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Reviews of Happiness Hostel El Nido 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!

Serena Street, Buena Suerte, Palawan, 5313 El Nido, Philippines

#27 of 147 hotels in El Nido

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 556 hostel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    Excellent & clean hostel with amazingly friendly staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Can't recommend it more! Each bed has it's own "box" in the dorms, which gives you more privacy compared to other hostels. Hostel and bathrooms were always super clean. They have a whatsapp group with activities they organize, which makes it easier to connect with people if you travel alone! But the best of all is the staff!!! Everyone is so friendly and so nice, Goes for everyone, but especially Jona and Jona (yes 2 Jonas) are amazing and couldn't be more grateful that they were my hosts!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Overall great stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great social hostel. I met so many people here. The staff is absolutely lovely. The rooms are nice and big.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    A pleasant stay on a beautiful island
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stairs to the upper level of the dormitory could be made a little easier to climb.

    Pleasant atmosphere, friendly staff, and the convenience of having a restaurant & bar downstairs.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable hostel, with very helpful staff. Great location right in El Nido. Right at the port where tours leave from. Restaurant below serves great food!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    10
    Thank you Happiness Hostel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom was okay but I know it can still be improved.

    The hostel is located near the harbor so you will not have difficulty walking and it is not required to travel if you are planning to go on a boat trip. Accessible to all establishments, like restaurants, souvenir shops, church, convenience stores, city hall and etc. The food and drinks at Happiness restaurant and bar are very good. This is something I will reccommend with my family, coworkers, and friends. I will definitely come back next time! All the staffs here are kind and helpful. Kudos to Jonna, Joy, James, Cris, Mark and ate Mela. Thank you for all the help that you provided while I was there. My 8 days of stay here became extra special because of you. Keep it up and don't get tired of doing good to others!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Need another shower or two.

    Comfy beds, super private. Discount at restaurant was a nice touch, food was incredible

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    10
    Feeling At Home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom is fine but would be better if we get a stand-up mirror

    They had wide and relaxing lounge area. There’s complimentary light breakfast (bananas and bread). They had the best staff. Shoutout to Joy and Mark who made my stay amazing.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No kitchen

    The location is perfect, in el nido town, close to activities and restaurants. It is clean and comfortable. The staff is also super nice.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    9.0
    Friendly hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I could hear the music from the bar below and I was on the first floor of the hostel on a bottom bunk so wasn’t great! If your a light sleeper like me may not be the best hostel

    Super friendly staff, very clean! Overall nice vibes

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in 2-bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only downside was the room didn’t lock but there was a little safe box :)

    Location was so good, staff were great and it was clean

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Value for money: Location, ambience, service
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The water heaters in two of the bathrooms were not working.

    The room, bed and linen was very clean. The room had a private corner to change clothes. The common areas were well maintained. The lobby area was well decorate and with great ambience with a view of seashore. The staff, Joy, Joanna and James were extremely welcoming and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    9.0
    Clean, friendly hostel very welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Crazy awkward ladder to get up to top bunk

    Staff were amazing, couldn’t do more for you and the hostel is right on the beach, great views from the balcony

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in 2-bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff and location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    9.0
    The perfect stay, made our trip in el nido a lot easier, more comfortable and fun!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Genuinely nothing i can think about that i didn't like!

    This property was amazing. Perfect location right next to the beach and a 1-2 minute walk to all the restaurants and shops but still the perfect distance away to keep it being quiet at night. The staff were 10/10, genuine and friendly people who helped whenever needed and great people to be around. The room was great with air conditioning and a fan. Rooms were clean and beds were comfy, also loved the sliding doors for privacy.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    8.0
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not really social hostel, not a lot happening in the common areas

    Good locations, lockers next to your bed and under for your entire backpack, spacious bedrooms and hot shower.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Definitely will stay here again next time !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and the staff are very helpful!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    great communal area, perfect location, I loved the bar and restaurant downstairs & the shutters gave each bed amazing privacy. the staff were very helpful and friendly and there was bread, fruit and teas in the morning. gorgeous view of the sea & cliffs from both the dorm and main lounge!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    9.0
    Happiness is the best!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    More social activities please! I didn't get my sheets changed in 4 nights but I didn't mention this to the staff, if I did I know they would've changed them

    One of my favourite ever hostels! Happiness is in the best location, close to restaurants etc with a balcony overlooking the sea. Dreamy! The staff who work there are so kind and helpful. I loved having unlimited free tea/coffee available and a snack station too which definitely saved me some money. Good WiFi. The pub crawl was fun and a good way to meet people

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really lovely place with super atmosphere where you can sit with cold beer and looking at the main street and sea. Everywhere it was clean . Night was quiet. Shared bathrooms are big enough. We loved it here.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really nice relaxed vibe. The staff were really helpful in organising excursions and transfers. The dorm rooms were nice with the sliding shutters. Good air con. The happiness cafe/restaurant was amazing.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    9.0
    Great location to explore El Nido
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress was a bit too thin. Otherwise really enjoyed my stay.

    Great location! Just across the road from the beach/ harbour, super close to lots of restaurants and shops. Nice view from the balcony. The rooms and facilities were clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I stayed in Happiness in Siargao, that one was better. But this one in El Nido is also very nice hostel, definitely the higher class of hostels. Nice beds, bathrooms, great restaurant and good location close to the beach

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    8.0
    Lovely staff!! Would recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Maybe some activities to help solo travellers meet people, although I think there were events but just not many people turned up.

    The beds were super comfortable and the shutters made it really private. The free breakfast was very handy and the staff was really helpful in helping me organise tours and laundry. Location was great, minutes from the pier and the ferry terminal.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    9.0
    Very very good service for the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No windows, but a fantastic view from the common / lobby area & bar downstairs.

    Staff was great. Shared areas (common living & bathrooms) very nice. Some free breakfast snacks & coffee!

    Stayed in March 2024

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