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El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge

Sitio Tandul, Barangay Buena Suerte, Palawan, 5313 El Nido, Philippines – Great location - show map

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8.6
Excellent
69 reviews

The hosts are very kind and accomodating and the breakfast was (indeed) the best we had during our stay in the Philippines. The view from the lodge is amazing! When it's low tide, you can walk in front of the lodge and look for sea creatures. The lodge is located in the local area away from the noisy tourists. It's a small 10 minute walk to the tourist area and you can enjoy some local Filipino snacks along the way. We loved our stay here!

Sarah Netherlands

Views were amazing and the host were very friendly and accommodating

Ankush United Arab Emirates

I loved the hostess and host, and the breakfast they have is truly amazing, it was all just great.

Melissa South Africa

Nice quiet location for El Nido. Gordon and Cristina are amazing hosts and organised all the activities without and hassle. They also have great breakfasts.

Lucas Philippines

Staff, clean beds, quiet place, location and good price.

Daniel Norway

Good price. Location is on the edge of the sea so you can see and hear the waves. The owners are really friendly and helpful. They helped me a out a couple of times with medical supplies, rice for my waterlogged phone and general advice about what to do and not to do in the area. It felt like a very communal atmosphere.

Douglas United States of America

The friendliest staff I’ve ever met; kinda feel like they were my parents! You can book all the island hopping tours, boat to Coron, van to Puerto Princesa etc with their help. The location is amazing, 10 mins away from the busy and touristy streets of El Nido, it’s really nice to be around locals. Breakfast is 10/10, I mean everything is just so delicious!! free coffee and water also available

Petra Finland

I really loved the vibe of the place!! Christina and Gordon are super lovely and helpful hosts. The guesthouse is located in the local community a bit outside the city, is quiet and feels more authentic.

Natascha Netherlands

Very friendly hosts, they can help you with everything. Feels like coming home after a day in el nido and around. Good sea view!

Alex Netherlands

Lovely location, great view from the balcony. A few minutes walk from the centre of El Nido. Set in the heart of the local Philipino community full of smiling happy children. Didn't want to leave.

John United Kingdom
8.6
Excellent
69 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The hosts are very kind and accomodating and the breakfast was (indeed) the best we had during our stay in the Philippines. The view from the lodge is amazing!”
    Sarah Sarah Netherlands Netherlands
  • “Views were amazing and the host were very friendly and accommodating”
    Ankush Ankush United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
  • “I loved the hostess and host, and the breakfast they have is truly amazing, it was all just great.”
    Melissa Melissa South Africa South Africa
  • “Nice quiet location for El Nido. Gordon and Cristina are amazing hosts and organised all the activities without and hassle. They also have great breakfasts.”
    Lucas Lucas Philippines Philippines
  • “Staff, clean beds, quiet place, location and good price.”
    Daniel Daniel Norway Norway
  • “Good price. Location is on the edge of the sea so you can see and hear the waves. The owners are really friendly and helpful.”
    Douglas Douglas United States of America United States of America
  • “The friendliest staff I’ve ever met; kinda feel like they were my parents! You can book all the island hopping tours, boat to Coron, van to Puerto Princesa etc with their help.”
    Petra Petra Finland Finland
  • “I really loved the vibe of the place!! Christina and Gordon are super lovely and helpful hosts.”
    Natascha Natascha Netherlands Netherlands
  • “Very friendly hosts, they can help you with everything. Feels like coming home after a day in el nido and around. Good sea view!”
    Alex Alex Netherlands Netherlands
  • “Lovely location, great view from the balcony. A few minutes walk from the centre of El Nido. Set in the heart of the local Philipino community full of smiling happy children. Didn't want to leave.”
    John John United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff 9.7
  • Facilities8.3
  • Cleanliness8.4
  • Comfort8.5
  • Value for money8.4
  • Location8.7
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Featuring a large and open wooden deck overlooking El Nido Bay, El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge provides dormitory and private rooms with free Wi-Fi. Kayaks and standup paddle boards and a 24-hour reception are available.

Located in a fisherman's village and away from the bustling tourist district, El Gordo's is separated from the rest of the village by a foot bridge and rocky trail. A 2-minute walk from the guest house is the Sitio Tandul Basketball Court. It is a 10-minute walk to El Nido Port and a 15-minute walk to town center. El Nido Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

Towels and linens are provided. Private rooms each have a large, private, seaside deck, with views of El Nido Bay. All are equipped with aircon, overhead ceiling fans, and tile flooring. Fan-cooled dorm rooms are equipped with a mosquito net and wooden flooring.

The property can help arrange island tour and transportation upon your arrival. Guests can explore the nearby beaches by kayak or standup paddle board and relax with a cold drink and snack on the deck after. Shared kitchen facilities and common lounge are available. Guests can also enjoy free coffee, tea, Milo and cookies.

