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Why settle for a beachfront hotel when you can stay right over the ocean in a cottage on stilts? And why settle for any old dive site when you can snorkel in an orchid-walled lagoon? El Nido is known as the Philippines' last frontier, and if you're looking for magnificent beaches in an unspoiled setting, it's a perfect place for you to vacation.
Restaurants in El Nido
1. Cauayan Island Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 341 reviews
Is a luxury resort that embodies the pristine beauty of its natural surroundings and first class personalized services. Escape to a paradise of tranquility and haven of comfort. Indulge yourself in a perfect serene lifestyle vacation. The beach coastline is a welcoming picturesque of clear blue water and a vast stretch of white sand beach that exudes a tropical ambiance. It captivates the true essence of natural beauty with its surroundings of lush greens and wide array of flower blooms. Each villa is designed with spectacular views that redefine coziness and relaxation. Enjoy a dining adventure and savor the taste of our impeccable dishes. Immerse yourself in the different island activities and facilities to make your vacation experience truly memorable.
Best place to stay in El nido
Reviewed By hansaC5190HDThe resort was absolutely amazing! From the facility and to the exceptional staff everything was perfect. I highly recommend doing an island tour and scuba diving session with their amazing crew of divers and guides. S/o to Jeremia and Master diver Norrien! They we’re absolutely friendly and made our diving experience soo much fun. For your food cravings I highly recommend going to eat at Cauayan restaurant with Boss Daniel and his exceptional hospitality. He made everything seamless and he is very efficient and attentive to our needs. Lastly, I would like to give a huge S/o to boss JB for welcoming us and showing us that world famous Filipino hospitality. Definitely coming back here in the future!
2. Charlie's El Nido
Overall Ratings
5 based on 60 reviews
Great stay!
Reviewed By Alexandra GWe stayed at Charlie’s for 10 days, and each day was perfect. The entire staff from the front desk, restaurant and housekeeping are all very friendly and professional. We had time to check out their restaurant at different times from breakfast to dinner and each time was delicious. Our stay had free buffet-style breakfast and they had good options ranging from continental breakfast items, traditional Filipino breakfast foods , and an omelette bar. They also have happy hour with buy 1 get 1 drinks from 2PM-6PM which we thought was quite long! Their signature mojito was my favorite. Our room was cleaned daily and everything was done well. We were very comfortable in our bed and the balcony in our Premium suite was perfect for relaxing in the morning and sunsets. We had a great stay! Highly recommend!
3. Seda Lio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 387 reviews
Seda Lio in the Lio Tourism Estate in Palawan is the first complete facility to cater to tourists in El Nido. Only five minutes from the airport, the 153-room resort-hotel caters to meeting and incentive groups, leisure tourists, families, destination weddings and other discerning visitors to this stunning vacation spot that offers modern facilities and conveniences, while showcasing the area’s biodiversity and spectacular natural attractions. Facilities include three inter-connected swimming pools, private spa villas, a children’s playroom and playground, a Game Room, Pool Bar and Misto restaurant; with non-motorized water sports. It is also just a short walk to Shops at Lio with local boutiques and homegrown dining concepts.
More than Wonderful Resort and Staff!
Reviewed By TravellernutThis review is a few months late as I was traveling in US and Philippines. (I rarely review as I’m always traveling… 50-60 countries and counting). After almost 2 years of quarantining in hometown Davao, I was ready to travel once more and was excited for El Nido to finally open! My best friend and I are celebrating 40 years of friendship and where better to kickoff than the place that got us started with our love of travelling… Palawan!! We stayed a couple of days in a very nice beachfront resort close to El Nido Town (that’s another review)… so we could do all the island tours, restaurants, shopping and see the town. Then we decided the next half of our adventure would be more relaxed and just enjoy ourselves in a nice beautiful resort. What a wonderful experience!! Seda Lio is big, almost new, beautifully landscaped beachfront resort in the newly developed Lio Tourism Estate. The beach is wide (though the sand isn’t as white nor as fine as in the islands)… yet it was calm, clean, and with a backdrop of islands and awe inspiring sunset. The pool is huge, set in a sprawling garden. With Palawan just about to reopen to tourism, we were maybe 10 guests in a 150 room resort. Breakfast buffet was more than good enough although I can assume with more guests, it will be a bigger spread. There’s lots to to do in Seda. There’s shuttles that can bring you to a small shopping area, another to the jetty where a few restaurants are, free bamboo bikes, free canoe in the wetlands, and hiking up a little mountain. There’s a spa as well. We were upgraded to a suite room with a terrace fronting the pool and close to the beach. On our last day, Air Swift cancelled our flight when we were already in pre departure. They arranged for us to stay an extra 24-hours in Seda which is 5-minutes away. We felt like returning rockstars! We were given the suite next to the one we occupied which was already undergoing disinfecting when we checked out. I want to especially say, “thank you” to DEVINE at the reception. She made the difference between a great trip to one that was over and above incredible! We were text friends… we didn’t need to phone for anything as we could just ask or request by messaging her. It was also everyone else… from the resort doctor who checked on me as I was feeling a little dizzy when we arrived (maybe low blood sugar)… to the staff who were always gracious and welcoming carrying our stuff, room service, helping us with bikes and canoes, guiding us in hikes, and showing us the art of folding coconut leaves into hats and various animals. Never a dull moment in the several days we stayed with them. Also unforgettable was witnessing the release of over a hundred hatched sea turtles.l to the ocean. We hope to return one day again. See you!
