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The 10 Best Hostels in El Nido, Philippines

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Set in El Nido, 1.4 km from Corong Corong Beach and 19.8 km from Nacpan Beach, Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido is a hip hostel that features a shared kitchen with barbecue facility, a games room, and a common terrace with views surrounded by a lush forest. WiFi is free throughout the property.

We were so enjoy spent the time with employee at the reception, cause the typhoon trapped us so that we can’t go to any tours~ The location in spin is so good! We are so like here, the hostel also provide breakfast, with nice coffee and meals which was nice!

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9
Superb
890 reviews
Price from
¥3,529
per night

Frendz Hostel El Nido is located in El Nido, 100 metres from El Nido Beach and 600 metres from Caalan Beach. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 1-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy Italian and Mexican dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar.

I liked everything about this hostel. This hostel is fun, the staff are very nice, the location is great!! And if you like to socialize this is the place to be. Every evening everyone comes to this hostel to drink before they go to the party

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8.7
Fabulous
1,103 reviews
Price from
¥4,378
per night

Happiness Hostel El Nido features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in El Nido. Located around a few steps from El Nido Beach, the hostel is also 1.1 km away from Caalan Beach. The hostel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

Outstanding hostel with meticulous attention to detail. Clean rooms, and even in the dormitory, privacy is ensured with beds featuring sliding doors. Nights were quiet. Thoughtful amenities include lighting, sockets, and lockers by each bed. The bathroom is fragrant with incense, and the addition of music enhances comfort and privacy. Downstairs they serve absolutely delicious food—we had both dinners and breakfasts, always satisfied. Hostel guests receive a discount on breakfast, and the menu offers numerous vegetarian options. It stands out as one of the best restaurants we encountered in the Philippines. The ambiance is elevated with excellent music and live DJ in the evenings. The hostel offers various events like beach moon parties and game nights. The staff is friendly, contributing to a good atmosphere overall. Highly recommend this place!

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8.8
Fabulous
973 reviews
Price from
¥2,997
per night

Situated in El Nido, 100 metres from Corong Corong Beach, Kame House Hostel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a bar, the property is located within less than 1 km of Lapus Lapus Beach. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

Location: 9/10 - slightly away from the main area which is good because it means its not too noisy, only 5 minutes away by scooter which makes it convenient Staff: all the staff were great, helpful in arranging tours and scooter rental, very hassle free. Met the Spanish owner as well he was a cook guy and made sure everything was having a good time. Cleanliness: 10/10 - very clean hostel, saw the staff several times cleaning different areas multiple times a day Facilities: 10/10, big bathrooms with many toilets showers and sinks, all well maintained

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8.2
Very good
365 reviews
Price from
¥2,584
per night

Set in El Nido, 1.9 km from Bucana Beach, Surf and Skate Duli El Nido By Kiteclub Palawan offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The accommodation provides a private beach area, as well as a restaurant and a bar. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.

The nearest airport is El Nido Airport, 19 km from the hostel.

Very good place to relax people are really kind and Happy people.

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8.8
Fabulous
59 reviews
Price from
¥1,216
per night

Set in El Nido, in the southern sector of Corong-Corong Beach, Outpost Beach Hostel features a sun terrace and views of the sea and the most beautiful sunsets. Guests can enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant and drinks at the bar. Free WiFi access is available in the public areas.

Everything is great! I love stayed there! The staff have very good approach, super friendly and helpful. Super clean and the rooms are very comfortable. They provided a private tour C for only guests from Outpost, which was the best ever trip!

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8.8
Fabulous
31 reviews
Price from
¥2,497
per night

Set in El Nido and with El Nido Beach reachable within a few steps, Bangka Hostels offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The accommodation provides room service, an ATM and currency exchange for guests.

Right at the beach and in the center of town, very friendly host that helped me with my bus and scuba diving trip, good beds with personal light and curtains, and nice vibe in the bar

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6.5
Review score
106 reviews
Price from
¥2,310
per night

All guest rooms at the hostel come with a seating area. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet, the units at Lolo Panding Inn have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms come with a terrace. At the accommodation every room includes bed linen and towels.

good value for money can be noisy due to being by street. but you're also walking diatance from everything important, and 1min away from the main hypermarket of the city which is a very nice plus :)

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7.5
Good
172 reviews
Price from
¥4,514
per night

Situated in El Nido, ALOCASIA HOSTEL provides accommodation with balconies. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

Great location and price. The room was clean and the staff are great. They were helpful! They also help with tour booking and transportation and snorkeling gear rentals.

