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Happiness Hostel El Nido

El Nido

Happiness Hostel El Nido features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in El Nido. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, luggage storage space and free WiFi.

C
Cornelia Travels
From
Norway
The hostel is very clean with staff swiping the floors and cleaning the common areas pretty much all the time. All staff members are super nice, professional and helpful. The beds are very comfy and spacious, and the sliding doors to the beds make it seem very private, although you are in a dorm. I enjoyed also the free coffee and simple breakfast. Air con worked well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,486 reviews
Price from
US$41.14
1 night, 2 adults

AA Hostel

El Nido

Situated in El Nido and with El Nido Beach reachable within 1 km, AA Hostel features express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

M
Marie
From
France
Amor the hostess wear her name perfectly . As soon I arrived on El nido airport , she proposed to come pick me by scooter as my flight has been delayed and it was late . She is putting all her effort in this new hostel which is super clean , have good prestations (hot shower and hair dryer !!!!!) and located only 5 minutes away from city center by scooter . She also proposed really attractive prices for that level of service . Perfect from A to Z !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$30.97
1 night, 2 adults

Happy Monkey Hostel

El Nido

Happy Monkey Hostel features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and bar in El Nido. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

N
Nika
From
Slovenia
It was such a wonderful place where a lot of care has been given to the design and the facilities. The staff is extremely friendly, made us feel at home and really took care of us. We chose this place because it was close to the airport but we wished that we had booked more nights there! We had such a relaxing time at the pool and the hostel is close to Lio beach and about 10 min away from the center. We would love to come again one day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$27.87
1 night, 2 adults

Frendz Hostel El Nido

El Nido

100 metres from El Nido Beach, Frendz Hostel El Nido is located in El Nido and provides free WiFi and a tour desk.

K
Kumar
From
India
Good vibes. Spacious dorms and nice living area. I think it was the best in the area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,354 reviews
Price from
US$49.55
1 night, 2 adults

Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido

El Nido

Set in El Nido, 1.4 km from Corong Corong Beach and 19.8 km from Nacpan Beach, Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido is a hip hostel that features a common pantry with barbecue facility, a game area, and a...

T
Tomas
From
New Zealand
Beautiful hotel! Nice pool and bar next to it. Highly recommend, and also the breakfast delicious
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,307 reviews
Price from
US$44.12
1 night, 2 adults

OIA Beach Hostel - El Nido

El Nido

Located in El Nido and with Caalan Beach reachable within a few steps, OIA Beach Hostel - El Nido provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

V
Vivin
From
India
Absolutely loved OIA—I even extended my stay just to slow down, relax, and soak it all in. The volunteers were super friendly and kept arranging fun hostel outings and activities that made it effortless to meet other travelers and feel at home right away. The hammocks look straight out over the water, and being steps from the beach meant an easy, peaceful swim any time of day. Kayaks are available to paddle to nearby islands, which was a memorable little adventure between chill sessions. The music—played by the local volunteers and on most of the time—set a calm, laid‑back vibe that made the whole place feel incredibly soothing. The food was tasty and fairly priced, so eating in never felt expensive and the portions hit the spot. Overall, OIA is that rare mix of community, comfort, and breathtaking views that makes leaving hard—highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Price from
US$37.85
1 night, 2 adults

Frida Ka

El Nido

Located in El Nido and with El Nido Beach reachable within 100 metres, Frida Ka provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

v
van Noort
From
Netherlands
Great location. Very chill hostel everything is new and clean. Staff was so lovely! And that for a good price!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
Price from
US$46.45
1 night, 2 adults

Outpost Beach Hostel

El Nido

Outpost Beach Hostel features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in El Nido.

F
Fernanda
From
New Zealand
Amazing atmosphere and beautiful view! Everything is organised, clean and with a positive vibe. Unfortunately I cant remember the receptionist names but they are lovely. They welcomed very well… they called me for my name, they gave recommendations and a beautiful smile when I walked in. I’ve been travelling all Phillipines and so far it was the best place that I stayed. I booked a night and I ended up staying there 3 nights. $50pesos tuk tuk from town… 24hrs available. I had a very yum eggs Benedict and cappuccino. They play nice tunes and games at dinner time. The place is good to meet travellers. Perfect wifi connection. Fresh towel and sheets. Air co works perfectly. I stayed during the wet season and even I wasn’t able to go the beach I had so much fun. I highly recommend if you stay there… please tell them Fern miss them.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
Price from
US$42.27
1 night, 2 adults

Bice Hostel Darocotan

El Nido

Bice Hostel Darocotan in El Nido provides accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar. A continental breakfast is available at the hostel.

m
mathilda
From
Canada
Best staff ever, fun, respectful, and find everything you need
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
US$25.81
1 night, 2 adults

Sip Sunset Hostel and Lounge

El Nido

Situated in El Nido and with Corong Corong Beach reachable within 200 metres, Sip Sunset Hostel and Lounge features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

M
Merino
From
Netherlands
The bar and the staff super friendly really nice people happy to be there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
Price from
US$61.18
1 night, 2 adults
All hostels in El Nido

Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in El Nido and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Nido

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Nido

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Nido

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Nido

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Nido

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Nido

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Nido

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,307 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Nido

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Nido

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,354 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Nido

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,486 reviews

Save money on hostels in El Nido and nearby – budget options available

  • La Greta El Nido

    El Nido
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    La Greta El Nido is set in El Nido. The property is allergy-free and is located 600 metres from El Nido Beach.

