The Best Hostels in El Nido and Palawan

The Best Hostels in El Nido and Palawan
El Nido is a Philippine municipality on Palawan island. It's known for white-sand beaches, coral reefs and as the gateway to the Bacuit archipelago, a group of islands with steep karst cliffs. Miniloc Island is famed for the clear waters of its Small and Big lagoons. The area has many dive sites, including Dilumacad Island's long tunnel leading to an underwater cavern. The town, sandwiched between towering limestone karst cliffs and Bacuit Bay, is cluttered with buildings that creep onto the beach and businesses that cater to tourists. Centre stage is the looming Cadlao Island just offshore. Taking a room in town means being close to restaurants and beachside bars, but also closer to the everyday sights and sounds; otherwise, you can stay in one of the nearby communities, or in the archipelago itself. It is a beautiful tropical area, with close access to many other beautiful sight. It is a great option for a base to explore the lagoons and dive sights nearby. There are plenty of things to see and do in this area, and, luckily, there are also several cost friendly accommodations to help you enjoy your stay here too.
How much do hostels in El Nido cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in El Nido here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



A social hostel on the beach with lots of amenities

Dorm Bed from $16.49
Private Room from $26.06
Overall Rating: 90%
Sitio Lugadia National Highway, El Nido
Outpost Beach Hostel is the only hostel located on a beach in all of Palawan. It is a newly opened, fun and social hostel. At this location, it's all about comfort, relaxing, and enjoying the lively atmosphere. You can relax out in the sun on the private section of the beach, chill in the lounge, or go island hopping with the staff and fellow hostel friends during the day. Then be part of the fun vibe at night with the open bar. Outpost is located in the southern sector of Corong-Corong Beach (the sunset beach). There are several islands and lagoons to explore right in front of the property in Bacuit Bay. The dorm rooms are comfortable and clean, with air-conditioning and fan in each room, hot shower access, large lockers, individual electric sockets, and bed-side light box. There is a restaurant on property with an Italian chef. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily and there is also BBQ nights every Sunday. The property has its own tour desk and boats. There is also terrace available for relaxing and enjoying the 180-degree view. Linens, towels, parking, and airport transfer are all included with your stay.


An active hostel with a long list of amenities

Dorm Bed from $22.17
Private Room from $27.29
Overall Rating: 93%
BALINSASAYAW ROAD CORNER CALLE REAL, BRGY MALIGAYA, El Nido
Spin Designer Hostel is a great base for exploring northern Palawan. They offer free WiFi, tour arrangements, and lots of open spaces to congregate and meet fellow travelers. They have 24 hour standby power, 24 hour security, hot and cold showers, in house laundry services, and secure lockers for each person at the dorms.

They also offer in-house activities and events plus helpful staff to assist with local tips. They offer both dormitory and private room options, so there is something for everyone here. The facility has an outdoor terrace to enjoy the view and self-catering facilities. Breakfast, parking, linens, and towels are all included with your stay.


A comfortable, friendly hostel with the feel of a guesthouse

Dorm Bed from $14.21
Private Room from $15.16
Overall Rating: 40%
National Highway, Corong-corong El Nido, Palawan, El Nido
Island Hop Nido Hostel started from a dream of bringing comfort to tourists and travelers with nicer and more advanced facilities. Island Hop Nido Hostel is homey and affordable for everyone. They offer a wide range of services from arranging tour packages, transportation, a restaurant bar, a dormitory-type room, complete room facilities, and a lot more. The staff is warm and welcoming and the family has been working in accommodating guests for many years. They built this house to be as comfortable and useful as possible for visiting travelers. Breakfast, parking, linens, and towels are all included with your stay and bicycles are available for hire.


Private Room from $8.53
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 94%
Purok 1A, Sibaltan, El Nido
Erlittop Garden Eco Lodge is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant. Wi-fi, parking, towels included, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $18.76
Private Room from $28.43
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 91%
Osmena Street Masagana, 5313, El Nido
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a swimming pool, a bar, a common room, and cable tv. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant and a cafe. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, parking, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $11.35
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 91%
431-B-1 Barangay Masagana, El Nido, Palawan, Phili, El Nido
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a bar, a common room, a games room, and board games. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast, a restaurant, and a microwave. Wi-fi, security lockers, 24 hour reception, towels included, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $14.18
Private Room from $18.91
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 85%
Corong-Corong El Nodi, Palawan, El Nido
Big Paul Hostel is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast. Laundry facilities, 24 hour reception, parking, towels included, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $19.91
Private Room from $22.07
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 84%
Calle Hama Street Masagana Poblacion, El Nido
The Beach House is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe. Wi-fi, security lockers, luggage storage, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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