When it opened its doors in 2019, Banwa Private Island was the most expensive resort in the world, priced at $100,000 per night. Now, travelers can experience this exclusive destination for less than half that price.
Located in the Palawan archipelago of the Philippines, Banwa Private Island is the most expensive island resort in the world, with a nightly rate of $100,000. (Photo: Remoteland).
The resort features 6 beachfront villas, each with infinity pools and private hot tubs. Each villa has 1-4 bedrooms, accommodating a total of 48 guests. (Photo: CNBC).
Upon opening, Banwa Private Island was exclusively available for full-property rentals, with a minimum stay of 3-5 nights depending on the season, resulting in total costs for a stay ranging from $300,000 to $500,000. (Photo: Truly Classy).
This price does not include transportation fees. Guests will need to pay $990 each way for a 9-seat seaplane and $11,580 for a round-trip helicopter ride for 5 passengers. (Photo: Hiddendoorway).
The resort boasts a private team of chefs who use organic vegetables grown on-site and fish caught from the surrounding Sulu Sea. (Photo: Banwa Private Island).
Here, guests can enjoy unlimited spa services along with activities like kayaking and diving. The resort also offers scuba diving tours guided by top diving instructors from the Philippines. (Photo: CNBC).
You can also relax on the island, play golf on the 9-hole course, practice yoga, play tennis, or work out in a fully equipped gym. (Photo: Banwa Private Island).
After a day full of activities, guests can go stargazing and admire the Milky Way from one of the best observation spots in the world, thanks to its low light pollution. (Photo: Banwa Private Island).
