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Frendz Hostel El Nido

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7.6km from city centre - Show on Map
9.3
Superb 244
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
US$23.73

Great location in the centre of El Nido with rooftop swimming pool - newly opened in March 2019... More...

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Outpost Beach Hostel

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8.5km from city centre - Show on Map
9.3
Superb 1507
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$9.89

A fun and social hostel located on El Nido's sunset beach. It’s all about comfort and being part of the lively vibe that is set at Outpost Beach Hostel!... More...

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Mad Monkey Nacpan Beach

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12.2km from city centre - Show on Map
9.3
Superb 1102
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
US$19.58

Featuring an all-native hostel, beach bar, and restaurant, Mad Monkey Hostel Nacpan is your perfect beach (party) escape in the Philippines.... More...

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Big Paul Hostel

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8.1km from city centre - Show on Map
8.9
Fabulous 186
  • Wonderful Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free Breakfast
US$17.80

Big Paul Hostel is closed to the beach.... More...

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Spin Designer Hostel

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7.6km from city centre - Show on Map
9.3
Superb 353
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$19.78

Spin Designer Hostel is your ideal base when exploring northern Palawan.

Aside from our handsomely designed facilities and well-thought of spaces, we have free WiFi, brekky, tour arrangements and... More...

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Kame House Backpackers

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7.9km from city centre - Show on Map
9.1
Superb 146
  • Wonderful Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$17.80

Kame House Backpackers is closed to the Beach.... More...

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El Nido One Hostel

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7.9km from city centre - Show on Map
7.9
Very good 38
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
US$10.47

El Nido One Hostel is centrally located in El Nido.... More...

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Lexias El Nido

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9.2km from city centre - Show on Map
8.4
Fabulous 12
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$13.84

Located in El Nido, Lexias El Nido features a bar and shared lounge, as well as a restaurant.... More...

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Where 2 Next - Nacpan

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11.7km from city centre - Show on Map
8.4
Fabulous 277
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$7.91

Where2 Next El Nido is the ideal place for you if you prefer the country side and want to experience how the locals of El Nido live. Fairly remote with two beautiful beaches a few minutes away.... More...

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Coco Garden Villas

Bed and Breakfast
7.8km from city centre - Show on Map
9.1
Superb 32
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free Breakfast
US$9.89

Coco Garden Villas is located in El Nido.... More...

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Happiness Hostel

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8.1km from city centre - Show on Map
9.7
Superb 46
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$24.37

Happiness Hostel is located in El Nido.... More...

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Sun Valley Inn

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7km from city centre - Show on Map
8.2
Fabulous 5
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
US$3.95

Sun Valley Inn is near destinations of your choice which include Small Lagoon El Nido, Matinloc Shrine and Caalan Beach.... More...

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Erlittop Garden Eco Lodge

Bed and Breakfast
12.4km from city centre - Show on Map
8.9
Fabulous 66
  • Wonderful Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$5.93

Erlittop Garden opened in December 2016 to offer travellers a relaxing experience in Sibaltan, a hidden fishing village in Northern Palawan. PLEASE NOTE WE ARE ONE HOUR AWAY FROM EL NIDO TOWN.... More...

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Big Mike 2

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8km from city centre - Show on Map
7.6
Very good 98
  • Perfect Location
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$9.89

Big Mike 2 is located in El Nido.... More...

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Austria's Guesthouse and Restaurant

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8.1km from city centre - Show on Map
5.4
Rating 234
  • Wonderful Location
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$7.91

The Hostel has souvenir centers, convenient stores, tour booking office, tattoo and Massage shop. Austria’s Guesthouse provides 16 guestrooms with Air-conditioned Dorm for both males and females... More...

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Dandal Bay View

Bed and Breakfast
11.8km from city centre - Show on Map
8.4
Fabulous 70
  • Perfect Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
US$16.81

Don't you like crowded places? You love beautiful beaches? Then Dandal bay view is something for you!... More...

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Bed and Breakfast

Bacuit Lodge

Bed and Breakfast
7.9km from city centre - Show on Map
7.6
Very good 2
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$8.62

Bacuit Lodge accommodation is simple and offers the local experience.... More...

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King's Landing Hostel El Nido

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8.1km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$12.86

Located 400 m from Big Lagoon El Nido, you can have lots of fun at Kings Landing Hostel.... More...

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MG Chateau Hotel

Hotel
11.6km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
US$22.94

Situated in El Nido, MG Chateau Hotel offered private rooms with private Bathroom and hot shower.... More...

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Bed and Breakfast

Aquings Place

Bed and Breakfast
8.3km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$13.19

Located in Buena Suerte, Aquings Place is a basic accommodation with free WiFi.... More...

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Bed and Breakfast

Laule'a Hostel El Nido

Bed and Breakfast
8km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free Breakfast
US$15.82

Laule a Hostel offers to be your homey and comfy partner while exploring, socializing, travelling and journeying around El Nido, Palawan.... More...

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Pawikan Hostel El Nido

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8.2km from city centre - Show on Map
6.1
Good 7
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$13.84

Pawikan Hostel El Nido is in the center of El Nido.... More...

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The Cavern Pod Hostel & Specialty Cafe

Hotel
7.9km from city centre - Show on Map
9.4
Superb 5
  • Wonderful Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$21.36

The Cavern Pod Art Hostel & Specialty Cafe provides guests with a unique, comfortable, clean, secure, and pleasurable stay... More...

