The 22-room El Nido Bayview Resort is a simple mid-range property located a 10-minute tricycle ride from the city center and across the street from a cute palm-fringed beach. Low-frills rooms have flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and electric kettles, plus most have great views of either the bay or the forest. However, guests should expect to find critters of all kinds indoors (from lizards to mosquitoes), and there have been reports of cleanliness and maintenance issues. With average food, spotty Wi-Fi service, and no pool, this is a better pick for those planning to spend the day at the beach or island-hopping than for those looking to sleep in and stay on-site. For something cheaper and with similar views, consider the Golden Monkey Cottages.
The 22-room El Nido Bayview Resort is a simple mid-range property located a 10-minute tricycle ride from the city center and across the street from a cute palm-fringed beach. Low-frills rooms have flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and electric kettles, plus most have great views of either the bay or the forest. However, guests should expect to find critters of all kinds indoors (from lizards to mosquitoes), and there have been reports of cleanliness and maintenance issues. With average food, spotty Wi-Fi service, and no pool, this is a better pick for those planning to spend the day at the beach or island-hopping than for those looking to sleep in and stay on-site. For something cheaper and with similar views, consider the Golden Monkey Cottages.
El Nido Four Seasons Resort is a budget 20-room property offering decent value in a quiet beachfront area a five-minute drive south of El Nido. Basic, dated rooms and average food make this property a better pick for those looking to spend the day island-hopping or exploring Palawan than for guests planning to stay on-site, but the atmosphere here is friendly and relaxing, and there is a small pool with beautiful ocean and sunset views. Marina Garden Beach Resort is a little more charming and closer to the action in El Nido town, but some rooms don’t have hot water.
El Nido Four Seasons Resort is a budget 20-room property offering decent value in a quiet beachfront area a five-minute drive south of El Nido. Basic, dated rooms and average food make this property a better pick for those looking to spend the day island-hopping or exploring Palawan than for guests planning to stay on-site, but the atmosphere here is friendly and relaxing, and there is a small pool with beautiful ocean and sunset views. Marina Garden Beach Resort is a little more charming and closer to the action in El Nido town, but some rooms don’t have hot water.
El Nido Cove Resort is a quiet mid-range property suited for those looking to spend a few semi-unplugged days by the beach. Its 20 rooms are clean and airy, with simple island decor and basic amenities, such as air-conditioning, eco-friendly toiletries, and ceiling fans. Not having a TV and reliable Wi-Fi service may be a perk for those who want to get away from it all, but the lack of mini-fridges, electric kettles, and safes makes rooms feel a little too basic for the price. The restaurant serves decent local cuisine at reasonable prices, but breakfast offers limited options. Although the on-site beach is just average, guests can walk to a wider, sandier one a few minutes away, or swim in the serene pool that offers lovely views of Bacuit Bay and Cadlao Island. Those looking to stay closer to El Nido town may want to consider Ipil Suites El Nido.
El Nido Cove Resort is a quiet mid-range property suited for those looking to spend a few semi-unplugged days by the beach. Its 20 rooms are clean and airy, with simple island decor and basic amenities, such as air-conditioning, eco-friendly toiletries, and ceiling fans. Not having a TV and reliable Wi-Fi service may be a perk for those who want to get away from it all, but the lack of mini-fridges, electric kettles, and safes makes rooms feel a little too basic for the price. The restaurant serves decent local cuisine at reasonable prices, but breakfast offers limited options. Although the on-site beach is just average, guests can walk to a wider, sandier one a few minutes away, or swim in the serene pool that offers lovely views of Bacuit Bay and Cadlao Island. Those looking to stay closer to El Nido town may want to consider Ipil Suites El Nido.
