When traveling to Boracay, the biggest chunk of budget goes to accommodation and activity expenses. If your budget is limited and it doesn't allow you to stay in a hotel or a resort, why not consider staying in a hostel? It's one of the best options to save on travel expenses and also a great way to meet other travelers. More to that, the best part of staying in a hostel on Boracay is that the prices of rooms are affordable and perfect for solo and budget travelers.
During our recent Boracay trip, we stayed in one of the best hostels on Boracay island. Joining the ranks of the recent rise of boutique hostels on Boracay Island, Second Wind Bed, Bunk and Breakfast (Check rates online) is a great option if you're looking for a place to stay that will assure you of clean, secured, decent accommodation and good value for money.
Being located along Bulabog Road, Second Wind Bed, Bunk and Breakfast isn't hard to find as it is just a 2-minute walk from the main road or a 5-minutes walk from D'mall. Aside from that, it is also just a short 5-10 minute walk to both the White Beach Station 2 and the kite boarding beach of Bulabog. So, if you want to bask on the sand of the famous Boracay White Beach or to the quieter Bulabog Beach, staying at Second Wind BBB is the best option as it is near the 2 of the most popular beaches on the island.
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Upon arrival at the Second Wind BBB, we were warmly welcomed by the hostel staff and assisted us with checking-in. Since we already have a reservation, checking-in was fast and efficient. It only took us about 5 minutes and we were given our room key and was ushered to our room at the 2nd floor.
Twin Private Room
Our room is a twin private room with 2 single beds coupled with hotel quality linens and pillows. The room smells fresh, clean and everything is well-organized. As expected, the room has limited space but they were able to maximize the space that it doesn't feel suffocating.
The beds are comfortable and the room is also equipped with basic amenities such as an en suite toilet and bath, a ceiling fan and air-conditioning unit, mirror, locker, a small work desk and a television set with cable channels. The room provides a little bit of everything and has a very homey ambiance.
As I checked on the toilet and bath, I was impressed! It is quite spacious for a hostel. It is equipped with hot and cold shower, water closet with bidet spray, hair dryer and a sink with a huge mirror. Fresh and clean towels were also provided. Toiletries were not provided, so it would be great if you bring your own.
Other Room Accommodations
Aside from the Private Twin Room, another option are the Private Double Room which has the a double bed and the same amenities and facilities of our room and the Mixed Dorm Rooms that can fit up to 8 persons each. We wanted to see the Dorm Rooms but unfortunately, they were occupied, so we were not able to take a photo of it.
In case you're wondering how the Dorm Room looks like, here are some photos taken from their website. It is an 8-bed mixed dorm that has 2 common toilet and bath inside. It also has basic amenities such as air-conditioning unit and individual lockers for the guests.
Common Area and Kitchen
Our favorite part of the hostel is the common area where most or the guests lounge - to eat, smoke, watch TV, connect to the internet, read books or just to kill some time. The common area also has a kitchen that has a fridge where you could keep your food as well as free flowing tea and coffee. As coffee drinkers, free coffee is a such an awesome welcome for us!
Complimentary Breakfast
Each booking comes with complimentary breakfast served at the common kitchen and dining area. It is composed of breads, scrambled eggs, fruits, a variety of spreads and unlimited coffee and juice.
WIFI Internet Access
Free internet access is available inside the hostel. It's fast at the common area but gets weak inside the room.
Freebies and Discounts!
Second Wind Bed, Bunk and Breakfast's partner-establishments located along the beach front of station 2 offers free beach beds to all checked-in guests. The best time to go here is during sunset as the place offers a stunning view of Boracay's famed sunset.
Second Wind BBB guests also get 15% discount on food and drinks at Boracay Beach Pub which is famous for its mojitos, Damiana's Filipino Restaurant, Ti Braz and Kubo Restaurant. Just flash your Second Wind key chain to avail the discounts.
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Published Rates
Rates start at PHP 700.00 pesos per person for the 8-bed Mixed Dorm Rooms and PHP 1,050.00 pesos per person for the Twin and Double Private Rooms (Click here to BOOK a Room!). Also, you may visit their website www.secondwindbbb.com for the updated room rates. Standard check-in time is at 2:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 NN. But they also allow early check-in if the room is not occupied.
Book Online!
Since they only have a total of 18 rooms, I highly suggest that you book your room in advance.[ Click here to BOOK a Room! ]
Overall, we had an awesome and memorable stay at Second Wind Bed, Bunk and Breakfast on Boracay Island. Great location, affordable room rates and superb customer service are just some of the reasons why you should consider staying at Second Wind BBB on your next Boracay adventure. We were really happy with this hostel and it's a good cheap option on Boracay island.
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Second Wind Bed, Bunk and Breakfast
Location: Bulabog Road, Brgy. Balabag,Boracay Island Malay, Aklan,
5608 Boracay, Philippines
Email: hello@secondwindbbb.com
Contact Numbers: 036-2881025 / +63917-8431469
Facebook: www.facebook.com/secondwindbbb
Twitter: twitter.com/secondwindbbb
Instagram: @secondwindbbb
Website: www.secondwindbbb.com
How to Get to Second Wind BBB
Upon arrival on Boracay island, take a tricycle and ask the driver to bring you to Second Wind Bed Bunk and Breakfast. It is located along Bulabog Road which is on the right side of the road, just a few meters after D Mall. Your landmark would be the corner of 24 Seven Convenience on the main road, near English Bakery. Just walk along Bulabog Road and you'll find Second Wind BBB on the right side after about 10-15 meters walk from the main road.
Disclosure: Second Wind BBB hosted our 2-night stay on Boracay Island last March 2016. We really had a pleasantly memorable stay! Thank you for having us!
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