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Reviews of Cadlao Resort and Restaurant This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services offered. It is based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Sitio Caalan, Barangay Masagana, Palawan, 5313 El Nido, Philippines

#21 of 147 hotels in El Nido

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 413 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing stay away from hustle and bustle
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom door was a bit squeaky

    Really lovely resort. I loved our room and sitting on the deck and it has the most wonderful sunset. Free breakfast was amazing

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    9.0
    enjoy and relax
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Seafront Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    all good

    quite

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    brilliant stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Poolside Cottage
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    only thing they could improve on is a fridge in the rooms and making the pools a little colder as they are quite warm.

    This was the best place that we have stayed in the Philippines, gorgeous views from our room and amazing sunsets, multiple pools, the staff went above and beyond and were so friendly and thoughtful. close to town with free TukTuk service from the resort, you can hire scooters from resort and book tours across the road from resort. Food was good and free cocktails every day for 1hr at 4pm! We absolutely loved it, thank you for making our honeymoon so special!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Service, front-desk, manager, bar staff, food 10/10. Message to the owner! Please increase salary for your wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Poolside Family Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sorted!

    Service, front-desk, manager, bar staff, food 10/10. Message to the owner! Please increase salary for your wonderful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Poolside Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    This place is the best, nothing to fault, rooms, location, views, staff, free cocktails, all 10 ⭐️

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Exceptional, definitely recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights

    No notes. Everything was great.

    One of the best experiences we had in the Philippines. Amazing location, nice facilities with local character and a great view of Cadlao island. The rooms were very spacious and comfortable, we enjoyed a lot the small outdoor veranda. The staff were very helpful for everything we requested and very friendly. The restaurant is also one of the best places to eat in El Nido.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    I loved the Cadlao. It’s prime location, great rooms, service & food
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My room was dim even with lights on or in the day light, I would have liked another light bulb, bathroom had good lighting though . Also the room was hard to cool down. It took a very look time. I was not uncomfortable at night but it could have been cooler. My sisters had a separate room that did not have these issues so it may have just been my room.

    Cadlao is prime location. It is a peaceful and quiet resort that is a 2 minute tuktuk ride from the busy town. (cadlao offers free, fast & easy transfers via tuktuk) I love that the Cadlao and town are very environmentally friendly. The scenery is unreal. It’s the most beautiful place on earth. The hotel is a great vibe. Very clean, small rooms but comfortable beds. amazingly helpful & friendly staff. Food was pretty good and drinks were delicious. I would 100% stay at Cadlao again in the future.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Good place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sounds between rooms and outside from the swimming pool

    Location, staff, comfort.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It has a good location if you want to be away from the hustle and bustle of the el Nido city but still 15 min walking distance. Stunning views. Free drinks and snacks at 5 pm, free tricycle from and to the city.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    9.0
    A private unobstructed view of Cadlao Island
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Seafront Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Double check your bill as everything is manually done.

    The resort thought of everything to provide guest w comfort. Breakfast buffet provides a great selection for healthy eaters and guests who like a hearty breakfast They have happy hour drinks every 4pm for guests. Rooms are spacious and have all the amenities. Crew tries their best to provide personal service.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Cottage
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The space inside the room is quite small, there is almost no place where to keep baggage. There is no beach in the resort, the access to sea is quite difficult and limited

    Breakfest was pretty good. |You meet there very friendly people as in whole Philippines.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    10
    Lovely boutique hotel with a casual Philippino vibe and wonderful staff. Bonus was great restaurant.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights

    I would have liked to have had a television in the room, but it's not a deal breaker.

    Cadlao Resort was beautifully situated with easy access (via the hotel provided tricycle) to town and a gorgeous view. The staff were friendly, accomodating and the restaurant was unexpectedly creative with well prepared and interesting menu choices. There were many small touches that enhanced the experience. Foot baths to wash off sand before entering the room. A nice drying rack outside the door and a lovely porch with chairs if you wanted to stay close to your room. The grounds were lovely and well maintained with a nice (more than one) pool area. I loved the feeling of a small boutique resort. Excellent breakfasts.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    9.0
    Overall a very nice stay. Off the main road and needed to take a tuk tuk to/from, but it was no issue, always availa
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Garden Family Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wish the room had a dresser.

    Location, staff, breakfast

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Garden Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had the best stay here so dreamy and picturesque! The food is also 10/10 me and my friend had the best stay. Definitely be coming back!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2024

    9.0
    We will surely recommend this place to our friends and families.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Family Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I’ve nothing to complain or to add.

    The view is so amazing. The cabanas are spacious and clean. The location is what we needed for a restful vacation. It’s away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It’s just us and the serene sounds of the ocean. The restaurant serves a fusion of Filipino and western cuisine. Everything is superbly cooked at my standard. Drinks are perfectly mixed to my liking. Kitchen staff are always on their feet to serve and satisfy our needs with smiles on their faces. Housekeeping staff are doing their job diligently. In general, all of the Cadlao’s staff are 10/10.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Less privacy with everyone can see into your room if no curtain down

    Breakfast is wonderful, staff very friendly, direct sea view to the iconic mountain, walkable distance to the center

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Seafront Cottage
    • Stayed 5 nights

    View was great, service was great, location was great. Pools were nice and the food was good!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2024

    10
    Perfect place to stay in El Nido
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Cottage
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved everything. The bedroom could have a little more light.

    We loved this place! View from the pool is unbelievable, room has a very comfy bed, the staff was smiling and helpful all the time, breakfast was excellent (with incredible croissants!) and they have FREE drinks every afternoon for the guests. We couldn’t feel more spoiled! They helped us with airport transfers and with everything we needed. It was a perfect stay.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    10
    It was a great stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Family Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    The staff were very helpful, accommodating and welcoming! They’re the best part of the resort and made our stay enjoyable.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Seafront Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stunning views of Cadlao from the resort and the staff were very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    8.0
    Great views of Cadlao island from a comfortable resort!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Poolside Family Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    On the first night, the resort forgot about the extra bed I requested and we got in very late. Fortunately, the security guard was able to sort it out. The resort (like many in El Nido) is a bit on the pricey side.

    The staff were very courteous and the resort was a great view of Cadlao Island! My friends and I also availed of the massage service. The front desk was also very reliable in sending tricycles to pick us up (as a shuttle service to the hotel).

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location with the perfect view of Cadlao island. Just outside of the main town area but close enough that you could walk. Lovely, attentive and accommodating staff. Great food selection at all times of the day

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2024

    9.0
    sit sip and soak up the view
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Poolside Family Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    not the properties fault but why do people claim their deck chair in the morning when they do t I tend on coming back until much later in the day?

    from the moment the tricycle rider turned onto the beach to deliver us I knew we were in for a treat. beautiful room and location. great breakfast and meals AND cocktails. lovely helpful staff who took care of everything even when I'd messed up dates.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restaurant didn't have as many vegetarian options as I would have liked for breakfast or Christmas dinner. Otherwise can't fault the place!

    Location was tip top! Rooms were beautiful and staff were lovely. The tuktuk taking you to town was a great touch.

    Stayed in December 2023

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