The tropical island paradise of Bohol remains one of the most attractive destinations for travelers to the Philippines for its unmatched diversity, including miles of stunning sandy beaches, breathtaking landscapes and wildlife, fascinating history and culture, and a bounty of beautiful Bohol Boutique Hotels. Made famous by the picture postcard Chocolate Hills and the adorable, indigenous, fluffy, saucer-eyed primates, the Philippine tarsier. Booking a beach front hotel in Bohol is the best way for visitors to embark on an adventure of a lifetime that includes snorkeling colorful coral reefs teeming with aquatic life, exploring the breathtaking island scenery, the chance to see whales and dolphins in the wild (the Bohol Sea is home to many different species of whale and dolphin), and discovering the stories of the island’s history and rich cultural heritage.

The best place in Bohol to stay for friends and families are the beach resorts in Bohol with pool, as these offer access to white sandy beaches and the crystal-clear island-dotted ocean beyond that is rich in marine life, as well as being a stone’s throw from a delicious variety of restaurants and cafes, Bohol is the perfect place to stay in the Philippines for beach lovers, snorkelers and divers. To the south of the island province, and linked by a footbridge, is the smaller island of Panglao, famed for its pristine Alona Beach, world-renowned diving spots, and its historic architecture that illustrates in stone Spain’s influence in the region. Those seeking the best place to stay in Panglao Bohol might consider Amarela Resort Bohol, a peaceful luxury tropical resort, located on the side of a hill with uninterrupted views of the Bohol Sea, offering eco-friendly accommodation that has been inspired by nature and designed in a style faithful to Boholano history and heritage. The Amarela Resort Bohol and most other Bohol boutique hotels are easily accessible by taxi for those landing at Panglao Island International Airport or the Tagbilaran City Pier for those arriving from neighboring Cebu Island by sea.

Once on the island, getting around from your beach hotel in Bohol is easy in the comfort of an air-conditioned private car or a colorfully decorated ‘jeepney’ for the more adventurous. To get the best out of your visit, let Secret Retreats, the Asia Experts, plan and book a Bohol and Philippines travel itinerary for you, all ably assisted by our colleagues on the ground, the friendly staff at Bohol Boutique Hotels and Resorts curated by Secret Retreats.

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Explore the Island’s Heritage from your Best Hotel in Bohol

Any stay at the best hotel in Bohol for your Philippines holiday could never be called complete without an excursion to the Chocolate Hills. These hills are a geological marvel that covers some 50 square kilometers in the center of the island. Well over 1000 seemingly symmetrical dome-shaped mounds are scattered across the landscape. Covered in lush green grass during the wet season, the dry season causes the vegetation to dry out giving the region its delicious sounding name, the Chocolate Hills. A day trip to the Chocolate Hills from the best place in Bohol to stay can be combined with a trip to the island’s Tarsier Sanctuary where visitors are given the opportunity of a lifetime to get up close and personal with one of the planet’s smallest, and arguably cutest, primates.

The best area to stay in Bohol for those who enjoy history is either the main island or in the best hotel resort in Panglao Bohol, as there is a wealth of secular and ecclesiastical architecture that dates to the time when the islanders shared their home with Spanish colonialists. Highlights of Bohol’s heritage architecture include Loboc Church, a Jesuit church in the Baroque style completed in 1734, the magnificent Baclayon Church, a Neoclassical masterpiece founded in 1596, and the Gothic-influenced Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, or Dauis Church (so named as it is located in the small town of Dauis on Panglao island, Bohol), that was completed in 1863. The exquisite carvings on the wooden pulpit and neoclassical niches are within walking distance of the best place to stay in Panglao Bohol, as the Dauis Church is situated next to the bridge that links Panglao to Bohol.

The best time to explore the island’s heritage sites from your carefully curated, just for you, Secret Retreats Bohol boutique hotels is during the cooler months from November to February. The team at your beach front hotel in Bohol will be able to assist in curating an itinerary that takes in all the major attractions on the island as well as introducing you and your family to the vibrant local culture.

Immerse Yourself in the Island’s Natural Beauty and Warm Hospitality at a Beach Front Hotel in Bohol

As well as being rich in religious and historical sites, visitors booking a beach front hotel in Bohol can immerse themselves in a myriad of experiences including diving among the corals and abundant marine life of Balicasag and Pamilacan Islands, trekking beneath the cooling canopy of the Bilar Man-Made Forest (a reforestation project that started 50 years ago and has now resulted in a forest rich in tropical hardwoods), and soaking up the sun and warm Filipino hospitality at Alona Beach. Discover hidden waterfalls including the epic Dam Agan Falls, an hour’s drive from your best hotel resort in Panglao Bohol through a countryside of rice fields and palm trees, the teal waters of the Pahangog Falls, and the deep pools beneath the impressive Can-umantad Falls which is the islands tallest waterfall and plunges down into a jade coloured plunge pool from a height of over 60 meters.

There are also several uninhabited islands a short boat ride away from Bohol with unspoiled white sandy beaches where visitors can enjoy peace and tranquility. Families seeking adventure while enjoying the best place to stay in Panglao Bohol will find everything needed to keep children entertained at Danao’s Adventure Park, with its cliff walks, ziplines, river cruises, and ravine plunge. Although it is easy to fill your days without donning a wetsuit, beach resorts in Bohol with pool are ideally situated close to some of the world’s finest diving sites. Your beach front hotel in Bohol will organize everything you need to explore a marine world of reefs, wildlife, and wrecks for every level of experience from beginner to advanced including equipment, guides, and boats, or snorkeling for those that don’t scuba-dive. The best dive centers are located on Alona Beach and are easily accessible to those choosing the best hotel resort in Panglao Bohol. Alona Beach is also the place to book an early morning boat trip to watch dolphins frolicking at sunrise.

So, for those looking to immerse themselves in nature, history, and tradition who are also seeking a serene island getaway with stunning scenery and stunning wildlife, Bohol Boutique Hotels and Resorts Curated by Secret Retreats make the perfect holiday destination for visitors to the Philippines.
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