Traveling to Northern Luzon by land? Here is the complete NLEX and SCTEX tollgate rates this 2019.
DISCLAIMER: I don not own the below matrices, source is from Department of Transportation Toll Regulatory Board website.
CLASS A Vehicles
Vehicles under this type are the following: cars jeepneys pick-ups taxis vans vehicles with 2-axles and 7 ft. in height CLASS B Vehicles
Vehicles considered Class B are: buses trucks with 2-axles and above 7 ft. in height light vehicles with more than 2 axles and 7 ft. in heightCLASS C Vehicles
Class 3 vehicles are trucks with 3 or more axles and are 7 ft. above in height.
Will accordingly update this blog post in the event of changes in NLEX asnd/or SCTEX toll rates this 2019.
If you are planning to visit the new Boracay but on a tight budget, you are probably looking for a cheap accommodation in the island. There are indeed numerous cheap hotels and accommodations in Boracay. But these properties are not beachfront. Most cheaply priced accommodations in Boracay are usually far from the white beach and are near the main road .
Casa Fiesta facade
One of our goals is to find the cheapest beachfront resort in Station 1 during our recent Boracay trip. Since hotel or accommodation reservation is required before entering the island, we booked the cheapest Boracay beachfront room – Casa Fiesta.
Here’s my short video of Casa Fiesta Boracay:
Here’s my Boracay VLOG:
Good Location
Casa Fiesta is located in Boracay Station 1 which has the finest sands among the 3 stations. Casa Fiesta is situated in the most dense part of Station 1. Meaning, restaurants and bars are just an arm’s reach away. Nearby facilities are Original Hawaiian Bar-B-Que, Jona’s fruit shake, Starbucks, Yellow Cab Pizza, Free Willy Diving and All Flip-Flops. It’s strategically located as it is just 3 to 5 minute walk to D’mall which is tourists’ primary go to place for dining and shopping. Casa Fiesta’s beachfront also serves as the pick-up point for Paraw sailing during sunset.
Casa Fiesta Map
Simple, Homey and Private
I like the simplicity of Casa Fiesta. It is not a fancy resort but the has this homey feel and vibe.
Unlike other Boracay hotels and accommodations, Casa Fiesta Boracay has a limited number of rooms. With a total of 8 rooms, the entire property is less dense and private.
Surprise Upgrade
We planned to stay in Boracay for 3 nights. Among all beachfront accommodations, Casa Fiesta’s rates are the cheapest in Agoda. So we booked our 3 nights stay with them. Booked our first 2 nights in a cheaper non beach view room and our last night on a more expensive beach view room. We were surprised as they gave us the beach view room for three nights!
Beach View Room
Beach view room at Casa Fiesta
Jen and I were very happy for the room upgrade. The beach view room comes with a private veranda. Casa Fiesta is located in Station 1 with coconut trees accross the white beach. It was such a joy to get that tropical feel while relaxing on our room’s veranda.
View from our room’s veranda
Our beach view air-conditioned room also comes with a queen size bed, an LCD TV and a dresser. The room is spacious. It can accommodate 4 persons. The toilet and bath is spacious too! It also has a hot & cold shower.
The room along with the toilet and bath are very clean. Not the type you get when staying in a high-end Boracay resorts like Shangri-la. Nonetheless, with the beach view, you truly get value for your money!
1,700 Pesos ($33) a night! Cheapest Boracay Beachfront Resort in Station 1?
Jen and I were certain that we got the cheapest possible beachfront room when we booked Casa Fiesta online. During our stay in the resort, we were surprised that their rates are way cheaper especially during off peak season! Here’s the complete Casa Fiesta Boracay room rates:
Off Season (June 16 to November 15) – 1,700 Php ($33) for 2 PAX
Peak Season (November 16 to June 15) – 2,700 Php ($53) for 2 PAX
High Peak Season (December 20 – January 3, Holy week) – 3,700 Php ($73) for 2 PAX
Extra person – 500 Php ($9.80) per night
Tip: Casa Fiesta easily gets fully booked especially during peak and high peak season. Book ahead of time and enjoy your discounted room HERE.
Friendly Staff
Casa Fiesta’s staff are friendly and welcoming! Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted and accommodated. During our 3 day stay, they were very kind to provide hot water every morning for our coffee. They even provided an extra pillow we requested. All the staff never fail to greet and smile at us every time we see them. We felt like we were staying in a relative’s house.
Highly Recommended Beachfront Resort in Boracay Station 1
If you are on a limited budget and is looking for a beachfront resort in Boracay, I would highly recommend Casa Fiesta! It is strategically located, staff are very friendly and more importantly, you get a decent accommodation in a beachfront property at a very affordable price!!
Casa Fiesta Boracay
Address: Boracay Island, Balabag, Malay, Aklan, Philippines
Apart from sweet mangos, Guimaras island has pristine white sand beaches. Locals say that the most beautiful beach in the island is Alubihod located in Nueva Valencia. Alibuhod beach has three resorts namely Raymen Beach Resort, California Coral Beach Resort and Alobihod Cove.