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7.2
Good
210 reviews
Price from
¥6,156
per night

Lexias Hostel and Workspace - El Nido features an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in El Nido. Featuring a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around a few steps from Marimegmeg Beach and around 1.7 km from Corong Corong Beach. The air-conditioned rooms provide a sea view and come with a wardrobe and free WiFi.

There is a bunch of pros with this property. I will try to list them in mixed order: the best sea view you could possibly get in El Nido, A/C in the rooms, spacious beds with privacy curtains, a co-working space with fast internet, swimming pool, billiard, hot water & electricity are stable throughout the day, laundry service. And, last but not least, a fantastic receptionist, always attentive to the guests' needs (she even offered to medicate my wound wow), and the cafe/restaurant where I spent endless time chilling out and tasting various delicacies (please try the chicken curry, best I tried in my life!). I really can't wait to return!

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6.6
Review score
149 reviews
Price from
¥2,736
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Outpost Beach Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 31 reviews

    Set in El Nido, in the southern sector of Corong-Corong Beach, Outpost Beach Hostel features a sun terrace and views of the sea and the most beautiful sunsets.

    Le personnel etait super !!! Quelle belle expérience!

  • Alocasia Hostel
    Budget options available
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 210 reviews

    Situated in El Nido, ALOCASIA HOSTEL provides accommodation with balconies. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

    Nothing to complain. Clean room and friendly staff.

  • Lexias Hostel and Workspace - El Nido
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 149 reviews

    Lexias Hostel and Workspace - El Nido features an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in El Nido.

    Lovely views and very helpful and accommodating staff

  • Laule'a Hostel
    Budget options available
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 184 reviews

    Located in El Nido, 200 metres from El Nido Beach, Laule'a Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

    Zimmer war etwas klein, aber für eine Nacht vollkommen ausreichend.

  • Mad Monkey Hostel Nacpan Beach
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 449 reviews

    Located in Nacpan Beach, 16.6 km from El Nido, Mad Monkey Hostel Nacpan Beach features a tour service. This beachfront property also boasts a restaurant and a bar that plays music until late at night.

    made at the moment with really fresh ingredients:)

  • RedDoorz Bunakidz Lodge El Nido Palawan
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 161 reviews

    Offering a terrace and views of the city, RedDoorz Bunakidz Lodge El Nido Palawan is located in El Nido, Palawan, a 3-minute walk to the bayside.

    la propreté le petit déjeuner copieux le personnel

  • Jodie's Place Hostel
    Budget options available

    Situated in El Nido, Luzon region, Jodie's Place Hostel is set 1.1 km from Caalan Beach.

  • Tanawin
    Budget options available
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    Tanawin is located in El Nido. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in El Nido

  • Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 889 reviews

    Set in El Nido, 1.4 km from Corong Corong Beach and 19.8 km from Nacpan Beach, Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido is a hip hostel that features a shared kitchen with barbecue facility, a games room, and a...

    Very nice place . Very comfy beds . Nice and early breakfast .

  • Lazy Juan Beach House Nacpan
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Set within 200 metres of Calitang Beach, Lazy Juan Beach House Nacpan in El Nido features a number of amenities including a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Kame House Hostel
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 365 reviews

    Situated in El Nido, 100 metres from Corong Corong Beach, Kame House Hostel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Great and clean hostel! Love the Dragon Ball theme :)

  • Valine Grace Cottages
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 136 reviews

    Situated in El Nido, within a few steps of Nacpan Beach and 200 metres of Calitang Beach, Valine Grace Cottages features accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private parking for guests who...

    Lovely host, quiet rural location. Good price and decently equipped.

  • Big Paul Hostel
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 315 reviews

    Big Paul Hostel in El Nido provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge and a bar.

