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The Best Hotels In El Nido, Palawan: Cheap to Luxury Hotels

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Best Places To Stay In El Nido, Palawan – Hotels Review

Thinking to travel to the Philippines, and planning to stay in El Nido?
Congratulations!
You’re about to arrive one of the most beautiful destinations on earth!
Finding the best hotel in El-Nido isn’t easy as you think…

Let me help you and introduce you to the El Nido Hotels Scene and help you to find where to stay in El Nido.. 🙂

Table of Contents – Best Hotels in El Nido, Palawan

El Nido Areas
1. El Nido Resorts
2. El Nido Mahogany
3. Coco Resort
4. Qi Palawan
5. El Nido Bayview Hotel
6. Rosanna’s Pension
More Hotels in El Nido

Where to stay in El Nido | El Nido Best Hotels Review

Best Hotel is El Nido Palawan - Review of the Best Hotels to stay in

There are many places to see and tour in El Nido, you probably want to stay there for around a week (depends on the weather) to be able to enjoy everything this amazing place has to offer.

Over the past few years, more and more restaurants, attractions, shops, and hotels are popping, as more tourists are visiting El Nido.

However, El Nido hasn’t developed fast enough to serve the capacity of the tourists.
Therefore, this is the most important tip for you, if you about to visit El Nido:

Book Early!

When you plan to visit El-Nido, try to book a hotel as soon as you know the dates of your stay (at least 3-5 weeks in advance, even more, if you’re looking for the best and top-rated hotels in El Nido – and there are no many of them).

Yes, also if you are traveling to El Nido during off-season… I can tell myself after being there a few months ago.


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Best Areas to Stay in El Nido

There are a few areas you can stay in El Nido, which depends on your preferences, and travel purposes:

  • El Nido Town – the heart of the town, where you can find many hotels, restaurants, and places to rent scooters.
    You can easily book island hopping tour from the many tour operators that available here.
  • Corong Corong – 10 minutes from El Nido town, this beach is less crowded and you can find more comfortable hotels. Not much to do here.
    Island hopping is usually going out from this beach (don’t worry if you don’t stay in this area, probably a shuttle will be included once you’re booking any tour).
  • Marimegmeg Beach – This beach is developing over time, and along a wide piece of stretched, beach you can find a few restaurants and lounges lying to the beach.
    You can get here with a short tricycle ride from the town – ~12 minutes, 150 php.
  • Las Cabanas beach – Located just near Marimegmeg Beach, This is a great place to relax.
  • Private Islands – More and more hotels are offering a unique experience of a private island, which you can book and stay for a few days.

El Nido offers a wide selection of accommodation for all budgets. The fact is that there are more cheap hotels to stay (especially in the town), which is great for backpackers and budget travelers.

If you’re looking for more spacious or high-class and even luxury places to stay, you can find them too, however, there is a limited selection, therefore I suggest booking ahead.

Best Place to Stay in El nido in El Nido – 2019

These hotels are not necessarily cheap comparing to other hotels in the town, but they are providing the best value for your money, as we experienced.

El Nido Resorts

This hotel is absoloutly one of the best hotels in El Nido (or anywhere else in Southeast Asia…)

Now, if you traveling on a high budget, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND checking one of El Nido Resorts, which each one of then (four) is located on private islands.
These resorts are expensive and don’t fit most of the travelers budget, but I can say it was an amazing and unforgettable experience for us.

best hotel in el nido, Pangulasian Resort ,El Nido resorts, Palawan, Philippines © Shachar | @GoingOOO
The view from Panuglasian pool

This is the perfect place to celebrate a honeymoon, take a proposal or just celebrating any other occasion.
YOU WON’T REGRET IT! (although your bank manager might be)

El Nido Pangulasian Resort | where to stay in El Nido Palawan

Pro’s

  • Super warm staff
  • Eco-friendly
  • Unforgettable
  • Private Island
  • High variety of animals on the island
  • Great breakfast
  • All sports activities are included (kayaking, snorkeling, lagoon tours)
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Check prices: Pangulasian Island

Miniloc Island, Lagen Island

El Nido Resorts Official Website

El Nido Pangulasian Resort - bathroom, Best places to stay in El Nido
Canopy Room, Pangulasian Island – Bathroom

El Nido Mahogany – Corong-Corong

Mahogany Resort established in 2015 and located in Corong-Corong beach just a few meters from the water.
They offer spacious and cozy cottages and villas, that are well designed and comfortable.