Alubihod Beach Guimaras
My Guimaras VLOG:
Short video of Raymen Beach Resort:
Raymen Beach Resort – Most Popular Guimaras Beach Resort
During our 3 days and 2 nights trip in Guimaras Island, we spent our first night in Raymen Beach Resort. According to our tour guide, Raymen beach resort is the most frequented beach resort by locals and tourists from the nearby Iloilo province.
I initially felt worried as I’m not a fan of crowded beach resorts. We were lucky that we visited Guimaras on November and it was an off-peak season. According to our tour guide, Alibuhod beach becomes crowed during summer season and holy week.
Tip: If you want to fully enjoy the beauty of Alibuhod beach, visit Guimaras during off-peak season.
View from our room
Budget Resort in Guimaras
There are many beach resorts in Guimaras but only few offer direct access to beachfront. Raymen Beach Resort Guimaras is one of these resorts. You get to enjoy the fine white sands and crystal clear waters of Alibuhod beach if you’re staying in Raymen. The resort has beachfront rooms and huts for day tour guests which are literally few steps away from the shore.
Me enjoying Raymen’s beachfront
Just like any other white beaches in the Philippines, Raymen Beach Resort’s Alibuhod beach in Guimaras offers calming view of the sea. The white sands may not be fine as Boracay’s but is comparable to the fine white sands of Bantayan Island in Cebu and Cagbalete Islands in Quezon. The beach is not rocky so you need not to worry if you forgot your aqua shoes. If you love sun basking, there are no beach beds in the resort. I would highly recommend you bring sarong instead.
There are also buoys in the beach for safety purposes.
Budget Beach Resort
If you are on a budget and is looking for a cheap resort in Guimaras, you should consider Raymen Beach Resort. An overnight stay for 2 in a beachfront room is only 1,650 Php. They also have huts for rent for as low as 600 Php. Truly a budget-friendly beach resort in Guimaras!
Raymen Beach Resort Room Rates
Fan Rooms (East Building)
Rose (2 rooms, each room is good for 6 PAX) – 4,000 Php ($80)
Daisy (3 rooms, each room is good for 4 PAX) – 2,700 Php ($54)
Family room (facing beach, with cable TV, hot & cold shower, intercom) – 4,500 Php
Family room (facing mountain, with cable TV, hot & cold shower, intercom) – 4,200 Php
Nipa Huts
If you do not have plans to stay overnight, Raymen Beach Resort has picnic huts ranging from 400 Php to 750 Php a day.
Family Room
Our room was a family room facing the beach. We booked a bit late prior to our trip and the family room is the only remaining room in Agoda. Too bad, we were clueless that Raymen Beach Resort has cheaper rooms.
Tip: Family room facing the beach is 4,500 Php and we booked it at only 3,373 Php. You too can enjoy huge discount if you book your Raymen Beach Resort room HERE.
Family room
Our room is very spacious. It has one double bed and one queen bed. The room is air-conditioned and also comes with a cable TV, dresser and a dining set. It is also one among the few rooms in Raymen Beach Resort having intercom. Meaning, you can call the resort’s restaurant to order food and it will be delivered in your room!
The toilet & bath is spacious too. Basic toiletries such as soap, toilet paper and towels are provided. Toilet could have been better if it includes bidet. Nonetheless, there is a hot & cold shower.
Overall, the room is generally clean. Not the type you get to experience in high-end resorts but is truly value for your money!
Best Restaurant in Guimaras
There are various restaurants in Guimaras but Raymen Beach Resort’s is a must visit when you are going to the island. They offer a wide array of food choices on their menu at an affordable price!
I didn’t really expect that their restaurant serves delicious food as they are cheaply priced. We have tried dining at the expensive Danilo’s restaurant in Andana Resort Guimaras. I should say that Raymen Beach Resort’s restaurant definitely serves better tasting food.
Upon checking-in, we immediately ordered lunch. Instead of eating in the restaurant, we requested our food to be delivered on our room. We enjoyed the crabs and pancit canton!
Yummy buttered garlic crab (220 Php only!)
For our breakfast, we ordered tapa and chorizo meals for only 95 Php each! Since we loved Raymen Beach Resort’s restaurant, we even decided to have our lunch there after checking-out.
Below is the complete menu of Raymen Beach Resort’s Restaurant: (click image to enlarge)
Menu 1 Menu 2
Raymen Beach Resort Island Hopping Rates
If you want to make your Guimaras trip memorable. Raymen Beach Resort also offers affordable island hopping tour. Below are the rates:
1 to 10 PAX – 600 Php & 200 Php for succeeding hour
11 to 15 PAX- 900 Php & 300 Php for succeeding hour
16 to 20 PAX- 1,200 Php & 300 Php for succeeding hour
21 to 30 PAX – 1,500 Php & 300 Php for succeeding hour
Itinerary of the island tour are Fairy Castle, Baras Cave, Ave Maria Island, Sea Turtle Sanctuary, Natago Beach Resort, Lamurawan Beach Resort and Isla Naburot.
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