The staff and the location. If you're not fond with the average Starbucks loving tourists and want to feel the true Filipino spirit and want to be surrounded with the friendliest Asians on the planet, then this is the place for ya. You'll be greeted and feel absolutely safe in this warm-heartedly and lovely fishing area of El Nido.

Stayed in May 2024

Room was really hot and the fans didnt work properly and were not enough for everyone. But I told Gordon and he bought some for the following day. It could be a bit cleaner.

Staff was friendly and knowledgeable, they can run you through any question you might ask. The location was great, it's in a filipino neighbourhood, the last part of the path is between houses, first time is a bit tricky to find, even intimidating, but once you are there you realised everyone is friendly and super safe. It's cool to be close to the town but also see how filipino people live. The vibe in the hostel was nice!

Stayed in April 2024

It got so hot in the room, they explained why they didn’t have AC which is more than understandable but I think if maybe the fans were placed strategically to reach the beds better that would help, it was difficult to sleep. I also got a lot of bites as the window near my bed had no mosquito net. Also it’s a bit of a walk to get to the nearest road and even further to get to the centre of el nido. The walk goes through an area with really friendly locals but a really bad smell from locals burning rubber / other rubbish, barbecuing fish etc

The owners were amazing! Helping to book tours, transport the following day, helping us carry our bags on the long walk to the room and there was also free water refills and refreshments available in the kitchen. They also upgraded us to a private room when we arrived for no extra cost which was very kind

Stayed in April 2024

Very small bathroom. We did get woken up most days as it’s very noisy and the rooms are really light and hot when the sun comes up.

Thanks for a lovely stay! The views are sooo nice and the staff were super friendly and helpful. Would recommend.

Stayed in April 2024

Location is hard to find

Not for everyone but we absolutely loved our stay, felt like a more authentic el Nido stay. Lovely hosts thank you!

Stayed in March 2024

A bit hard to find the first time. Bunk beds are a bit old, doesn't have shelf, socket, etc. I would have liked more of a "comfy common area".

Big, traditional wooden building. Very roomy inside, and right on the water. The couple who run the place are nice and helpful. Big lockers. Not that far from the center but quiet. I liked that it was in an area of the town that I probably wouldn't have visited otherwise. Breakfast (banana pancakes) were great!!

Stayed in February 2024

-horrible towels -Internet didn't work that great in the room -no mosquito net in the private room (but they offered to somehow put one up, if we need it) -the boat expedition we booked through them was a bit of a mess, but they reacted very well and understanding to our feedback

Great location, if you want it a bit more quiet, but still in walkable distance to the town center. The hosts are very welcoming and will help you to organize tours or plan activities. Also: -best breakfast pancakes!!!!!!!! -free water and tea -USB plugs -balcony with great view

Stayed in February 2024

The owners are very good people with a beautiful heart and that was reflected in all the experience of staying with them. The location is the best because is not in the main center but super close, just 10 minutes walking and because of that you get to sleep so good. So calm! There is a shared place where you can eat or use the computer or just chill with beautiful views of the see and you get the nice breeze so is not that hot there😊 They also offer very tasty breakfast 😋 One of the best things are the kids they live near by, they are so friendly always excited to see you. The whole experience made me feel as home.

Stayed in February 2024

Would love a comfy chair. No hanging space. It’s quite a way from the centre of town, well into the ‘local living’ area, making it tricky to find and navigate through (but also helped you see the other side of life). Bathroom is challengingly tiny with a shower head soaking everything in the room.

Gordon and his wife were lovely, very informative, helpful and flexible. The property had a good view, beds were fine, nice balcony, fan and air con, huge breakfast, free tea/coffee/water, organised transport.

Stayed in February 2024

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!

Stayed in February 2024

Gordon and his family are excellent hosts!

Stayed in January 2024

Excellent and helpful hosts!!

Stayed in January 2024

The bedroom was very hot, which made it difficult to sleep, but that was as a result of the weather, and out of the owner’s control.

The hosts and the location was amazing!

Stayed in January 2024

Super noisy cocks all night...

Remote location, nice see and town view, very nice owner!

Stayed in January 2024

Little bit of walk from the centre. Bathroom was small.

Owners were very helpful. Nice view from the room.

Stayed in January 2024

Hard to find as Google directions end at the local basketball court and you need to weave between houses to reach the property without signage directing you.

Friendly staff, beautiful views of the harbor, and clean facilities.

Stayed in January 2024

Location was a little hard to get to but interesting as it’s in a little local village so definitely different.

Gordo and Christina were amazing hosts! Super friendly and always willing to give suggestions on the best things to do in El Nido.

Stayed in November 2023

wasn’t super clean but was still okay. it’s located in a local neighbourhood which means do not expect comfort. Although I love staying in places like these, if I were alone at night I would feel a bit uncomfortable walking home by myself and you have to as it cannot be reached with a Tuktuk. this is just my impression but I have to say it

very cheap and convenient to stay there, Gordo and his Cristina are the best, very friendly and lovely people!

Stayed in May 2023

No AC, but plenty of fans in the dorm to make up for it.

We loved the location. It is a ten minute walk from the main tourist 'strip', and a great insight into real and local life in El Nido. It is a very unique location, nested in between the rocks and right on the sea. Unique, beautiful and surrounded by extremely friendly locals who were always asking us how we were and eager to help by pointing us in the right direction. We felt completely safe. We loved the hosts. Gordon and Christina are extremely welcoming, interesting and special people. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was always clean. Two of us were working remotely and the WIFI worked smoothly the whole time.

Stayed in May 2023

There were some power cuts in the area, so the room did get a bit hot without the fans running.

I felt very well looked after, they booked my Island trip and transport for me and were very helpful with all my questions. Quite liked that it was a bit outside from the touristy area within the local community, but still in easy walking distance to get dinner/go out. Also enjoyed the breakfast, reasonably priced, decent portions and tastes great.

Stayed in May 2023

The view!

Stayed in May 2023

Neighborhood can be noisy at night due to dogs and roosters. But that's just normal in the Philippines.

The staff was very friendly and helpful. Great breakfast! The way to the hostel will lead you through a very local area with very friendly people. Also a spot to meet young travelers.

Stayed in April 2023

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The bed was comfortable, owners and staff were friendly and helpful, and it was really quiet here at night compared to other places in El Nido. It was good being at a walking distance to the town while being in a more peaceful setting. Private room had good space and a balcony with a lovely ocean view.

Stayed in May 2023

The location just outside the city is amazingly quiet and still easy to reach. The neighborhood is really characteristic and, i didn't met the owners, but the staff has been super nice.

Stayed in April 2023