Boracay Resorts: White Beach Station 1, 2, 3 Compared
White Beach, about 4 km long, is split into Stations 1, 2 and 3. Station 1 has beachfront resorts, Station 2 has the most restaurants and nightlife, and Station 3 has more budget options.
Areas at a glance
Station 1
The northern part of White Beach, with many beachfront resorts.
Station 2
The middle of White Beach, with the most restaurants, shops and nightlife.
Station 3
The southern part of White Beach, with more budget options and a quieter feel.
Bulabog Beach
On the island's east side; the main windsurfing and kiteboarding beach.
Getting there
Fly to Caticlan (Godofredo P. Ramos Airport) or Kalibo International Airport, then take a boat from the Caticlan jetty port. Boracay lies about 0.8 km off Panay Island.
Good for
- White-sand beach holidays
- Couples
- Sunset and beach dining
- Water sports on Bulabog
Watch out for
- Kalibo is a gateway farther from the jetty port than Caticlan, so the transfer takes longer.
- During the habagat season, conditions on the water are rougher; the calm peak is the amihan season, roughly Christmas to February.
Booking tips
- Since the 2018 reopening, a 30 m beach buffer zone applies and beachfront vendors were removed.
- Choose Station 1 for quiet mornings, Station 2 for walking to restaurants.
FAQ
Which Boracay station is best?
Station 1 for beachfront resorts, Station 2 for restaurants and nightlife, Station 3 for budget stays.
Caticlan or Kalibo airport?
Both serve Boracay. Caticlan is the closer gateway to the jetty port; Kalibo requires a longer road transfer.