    Nice hostel to stay, free happy hour, welcoming staff

  • Lolo Panding Inn
    Central location
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 172 reviews

    Lolo Panding Inn features rooms in El Nido near El Nido Beach and Lapus Lapus Beach. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

    Staff were extremely helpful and rooms were a good size and location was excellent

  • Pukka Hostel • El Nido
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 66 reviews

    Set in El Nido, 200 metres from Corong Corong Beach, Pukka Hostel • El Nido offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    Really nice big beds, friendly + helpful staff, tasty breakfast

  • The Continental Hostel El Nido
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 23 reviews

    Situated in El Nido, 400 metres from Lapus Lapus Beach, The Continental Hostel El Nido features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    L'emplacement, les douches, le personnel était accueillant, casier dans les chambres

  • Bangka Hostels
    Central location
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 106 reviews

    Set in El Nido and with El Nido Beach reachable within a few steps, Bangka Hostels offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    Very friendly people If you need something just ask

  • One Hostel - El Nido
    6.1
    Scored 6.1
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 108 reviews

    Set in El Nido, 8 km from Big Lagoon, Amos Hostel El Nido offers free WiFi. The property is 6.3 km from El Nido Airport. Each room at this hostel is air conditioned.

    Rapport qualité/prix Chambre spacieuse ! Propre Le wifi

  • Dormitels.ph El Nido
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 87 reviews

    Situated along Corong Corong beach, Dormitels.ph El Nido offers accommodation in El Nido, just 1.6 km from the city centre and is located along Corong Corong Beach, famous for its sunset views.

    The staff is very friendly and helpful especially kuya Emman, the location is very accessible to other destinations.

  • BALAI NI INDAI IN EL NIDO
    4.5
    Scored 4.5
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 2 reviews

    Situated 100 metres from Lapus Lapus Beach, BALAI NI INDAI IN EL NIDO features rooms with air conditioning in El Nido.

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Hostels that guests love in El Nido

  • Avg. price/night: ¥5,032
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 72 reviews
    Air con was good but a bit noisy. Shower was warm and decent pressure for El Nido. Good value for money if you're looking for a cheap stay.
    EmilyTopping118
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: ¥4,159
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 221 reviews
    It is a budget or cheap accomdation.. if you only want a room with ac and youre on a budget then this one is for you.. it is also fairly clean when we arrived..
    Rose lynette
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ¥9,500
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 221 reviews
    We stayed in a 4 bed private room with our 2 kids. Had its own bathroom and little balcony Great location at the quiet end of El Nido and only a 5 min walk to the main area You need to walk through a little fishing village to get there which is really cool (locals are very friendly) Very friendly and helpful hosts who go out of their way to make sure you have a nice stay. Try the banana pancakes for breakfast, real good Great budget accommodation!
    Barry
    Family with young children
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 973 reviews
    Great location right where all the island tours depart. Just off the main strip but perfect location in my opinion. Reception staff were very warm and friendly (MJ and Regina) informative upon arrival. Great location if your solo traveling (my first time and I loved it!) met so many great people and the Hostel was a perfect place to mingle and chill out.
    Gareth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ¥14,592
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,103 reviews
    Great hostel right in the middle of El Nido. Perfect for socialising and meeting people, has a great restaurant at the bottom and chill out spaces. Rooms are clean, fairly large with big lockers. Lots of toilets and showers so you don't need to wait either.
    Jan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ¥14,592
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,103 reviews
    Absolutely best hostel. It was my first time in a hostel and I enjoyed it sooooooo much
    Gooh tata
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 973 reviews
    I liked everything about this hostel. Its cheap. Its near the town proper and all the food. Its located in front of the beach. The place is super clean. The staff are exceptional. I mean it is cheap but their service is not. And they are really nice. Even the staff in the resto downstairs always smile at you. Rooms are mixed and communal but have privacy due to the doors in each bunks and guests are really mindful of others. They are quiet. If i ever come back in el nido i will stay here again
    Searicael
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ¥14,455
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 899 reviews
    The hotel is in a great location, nearby lots of restaurants and cafes. There is a hostel next door which is a great place to book trips and meet new people. The rooftop bar and restaurant has a stunning view of the islands and the food is fantastic. The bed was very comfy. Wifi connection was very good and had no issues with the AC. Vanilla beach is just a short tuk tuk ride away.
    Sophie
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: ¥14,592
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,103 reviews
    Great location. Exceptional staff. They make it easy for everyone to interact with each other. It s definitely the place to be to meet new people. The accommodation is quite good as well. You can book tours directly on site. Good party vibe on the rooftop at night but relaxing during the day
    Gaëlle
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ¥6,019
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,082 reviews
    Great location. Good hot shower in budget room. One lady was friendly & helpful, others not so much
    Lucy
    Young couple