4. Sea Cocoon Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 624 reviews
The breath-taking memorable road trip or air flight to El Nido, Palawan can only be matched by the unique island-hopping tours the town offers and a stay with us at the SEA COCOON HOTEL. It is the place downtown where the hardy and the casual adventurer can chill or find peace and quiet. Built for comfort and convenience, it is a clean and cool place to relax in. On a quiet street in the center of town, only one block away from the beach. A convenient base to access all the enjoyment the town can bring. We have put in some special features to make your stay more relaxed: 1. Memory foam over spring mattress 2. Large window onto outside view without compromising your privacy 3. Individual private balcony 4. Individual electronic room safe 5. A small pool for sunbathing next to a bar 6. A spacious airy poolside lounge/dining area and coffee shop 7. Purified ice available all day upon request 8. Well-engineered spacious, cool, quiet rooms Of course, you get complimentary breakfast, free use of strong WiFi in designated areas, filtered bathing water, ensuite toilet & bath, air-conditioning, hair dryer, satellite television, more secure storage in the hotel vault. You may also want to know we have a silent stand-by generator. Oh, by the way, we have installed a green sewage system. WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU!
Central hotel maintains by people who care and love their property.
Reviewed By Discover13738491194It is well located hotel in the center of El Nido. The hotel is shiny, planned to last details, for the guests convince. The room is big enough as well as the bathroom... I felt like home... we had early flight they prepare for us nice breakfast.
5. Nacpan Beach Glamping
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 119 reviews
Nacpan Glamping is located on one of the top rated beaches in Asia, ‘Nacpan Beach’, El Nido, Palawan. Stretching 4.2km, this white sand beach is fast becoming a World renowned must see destination in the Philippines. Nacpan Glamping offers the unique, one and only experience of staying in a state of the art 6m wide glamping tent metres from the beach.
Beach, greens and people
Reviewed By 945leviepIt was very nice in there, the people were very welcoming and always had the smile On their faces. We had our breakfast at sun mai and the resto was open until 10pm. They had happy hour from 3pm to 7pm and I must say food was great. Servings were big. During the day you can’t stay inside the tent as it was so hot. You can either stay on the pool side-they also serve food and drink or you can stay on the beach front. They also offer numbers of activity so you can choose which one you like to do. They have hatching area for turtles which was so good as well There were lots of dogs, I’m concern about their heath it appears to me that they all had that skin issue or something I hope the management will look into that too.
6. Sea Cocoon Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 624 reviews
The breath-taking memorable road trip or air flight to El Nido, Palawan can only be matched by the unique island-hopping tours the town offers and a stay with us at the SEA COCOON HOTEL. It is the place downtown where the hardy and the casual adventurer can chill or find peace and quiet. Built for comfort and convenience, it is a clean and cool place to relax in. On a quiet street in the center of town, only one block away from the beach. A convenient base to access all the enjoyment the town can bring. We have put in some special features to make your stay more relaxed: 1. Memory foam over spring mattress 2. Large window onto outside view without compromising your privacy 3. Individual private balcony 4. Individual electronic room safe 5. A small pool for sunbathing next to a bar 6. A spacious airy poolside lounge/dining area and coffee shop 7. Purified ice available all day upon request 8. Well-engineered spacious, cool, quiet rooms Of course, you get complimentary breakfast, free use of strong WiFi in designated areas, filtered bathing water, ensuite toilet & bath, air-conditioning, hair dryer, satellite television, more secure storage in the hotel vault. You may also want to know we have a silent stand-by generator. Oh, by the way, we have installed a green sewage system. WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU!
Central hotel maintains by people who care and love their property.
Reviewed By Discover13738491194It is well located hotel in the center of El Nido. The hotel is shiny, planned to last details, for the guests convince. The room is big enough as well as the bathroom... I felt like home... we had early flight they prepare for us nice breakfast.
7. Cadlao Resort & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 629 reviews
Cadlao Resort & Restaurant gives its guests a unique hideaway with the ultimate pleasures. Travelers come from all around the world, from over 50 countries and counting, to this paradise nestled in El Nido, Palawan, Philippines. Here they feast on the most sumptuous international cuisine, in what has been known as the best restaurant in El Nido. Here they enjoy the best view of the biggest island in Bacuit Bay, Cadlao island, adrift in the blue waters of the South China Sea. Cadlao, in the local Cuyunin dialect, means "laughing". Come to Cadlao Resort & Restaurant to savor the sweetest smiles you'll ever have in your traveling life.
