With sparkly white sand and azure waves, El Nido is every beach bums’ paradise. This charming municipality on the island of Palawan is home to dozens of beautiful places to explore. Enjoy the sun and ocean in Nacpan Beach, by sunbathing or engaging in water sports, such as surfing and kayaking. Visit Big Lagoon to marvel at the limestone cliffs and crystal-clear water. Hidden Beach, filled with beautiful rock formations and aquatic life, is definitely worth visiting. If you want to make the most of your time here, why not go the extra mile and book a stay at a beach resort? Enjoy the wonders of the beach from the comfort of your room. Read on to learn more about the top beach resorts in El Nido, Philippines.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Buko Beach Resort (from USD 245)
Reasonable pricing for a beachfront resort with free room service.
Intimate, well-kept cottages with outdoor bathrooms, a pool, and a bar/restaurant.
Convenient beachfront location with easy access to Maremegmeg beach and El Nido town.
Delicious breakfast, varied menu, and great sunset views at the restaurant.
Buko Beach Resort has everything you could want for your vacation. Guest rooms come with a terrace to enjoy the sea breeze, and are also equipped with air-conditioning. In-room massages are available to soothe your tired muscles after a long day outdoors. The on-site restaurant and bar serve multi-cuisine fares.
To top it all off, this resort has an excellent location. As a beachfront resort, it offers equipment for water sports such as snorkeling and diving. Nacpan Beach is about 23 kilometers (14 miles) from here.
Buko Beach Resort
Address: Lot 10, Sitio Lugadia, Barangay Corong Corong, Palawan
8.92 km (5.6 mi) from Shimizu Island
2. Cauayan Island Resort and Spa (from USD 700)
Cauayan Island Resort and Spa’s excellent location coupled with its amenities will definitely seal the deal for you. Relax as much as you like in this resort, by admiring the beach and garden views from the private balcony or enjoying a massage at Cauayan Spa. Or you can enjoy your vacation to the fullest, by going diving at any of the diving spots offered by Cauayan Diving Center and kayaking on the crystal-clear seawater.
At the end of the day, don’t forget to pamper your taste buds in the on-site restaurant. The in-house pool bar serves cocktails and finger foods.
Cauayan Island Resort and Spa
Address: Cauayan Island, Bacuit Bay, Palawan
14.14 km (8.8 mi) from Shimizu Island
3. Matinloc Resort (from USD 322)
This beachfront resort gives guests beautiful views of the ocean from their own rooms, along with other useful amenities such as free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and a flat-screen TV.
Recreation is guaranteed as well. At Matinloc Resort, guests can go snorkeling or kayaking, enjoy themselves at the private beach area, or hire boats to visit nearby islands. The on-site restaurant serves Asian and Italian cuisines for guests.
Traveler's tips
Compared to the main island, Matinloc is much closer to the location of Big Lagoon on Miniloc Island. So if you wish to get to the famous lagoon before the huge crowd, you can choose to stay here. But swarmed by tourists or not, Big Lagoon's beauty cannot be simply sidelined. I visited around September, an off-peak month, but I still thought that the tourist attraction was packed. IG-worthy pics were still possible as most of the guides had camera tricks up their sleeves. I recommend that you explore the rock tunnel at the farther end of the lagoon for a complete experience.
Matinloc Resort
Address: Matinloc Island, Palawan
5.35 km (3.4 mi) from Shimizu Island
4. ANGKLA Beach Club & Boutique Resort (from USD 486)
Just two minutes away from the highly rated Nacpan Beach is Angkla Beach Club & Boutique Resort, a travel sustainable property with dozens of amenities for its guests. When you’re not at the beach, you can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool or dine in the on-site restaurant and bar. After a long day, relax and feel at home in your air-conditioned room. Being a beachfront resort means this property also has excellent views of the ocean, along with a garden.
ANGKLA Beach Club & Boutique Resort
Address: Nacpan Beach Barangay Bucana
22.11 km (13.8 mi) from Shimizu Island
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5. Mahogany Resort & Spa (from USD 181)
This resort is perfect for those looking to stay close to multiple beaches. Mahogany Resort & Spa is just 1.5 kilometers (0.9 miles) away from both Corong Corong Beach and Lapus Lapus Beach, making it great for cutting down travel time and enjoying your trip to the fullest.
In addition, Mahogany Resort & Spa also offers several amenities, such as a spa where guests can enjoy several kinds of massages Water sports, including diving and windsurfing, are available for an additional charge.
Mahogany Resort & Spa
Address: Corong Corong Beach, Palawan
9.05 km (5.7 mi) from Shimizu Island
6. Seda Lio (from USD 348)
Great value, close to local restaurants, free airport transportation.