Art Café and many seaside restaurants and bars are some of the dining options located within a 15-minute walk of the guest house.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 13, 2013

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Most popular amenities
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Bar
Breakfast

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, American, Breakfast to go

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Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 full bed
1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
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Travel Sustainable property
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This property is part of the Travel Sustainable program, which means it’s taken significant steps to make your stay more sustainable.
Closest beaches

  • El Nido Beach

    7.6 Good beach
    250 feet from property
  • Ipil Beach 1

    Ipil Beach 1

    7.2 Good beach
    3,200 feet from property
  • Caalan Beach

    Caalan Beach

    7.7 Good beach
    3,300 feet from property

  • Ipil Beach 2

    8.5 Very good beach
    3,450 feet from property
  • Papaya Beach

    Papaya Beach

    8.8 Excellent beach
    3,600 feet from property
  • Seven Commandos Beach

    Seven Commandos Beach

    8.4 Very good beach
    3,700 feet from property
  • Paradise Beach

    Paradise Beach

    8.1 Very good beach
    4,600 feet from property

  • Lapus Lapus Beach

    7.8 Good beach
    1.1 miles from property
  • Corong Corong Beach

    Corong Corong Beach

    7.6 Good beach
    1.3 miles from property
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
5.0
Low score for El Nido
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sarah
    NetherlandsNetherlands
    “The hosts are very kind and accomodating and the breakfast was (indeed) the best we had during our stay in the Philippines. The view from the lodge is amazing! When it's low tide, you can walk in front of the lodge and look for sea creatures. The...”
  • Ankush
    United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
    “Views were amazing and the host were very friendly and accommodating”
  • Melissa
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “I loved the hostess and host, and the breakfast they have is truly amazing, it was all just great.”
  • Lucas
    PhilippinesPhilippines
    “Nice quiet location for El Nido. Gordon and Cristina are amazing hosts and organised all the activities without and hassle. They also have great breakfasts.”
  • Daniel
    NorwayNorway
    “Staff, clean beds, quiet place, location and good price.”
  • Douglas
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Good price. Location is on the edge of the sea so you can see and hear the waves. The owners are really friendly and helpful. They helped me a out a couple of times with medical supplies, rice for my waterlogged phone and general advice about what...”
  • Petra
    FinlandFinland
    “The friendliest staff I’ve ever met; kinda feel like they were my parents! You can book all the island hopping tours, boat to Coron, van to Puerto Princesa etc with their help. The location is amazing, 10 mins away from the busy and touristy...”
  • Natascha
    NetherlandsNetherlands
    “I really loved the vibe of the place!! Christina and Gordon are super lovely and helpful hosts. The guesthouse is located in the local community a bit outside the city, is quiet and feels more authentic.”
  • Alex
    NetherlandsNetherlands
    “Very friendly hosts, they can help you with everything. Feels like coming home after a day in el nido and around. Good sea view!”
  • John
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Lovely location, great view from the balcony. A few minutes walk from the centre of El Nido. Set in the heart of the local Philipino community full of smiling happy children. Didn't want to leave.”
Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days
  • do you offer laundry services
    No, there is good laundry service nearby in town.
    Answered on 26 January 2023
  • do you have Wi-Fi? some reviews say you don't, I don't have a Filipino SIM card and I need internet. Also, is it safe to walk there alone? Thank you
    Yes we have wifi. We recently upgraded to the highest wifi service for this area. We also kept our old service so there are 2 to choose from. It is very safe to walk here. You walk through the small fisherman's village, the locals are very friendly.
    Answered on 21 February 2023
  • IS IT FAR FROM PUERTO PRINCESA AIRPORT?
    5-6 hours by van or bus, 500 pesos. You csn also fly direct to elnido via airswift. Gordon
    Answered on 8 January 2020
  • Are you able to split the double bed into 2 x single?
    No
    Answered on 28 February 2020

Hosted by Gordon and Cristina Mclaughlinl

9.7
Host Review Score
Gordon and Cristina Mclaughlinl
Our guesthouse is one of the few El Nido properties that is actually seaside. It is built from mainly native materials (wood and bamboo) to give it an authentic Filipino look. We recently renovated our seaside deck to include 3 levels; main, upper, and lower.
My wife Cristina and I are one of the few owner-occupied guest houses because we truly giving our guests the best possible service. I was a triathlete and now a long distance swimmer and so like to promote an active lifestyle to our guests. That is why we offer kayaks and stand up paddle boards.
One of the most interesting features about our location is that we are not part of the tourist district but part of an authentic fisherman's village. We support the local day care center and buy 200 Christmas gifts for the local children.
Languages spoken: English,Filipino
Area info *
Amenities of El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge
Most popular amenities
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Bar
Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • City view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Soundproof
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Personal trainer
  • Full-body massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Filipino

House rules

El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Check-out

6:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
₱ 400 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Payment before arrival via PayPal is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Please inform El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge

  • Check-in at El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The nearest beach is 2,600 feet from El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge.

  • Room options at El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Bed in Dorm
    • Twin

  • El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge is 2,950 feet from the center of El Nido.

  • The prices at El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Canoeing
    • Full-body massage
    • Personal trainer
    • Water sports facilities on site