Corong-Corong Beach during low tide, just in front of Mahogany Resort:

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Low tide in El Nido Island. From here the boats are sailing to island hopping tours, every day 🏝🌞 #lowtide #tide #elnido #boat #outofoffice

A post shared by Going OOO (@going.ooo) on Feb 22, 2017 at 1:20pm PST

Pro’s

  • big, spacious villas/bungalows
  • tranquility and sumptuous garden
  • large private balcony
  • located just near the beach
  • Amazin Sunset view

Con’s

  • although it’s located just on the beach, it’s hard to swim in this area due to the low tide.
  • 15 minutes walking to the town

Rooms: 7
Check prices: Mahogany Beach Resort

Booking.com

Coco Resort – Corong-Corong

You can read here my previous post, Coco Resort Review.
Coco resort is located just a few meters from Mahogany in Corong-Corong beach.
Both hotels are quite new, and so their facilities.

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#elnido #disruptingpalawan

A post shared by Lester (@lestersualog) on Nov 1, 2016 at 1:58am PDT

Pro’s

  • Hotel rooms and facilities are new
  • garden, relaxing resort
  • Delicious breakfast
  • Big Balcony, with fan

Con’s

  • Poor WiFi (to be honest it’s a common problem in the town)
  • a little bit pricey, but comparing other hotels – but worth it

Rooms: 8

Check Coco Resort Prices

Booking.com

Qi Palawan

If you’re looking to escape the crowd – you definitely need to consider Qi Palawan, which is considered as a true pearl in the Island.

Qi Palawan is located in San Fernando town on the northeastern coast of Palawan approximately 60 minutes from El Nido town and 50 minutes from El Nido airport (not Puerto Princesa Airpot).

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Just had a wonderful stay @qipalawan Check them out guys😊 Every staff member we encountered here was over the top helpful and friendly. I super love this resort❤ #qipalawan #elnido #palawan #philippines

A post shared by explore with me (@ica.adore) on Sep 16, 2018 at 9:48pm PDT

The beachfront hotel operates just 8 cottages, and it’s just the perfect place to get away and explore the beach or just relaxing and experiencing Palawan, in a not-touristy way (as much as possible).

Pro’s

  • Quite and private stay – couple’s popular choice
  • A beachfront hotel with a private beach area
  • Clean, comfortable and spacious cottages
  • High rated restaurant
  • Welcoming stuff
  • member of Zero Carbon Resorts

Check Qi Palawan Prices

Booking.com

El Nido Bayview Hotel

Bayview hotel is located in Barangay Corong-Corong, and to get there; you need to take a tricycle of rent scooters. (7 min)
The panoramic view from the hotel is breathtaking! And a perfect place to escape from the town of El Nido.

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Люблю путешествия за восхитительные виды 😍😍😍 Проснулся, открыл глаза, ещё лежишь на кровати, а перед тобой уже открываются виды, от которых не оторвать глаз 😍❤️🏝🌊 мммммм…… #кайф #приятноепробуждение #доброеутро☀️ #прекрасныйдень #эльнидо #палаван #красота #вокругнас #отель #видзавораживает #bayviewhotelelnido #elnido #palavan #haveaniceday #остров #отпуск #treveling

A post shared by • Инна • (@inna_z__) on Nov 17, 2017 at 9:15pm PST

Pro’s

  • Fantastic view!
  • Excellent breakfast
  • Recommended booking the Seaview room
  • Great staff

Con’s

  • Need to take lot of stairs to get the rooms
  • Tricycle is required whenever you want to get to the town

Rooms: 20

Check prices: Bayview Resort

Booking.com

Slide to see more photos of Bayview Hotel:


Rosanna’s Pension

Rosanna's Pension Blacony with breakfast | el nido best hotels Review

This is a budget hotel, located just in the town of El Nido, few minutes of walking from the main road and the restaurants.

The prices are low comparing to other places in the town, and so the accommodations quality, but the view from the balcony (2nd floor) is priceless, plus they serve an excellent breakfast.