The 10-room A Place To Remember is a value hotel in the laid-back town of El Nido, set a couple minutes' walk from the wharf. It offers the basics: A place to sleep and eat, and a base for exploring the fantastical scenery visible from the hotel’s restaurant terrace. Although the beach area is not suitable for swimming due to boats and debris, better stretches of sand can be found within a 10-minute drive. Rooms are small, many lack windows, and there's lots of wear and tear; however, they come with modern-looking bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. Guests have reported weak Wi-Fi and unpleasant smells. It's worth paying more at El Nido Cove Resort, which has a pool, quiet atmosphere, and free water sports.
The 10-room A Place To Remember is a value hotel in the laid-back town of El Nido, set a couple minutes' walk from the wharf. It offers the basics: A place to sleep and eat, and a base for exploring the fantastical scenery visible from the hotel’s restaurant terrace. Although the beach area is not suitable for swimming due to boats and debris, better stretches of sand can be found within a 10-minute drive. Rooms are small, many lack windows, and there's lots of wear and tear; however, they come with modern-looking bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. Guests have reported weak Wi-Fi and unpleasant smells. It's worth paying more at El Nido Cove Resort, which has a pool, quiet atmosphere, and free water sports.
The 50-room El Nido Resort Miniloc Island is an upper-middle-range all-inclusive resort in a spectacular setting that's surrounded by natural beauty. It offers multiple activities including water sports and island tours, some of which are included with room rates. Rooms are a bit rustic and some are showing their age, but they are clean and some have unbeatable views of the surrounding karsts. Buffets are offered in the Clubhouse, and there's a bar by the beach for drinks and light fare. The simple spa, which sits over the water, is a fine opportunity for guests to relax as well. Rates are not cheap, but the all-inclusive deals and idyllic setting are worth it.
The 50-room El Nido Resort Miniloc Island is an upper-middle-range all-inclusive resort in a spectacular setting that's surrounded by natural beauty. It offers multiple activities including water sports and island tours, some of which are included with room rates. Rooms are a bit rustic and some are showing their age, but they are clean and some have unbeatable views of the surrounding karsts. Buffets are offered in the Clubhouse, and there's a bar by the beach for drinks and light fare. The simple spa, which sits over the water, is a fine opportunity for guests to relax as well. Rates are not cheap, but the all-inclusive deals and idyllic setting are worth it.
The 42-villa El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island is the definition of a luxury tropical island getaway. With a beautiful wide beach abutting turquoise waters, plus stunning jungle surroundings, the resort begs for superlatives. The villas are spacious and elegant, with Balinese design plus modern features like flat-screen TVs and high-end coffeemakers. Activities are plentiful and include snorkeling, diving, kayaking, sailing, island tours, and hiking, while the on-site restaurant highlights local ingredients, and the pool and spa are ideal spots for relaxing. Travelers can stay at the other El Nido properties -- like El Nido Miniloc Island -- for less, but the level of luxury here may make the higher rates worth it.
The 42-villa El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island is the definition of a luxury tropical island getaway. With a beautiful wide beach abutting turquoise waters, plus stunning jungle surroundings, the resort begs for superlatives. The villas are spacious and elegant, with Balinese design plus modern features like flat-screen TVs and high-end coffeemakers. Activities are plentiful and include snorkeling, diving, kayaking, sailing, island tours, and hiking, while the on-site restaurant highlights local ingredients, and the pool and spa are ideal spots for relaxing. Travelers can stay at the other El Nido properties -- like El Nido Miniloc Island -- for less, but the level of luxury here may make the higher rates worth it.
El Nido Beach Hotel is a 15-room budget property whose best selling point is location. It is right on a small beach (although swimming is not recommended, as a large pipe discharges dirty water directly into the sea) and a short walk from restaurants, bars, and shops in central El Nido town. The rest of the property is basic and a little underwhelming for the price, with average food at the restaurant, and worn rooms. Some units, however, have stunning ocean and Cadlao Island views. Travelers looking for something cheaper and slightly nicer may want to consider Ipil Suites El Nido.
