Citic Hotel Review: Boracay's Luxurious Home for Like-Minded Travelers

What You’ll Love

While Boracay might be teeming with luxury resorts and beautiful boutique hotels, what makes Citic Hotel different is the thought that goes behind every little detail. From their posh and modern rooms to their friendly staff and mouthwatering food options—you’ll find more than one reason to book your stay here.

Whether you choose to stay in or explore the rest of the island, Citic Hotel is a good home base for your next visit.

The Rooms

Because most of your vacation is expected to be spent outside, not many realize the importance of having a beautifully designed room. At Citic Hotel, they understand that your room is your sanctuary.

All rooms, regardless of type, come fully equipped with an air-conditioning unit, a 50-inch smart LED TV with satellite cable, high-speed WiFi access, and other comforts such as a mini-fridge, a writing desk, and a kettle.

Superior Room - At 35sqm and with two large double beds, the Superior Room ensures a comfortable night’s rest. Units are located at the ground floor so it’s also wheelchair-friendly.

Deluxe Room - At 37sqm, the Deluxe room is slightly more spacious than the Superior Room. It also comes with unobstructed views of the hotel’s outdoor swimming pool.

Premier Deluxe - This room is 50sqm and comes with a large king bed perfect for couples. Aside from the standard walk-in shower, the en suite bathroom also features a separate bathtub.

Premier with Pool Access - This 55-sqm room provides guests with direct pool access as they can simply step out from their bedroom to the deck. Guests can choose to have either two double beds or a king-sized bed.

Premier Suite - The spacious Premier Suite, also at 55sqm, comes with pool and ocean views. The room also features a living area with a sofa bed for extra guests and additional space for relaxing.

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The Facilities

If you’re in the mood to stay in for the day and skip the usual crowded spots, the facilities at Citic Hotel will certainly keep you entertained.

Staying in Boracay does not confine you to swimming in salt-water. To make your island experience even better, you have the option to laze around in the privacy of your hotel. The pool is for the exclusive use of hotel guests and is open daily from 8 AM to 10 PM.

Guests with business obligations or small celebrations can choose to book the hotel’s conference room, which comes with all the necessary equipment and can be set up according to your needs.

The Food

One of the things that could make or break a vacation is the food. With that in mind, the F&B team—headed by a seasoned Belgian Chef—created multiple offerings that promise to transform an ordinary meal into an unforgettable culinary experience.

Main Restaurant - From the moment they wake up, guests can head over to the hotel’s Main Restaurant where they will be treated to a generous buffet spread. They can find local favorites such as silogs and dried fish, as well as international comfort food like bacon and pancakes. The casual restaurant starts serving at 6 AM and closes its doors at 10 PM. A dinner buffet is also served daily, while an à la carte menu is available throughout the day.

The Grill - The Grill offers only the freshest catch and choice cuts of meat carefully prepared by their experienced chefs. Here, guests can enjoy the laid-back Boracay vibe and a delicious fusion of the land and sea.

Guests can also order refreshing drinks and cocktails at the Pool Bar or light snacks and coffee from the Lobby Lounge.

The Location

The hotel is located along Station 1, one of the prime areas of the island. It’s just steps away from the water and about 500 meters away from popular Diniwid Beach. From the property, guests can easily get to places of interest such as Mount Luho, Bulabog Beach, and Willy’s Rock. The hotel also provides shuttle services for free.

Getting There:

Citic Hotel is about 30 minutes away from the Boracay Jetty Port. The Godofredo P. Ramos Airport is approximately one hour and 10 minutes away by land and by boat. Guests may request for airport transfers for an additional fee.

Insider Tips

Keep your eyes peeled for Citic Hotel’s social events including Happy Hour, where you can meet other guests and travelers over refreshing discounted drinks.

Make time for some afternoon tea at the Lobby Lounge. The hotel grows fresh herbs such as tarragon and turmeric in their garden.

Indulge in an in-room massage. The hotel offers couples massages and other spa services, which are best enjoyed after a long day out in the sun.

Join some of the hotel’s creative and fun activities that promote sustainable tourism in Boracay.

Book a Sunset Cruise. You can book this via Traveloka and enjoy a two-hour ride along the beautiful White Beach during golden hour. During the cruise, you can take in the spectacular views of the island and try out paddleboarding.

Don’t miss out on water sports activities. Enjoy the clear Boracay waters by trying out activities like helmet diving, banana boating, and windsurfing.

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