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Bed and Breakfast

Tapik Beach Park Guest House

Bed and Breakfast
12.8km from city centre - Show on Map
10.0
Superb 19
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$4.37

Tapik Beach Park is a guest house located in Barangay Sibaltan on the eastern coast of El Nido municipali... More...

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Island Hop Nido Hostel

Hostel
7.1km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 22
Free WiFi
US$14.83

Island Hop Nido Hostel is definitely bigger and better but still remains homey and affordable for everyone.... More...

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Campsite

Harmony Healing Resort

Campsite
19.7km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
US$5.69

Harmony Healing Resort is situated in El Nido, within 32 km of Big Lagoon El Nido.... More...

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Mina Grande Beach Cottages

Hostel
7.9km from city centre - Show on Map
5.7
Rating 50
US$7.15

Guests can choose from different rooms and cottages, all of which emanate an atmosphere of total peace and harmony. The hostel offers fantastic beachfront scenery, including refreshing garden lobby to... More...

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Located on the northernmost point of Palawan Island, El Nido is your gateway to the heart-stopping beauty of the Bacuit Archipelago. The dazzling clarity of the teal waters and towering limestone cliffs contrast against the somewhat haphazard buildings of the town. El Nido is less westernised than other well-known spots in Southeast Asia, making it both a thrilling discovery and, at times, an adventurous challenge. The prize? Unspoiled views, truly wild marine life and an up-and-coming party scene. 

There are El Nido hostels right on the sand, some with beach bars and restaurants for watching the sunset with a cold beer. For a party, stay in an El Nido hostel with resident DJs and visiting musicians. A hostel with a campfire on a quiet beach can be just the thing for a peaceful retreat. As with many growing destinations, comforts like hot showers and always-on electricity won't be available everywhere, though you will find hostels in El Nido that pride themselves on having such luxuries. Check out the best hostels in El Nido here.

The municipality of El Nido has 18 barangarays (neighbourhoods). The liveliest is Maligaya, or Zone I, which is where most of the hostels are. This is where to come for a party, plus the white sands, azure ocean, bars and restaurants of Las Cabanas beach are just a walk away. 45 accessible islands promise natural wonders – you'll find glittering lagoons around Miniloc Island, and Snake Island is easily recognised by its S-shaped sandbar and untouched beaches.

El Nido's main attractions are its marine wildlife, geological formations and inviting waters. Snorkellers are spoilt for choice around Bacuit Bay, and experienced divers can try the Dilumacad Underwater Tunnel – 40 metres of colourful coral and schools of fish. For something unique, steal away to Matinloc Island's secret lagoon. Its soft shore and tranquil waters can only be reached by swimming through a small hole in the towering karst cliffs that hide the beach from view. Prefer to stay on land? You can hike up Taraw Peak for unrivalled views of mountains, sea and sky. 

If you're flying in internationally, you'll likely need to catch a connection from Manila to Palawan's Puerto Princesa International Airport. From there it's a twisty six hour drive via shared minivan to El Nido itself. Buses are cheaper but the trip can be up to 3hrs longer. You'll arrive at Corong Corong bus station, and the town is a short tricycle ride from there.

Top rated hostels in El Nido

We have 27 hostels in El Nido with an average rating of 8.4 based on 288 reviews 27 of 27 properties available in El Nido

About El Nido

Located on the northernmost point of Palawan Island, El Nido is your gateway to the heart-stopping beauty of the Bacuit Archipelago. The dazzling clarity of the teal waters and towering limestone cliffs contrast against the somewhat haphazard buildings of the town. El Nido is less westernised than other well-known spots in Southeast Asia, making it both a thrilling discovery and, at times, an adventurous challenge. The prize? Unspoiled views, truly wild marine life and an up-and-coming party scene. 

There are El Nido hostels right on the sand, some with beach bars and restaurants for watching the sunset with a cold beer. For a party, stay in an El Nido hostel with resident DJs and visiting musicians. A hostel with a campfire on a quiet beach can be just the thing for a peaceful retreat. As with many growing destinations, comforts like hot showers and always-on electricity won't be available everywhere, though you will find hostels in El Nido that pride themselves on having such luxuries. Check out the best hostels in El Nido here.

The municipality of El Nido has 18 barangarays (neighbourhoods). The liveliest is Maligaya, or Zone I, which is where most of the hostels are. This is where to come for a party, plus the white sands, azure ocean, bars and restaurants of Las Cabanas beach are just a walk away. 45 accessible islands promise natural wonders – you'll find glittering lagoons around Miniloc Island, and Snake Island is easily recognised by its S-shaped sandbar and untouched beaches.

El Nido's main attractions are its marine wildlife, geological formations and inviting waters. Snorkellers are spoilt for choice around Bacuit Bay, and experienced divers can try the Dilumacad Underwater Tunnel – 40 metres of colourful coral and schools of fish. For something unique, steal away to Matinloc Island's secret lagoon. Its soft shore and tranquil waters can only be reached by swimming through a small hole in the towering karst cliffs that hide the beach from view. Prefer to stay on land? You can hike up Taraw Peak for unrivalled views of mountains, sea and sky. 

If you're flying in internationally, you'll likely need to catch a connection from Manila to Palawan's Puerto Princesa International Airport. From there it's a twisty six hour drive via shared minivan to El Nido itself. Buses are cheaper but the trip can be up to 3hrs longer. You'll arrive at Corong Corong bus station, and the town is a short tricycle ride from there.

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