Cocomangas

Boisterous fun is what makes Cocomangas famous. Its claim to fame is its Moondog Shooter Bar, one of Boracay’s hottest nightspot. The “Still Standing After 15″ dare is more than a bacchanalian pursuit, it’s also a battle of bloated egos: expats and locals alike vie to down 15 gut-kicking alcohol mixes. And the prize? A commemorative tee — in case you don’t remember what transpired that night — and your name etched on that legendary “Wall of Fame.” If you’re not into this kind of entertainment, take a cue and play on the bar’s billiard tables.

Cocomangas
Boracay Island, Aklan, Philippines
(+63) (36) 288 6384 (phone)
(+63) (36) 288 4455 (pizza hotline)
cocomangas.com

Pier One

A surefire crowd drawer, Pier One at Station 1 sits right on the beach, complete with loungers suitable for “people watching” with an upbeat music on the background. Indeed, a nice place to chill out, this bar opens from 10 a.m. until early morning.

PIer One
Boracay Island, Philippines
+63 036 288 5288
Open Hours
pierone.com.ph

Hey Jude Bar and Bistro

Hey Jude! Bar and Bistro is also on the list of Boracay’s top nighttime covens. Located at a prime spot just right behind D*Mall, where a motley of 50-plus shops offer various products and souvenir items, Hey Jude! offers a perfect hangout joint for the island’s nocturnal party critters and hagglers.

Hey Jude Bar and Bistro
D’ Mall Boracay, Boracay Island,
Malay, Aklan, Philippines, 5608
(+63) 36 288 5401
(+63) 36 288 5402
(+63) 36 2885403 (fax)
(+63) (921) 624 7157 (mobile)
(+63) (922) 817 3227 (mobile)
heyjude-boracay.com

Summer Place Bar and Restaurant

Summer Place Bar and Restaurant is the most convenient place for night revelers and insomniacs. This place warms only at the approach of midnight then it becomes rip-roaringly wild through the witching hours. And the party could go on until 5 or 6 in the morning. The mood here is conducive — with waiters and bartenders dancing along with the loud music. It draws mostly foreign tourists, but also attracts locals to its dance-till-you-drop parties.

Summer Place Bar and Restaurant
White Beach Path
Boracay Island, Philippines
(+63) 36 288 3144

Aside from the raucous happenings, enjoy another facet of Boracay when the sun sets. This island is not only famous for its noisy fun and gimmicks, still many appreciate the island’s beauty au naturel, without the modern and irreversible blitz.

Boracay Sunset

The sunset in Boracay is one of the spectacular views on this planet. Pictures couldn’t capture the true beauty of these diurnal events; you have to see to believe.

Boracay Sandcastles

Then those painstakingly rendered sandcastles make you almost believe in fairy tales. Best viewed at night when lit by flickering candles, these ephemeral works of art completes Boracay’s magical spell. Next time to visit the island, check them out along the beach and take a few souvenir photos while you’re on the island.

Romantic Walks

And of course, the night walks at the beach. A visit to this island paradise is never complete without these nighttime escapades. Walk the long strand of white powdery shoreline with the cool sea breeze blowing. It’s a welcome respite from a hot and hectic day and the most appealing activity before you head back to hit the sack. For sure, you don’t have to count sheep to fall into a restful slumber.

Photo credit: TDP Photo