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Cauayan Island, Bacuit Bay, Palawan, 5313 El Nido, Philippines

#7 of 150 hotels in El Nido

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 155 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: May 7, 2024

    9.0
    It was an excellent resort, would highly recommend, wish we could have stayed longer!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bay View Cauayan Pool Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The villa had some animal noises at night on the last 2 nights, not sure if it was a cat or bird or other. The TV was limited to Netflix - no regular programs and someone tried to fix it but unable to. The massage was great but we’ve had better.

    The location, resort, food and drinks with that extensive menu , and especially the staff all excellent. The Bayview Villa and pool excellent. The 1/2 day speedboat trip was excellent too. The staff friendliness and service was outstanding. The security staff were friendly and always there so we felt secure.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2024

    10
    Relaxing, pampering, beautiful, unique.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach View Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing location but what really stands out is the service and friendliness of the staff. They are incredibly helpful and caring for your needs. The sunset cruise is highly recommended and the spa offered one of the best massage experiences we ever had.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach View Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No proper shading in the room, they don't provide an easy way to get to El nido, property itself can be better maintained - less bugs. Musky smell ib the closet

    The food, the pool, the beach, creativity of the staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bay View Cauayan Pool Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Extra small charges for things when already paid so much for the stay

    The staff are very accommodating, especially Salil and JElwin

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach View Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not much diving possibilities. Lots of dead coral at house reef dive. Further dive sites only possible if more than two divers. Would have wished for more fruit variety at breakfast buffet.

    Extremely friendly staff. Excellent dinner / lunch selection! Beautiful and very clean beach Beautiful location! Lovely design with huts blending in to the surroundings. Very quiet!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    10
    Cozy resort with Private beach and exceptional staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Beach Front Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 4 nights

    It is good for 2-3 days if someone just wants to relax by the beach and pool. not many activities there. After sunset its not much to do there. no entertainment.

    We enjoyed the pool and bar area very much. It was picture-perfect. The staff was exceptionally polite and caring. Especially, Jason and Nick. We were the only family with kids; they didn't make us feel that.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful island with amazing staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach View Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel is a bit old but pretty comfortable. We had to book a beach villa since the water villa was not available for the whole stay and we unfortunately were allocated to a room in the second row with no access to private sun beds by the beach -only to first row beach villas (which was not advised open booking). Food was good but not great. The beach is nice but due to the tide you can’t swim at all times

    Staff was very helpful and pleasant, specially at the restaurant and pool bar. The tours from the hotel were amazing. The hike is totally worth it, amazing views. The spa was truly a gem, the masseuses 10/10.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    9.0
    Gorgeous place but starting to show its age. Lovely staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach Front Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wear and tear noticeable, eg umbrellas, boats, furniture. Staff either too full on or not enough, eg. when arrived we got bombarded but when relaxed not much, however staff are always friendly. More activities would be great and more interaction with guests eg. on a trek tell us it will be hard but also tell us about nature surroundings, tell us where the best place to snorkel on the island is. Little things go a long way to make it 5 star, so a bit overpriced.

    Gorgeous place, lots of meals to choose from, private for the most part. Staff are friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    10
    My husband and I had an amazing time in Cauayan Resort. We can’t wait to go back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach Front Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My heart goes to the bellman as they are carrying all the luggages- up the hill to down the hill repeatedly. I understand that the golf cart won’t work in the property.

    What an incredible stay. The secluded island was purely magical but it was the resort staff which made the experience memorable. Thank you to everyone involved and a special thanks to the operations manager Salil and his well trained employees such as Irnel (hiking and snorkeling guide), Jason and Cristian ( bar staff), JC, Liza, and Karl (wait staff) and Jay, Mark and EJ? along with the entire bell staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Lagoon Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The best resort we've been to in the Philippines! The view is stunning, outstanding service, delicious food and the spa was excellent. Highly recommended! :)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2024

    10
    The property was beautiful and the staff was exceptional.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach View Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property was stunning! My favourite hotel I’ve stayed at to date.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2024

    10
    Definitely recommended for couples or families!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Sunrise Cauayan Pool Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Secluded, very quiet, drinks, food, staff, services, everything was awesome!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    10
    The perfect island getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Water Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was amazing, nothing to fault.

    The location was spectacular. We stayed in a water villa which was beautiful. We got a spa treatment during our stay which was a massive standout. All staff were so friendly.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Beach Front Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Staff are welcoming. Top tier customer service and hospitality

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2024

    9.0
    Little piece of paradise.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach View Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing to dislike.

    Exceptionally beautiful location. The food and service for all meals was very good. Plenty of availability for sunbeds both on the beach and by the pool.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2024

    10
    Would definitely return!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach View Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not a great swimming beach

    Luxurious privacy in a tropical setting.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2024

    10
    A paradise for Adam and Eve
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Beach View Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Far from shopping activities.

    Secluded, quiet, scenic, clean.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 14, 2024

    9.0
    Heaven
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach Front Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing to dislike

    SPA

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2024

    10
    Enjoyed every second of our stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Water Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The water villa is very loud at times due to the waves underneath but this is to be somewhat expected!

    Beautiful location and very friendly staff for whom nothing was too much

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 7, 2024

    9.0
    The place for relaxation, amazing service, and 360 beautiful views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach View Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had some minor issues with the lightening in our room during the last night.

    The incredible location - very clean, open and beautiful views - and amazing staff!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2024

    10
    Enjoy the view!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach Front Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 4 nights

    It is nothing major, but I think some items on the menu the Chef needs to improve their flavor.

    I chose this place to propose to my partner; it is a paradise, and every staff person makes you feel amazing. The restaurant at the property is fantastic; breakfast with a view and excellent service is included in your stay—a variety of fruit, fresh juices, coffee, bread, and many other delicious items. Dinners are a la carte and are not included in your stay, but if you get the all-inclusive package, you can have lunch, dinner, and alcohol included. The Filipino food portions are pretty big, so I recommend sharing those plates; the rest are perfect and balanced. For every meal, you will have a view of the beach.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2024

    10
    Heaven
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Lagoon Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Had issue with the shower drainage however the issue was fixed within the 30 minutes. Always had prompt responses from staff!

    All the staff and food was amazing. Very quiet and all the facilities exceeded our expectations. Reccmmend doing the sunrise walk however you need to have experience climbing.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 4, 2024

    10
    A unique experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Water Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 1 night

    This place is a dream! better than the pictures! The rooms are very comfortable and it is a unique experience to stay in a island not so many people! We loved it.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Beach View Villa with Free Roundtrip Lio Airport Transfers
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Arrival dock a bit rough

    Location , staff , activities , food

    Stayed in December 2023

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