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Reviews of Pukka Hostel • El Nido

Brgy. Corongcorong, 5313 El Nido, Philippines

#112 of 149 hotels in El Nido

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Review Score

Based on 45 hostel reviews

7.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.8

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    7.4

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free Wifi

    6.2

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  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    8.0
    It was a nice stay overall
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location is a bit far from the center, but you can get a tuk tuk for 100 pesos tô go to the town or to the las cabanas beach. There is no many restaurants options nearby, so it is necessary to get a tuk tuk

    It is more a hotel than a hostel. There was no people at all. We booked Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room, but as wee were in 2 people, the place was for ourselves, once there was only 2 beds. The restaurant did not open most of the time, but the food was good. It was very clean, but the smell from the old AC is a bit annoying.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2024

    8.0
    Overall a good choice for a hostel in el nido
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The AC in the room didn’t work, it was super hot and there was no wifi or service in the room.

    The common area is super nice, the staff is friendly and the location is amazing.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 9, 2024

    7.0
    Amazing view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast choice, quality and quantity is very moderate Found a big lizard in the room Small lizards everywhere but not a big problem

    Staff is very helpful and friendly View is amazing

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 8, 2024

    7.0
    Beautiful view
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room I was in is very outdated. The view made up for it.

    Very clean, great view and nice staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 5, 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights

    This property is for one night, no more. TV was decoration on the wall, air conditioning - is too old, the towel does not absorb water, blanket without duvet cover (it was weird), mismatch between price and quality

    Nice location and inside territory

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2024

    8.0
    Pleasant stay in convenient location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Only 2 persons in the dorm, private bathroom. Nice restaurant to meet people. close to activities

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2024

    8.0
    Private room with scenic view
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    During my recent stay, I was delighted to find a private room with a balcony boasting breathtaking views of the bay. The staff was incredibly friendly and professional, promptly catering to my every request. Although I didn't sample the breakfast, I was impressed by their efficiency in arranging transportation to Port Barton on my behalf.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 2, 2024

    6.0
    Good location close to the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms were not well equipped at all. Nothing to hang clothes or shelves or bedsides tables, we spent 6 nights there with everything on the floor. Mattress super uncomfortable. Bathroom with not shower curtains. Balcony with not even 1 chair They don’t clean the room daily unless you ask for it

    Location and the bar

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 29, 2024

    8.0
    Handy hostel for a restful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I didn't have any issues at all. The only thing is that wifi connection is patchy, best coverage is in the common areas. This was not a problem at all for me, but if someone needs wifi in the room this is not so good. Saying this, internet connection is patchy everywhere in El Nido

    This was a great place for a restful stay. Easy reach of both town and the beach (need to hop on a tricycle but they are readily available outside and fairly priced) but without the noise and chaos of all the tourists. It is also just opposite a great diving centre, so that worked out well for me since I wanted to dive rather than do the tours. I booked a dorm bed but on arrival I was upgraded to a private room, so I cannot really say what the dorms look like, but the private room was great.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2024

    8.0
    Liked the location out of town and good value for the price. 100p flat rate for trikes to and from El Nido.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unfortunate aromas from the bathroom drains and the neighbors slash and burn gardening methods😆 unattentive and uppity receptionist. Swimming at the beach requires wading some distance.

    Nice room, great view/sunset and cool communal area/ restaurant also with an Ocean view. Nice quiet area with plenty of bars/restaurants along the beach.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2024

    8.0
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stair long walk

    Place quiet and stunning view overlooking

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The wifi didn’t work in our room and there wasn’t phone reception on the property either. We had to be in the common area to connect to any service. The bathroom had a terrible smell unfortunately.

    The staff were great and the free breakfast was simple but good. Also we ate dinner there one night and the food was surprisingly good. It was super easy to get a tricycle wherever we needed to go from just outside the hostel!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 17, 2024

    8.0
    Basic but everything you need hostel in good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast fast very very basic. One day we had a little scrambled with three blank pieces of toast

    If you want to avoid the crowds in El Nido Corong Corong beach is your place to go. The view from the balconies is amazing! You can enjoy amazing sunsets either from the balcony or you can simply go down to the beach that is close by. The room itself is basic but offers everything you need. The staff is very helpful and welcoming :)

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some unpleasant attitude from the stuff.

    The place is nice. Clean room, comfortable bed.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 3, 2024

    8.0
    Nice stay close to the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You have to ask to clean the room. The decoration of the room is not the best.

    This hotel is really close to maremegmeg beach. You can go walking to corong corong beach. We had a beautiful view from our balcony. There were many restaurants close to the hotel (Chica Chica) We had breakfast included (pancakes, eggs, fruit and coffee)

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 13, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location and staff, especially April from the front office has been very helpful

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 9, 2023

    8.0
    Rooms are really good, service provided can still be improved
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    20% service charge is really much and does not really translate into exceptionnal service: rooms are not cleaned everyday, no daily towel change. Breakfast is just a couple eggs in omelette with a sweet and sour sauce. Gets very repetitive .. A few improvements: a comfy chair on the balcony, a minifridge, daily towel change, daily cleaning, and complimentary water bottles , at least on arrival

    Rooms are really nice, spacious enough and with a stunning sea view. Beds are comfy. Staff at the front desk is helpful and friendly

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wi-Fi was not working, even in the communal areas. made it difficult.

    lovely view, clean rooms

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2023

    7.0
    Budget hostel with poor Wi-Fi and cell but nice rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A new hostel with confusing communication. Big haul of luggage up steps. Wi-Fi doesn’t work in room. no cellular connection. Far from town.

    Quality rooms and beds. Attractive dining area. Great view.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The hostel location is about a 45-50 minute walk from the main attractions in El Nido, 10 minutes by tuk tuk.

    I arrived at the hostel past the check in time [23:30], however, there was still someone there to help me check in. The staff were very welcoming and friendly. The beds are comfortable and they even provided some basic toiletries. The hostel itself is very quiet and has a relaxing atmosphere.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hostel is on the main road, so it can be loud, sleeping with earplugs will help

    Everything was fine! Especially the owner was so kind! Would come back here!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    4.0
    If cleanliness, safety and comfort is your top priority, do not stay here. If you don’t mind roughing it out, then it’s
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bedroom tiles were lifted in some parts, I tripped a few times. Uncomfortable mattress and pillow. Sheets have a weird smell. Room itself was not very clean, had to use wipes to clean further. Bathroom has a lot of mold in the ceiling. Aircon unit has mold and dust. Overall the room just felt icky and didn’t smell fresh.

    good location. access to tricycles. great restaurant beside it called Chica Chica which belongs to the hotel next door. Hot water was working well, wifi worked well (though router requires rebooting every now and again). Aircon unit working well (but very dirty).

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    5.0
    It is ok for few days and in the end there is what you really need.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is no room cleaning during the stay. The ac is very noisy. There is nothing in the bathroom to put your things on despite the sink ( a small thingy would be nice ).

    Friendly staff and nice room view. The areas were clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved this place! The staff were so nice and accommodating for all your needs. I booked several tours through them as well. The rooms are great!!! Big beds and only 2 people per room. The place looks like a hotel, not a hostel. The restaurant had some amazing dishes, and the view and vibe were fantastic! I would highly recommend this place for a quiet and comfortable sleep. It's away from the city area but close enough to the beach too.

    Stayed in March 2024

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