Things to Do Near The Aurora Subic Hotel in Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Subic Bay Freeport Zone is the former US Naval Base on the western edge of Luzon — a 67,000-hectare duty-free special economic zone that covers rainforest, marine protected waters, a deepwater port, the SBMA business district, and some of the most accessible family attractions in the Philippines. The Aurora Subic Hotel sits in the middle of the Freeport Zone's CBD, putting Ocean Adventure, Treetop Adventure, Zoobic Safari, Harbor Point Mall, and the triathlon and Ironman routes all within a short drive. The guide below is written for guests planning a first visit — where to stay in subic bay, what to do, where to eat, and how to build a two or three day itinerary from The Aurora.
Where Is Subic Bay Freeport Zone?
Subic Bay Freeport Zone straddles the boundary between Zambales and Bataan provinces on the western coast of Central Luzon, about 130 kilometres northwest of Metro Manila. Access is via the NLEX–SCTEX corridor — a two and a half to three hour drive under normal traffic. The zone is a duty-free economic freeport administered by the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA). It is most known for its mix of rainforest-adjacent adventure parks, a working deepwater port, white-sand beaches, and a concentration of dining and retail in the CBD where The Aurora Subic Hotel is located.
Map & Directions
Finding our hotel in Subic is easy from any direction. Located at the intersection of Labitan Street, Canal Road, and Dewey Avenue, The Aurora Subic Hotel is a recognizable landmark in the Central Business District.
Nearby Attractions
Experience the best of Subic Bay with these popular destinations near our Subic hotel:
Within 5 Minutes
- Harbor Point Mall - 0.5 km
- Subic Bay Exhibition & Convention Center - 0.7 km
- Boardwalk Park and Restaurants - 1 km
- Royal Duty Free - 1.2 km
Within 15 Minutes
- Ocean Adventure - 5 km
- Zoobic Safari - 6 km
- Subic Bay Yacht Club - 3 km
- Inflatable Island - 8 km
- Treetop Adventure - 4 km
For Athletic Enthusiasts
As one of the premier hotels near Subic Bay Freeport Zone, we regularly host participants for major sporting events including:
- Ironman Subic Bay triathlon competitions
- Subic Fun Run events
- Century Tuna Triathlon
- Subic Marathon
- Various water sports competitions
Our hotel in Subic offers special accommodations and services for athletes participating in these events, making us the preferred choice for competitors and their support teams.
Transportation Options
As one of the most accessible subic bay freeport zone hotels, we offer comprehensive transportation assistance to ensure your journey is as seamless as possible.
Within Subic Bay Freeport Zone
- Taxis available at the hotel
- Car rental services
- Hotel shuttle service (upon request)
- Walking distance to public transportation hubs
To/From Manila and Clark
- Bus services available from Manila to Subic (Victory Liner)
- Private airport transfers (can be arranged through the hotel)
- Car rental services
