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Crystal Sand

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Philippines
Ranked #36 of 123 hotels in Boracay
4.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
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San Jose, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
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In my first trip to Boracay in 2001, this hotel came highly recommended. It is indeed beachfront and elegant. Even got more appealing when they built a Starbucks nearby. It has an outdoor dining patio fronting the water; it is steps away to bars and restaurants, and kid/elderly friendly. This is our family favorite. I love everything about it except... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

After being away from college buddies for 18 years, we arranged for a getaway to reconnect and renew our friendships. Although we came at the busiest time in January, we got a great price for a 3 day 2 night stay because we were checking out on Saturday, which was just in time to avoid the onslaught of numerous tourists... More

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Seattle, Washington
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2011
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person found this review helpful

You know when you say you want to get away and just relax. This is the place. No side trips no tourist days, just sit on the beach and relax and watch the sunsets. The most beautiful white sand. I went in November the perfect weather for the area. Fly from Manila to Caticlan on Cebu Pacific, take a motorized... More

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Oslo
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Stayed here twice. Not the best hotel on the island, but be sure, it is the best location. Very close to the beautiful beach and ocean. As the island is getting more and more crowdy, the location is remarkable quiet as there is a short distance to bars and other restaurants. Rooms are in need of some paintwork and renewal.... More

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We always go to Boracay every year for more that 10 years but it's our first time to stay in Crystal Sand. Hotel Room: The best beach front view ever! The room is not 5-star but it's spacious, and again, the view! The balcony/terrace is huge with 2 beach chairs, and a table if you want to eat out there.... More

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Makati, Philippines
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2011

I've only stayed here once but definitely plan to again. I stayed in room 105 which is as beachfront as it's gonna get. I was literally 15 steps away from the sand (okay, maybe 20) and this is important to me especially when traveling alone. I usually bring a few things out with me when I lay out on the... More

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Manila, Philippines
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2011

I would really recommend this hotel to families or friends. The location is really at the beach front of station 1 so its not so crowded. The staff are very attentive and they really provide a very good service and are really nice to their clients. Breakfast is very good. I would definitely go back to this place.

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Manila, Philippines
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2011
1
person found this review helpful

I have read reviews of this Hotel but I'm a person who would prefer to be there to believe it. This hotel is the best selection in Boracay. I have seen other hotels there but there not facing the beach. Crystal sand is a hotel which i love because you can just walk our from your room and there you... More

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gensan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2010
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I've been to crystal sand twice already, the most recent was last holy week. I like the location and the service. However, I am not sure about their lost and found system or shall i say their concern or being keen when a client lost something inside the room. I left my watch in the room drawer in room 202.... More

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Hawaii
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2009
7
people found this review helpful

Getting there Manila to Caticlan: I rode Cebu Pacific Airlines and if you have to check in luggage it'll cost $8 USD per person per bag. Depending the length of your stay I would suggest to pack LIGHT, you don't need so much resort wear, just take a backpack and a small carry on bag. Bring t-shirts, shorts, maybe only... More

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