Cadlao El Nido Resort

I randomly found this place on Google, and what a nice surprise. Very quaint bungalows. Service top notch ! We did island hopping and land tour, which were wonderful. The restaurant there where breakfast is included was very good. Local Filipino food to American style. Mary, one of the servers, was always warm and so helpful. Everyone was very kind and hospitable. The only thing in our room was that the shower did not get hot enough for my liking. I always like a hot shower even though it's hot & humid outside. I would come here again. Beautiful setting on the beach.

A beautiful resort set in a more secluded area, only accessible by tuk-tuk which is no problem at all as the staff arrange it perfectly. The short ride itself is charming, crossing small bridges and passing local scenery. The beachfront bar and restaurant offer epic views of the sunset and the bay dotted with islands. The grounds are lush, with beautiful palm trees, and the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. There are three swimming pools, so plenty of choice, and the restaurant serves delicious food. Compared to other places we stayed in the Philippines, this spot felt a bit busier, with some louder tourists. The resort has certain rules to keep things under control, which works well but does make the atmosphere a little less laid-back. Overall, it’s a beautiful place and definitely worth considering if you’re in El Nido.

Blown away by the quality of the staff. Nothing is too much trouble. The rooms are very comfortable and well located. Don't be put off by the distance from town, as the resort runs a 24-hour drop-off and collection service.|Watching the sun set into the sea between the islands from the restaurant located right on the water is very special. The restaurant menu draws on the cuisine of the Philippines, and the quality of food and service for my birthday dinner was exceptional. I cannot recommend this resort highly enough.

Our stay at Cadlao Resort in El Nido was a memorable and relaxing escape with friends. From the moment we arrived, the service was warm and attentive—everyone made us feel right at home.||||The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-designed, offering one of the best views we’ve ever seen in El Nido. Waking up to the breathtaking sight of the ocean and limestone cliffs from our room was truly unforgettable.||||The highlight of the resort is the infinity pool, perfectly positioned to showcase Cadlao Island and the iconic El Nido seascape. Whether you’re swimming or just lounging poolside, the view is simply stunning.||||Although breakfast is plated, the portions are satisfying and the food is fresh and well-prepared. The peaceful and open atmosphere of the resort, surrounded by lush gardens and coastal scenery, adds to its charm.||||If you’re looking for a serene and picturesque place to stay in El Nido, Cadlao Resort is the perfect choice—beautiful, quiet, and everything feels thoughtfully done.

So where to begin with this review… I’m only just in the airport after leaving and I’m already having a meltdown about going back to reality after these guys went over and above to create such a special holiday. On arrival it was such a hot day and to be given beautiful refreshments as we waited on our room(we arrived early and they also gave us early check in- legends!) We also had some of the most fresh exquisite food, for lunch and dinner… cocktails were absolutely unreal by the bartender Val. We seen turtles peeking their heads up from the reef at breakfast, we never waited for anything… always served with a beautiful smile… the girls at reception were so informative about what to do and how to make the best of our trip ,how to get from a to b… the ONLY downfall is no kayaks or paddle boards in the hotel as we would have loved to head out to see the turtles up closer… but honestly that wasn’t even a big deal in regards to all of the greatness.. the room we were in was a little cozy, but that wasn’t even an issue- we did ask to upgrade and they could accommodate us (again always accomodating) but not for the full duration of our trip so we would have needed to move again which we just preferred to stay where we were. The massage from the girls in the spa area-again,my partner said it was the best he’s ever had and we had a few in the Phillipines.. I read a few reviews that said it was a bit pricey, well I disagree,because you get what you pay for and everyone and everything in this hotel was just top notch. The views, the staff, the free pick up and drop off at the town square .

Resort is good, quiet, beach front with 3 pools. Room - small but overall nice. Our 1st night was sweaty because we were not aware that the AC was set to automatic fan after a few hours. We woke up sweating. Service - housekeeping staff are good but we had concerns about our missing food. We brought our food for dinner because their resto is only up to 10pm. Before we went out, the housekeeping prepared our tables outside our rooms. They gave us table utensils and cover for our food. But when we came back our food was gone. We told them the incident but they told us that maybe a astray dog took it. We justified that it can't be a stray dog because the table settings are still the same with cover. And hello?! They allowed the stray dogs to go around the resort? We just wanted to hear "sorry for the incident"! And we wanted to let them know for investigation to improve their security. But when we told the incident their reactions were as if it was our fault that we left our food. Its really disappointing. Moreover, when we check out there was an additional charge for 1 cappuccino worth P450. We are forced to pay it even though we told them it was not us, the signature in the order slip was not ours. We are even willing to show our ID's with signature to prove that it was not really us. Location - good because they have free rides going out and back to the hotel

From the moment I arrived at the property, I was greeted with genuine hospitality. The staff here are exceptionally warm, friendly, and hardworking, always smiling. In addition to the amazing staff, the food was fantastic. From the daily breakfast, to dining here every evening, each meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented — big thanks to the chefs! The resort is conveniently close to town and offers a tranquil, peaceful atmosphere with breathtaking views. The rooms were clean and equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Thank you to everyone here for making our trip so enjoyable. Would definitely return!

The Resort is nothing short of fantastic. My wife and I spent 5 nights there earlier in April and were absolutely blown away. The location is great, the resort, the rooms the restaurant, all 6 star. The service was impeccable. Quite simply the best I have had in my many trips to the Philippines. Service was always personal, thoughtful and with a smile. We will be back later this year, for the views, the people, the food and not forgetting Happy Hour.

