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Reviews of The Funny Lion - El Nido

Balinsasayaw Road, 5313 El Nido, Philippines

#149 of 149 hotels in El Nido

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 653 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 29 December 2023

    9.0
    It was a good experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit of noise can be heard but is negligible.

    Their services were superb e.g. they could anticipate the needs of their guests and was ready for the answers/actions to meet the needs. There is always smiles on their faces to greet every guests by their names (a personal touch).

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 December 2023

    9.0
    It was excellent and satisfying experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just a bit of sounds can be heard in our room.

    Location is very near the city proper so we walked at night to buy some souvenirs.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Air conditioning setting was either very high fan or completely off which meant our room temp was freezing.

    Excellent customer service. It was clean, great locations and room was nice and clean

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    10
    Will visit again!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Great location, nice rooms and the staff were fantastic.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2023

    10
    excellent stay with amazing staff and amenities
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the area behind the faucet in the corners of the sink were dirty but otherwise the room was very clean. the sound of nearby construction was loud during the day but not a concern at night. their “hunt” restaurant had good options but not every dish was tasty. food and drink were also priced a little higher than what you could find in the town. the shower water splashed around the toilet area so that was a bit inconvenient since there’s no shower door.

    the facility as a whole was very clean. breakfast always had several options that were very tasty. the staff learned our names quickly and greeted us by name daily. they always had a smile on their faces along with such positive energy. the security and front staff were very accommodating long with the guides that helped us to the private beach. there were no sights of cockroaches thankfully. the hotel was conveniently located 8 minutes from the main town by foot. the best part of the hotel is their complimentary private beach access that includes food. papaya beach was beautiful and being able to use the kayaks for free was so much fun. AC worked very well and the bed was comfy.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2023

    9.0
    Great experience all around!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room backed onto the main road, so it was a little noisy at night and in the morning.

    The location was great, the hotel is very nicely finished but the biggest stand-out of this hotel are the staff! Everyone was super friendly, really helpful and just had great attitudes!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 December 2023

    9.0
    Amazing. Loved it, thanks to the staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a lot. Pool was in the shade… wasn’t really a bad thing though

    Location and staff were amazing

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We found brown stains on a blanket. It was changed after we asked for it.

    They offer a free fransfer to their private beach which is amazing.Staff is really nice and friendly! Great facilities.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2023

    10
    The perfect place to stay in El Nido
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great

    Very comfortable rooms, very clean, very good restaurant and amazing staff

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleaning wasn’t that great and we were in a room next to a construction site. Not soundproof, could easily hear the outside noise.

    Bed is very large and comfortable. 5min walk to town and beach. Staff is very friendly.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    10
    What an amazing resort - the Funny Lion in El Nido needs to be your number one choice!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would nice to have a few more vegan menu options

    Loved the location, but the staff made the stay extra special

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Overall, the staff demonstrated commendable assistance and friendliness. However, there was a notable exception during breakfast service. The atmosphere appeared chaotic, and there was a lack of clarity regarding the assigned responsibilities for tasks such as serving eggs or managing replenishments for bread and drinks. Despite the presence of a staff member in the vicinity, their standing presence did not contribute to resolving these issues effectively.

    I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The accommodations were excellent, and the staff provided exceptional service. The overall experience exceeded my expectations, making it a memorable and highly recommended choice for future visits. Location was great!!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    10
    Best experience in Palawan
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a full beautiful experience that will stay in our minds forever, and not just a normal stay at a hotel. We stayed in El Nido and Coron at Funny Lion and both experiences were amazing. We made best choice ever! Very good location, great customer service, good food, amazing friendly and professional staff. Clean, beautiful rooms, spacious, cozy. Congratulations for what you do and we hope to visit back soon. We will recommend Funny Lion to all friends that want to make holidays in Palawan.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff was great and really helpful. We had a medical emergency, staff was quick to jump in and take us to nearby clinic. We found the location to be perfect for us, neither to far no too close from the center.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful hotel close to everything in El Nido - service was amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast was best when you go early so the food is still fresh, if you go later it can be a bit stale/cold

    Gorgeous hotel and amazing service - couldn't fault the staff at all! Rooms were clean and comfortable and the location was great. They went above and beyond for our honeymoon and even packed us breakfast when we had an early departure.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Funny Lion is definitely the top pick in El Nido. How ever I will not be making hotel reservations on Booking.com moving forward since I was put at risk of a phishing scam because Booking.com got hacked. There was zero statement from Booking.com regarding the matter.

    Modern and clean rooms and facilities. The onsite restaurant served great food and drinks, plus the hotel had a great breakfast spread. Warm and attentive staff. Downtown was easily accessible on foot.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool was small, and the drinks were a bit overpriced.

    Great location, easy access to go to the main strip in El Nido for restaurants and shopping. Staff was great, Rommel, Joel, CJ, and the staff always greeted us by our names. Food was good, as where the drinks.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everyone was so friendly. Great location. Lovely breakfast

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2023

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A lift would be great.

    This was the best service I've ever experienced. Great place, great location.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The only negatives were that the rooms themselves were dark and smaller than we would have liked.

    The breakfast was amazing and the staff was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    10
    Amazing best place in town
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That they called me to book the way to the airport which I thought it was great but they asked for 750… it’s only 5 km and I had paid 800 to go to Nacpan which is 15 km … I just asked for the tuk tuk and it was just 300 I know hotels have arrangements but for a shared van that amount I thought they were playing me and after all the nice experience that was kinda weird like if you don’t know or don’t do your research they will laugh on your face

    Room - clean and big , terrace Pool and the music was great! Common area Breakfast They have the tours with good prices compared to the city which is good as you meet people from your hotel They learn your name

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2023

    8.0
    The best place to say while in El Nido
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I have been suffered a payment fraud through my private chat with the hotel in booking.com and I am still trying to solve it. Also, the transfer to El Nido Airport (which is just 10 minutes away) should be for free. These things make the difference!

    The location and the facilities. The room was also very big.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn’t think the service was up to par. Felt like the property is still really new and working out the kinks.

    Modern room, private beach.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2023

    10
    Beautiful, safe, clean, with amazing staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower got the floor quite wet because it wasn’t draining well - it wasn’t a massive issue though, just a wet bath mat for the stay. There was a mix up with the room number on our laundry, but they found it which gave us confidence that they were in control of it. These are two very minor points though, and apart from this the stay was perfect for us.

    The staff were amazing and treated us like royalty. The facilities were clean and really stylish. The room was comfortable with an incredible view of the bay. The food and drinks were really nice in the bar and at breakfast, especially loved the mango shake.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything, the room, the facilities, the private beach

    Stayed in December 2023

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