Rosanna’s Pension can be a great place to stay if anyway you’re not planning to stay in the room too much…

Pro’s

  • Cheap
  • Lovely view from the balcony
  • Delicious breakfast
  • Great Location

Con’s

  • Rooms are dark, not enough light
  • Not a spoiling hotel, but providing a great option to low budget travelers

Check prices: Booking.com

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View from Rosanna's Pension Room, El Nido Palawan
Rosanna’s Pension – Great view from the balcony

Other Hotels in El Nido

More places to stay, which we didn’t stay and can’t review:

Budget hotels:

  • Spin Designer Hostel
  • Bucana beachfront guesthouse
  • Cabanas de Nacpan Camping Resort

Mid-range Hotels:

  • Garden Bay Beach Resort El Nido
  • Panorama Resort
  • Balai Adlao

High Budget Hotels and Resorts:

  • Vellago Resort
  • Cauayan Island Resort and Spa
  • Matinloc Resort

Have you been to El Nido? Which hotel in El Nido do you recommend?
Please share with me in the comments below how was your experience!


Traveling to El Nido?
Check my quick and the only guide you need for Island Hopping in El Nido:

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19 comments
  1. Carol says:
    May 1, 2017 at 3:09 pm

    Beautiful photos! I visited Philippines back in 2010 but never made it to El Nido- surely I’ll have to head back, and will check one of these hotels!

    Reply
    1. Shachar says:
      May 2, 2017 at 9:09 am

      Hi Carol,

      El Nido is one of the most beautiful places I’ve been to, yet it still developing so I believe more and more tourists will visit there.

      Shachar

      Reply
  2. Andre says:
    November 28, 2017 at 9:20 am

    El Nido resorts! wow, STUNNING!

    Reply
    1. Shachar says:
      June 2, 2018 at 6:06 am

      Hi Andre,

      Pangulasian is definitely a real heaven! I could live there.
      I would try to look for deals on their website as they offer discounts from time to time to “early birds” and honeymooners.
      Enjoy your stay in El Nido!

      Reply
  3. Dima says:
    May 26, 2018 at 11:59 am

    Thanks for sharing, I thought there are no decent hotels in Palawan..
    I guess I was wrong 🙂

    Reply
    1. Shachar says:
      June 2, 2018 at 6:04 am

      Hi Dima!
      If you like beaches aside nature you have to travel to The Philippines, particularly El Nido!
      Safe travel!

      Reply
  4. Danny says:
    May 28, 2018 at 9:27 am

    Great hotels list!
    I agree most value for money hotels are Coco & Mahogany. If you have more budget defiantly need to check El Nido resorts.

    Reply
    1. Shachar says:
      July 13, 2018 at 10:02 am

      Hi Danny,

      thanks for commenting, have a safe travel!

      Reply
  5. Fabian says:
    May 29, 2018 at 9:42 am

    Great post! el nido resorts are like a dream..

    Reply
  6. Sean says:
    July 13, 2018 at 9:52 am

    El Nido looks awesome, can’t wait to get there!
    Thanks for the reviews and the tips.

    Reply
    1. Shachar says:
      October 20, 2018 at 6:27 am

      I wish you an amazing time in Palawan!

      Reply
  7. Natalie says:
    October 13, 2018 at 7:18 am

    El Nido resort are defiantly among the best places to stay in el nido, for those who traveling with high budget.
    When we stayed in El Nido we had the chance to stay in few resorts in the town, which were great. I recommend on Coco resort for those who want to stay close to the town but still have a quit and private stay.

    Reply
    1. Shachar says:
      October 20, 2018 at 6:08 am

      Totally agree.
      After all, you’ll enjoy El Nido wherever you’ll choose to stay.

      Reply
  8. Kim says:
    October 26, 2018 at 5:33 am

    What is the best way to get from Manila to El Nido?

    Reply
    1. Shachar says:
      October 27, 2018 at 6:26 am

      Hi Kim, the easiest way to get El Nido from Manila is to take a flight to Puerto Princesa (I know that Cebu Pacific and Philippines Airlines have daily flights) which takes around 01:30 hours.

      Reply
  9. Alfredo says:
    October 27, 2018 at 6:09 am

    We just came back from a week in El Nido, after traveling and snorkeling many places in the world, I must El Nido is one of the most beautiful.
    We took tour C and the conditions were perfect.

    Reply
  10. Laura says:
    November 6, 2018 at 9:17 pm

    Do you think 4 days will be enough for El Nido?
    We’re short with time and not sure if it’s worth getting there for just few nights.

    Reply
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