Beautiful resort and beyond accomodating management
Reviewed By Mark SI needed a place to stay that would allow me to work on my laptop during Canadian business hours. This meant I needed a quiet place with good wifi. I explained my situation and the resort manager Sid went above and beyond to set me up with an ideal space. He also helped me test the wifi speed and it was faster than I get at home even! I am grateful that I had a chance to stay in this excellent resort. The food is easily some of the best in all of El Nido. One of the greatest charms of the resort is that its location is removed from the loud and busy El Nido center. It has well manicured gardens, beautiful mature trees, exceptional views, soothing pools and very comfortable rooms. If you're uncomfortable catching a trike and being driven across a stretch of shoreline and past the area's cemetary and you want to be right in the middle of El Nido then this resort isn't for you. But if you want a really beautiful, classy and homey experience then this place is awesome!
8. Last Frontier Beach Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 208 reviews
We are a small boutique hotel located in the heart of Corong Corong — the ‘sunset side’ of El Nido. Here, just a few minutes from El Nido town, you can truly unwind amongst the natural tropical beauty in one of the most beautiful places in the world. All of our cottages and suites feature beautiful views of the stunning Bacuit Bay, and during your stay you are almost guaranteed to witness a mind-blowing sunset that everyone talks about. At Last Frontier Beach Resort, we focus on quality, not quantity, to ensure a peaceful relaxing experience for all of our guests. To respect the privacy and tranquility of our resort, we kindly request no children allowed. We strive to create a memorable, romantic experience during your holiday with us.
Checked all the boxes for a great stay
Reviewed By MDM00001We stayed for 4 nights in May 2022 and had a great time (just returned). The resort is very well maintained, the food was great, and the service from the staff was EXCELLENT. To be clear, this is not a typical 5-star resort with hundreds of rooms, 24-hour room service, and lots of tourists. It is a romantic hideaway with fantastic air-conditioned cabins/rooms with no phones (love that), wonderful modern bathrooms, great beds, good Wi-Fi, lovely views, easy access to town, and a staff that will go out of their way to help you. Do you want to unwind and be romantic with a loved one, then you want to stay at the Last Frontier!
9. EL Nido Moringa Resort
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 41 reviews
May 2-6 stay
Reviewed By jobelleb459I booked a one night stay for three deluxe patio rooms for my family from May 2-3, 2022 at the El Nido Moringa resort and this was followed by another booking for a three night stay in their sister company, the El Nido Coco resort from May 3-6, 2022. Since we were out on an island hopping tour on the day of May 3, I asked El Nido moringa staff if they could kindly transfer our bags to El Nido Coco resort as we won’t be in town during check in and check out hours. They graciously agreed to my request. On May 4 however, I found out that I left my jacket in the El Nido moringa resorts closet. I found out at the same time that my niece also left her jacket in the same spot. I had asked for them to kindly please give it back to me and they said they were going to find out where it is and would let me know of an update. Me and my sister went to the Almeda Coco front desk multiple times that day, May 4 2022, in order to follow up on our missing items. Take note that it was the El Nido resort staff the transferred our things from Moringa to Coco. Since the breakfast Daly was served at moringa, I had a chance to follow up again on the morning of May 5 and at this point they had told me that their housekeeping team did not see any other jackets there. I found this impossible as I walked in to the resort on May 2 with a jacket, and so did my niece. I asked that they please investigate on the issue. They said they would. On the night of May 5, I again followed up with the front desk at Coco resort, and they could not help me once again. I spoke with their manager during check out on May 6, and brought up my concern regarding the issue. As the incident happened on our second day in Palawan, it was very frustrating that they could not locate it when in fact we were all still there in the vicinity of the resort. With made it worse was that their staff were the ones who moved our items from Moringa to Coco.I feel like the investigation could have been done better, and that there should have been a better recording of housekeeping duties on moringa’s end. The staff made it sound like I and my niece walked in without a jacket at all. This was extremely disappointing. This made me not trust the hotel along with all its employees. If it’s a simple jacket like mine and my nieces could be lost or stolen this way, then how much more for other even more valuable items? If it has happened to me, then it will happen to other guests, that I am sure off. Also, the wifi in both hotels need improvement. It barely worked for our group. I honestly would not want to check back in to this hotel/resort.
10. Matinloc Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 266 reviews
Blessed with beautiful natural sceneries, Matinloc Resort is located in Matinloc Island, Palawan, Philippines. Matinloc Resort is attracting attention for the best spot for family vacations as well as business meetings. This family-friendly resort takes enjoyment to the fullest with premium guestrooms with ocean view, along with private beach, extensive pools, luxurious massage facility, beach-side restaurant, bar, conference room, gym, and library equipped with not only books and computers but also recreation facilities Various marine sports to enjoy on the private beach and the resort's exclusive boat to explore the islands of Palio Sea guarantee Matinloc Resort as the best place to enjoy Palawan's attractions.
Excellent all around
Reviewed By paolocQ8936XIFirst trip post pandemic and all I can say is that Matinloc is excellent. The staff are friendly and helpful while the food is so delicious. Every order and every bite is worth it and leaves you wanting more. At Matinloc, you feel well taken care of due to the people and the views found in the resort are sights to behold. I guess small negatives would be that the room we stayed in had a few problems but the staff were quick to address these once you tell them so. The wifi can also be inconsistent but wasn’t a big problem. Overall, Matinloc Resort is worth every penny and would love to come back here again.
