Pool day passes in Bohol

All five day pass resorts are on Panglao Island, a short drive and ferry crossing from Tagbilaran, Bohol's capital. Panglao has the province's best beaches — white sand, calm water, and a long strip of resorts along Alona Beach. The day pass scene is small but well-established, ranging from a native-style beach club to a multi-pool beachfront resort with lunch included.

Prices run from PHP 600 to PHP 1,500 per adult (about $10.50 to $26). That's notably cheaper than Boracay, where comparable resort access starts at PHP 2,000. Most passes include a food or drink credit that offsets much of the entry cost — Bluewater Panglao's PHP 1,000 credit covers most of a meal and drinks for one person.

Book by phone or WhatsApp; most resorts accept walk-ins except on holiday weekends. Bluewater Panglao adds a PHP 500 surcharge per person on major holidays. Bohol Beach Club requires a call ahead when the resort is busy, as availability depends on occupancy.

• Bohol Beach Club — PHP 600 / about $10.50. Best value; PHP 450 F&B credit makes net beach-and-pool entry just PHP 150.
• Bluewater Panglao Beach Resort — PHP 1,200 / about $21. PHP 1,000 F&B credit, kayaks, and SUP boards included.
• North Zen Villas — Price on request. Most distinctive; mangrove trail and quiet Doljo setting.
• Oceanica Resort Panglao — Price on request. Infinity pool, kayaks, SUP, and South Farm cultural tour.
• Henann Resort Alona Beach — PHP 1,500 / about $26. Three pools, full lunch buffet, and beach sunbeds.

How much does a pool day pass in Bohol cost?

Confirmed prices range from PHP 600 to PHP 1,500 per adult (about $10.50 to $26). The food credits narrow that gap: Bohol Beach Club's PHP 450 consumable makes the net cost closer to PHP 150 for beach and pool access, and Bluewater Panglao's PHP 1,000 credit offsets most of the PHP 1,200 entry fee once lunch and drinks are counted.

Bluewater Panglao adds PHP 500 per person on major holidays. Bohol Beach Club availability depends on occupancy, so weekday visits are easier to guarantee.

What's included in a Bohol pool day pass?

Every resort on this list includes pool access and sunbed use. Beach access comes with Bohol Beach Club, Bluewater Panglao, Oceanica, and Henann; North Zen Villas is pool-only, as the beach is not adjacent. Free water sports (kayaks and SUP boards) are included at Bluewater Panglao and Oceanica.

Food and drink credits vary across the list: PHP 450 at Bohol Beach Club, PHP 1,000 at Bluewater Panglao, and a full lunch buffet at Henann. North Zen Villas includes a smaller dining credit at Seads Restaurant. The South Farm entry at Oceanica and the mangrove bamboo walk at North Zen Villas are the most distinctive extras — both are worth factoring into your choice if you want more than a straight pool day.

Bohol Beach Club

A long stretch of private white-sand beach fronts this native-style resort in Bolod, Panglao. Both an adult pool and a kids pool sit close to the shore, making it the most beach-forward option on this list. The day pass is PHP 600 (about $10.50) per person: PHP 150 covers entry, towels, and a sun lounger, while the remaining PHP 450 is consumable at the beachside restaurant. Availability depends on the resort's occupancy, so call before arriving on a busy weekend.

Book direct: boholbeachclub.com.ph — or call (038) 411-5222.

Bluewater Panglao Beach Resort

The Aplaya pool at Bluewater Panglao is lagoon-shaped and runs along the beachfront, with wide views across the Bohol Sea. The Day Pass (PHP 1,200 / about $21 per adult; PHP 600 for children 5–11) runs from 11AM to 8PM and includes PHP 1,000 in F&B credit, free use of kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, and beach towels. The PHP 1,000 credit covers most of the entry cost once you factor in a meal and drinks, making this one of the better-value day passes on the island. On major holidays (Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Christmas, New Year), a PHP 500 surcharge applies per person.

Book direct: bluewaterpanglao.com.ph — or call +63 38 416 0702.

North Zen Villas

North Zen Villas sits in a mangrove forest in Doljo, a quieter corner of Panglao. The day pass includes access to the outdoor pool, a dining credit at Seads Restaurant, and the 500-metre bamboo trail through the mangroves. The bamboo walk is normally reserved for overnight guests, which makes this the most distinctive day experience on this list for the right kind of visitor. Pricing is not listed on their website [NEEDS VERIFICATION — contact before visiting]; reach the resort via their official site or Facebook page.

Book direct: northzenvillas.com — or message via Facebook.

Oceanica Resort Panglao

The infinity pool at Oceanica faces the open Bohol Sea at Bolod, with views stretching to the horizon. The Day Use with South Farm Access package bundles pool and beach access with kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and entry to South Farm, a working cultural farm on the resort grounds with animals and a traditional coconut-wine demonstration. Pricing is not published on the hotel's own website [NEEDS VERIFICATION for direct rate]; the resort takes direct inquiries by phone.

Book direct: oceanicaresortpanglao.com — or call +63 38 502 8288.

Henann Resort Alona Beach

Henann sits directly on Alona Beach, the main beach strip on Panglao, and runs three pools: a main pool, Christina's Pool (adults 16+ only), and a beach pool that stays open until midnight. The Pool Day Use with Lunch Buffet (PHP 1,500 / about $26 per adult) covers all three pools, beach sunbeds, towels, locker and shower access, and a full lunch buffet. It's the most complete package on the island and works well for a full-day group outing. Two Henann properties sit next to each other on Alona Beach; this is Henann Resort Alona Beach, not Henann Premier Coast Resort.

Book direct: henann.com/bohol/henannalonabeach — or call (038) 422-9080.

Frequently asked questions

Can you use resort pools in Bohol without staying overnight?

Yes. All five resorts on this page run confirmed day pass programmes for non-guests. None of them list on ResortPass or DayCation, so direct booking is the primary route. Walk-ins are generally accepted except at Bohol Beach Club, where you should call ahead. Pass hours vary: Bluewater Panglao runs 11AM to 8PM, Oceanica starts at 8AM, and Henann's beach pool stays open to midnight.

How do I book a pool day pass in Bohol?

Call the resort directly. Bluewater Panglao accepts bookings by phone (+63 38 416 0702) and has an inquiry form on their website. Bohol Beach Club requires a call ahead on busy weekends due to occupancy limits. Henann books by phone or email. North Zen Villas responds fastest through Facebook Messenger. Oceanica takes direct calls at +63 38 502 8288. WhatsApp is widely used at Panglao resorts for queries and confirmations.

Do Bohol pool day passes include food and drinks?

Most do. Bohol Beach Club includes PHP 450 consumable credit at the beachside restaurant. Bluewater Panglao includes PHP 1,000 in F&B credit, which covers most of a meal and drinks for one person. Henann's PHP 1,500 pass includes a full lunch buffet. North Zen Villas includes a dining credit at Seads Restaurant. Oceanica's package pricing is unconfirmed — verify food inclusions directly before booking.

More pool day passes near Bohol

Boracay is the closest Philippine destination with a comparable hotel day pass scene, though passes start at PHP 2,000 — Mövenpick and Crimson are the main options, both with large F&B credits. For other islands and cities across the country, the Philippines page covers additional destinations with confirmed hotel access programmes.