Resort Bolod
Bohol Beach Club is one of the older and best-known resorts in Bohol, on its own stretch of beach a little north of Alona Beach.
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