The 10 best cheap hotels in El Nido, Philippines

The best cheap hotels in El Nido

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Happiness Hostel El Nido

Happiness Hostel El Nido is located in El Nido, a few steps from El Nido Beach. This 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with a shared bathroom.

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Pedro

From

Australia

Well located. Lovely aesthetic. CLEAN rooms and bathrooms. Friendly staff. PRIVACY due to the sliding doors / capsule format.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,387 reviews

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$24.05

1 night, 2 adults

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Z Garden Hotel Managed by H Hospitality

Hotel in El Nido

Located in El Nido, Z Garden Hotel Managed by H Hospitality is a few steps from El Nido Beach. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a concierge service and free WiFi.

I

Iqmal Daniel

From

Malaysia

What I really liked about this stay was the exceptional service from the staff. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. (shout out Remy), and another staff member whose name I unfortunately forgot. They kindly helped treat my leg after I accidentally fell into a hole, which I truly appreciated. The room itself was very nice, clean, and well equipped with plenty of amenities. I was impressed by the high-quality equipment, such as the Smeg water heater and Dyson hair dryer, as well as the LED mirror. The air conditioning was very cold, making the room extremely comfortable. The location was also great, just outside the main town, so it was peaceful and away from the noise, yet still convenient. Additionally, the hotel did an excellent job arranging my Tour A activities and assisting with bike rental, which made my stay smooth and hassle-free. Overall, a very pleasant experience.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews

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$78.66

1 night, 2 adults

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The Sanctuary

El Nido

The Sanctuary is a recently renovated guest house in El Nido where guests can make the most of its private beach area and garden.

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Marc

From

United States

The owners Dean and his wife went well beyond on help getting places and went out of their way to make sure we were totally taken care of, amazing view and food was excellent, staff treated us like family and of course we will stay their again!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews

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$37.61

1 night, 2 adults

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Anahaw

El Nido

Featuring a terrace, Anahaw features accommodations in El Nido. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

K

Keuter

From

Netherlands

Great service. Good food. Nice room. Clean.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

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$74.09

1 night, 2 adults

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Dos Playa EcoCamp Daracoton Island

El Nido

Dos Playa EcoCamp Daracoton Island has a garden, private beach area, a terrace and restaurant in El Nido.

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Nicole

From

Ecuador

The location is superb, the staff and the owners were very friendly and accommodating and gave us good recommendations of the area and for our travels The rooms beautiful and well kept

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 634 reviews

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$44.45

1 night, 2 adults

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Parada Beach Camp

El Nido

Parada Beach Camp in El Nido provides adults-only accommodations with pool with a view, a garden, and a bar. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free Wifi.

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Alexis

From

Japan

We really needed to disconnect from a stressful year and spent the New Year there. From the adventurous trip to actually get there to the accommodation, everything was unique. We had a great time. The great hosts just opened this camp recently and you can tell how passionate they are. They can be very proud of what they did. We forgot our busy life and relaxed fully. Thanks to them.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

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$66.01

1 night, 2 adults

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Domes and Dreams Lio Glamping

El Nido

Domes and Dreams Lio Glamping in El Nido provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a bar.

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Sergio

From

Spain

If you’re reading this—stop and book it. Seriously. This place is worth every single peso. • Great location ✅ • Incredible service ✅ • Super comfortable rooms ✅ • FREE motorbike (!) ✅ • Thoughtful extras like airport pickup, breakfast to-go, beach towels, umbrellas… ✅ What else could you possibly ask for? ⸻ 📍 Location The hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Lio Beach, one of the best beaches in El Nido. It’s also only 15 minutes from El Nido Town, making it super convenient for island hopping tours and dinner spots—without the noise at night. And if you’re chasing sunsets, Nacpan Beach is just 30 minutes away. Truly the perfect base to explore paradise. ⸻ 🛏️ Room We stayed in one of their domes, and it was honestly one of the most comfortable glamping experiences we’ve had. The room was spotless, cozy, and—surprisingly—not full of insects. But just in case, they also provide insect repellents. We were initially concerned about three things: 1. Roosters: Yes, you’ll hear them (welcome to the Philippines!). But they also offer earplugs and a noise-canceling machine. We didn’t need them—but it’s great to have the option. 2. Heat: Not an issue at all. The AC and fan worked so well we actually turned them off at night. 3. Outdoor bathroom: Totally fine. Clean, private, and added to the charm. ⸻ 💁 Service TJ, Bham-Bham, and the rest of the team made our stay feel like home. Our room was cleaned daily, and the breakfast was next-level good—plenty of delicious options, and they’re happy to customize based on your preferences. ⸻ 🏍️ Motorbike & Extras This is the real game changer. A free motorbike included in your stay? That alone saves you 700–900 PHP per day. In El Nido, having a bike is a must—taxis are expensive (300 PHP to town, 450 to Las Cabañas, 900 to Nacpan). They also: • Pick you up and drop you off at the airport • Offer early breakfast if you leave for tours • Provide beach towels and umbrellas Seriously, they’ve thought of everything.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews

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$60.81

1 night, 2 adults

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ALON Villas

Hotel in El Nido

Located in El Nido and with Calitang Beach reachable within 1.8 miles, ALON Villas has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. Guests can enjoy garden views.

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Anup

From

United States

Fantastic oasis in a stunning setting. The design is incredible. The room has all the finishes of a high end luxury hotel. Plants are everywhere. A few mins by motorcycle to nacpan beach yet surrounded by nature in beautiful rice fields that seems so far from civilization.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews

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$79.35

1 night, 2 adults

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HIRAYA Camp Site - FREE use of SCOOTER must have a VALID driving LICENSE

El Nido

Featuring quiet street views, HIRAYA Camp Site - FREE use of SCOOTER must have a VALID driving LICENSE in El Nido features accommodations and a garden.

J

Julian Boers

From

Netherlands

Very friendly staff, thanks to them it really feels like a second home. The place is also very clean and well maintained; even the shared bathrooms. We extended our stay with 2 more nights. The tent on the ground was ok, but the tent upstairs felt really good. Just a little bit less privacy than the cottages, but for the price and comfort it gave it was perfect. Location is great, most of the times it is quiet. Only some times some noises from a party of church nearby.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews

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$51.86

1 night, 2 adults

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Ursula Beach Resort

Hotel in El Nido

Ursula Beach Resort has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in El Nido. The property has room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

C

Chance

From

United States

The location! It felt like I had the whole beach to myself and it was very quiet

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews

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$49.39

1 night, 2 adults

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