Olongapo City is often lost in the tourism shadow of the Subic Bay Freeport. This is very unfortunate as Olongapo has a nice range of activities and accommodations in its own right. Many of Olongapo's hotels and resorts are beach front and most carry a more modest price than the the hotels on the Subic Bay Freeport. Most of the beach resort are located in Barrio Barretto including some in the area of the barrio referred to as Baloy Long Beach. While technically a part of Barrio Barretto it has its own flavor and most people consider it separate.
The budget minded, but who still want a quality beach resort, may find By the Seas Resort Hotel to be a good choice."By the Sea Resort" had enjoy an reputation for outstanding service and quality. Today this tradition continues with a beach resort that has been expanded and updated. By The Seas Resort hotel enjoys an outstanding reputation as a family friendly resort with expanded event and conference facilities. An oasis from the jostle and flurry of city life, the beach resort in Barrio Barretto olongapo is a welcome break with a beach, gardens and a swimming pool. Large families and groups will find the vacation villas a good value that will sleep up to 16.
Beachcombers will love Johan's Beach Resort and Dive Center. A simple laid back resort geared toward scuba divers, beach lovers, and other water enthusiast. Its rooms are simple but very satisfying. It has a large dining area just steps from the beach is known for its extensive menu of Filipino and European foods. Beachfront in the Baloy Long beach area of Barrio Barretto Olongapo. This resort is also family friendly.
Other beachfront resorts in Barrio Barretto include Arizona International geared toward single foreign guest, Subic Grand Seas Resort and Suzuki resort a favorite among Japanese visitors. The Coffee shop rooftop Hotel is not beach front but only across the road from Driftwood beach a city run beach.
Along Magsaysay Drive in the city proper and near the entrance to the Subic Bay Freeport are a number of Small hotels including Subic Residence Hotel and Kongs.