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Major city · Philippines

Roxas, Mindoro

Spend a half‑day in Roxas to see the town plaza and pier; stay overnight if you need a rest before heading to Calapan or San Jose.

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Roxas is a small seaport town on the southern tip of Mindoro. The main sights – the town plaza, market and the ferry pier – are within walking distance. Buses and ferries connect it to Calapan (3 h) and San Jose (4 h). One day covers the basics; an extra night adds flexibility for transport schedules.

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Best months
Nov–May (dry season)
avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season)
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Nights
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This is a basic guide for Roxas, Mindoro: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 5Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
  • Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
  • Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
  • Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
  • Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
  • Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.

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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Roxas, Mindoro117 ▾
  • Police117
  • Fire and ambulance117
  • National emergency911

Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.

EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Roxas, Mindoro, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Town plazaFerry pier to CaticlanLocal market
Airports
check Nearest airports (Roxas has no airport. Fly to Calapan (San Jose Airport, SJJ) or San Jose (San Jose Airport, SJJ) and take a bus/ferry. Check.)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  5. May

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

Best: Nov–May. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →

Warmest Mar (31°C (88°F)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Roxas, Mindoro: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

5 rd

Feb

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

5 rd

Mar

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

6 rd

Apr

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

7 rd

May

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

8 rd

Jun

30°C (86°F)

25°C (77°F)

12 rd

Jul

30°C (86°F)

25°C (77°F)

13 rd

Aug

30°C (86°F)

25°C (77°F)

13 rd

Sep

30°C (86°F)

25°C (77°F)

12 rd

Oct

30°C (86°F)

25°C (77°F)

9 rd

Nov

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

7 rd

Dec

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

6 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Tricycles from Dangay Pier to town centre cost ₱40; walk between plaza, market and hotels.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Calapan

go

Door to door: ≈4 h total

Bus, about 3 h

Capital of Mindoro, offers more services and flights.

San Jose (Occidental Mindoro)

go

Door to door: ≈5 h total

Bus/Jeepney, about 4 h

Connects to Tablas Island ferries.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

LYF Hotel

Fan single/double, own bathroom, ₱700 per night

Danna Hotel

Fan single/double, from ₱400 per night

Roxas Villa Hotel

Fan single/double, from ₱500 per night

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
₱500–800 (≈ US$9–15) excl. bed
Mid
₱800–1,200 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Budget hotel bed1 × 1 night × ₱400₱400
Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₱500₱500
Tricycle ride from pier to centre1 × ₱40₱40
Ferry to Caticlan (one way)1 × ₱500 · Montenegro Shipping, Super Shuttle, Starlite Ferries – check schedules.₱500
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge₱144
Trip total≈ ₱1,584 per person per day, bed included₱1,584≈ US$30

Based on LYF Hotel and Danna Hotel rates.

2026 estimate in PHP; flights and inter‑island ferries excluded.

Prices of common things

Jollibee meal₱120–180 (≈ US$3–4)
Bottle of water (500 ml)₱20–30 (≈ under US$1)
Tricycle ride (short distance)₱40 (≈ under US$1)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Roxas is generally safe; petty theft can occur in crowded markets – keep valuables close.
  • Ferry schedules can change; confirm times with the operator.
  • Road to San Jose is new but may have landslide‑risk sections during heavy rain.

Emergency numbers

Police
117
Fire and ambulance
117
National emergency
911

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Emergency

  • Police117
  • Fire and ambulance117
  • National emergency911

Embassy

US Embassy in Manila; consular assistance via 24‑hour hotline (check).

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Bus Roxas → Calapan: ≈ ₱300–₱350, 3 h (check)
  • Tricycle Dangay Pier → town centre: ₱40 (≈ under US$1), 5 min

Say or show

  • Magkano? — How much?
  • Nasaan ang palengke? — Where is the market?
  • Gusto ko ng kwarto para sa isang gabi — I would like a room for one night
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Roxas, Mindoro. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Nov–May (dry season) · avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 2 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

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