Boracay nightlife - night life guide
Everything is al fresco when partying here
Parties can seem endless in Boracay because the countless night spots along White Beach make bar and club hopping easy and seamless. You’ll find everything along the island’s electric night strip, from chic cocktail bars to clubs, beach bars and live music.
White Beach is the best place to go at night because it offers the most choices, although nice bars and clubs can also be found elsewhere on the island. The island does not run out of discos and clubs - great places to mingle and set the dance floor on fire. Pier One is one of the most popular locations, famous for its beating techno and hip-hop tunes. On occasion, the club offers performances from famous recording artists from the mainstream entertainment industry.
Other places to try out include the Summer Place, which - together with Pier One - makes up the heart of nightlife on the island. Among the highlights of Summer Place include its Mongolian Grill, the live stage and its disco area. Club Paraw is also worth a try. It’s located near Pier One.
Boracay is a major tourist hot spot, so there aren’t many low-budget places in the island. However, entrance fees, food, and drink prices are not as astronomical as you might expect. Have US$20 in your pocket? Then you can already party, and maybe even bring a date. Pull out all the stops with US$100 to US$200.
This guide has put together some of the most popular nightspots to make your Boracay nightlife unforgettable. More on Boracay bars.
Recommended Boracay clubs and nightlife venues
Hey Jude
A partygoer’s haven, Hey Jude is one of the most popular clubs to go to for loud dance and lounge music on the island. (Station 2, White Beach; Tel: +63 (0)36 288.5401 to 03; Open all day until late)
Juice Bar
Famous for unique cocktails and sneaky smoothies, offering great R&B music and a live DJ. (Plazoleta, Station Two, White Beach; Crowds stream in by 23:00)
Cocomangas Shooter Bar
This popular shooter bar has been around since 1987, and has since been pleasing tourists and visitors with their exotic flavors and lively events. The bar is known for its 'still standing after 15' drinking challenge, daring guests to finish 15 shots of various alcoholic mixes. This is certainly not something to be attempted by the faint-hearted or novice drinker! (Station 1, White Beach; Tel: +63 (0)36 288.6384; Pizza Hotline: +63 (0)36 288.4455; Drinks: Php50 min; Food: Php100/head min; Open daily 19:30 onwards)
Fridays Boracay
A classic bar with an extensive selection of booze spirits and wines from different parts of the world, with great entertainment. (White Beach, North End; Tel: +63 (0)36 288.6222; Open 06:30 to 23:00)
Pier One
A premier music bar combining great drinks with grilled delicacies and pumping performances from different local artists. (Beach Front, White Beach; Tel: +63 (0)36 288.5288, Open Daily from 22:00 until late night)
Travel tip
There is also a good range of 24 hour drinking spots in Boracay, with the authentically Filipino Sea Lovers also one of the oldest open-all-hours restaurants on the island. The Salad Bar at D’Mall is also ideal for a last sip, along with the Bamboo Beach Resort.
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If sophistication is what you are looking for, you’ll find higher-end bars running the length of White Beach. Great music, events and night entertainment await at these exciting places.
Some of the most popular destinations are the Cocomangas Shooter Bar posted near the Balabag Plaza, and Friday’s Resort found on the northern edge of the beach. Other popular bar areas include Café del Sol, Mango Ray Resort, Isla Baila, Cocoloco and Pat Creek Bar.
Sleazy girly bars and cheeky clubs are nowhere to be found on the island, so don’t expect this to be an extension of Manila’s red light district. Entertainment here is wholesome. Try the Fridays Resort especially during the last day of the week when ethnic dances and cultural shows are presented. Bom Bom located on the beach’s path have live band performances, along with Secxs in the popular resort called Alice in Wonderland. Sulu Star is also a good place for karaoke and for discos.