El Nido Beach Hotel is a 15-room budget property whose best selling point is location. It is right on a small beach (although swimming is not recommended, as a large pipe discharges dirty water directly into the sea) and a short walk from restaurants, bars, and shops in central El Nido town. The rest of the property is basic and a little underwhelming for the price, with average food at the restaurant, and worn rooms. Some units, however, have stunning ocean and Cadlao Island views. Travelers looking for something cheaper and slightly nicer may want to consider Ipil Suites El Nido.
The 20-room Stunning Republic Beach Resort is a simple budget-friendly hotel located on a quiet beach about a five-minute drive from El Nido town. Modest rooms are spacious and clean, with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and low-frills bathrooms with hot water and wet room-style showers, plus balconies or terraces with beach views. Rates are competitive and include Wi-Fi (though it’s only guaranteed in common areas and some balconies) and a basic breakfast. The hotel owns two outrigger boats for island hopping tours, and kayaks and other water sports are available for a fee. The beach, however, is better suited for sunbathing than for swimming. For something cheaper, consider El Gordo’s Action Adventures Guesthouse.
The 20-room Stunning Republic Beach Resort is a simple budget-friendly hotel located on a quiet beach about a five-minute drive from El Nido town. Modest rooms are spacious and clean, with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and low-frills bathrooms with hot water and wet room-style showers, plus balconies or terraces with beach views. Rates are competitive and include Wi-Fi (though it’s only guaranteed in common areas and some balconies) and a basic breakfast. The hotel owns two outrigger boats for island hopping tours, and kayaks and other water sports are available for a fee. The beach, however, is better suited for sunbathing than for swimming. For something cheaper, consider El Gordo’s Action Adventures Guesthouse.
The Qi is a small upper-middle-range resort located on a remote beach in northern mainland Palawan. Its seven rooms are housed in stand-alone cottages tucked away amid thick tropical forests and built around a charming pool with ocean views. Units are spacious and full of local charm, with bamboo walls, cogon roofs, rustic wooden furniture, and outdoor showers. Some may find the property a little too remote, but the free morning yoga classes, small spa, long sandy beach (beware of the sandflies, though), and free non-motorized water sports make it a great pick for travelers seeking peace and relaxation. The Qi is also one of the few wheelchair-friendly resorts in Palawan. El Rio y Mar Resort offers a similar experience at comparable rates.
The Qi is a small upper-middle-range resort located on a remote beach in northern mainland Palawan. Its seven rooms are housed in stand-alone cottages tucked away amid thick tropical forests and built around a charming pool with ocean views. Units are spacious and full of local charm, with bamboo walls, cogon roofs, rustic wooden furniture, and outdoor showers. Some may find the property a little too remote, but the free morning yoga classes, small spa, long sandy beach (beware of the sandflies, though), and free non-motorized water sports make it a great pick for travelers seeking peace and relaxation. The Qi is also one of the few wheelchair-friendly resorts in Palawan. El Rio y Mar Resort offers a similar experience at comparable rates.
Cadlao Resort is a quiet mid-range property located on a rocky beach a 10-minute walk from El Nido town. Its 25 rooms have cute traditional Filipino decor and terraces overlooking the lovely tropical grounds, but some may find the lack of TVs, minibars, and electric kettles a little underwhelming for the price. There are a small spa with outdoor cabanas, a solid restaurant, and two pools, but the property’s best selling point are the striking views of Cadlao and Helicopter Islands that can be had from a few rooms and most common spaces. El Nido Cove Resort offers a similar experience at lower rates, but its location a 20-minute drive from the El Nido town may not be as convenient to some.
Cadlao Resort is a quiet mid-range property located on a rocky beach a 10-minute walk from El Nido town. Its 25 rooms have cute traditional Filipino decor and terraces overlooking the lovely tropical grounds, but some may find the lack of TVs, minibars, and electric kettles a little underwhelming for the price. There are a small spa with outdoor cabanas, a solid restaurant, and two pools, but the property’s best selling point are the striking views of Cadlao and Helicopter Islands that can be had from a few rooms and most common spaces. El Nido Cove Resort offers a similar experience at lower rates, but its location a 20-minute drive from the El Nido town may not be as convenient to some.