Establishments which made it to the list were chosen by the people that matter most: the guests.
Discovery Boracay is proud to be included on the 2025 T+L 500 list—a celebration of the best hotels in the world chosen by the most important people: the guests.
The prestigious list is featured in the May 2025 issue of Travel + Leisure, with highlights available on travelandleisure.com. The T+L 500 is based on the results of the 2024 World’s Best Awards, where travelers from around the globe vote for the places that made their journeys unforgettable. This year’s list honors hotels and resorts that stood out for exceptional quality, thoughtful amenities, and heartfelt service—the very pillars that define Discovery Boracay.
For the team behind Discovery Boracay, this moment is incredibly meaningful. Guests remember more than just the beauty of Boracay’s white sand and turquoise waters; they remember how they felt. The team’s signature Service That’s All Heart lives in the small surprises, the personalized greetings, and the kind gestures that go beyond expectations—whether it’s a surprise treat for a honeymooning couple, a towel animal that delights a child, or a staff member remembering a returning guest by name.
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“This recognition is close to our hearts because it came from the people we love to serve,” says Erwin Lopez, hotel manager of Discovery Boracay. “Every smile and every thoughtful detail adds up to something lasting—and that’s what we aim to create: memories our guests will carry home with them.”
Discovery Boracay was previously part of the T+L 500 from 2011 to 2014, and its return to the list in 2025 comes at a pivotal time. Following a successful rebranding, the resort embraced a refreshed identity while staying true to its soul. The new look is brighter, bolder, and more refined—but the heart behind every stay remains unchanged.
At the core of the reimagined Discovery Boracay are its people—fondly known as GEMs, or Guest Experience Makers—who are empowered to create moments of joy for every traveler who walks through the doors. Their passion and commitment shine through in every guest encounter and it’s this consistency of care that sets the resort apart.
From beachfront celebrations to quiet moments of connection, Discovery Boracay continues to be a place where happiness lives, guests return time and time again, and the spirit of the island shines through every heartfelt stay.
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