When visiting Palawan, Cadlao El Nido Resort should be your only option! I will never go to another hotel in El Nido ever again because Cadlao has it all: clean and comfortable accommodations, amazing amenities, delicious food, and most impressive of all, top-tier service. Whether it's the front desk, the restaurant, the tuktuk drivers, or housekeeping, the staff here is serious about delivering best-of-its-class customer service. I have never experienced kindness and attention the way I have at Cadlao. My stay at the resort marked a monumental moment in my life because I was proposed to here, and it wouldn't have been possible without the help of the entire staff. Special shoutout to Kaye, Amiel, Monica, Kate, Nelda, and the fantastic chefs who made it perfect. It was the best moment of my life so far and I will never forget it or the people who made it happen. Aside from the service, the property itself is stunning with beachfront views, several accessible pools no matter which room you're in, and convenient amenities that make it so you never have to leave the resort if you don't want to. Of course, if you do, they also have a complimentary tuktuk service that will bring you into and from town. There are so many other things I could go on and on about. Like the way I'll never have food as good as Cadlao's ever again or the way I've never felt as relaxed and welcome as I did here, but I'll stop now or else I'll go on forever. Thank you for the visit of a LIFETIME, Cadlao. You've made my trip to the Philippines unforgettable. I'll be back as many more times as I can

Amazing resort quaint and secluded. Staff are so helpful. Restaurant food was amazing. Stormy weather but everything was in order. Crew work all night in the storm so guests are protected and everything cleared. The pickup and drop off from the airport was great, tuktuk drivers were great. Never heard any complaints just willingness to help and service deluxe. No TV in rooms so bonding with family was great. Thank you Cadlao

I booked this place for my honeymoon and my wife and I are so happy with our stay here . First off the staff here are amazing they are attentive and friendly. I arrived at 7am and check in was not until 2pm and they were able to expedite the room to be ready for us. The room was clean and had breath taking views of the Cadlao Island. Breakfast was my favorite part of the day with many varieties of food. I never got bored . The restaurant was great great food and staff. The ambiance of the hotel was different and set it apart from others. Loved every minute of it . The manager CID was the coolest guy ever. He always made sure we were doing well and he went out of his way to meet all of our needs Cadlao was an Amazing place. Only downside was the main pool with the best view was under construction and the power was out a few hours out of the day which made it inconvenient with the humidity the heat was attacking us. I would love to come back to Cadlao resort

I really love this place!!! It's away from the all night parties, but I'm old so there you go. Excellent service at the restobar!! They have different specials every night and never hated any of them.

Our experience at Cadlao was amazing. Located right off the beach, the resort has two pools, great food, and is less than a 15 min walk to the town center. Very friendly staff and reasonably priced.

Fantastic service. It is absolutely one of the best, if not the best resort near El Nido's town proper. The views are absolutely stunning. If you can get a room by the extension, absolutely get it. The swimming pool extension is better than the one near the bar/breakfast area. I forgot his name, but the old man is the best trike driver. He always had a smile on his face. Thanks Cadlao!

Cadlao is not the place for the in-town or beachfront all-night party stay, and even though it is a resort it doesn't have a sandy beach of its own. And I found it to be the ideal place for a great stay in El Nido. The resort is a bit out of the town center, and is totally inaccessible by island's roads. Instead, there is a path (really, a rag-tag assemblage of ad hoc paths, alleyways, and beach) that snakes along the waterfront to the north of the town. Cars and regular tricycles can't handle the path, so you'll transfer to a Cadlao tricycle with a driver who can navigate it. The initial ride along the path to the resort is almost worth the price of admission all by itself. So be sure to let the hotel know when you're coming so that the tricycle comes to get you. Once you're checked in, you don't really need the tricycle every time you want to go into town--it is only a ten-minute walk. Just look out for tricycles, motorbikes, wagons, and everything else that might run you over. Over all, I was glad to have a bit of relative peace and quiet and not be in the center of town or even the clubs of Corong Corong. The resort itself is well-designed and beautiful, sitting on a rocky outcropping into the bay. Every room has a deck and plenty of space. The hot water only lasted for about two minutes each morning. That didn't bother me too much because I'm a Californian who's been trained by the drought to keep my showers to two minutes, but plan accordingly. I wish the beds had even light blankets and not just sheets, since I have a hard time sleeping without some weight over me. I suppose Cadlao is just trying to cut costs on air conditioning. The aircon system, by the way, works quite well and can cool the room almost instantly. Internet service is, well, horrible. The network doesn't extend to any guest rooms; it is only available at the front office and in the restaurant. And even there, it is slow and spotty. Buy a SIM card at the airport or in town instead. Across the path from the resort is an affiliated boutique and activity-booking operation that is unexpectedly quite nice. At both the boutique and hotel, there are plenty of staff and they're extremely helpful and friendly. If you book a tour at the boutique instead of elsewhere in town, you pay a slight premium. On the other hand, the tour boat and guide pick you up and drop you off right at the resort, which is a very nice bonus. I took one tour with the Cadlao team, and it was one of best days I've ever had.

Christopher C.'s review is spot on. I'll add that the food at their restaurant is excellent and provides a breathtaking view of Cadlao Island