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Reviews of Dryft Darocotan Island 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!

Darocotan Island Brgy Teneguiban, 5313 El Nido, Philippines

#2 of 147 hotels in El Nido

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 457 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    Paradise island
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Hive Huts
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bamboo structure restaurant with 4 floors and huts placed in a tiny island away from phone service and wifi. Amazing stay overall!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Datu Hut
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No complaints. It was perfect.

    Amazing place and location. Can't recommend it enough. The beaches are beautiful, the food delicious and the staff super friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Disconnect and unwind
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Distance to the shared toilet for some of the Shallehs

    Drift Darocotan Resort is a peaceful retreat for meditation and disconnection, allowing you to bring your true self out. With no internet access on-site, guests can truly disconnect and immerse themselves in the serene atmosphere. In case of emergencies, internet access is available just a five-minute walk away on the other side of the island with a local SIM card or roaming, providing convenience without compromising the tranquil setting of the resort. The friendly staff, delicious food, and peaceful surroundings make the perfect place to unwind and recharge.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Lux Tipi with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This place is absolute magic!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    Paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Kubo
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. It was very hot at night so be prepared.

    Just wow! The island was insane, the main area was amazing and so cool. Our little hut was so comfortable and just paradise.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Hive Huts
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    * Some huts were very far from toilets. * Food is good but very very small portions and small value for the high prices. * Extremely hot at night, we hardly slept even with two fans (some A/C could easily run on generators if the camp decides to upgrade) * pickup/drop-off drivers : worst drivers ive had, they both drive recklessly almost 100 km/h on a 40 km/h road , almost hit two dogs and a motorcycle

    Amazing location and staff. I’ve visited a dozen of similar concept camps around the world and this one is one of my favorites.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Gorgeous place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Hive Huts
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The camp and the island are gorgeous, food and cocktails are delicious and the huts and restaurant structure are something else! I really liked how the menu changes everyday, so you don't know what is going to be served that day. I loved the beach, walking to the other side of the island, snorkeling at the shipwreck, being barefoot all the time. I loved everything! I'm really, really sorry that we stayed only one night.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    The perfect break from the hustle and bustle
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Zustand des Zeltes

    Lage, Personal, Essen, Atmosphäre, Sonnenuntergänge, Yoga

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    9.0
    100% recovery
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Atmosphere, team , yoga, no WiFi, food !!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    10
    A beautiful, peaceful off grid experience ⭐️
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • The Hive Huts
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really! There’s no wifi/phone signal and going to the loo in the middle of the night is a bit rustic, but that’s part of being off the grid and switching off 😊

    The private beach is beautiful with crystal clear water, perfect for a snorkel and so so peaceful. The rooms are also super comfy and clean, and the view of the beach from your bed is amazing. The food is EXCELLENT - honestly made the rest of my trip hard to compare!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful island with great staff. A unique place worth visiting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Hive Huts
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilets didn’t always flush but this was due to lack of water on island. It would have been great if they had a couple of small seats on the hive decks to sit outside on.

    All food was excellent. Beach very clean

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Puno Pod
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maybe a bit more explanation about how the rooms doors work, I felt fear of breaking them although they were very sturdy

    The location is spectacular, the buildings are so unique, never seen anything like it. The staff are so helpful

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    Amazing place to feel disconnected
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Hive Huts
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Toilet evacuation do not work as the comfy ones you have at home, so you might encounter some "blockings" when entering some toilets. But you will always find a spared one as there are enough for everybody.

    The stay was wonderful, with only one thing to do : nothing! Apart from eating (the food was wonderful, the best we had in the philippines), and drinking (amazing cocktails as well!) Overall, an amazing place to disconnect and feel far from your usual life. The staff was also very flexible with our timings to bring us back on the main island, which was very appreciable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good but it could be better
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Datu Hut
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All staff including drivers, boatmen should be dressed in Dryft clothing to enhance their brand. They should have bamboo sunbeds for the beach.

    Beautiful location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    Disconnect to reconnect and recharge! Book!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Hive Huts
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved everything about this property

    This was an amazing experience from start to finish! Felt amazing to disconnect. Facilities were great, food was amazing and the staff made it so special!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    8.0
    A little piece of Paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Hive Huts
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I appreciate the fact that healthy living is promoted. However, I should still be able to have a choice whether to have access to a soft drink when I feel like it. The bar does not cater to the alcoholic preferences of multi nationalities and needs more variety. The ablutions that is located only on the one side of the facilities.

    1) The privacy 2) The helpful and amazing staff 3) Attention to detail and arrangements ensuring that guests get the maximum enjoyment from visiting this pristine area. 4) The food was really excellent

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cheapest room (already quite expensive) is a tent, which makes it unbearable to stay inside during the day. Keep this in mind when booking

    The place is really amazing and the food is probably the best in Philippines. I recommend 2 nights, not more not less

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately, both guests got food poisoning from one meal at the restaurant.

    Beautiful island and resort. The transport was very efficient so getting there and back was easy. We stayed in the tent and, although hot during the day, it cooled nicely in the evening. The staff were wonderful and very accommodating. The yoga they offered was great for all levels and helped maintain a peaceful environment. A very relaxing and peaceful stay.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    It was amazing experienced
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Hive Huts
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No Signal

    Paradise

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Lux Tipi with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We booked the Lux Tipi for the bathroom but the shower didn’t really work whilst we were there. Didn’t get offered for our room to berefreshed/ cleaned during our stay.

    Location was unreal, and food was great. Beautiful. Staff were friendly. Nice to have free use of paddle boards and snorkels free of charge.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful settings
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Hive Huts
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is a couples luxury holiday destination, there no sense of community between guests and definitely no communication. The food is great but the most expensive food around. A shame when you pay a lot to stay here.

    The setting is beautiful, just perfection in every way. The staff are all exceptional.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Unique experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Puno Pod
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately there were constructions on the property that we didn’t know about. It was a bit loud and bothered if you wanted to rest at the hut at daytime. Also the additional costs should not be underestimated. Food and rental is quite expensive.

    Great hotel area with amazing beaches and a shipwreck to explore underwater. The staff was very friendly, food was really really good and the huts were clean and made with a lot of thought and heart. There is no WiFi or cell in the area and it was so wonderful to see everyone spending time together with talking and playing games apart from any phones. Overall a unique experience!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Great experience, unique location, one of our best stays in The Philippines!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Hive Huts Two Queens
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We totally understand (and like!) the overall "eco" concept of the hotel, but we felt that there could be improvements to increase the guests comfort (sometimes there was no water / pressure when taking a shower, there is only 1 sink for the all the guests...). Its totally fine if that the hotel approach, but then the price should reflect that... we felt value for money not great.

    Amazing location, great staff, delicious food! The hotel is really "unique", with its own beach, very well looked-after and amazing asthetics / design. You can really feel onwers put some thought on it. The bed / room was clean. Arrival / departure logistics were well managed and easy to communicate with staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Prices for food and drinks were a bit expensive

    Location and staff are really nice. Beautiful island!! Real dream to stay

    Stayed in April 2024

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