    From US$57.81 per night
  • Summer Wind Pension House

    El Nido
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in El Nido, 700 metres from Corong Corong Beach, Summer Wind Pension House provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    From US$48.17 per night
  • Paradiso Hostel El nido

    El Nido
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

    Paradiso Hostel El nido features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in El Nido. The hostel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

    From US$18.88 per night
  • mama hostel Bed & Breakfast

    El Nido
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Mama hostel Bed & Breakfast features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in El Nido. The property provides services including meeting and banquet facilities and karaoke.

    From US$11.45 per night
  • Dormitelsph El Nido

    El Nido
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.1
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

    Dormitelsph El Nido is located in El Nido. This 1-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The hostel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

    From US$68.82 per night
  • Harbour Inn

    El Nido
    Budget options available

    Harbour Inn features accommodation in El Nido. At the hostel, the rooms have a balcony. At Harbour Inn, rooms have air conditioning and a private bathroom.

    From US$43.35 per night
  • mura sa sunvalley

    El Nido
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.9
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of garden, mura sa sunvalley is located in El Nido, 70 metres from Caalan Beach.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Located in El Nido, paradise budget Palawan hostel is 90 metres from Caalan Beach and provides various facilities, such as a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar.

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in El Nido and nearby

  • Laule'a Hostel

    El Nido
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

    Located in El Nido, 200 metres from El Nido Beach, Laule'a Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

    From US$27.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, One Hostel - El Nido is set in El Nido, 100 metres from Lapus Lapus Beach and 400 metres from Corong Corong Beach.

  • Kame House Hostel

    El Nido
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 614 reviews

    Situated in El Nido, 100 metres from Corong Corong Beach, Kame House Hostel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$44.32 per night
  • Big Paul Hostel

    El Nido
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 439 reviews

    Big Paul Hostel in El Nido provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge and a bar.

    From US$40.46 per night
  • Backpackers homebase El Nido Palawan Free use of motorbike provides accommodation in El Nido. At the hostel, the rooms are equipped with a balcony.

    From US$22.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews

    Located in Nacpan Beach, 16.6 km from El Nido, Mad Monkey Hostel Nacpan Beach features a tour service. This beachfront property also boasts a restaurant and a bar that plays music until late at night.

    From US$46.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

    El nido hostel sun valley has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in El Nido.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.8
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge, bar and free WiFi, budget bed El Nido sunvalley is located in El Nido, 200 metres from Caalan Beach.

FAQ about hostels in El Nido

Hostels that guests love in El Nido

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  • Avg. price/night: US$81.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
    Fucking best hostel i stayed in. Just loved the vibe had so much fun. If u wanna have the best time of your life I really recommend this hostel!!! And the best person at this hostel u have to meet is grogu ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ and don’t forget about the hostel dogs, I fell in love with kachila
    Guest review by
    Luna Marie
    People with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,307 reviews
    The Hostel is very welcoming, providing free breakfast to those staying. The staff and managers were all especially kind and treated you with respect & were able to help with trips and tours. It was my first experience in a hostel & I met loads of new people and had an unforgettable experience. The place had a perfect balance of fun & relaxing moments with the different activities they did every night which was also nice. An overall great place to stay for those on a budget and especially solo travellers
    Guest review by
    Ahmed
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,307 reviews
    The hostel is very clean and modern. The staff is really great and helpful. The breakfast is very good, and the restaurant in the youth hostel offers really delicious dishes for cheap. The hostel is located just a two-minute walk from the city centre. I recommend, I had a very pleasant stay there👍👌
    Guest review by
    thibault
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,307 reviews
    One of the best hostel I've been to so far. Located a little outside El Nido, the place is quiet at night. Great vibe and music until 8-9pm. Good value for money. The facilities are very good, first time I see bunk beds with double sized mattresses. Everything has been well thought about. The building itself is very cool and the space invites to chill. Breakfast is amazing, with omelet station and plenty of food. Staff is super nice.
    Guest review by
    Mathilde
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,486 reviews
    Probably the best hostel I stayed in, very private place to sleep (with the door and the shelves and private fan and light and pretty spacious). Great location, very friendly staff, water and snacks for free. It was a great experience!
    Guest review by
    Anna
    Solo traveller