Top-notch facilities, wonderful pool area, clean rooms, private beach.
Conveniently located near airport, clean and pretty beach, proximity to restaurants.
Friendly staff, good food, extensive buffet breakfast, private beach dining.
This 5-star resort boasts an excellent location right in front of a beach. Only 7.8 kilometers (4.8 miles) away from Corong Corong Beach and 13.3 kilometers (8.2 miles) from Nacpan Beach, Seda Lio has everything you could want for your beach trip.
The on-site restaurant, Misto, serves international cuisine for meals, and an outdoor swimming pool is also available for guests. The game room and the kids’ pool make it perfect for a family trip with children.
Seda Lio
Address: Lio Tourism Estate, Barangay Villa Libertad, Palawan
13.51 km (8.4 mi) from Shimizu Island
7. Last Frontier Beach Resort - Adults Only (from USD 237)
Reasonable pricing for island resort. Affordable tours and transportation.
Beautiful gardens, spacious rooms, and a lovely pool area. Helpful staff and well-organized tours.
Scenic beachfront location with stunning sunset views. Close to town and restaurants.
Delicious and varied food options. Enjoyable breakfast, great cocktails, and excellent restaurant location.
This adults-only resort is close to several popular beaches and tourist spots, such as Corong Corong Beach, just 1.4 kilometers (0.9 miles) away, and Marimegmeg Beach 2.7 kilometers (1.6 miles) away, making it a great choice for your summer vacation.
Bask under the sun at this beachfront resort - by the outdoor swimming pool or on your private patio. Guests can also enjoy the diverse cuisine offered at the on-site restaurant, including Spanish, Italian, and Mediterranean.
Last Frontier Beach Resort-Adults Only
Address: Barangay Corong-Corong, Palawan
9.06 km (5.7 mi) from Shimizu Island
8. Corong Beach Resort (from USD 55)
Excellent value for money, affordable breakfast, and reasonably priced scooter rental.
Clean rooms, fresh drinking water, laundry service, and helpful staff for tour booking and transportation.
Perfect beachfront location with stunning sunsets, close to restaurants and bars, and within walking distance to El Nido town.
Delicious and affordable breakfast with great options, stunning views while dining, and helpful staff for restaurant recommendations.
As the name implies, Corong Beach Resort is perfect for those searching for a place close to Corong Corong Beach, this resort is only a five-minute drive away! Guests can admire the ocean view from the balcony in their rooms, complete with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Each morning, visitors can enjoy a continental or Asian breakfast. Corong Beach Resort also offers off-site canoeing for an additional charge.
Corong Beach Resort
Address: Talindak Beach Front Cottages, Sitio Lugadia, Barangay Corong-Corong, El Nido, Palawan
9.0 km (5.6 mi) from Shimizu Island
9. El Nido Garden Resort (from USD 152)
Affordable rates for spacious rooms with stunning beach views.
Convenient location, excellent gym facilities, and a well-maintained swimming pool.
Ideal location within walking distance to town and with easy access to attractions.
Great choice and selection of food, with breakfast matching diving schedule.
Highly rated for its location, El Nido Garden Resort is ideal for those with a long list of activities to enjoy and places to visit. This resort is only a 15-minute walk from Caalan Beach and a 7-minute drive from Cadlao Island.
The resort offers a buffet breakfast to start the day, and each room features a terrace to inhale the fresh air. The outdoor swimming pool is free for guests to enjoy, while spa services include different kinds of massages.
El Nido Garden Resort
Address: Sitio Cabugao, Barangay Masagana, Palawan
9.56 km (6.0 mi) from Shimizu Island
10. Cadlao Resort and Restaurant (from USD 255)
If you’re looking for somewhere close to both the beach and town, search no further. Cadlao Resort and Restaurant is just a four-minute walk from Caalan Beach, and close to El Nido Beach as well which is a three-minute drive away. All of its seaside bungalows have private swimming pools, and the on-site restaurant serves delicious Asian cuisine.
Kayaking, diving, and snorkeling are but a few of the activities Cadlao Resort and Restaurant offers its guests. You can also go on a cultural tour or an island tour organized by the resort.
Cadlao Resort and Restaurant
Address: Sitio Caalan, Barangay Masagana, Palawan
9.7 km (6.1 mi) from Shimizu Island
Make the most of your time in El Nido
El Nido has plenty of fun activities and gorgeous attractions to offer, but first, you have to find your home away from home in this town. Did any of these beach resorts catch your eye? If so, make sure to book now and go on an amazing beach trip that you’ll always cherish.
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