Where to stay in El Nido

El Nido

Staying in El Nido town offers guests a wide variety of beautiful accommodations to choose from, including luxury resorts, eco-friendly hotels, and boutique hotels. The stunning stretch of coastline in El Nido is dotted with great places to stay that offer guests some excellent views of the beautiful beaches, and many overlooking the magnificent blue waters of the South China Sea. There are hotels and resorts here that suit every guest's budget and preferences. El Nido town has some great dining and entertainment options, and Palawan Island offers some excellent sightseeing. There are some affordable hotels in the Town Proper area of El Nido town. Many resorts in the El Nido area have full amenities a lot of them include onsite restaurants and bars as well as swimming pools, and some boast spas. 

Lagen Island

Lagen Island is an exclusive private island in El Nido, it is home to the amazing Lagen Island Resort. This spectacular tropical island can be reached via a 50-minute boat ride from El Nido. The luxury resort is nestled in a charming, secluded cove bordered by thick, verdant forests and a calm, shallow lagoon. This is the perfect destination for those holidaygoers seeking a serene private island getaway. The newly renovated high-end resort boasts 42 well-appointed, spacious guest rooms, including overwater cottages that are on stilts and connected by boardwalks, as well as beachfront cottages, forest rooms, and exclusive Forest Suites. The Nest is set at the heart of the resort, a new two-level spa complex that features a “reflection pond”, a gym, a yoga studio, a relaxation lounge, a watsu pool, hot and cold plunge pools, a steam room, and a sauna. Guests can enjoy observing local wildlife on the property, swimming with tropical marine life, exploring the forests, hiking, snorkeling, diving, kayaking, and windsurfing. The resort boasts an outdoor swimming pool and a clubhouse for meals and refreshments. 

Miniloc Island

Miniloc Island is located in El Nido, a rustic, charming hideaway home to the luxurious Miniloc Island Resort. The secluded private island and beach resort serve as an ideal base for guests seeking a relaxed, peaceful beachfront vacation. The island is a great place to explore Bacuit Bay and its renowned attractions, such as the Big and Small Lagoons and Snake Island. Miniloc Island Resort is tucked away in a stunning, secluded cove that is surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and a vibrant coral reef. It is known for its high biodiversity.  The all-inclusive coastal village resort offers guests 47 cottages and rooms that are built in traditional Filipino style with thatched roofs and furnished with indigenous Filipino materials. Many of the rooms are over-the-water bungalows, some are beachfront, and others are nestled amongst the gardens. 

Pangulasian Island

Pangulasian Island is El Nido’s most luxurious resort, set fronting a pristine beach, against the backdrop of a tropical, verdant rainforest. Pangulasian is also known as the “Island of the Sun” and offers guests breathtaking views during sunrise and sunset from the wide stretch of white sand beach. The Pangulasian Island Resort is the most exclusive of all 4 of El Nido’s resorts, it boasts 42 deluxe accommodations built with contemporary Filipino and cutting-edge “green” design with luxurious amenities and impeccable service. The stunning resort features 8 canopy villas perched on stilts above the forest, 24 beach villas, and 6 private pool villas. Additional resort facilities include a boutique, a library, a restaurant and bar, an infinity pool, a beach bar, a gym, a spa, a scuba shack, hiking trails, a viewing deck, and a marine sports center.