The hostel is a bit out of town, but that’s not bad at all. As soon as I arrived I was greeted by a group of local kids who led me to the hostel. I got food poisoning and the owners helped me get to the hospital even though it was midnight. As a solo female traveler that really is such a breath of fresh air. thank you Gordon and Cristina for everything!

Antonia Uruguay

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

I love everything about El Gordo's and cant wait to return. I felt like a part of the family, met all the local kids and spent great hours sitting on the balcony just watching the tide roll in and out. It was such a relaxing place out of the main tourist beat of El Nido but easy walking distance.

Meghan Australia

We loved the location. It is a ten minute walk from the main tourist 'strip', and a great insight into real and local life in El Nido. It is a very unique location, nested in between the rocks and right on the sea. Unique, beautiful and surrounded by extremely friendly locals who were always asking us how we were and eager to help by pointing us in the right direction. We felt completely safe. We loved the hosts. Gordon and Christina are extremely welcoming, interesting and special people. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was always clean. Two of us were working remotely and the WIFI worked smoothly the whole time.

Carli United Kingdom

I felt very well looked after, they booked my Island trip and transport for me and were very helpful with all my questions. Quite liked that it was a bit outside from the touristy area within the local community, but still in easy walking distance to get dinner/go out. Also enjoyed the breakfast, reasonably priced, decent portions and tastes great.

Vera United Kingdom

Gordon and Cristina are extremely nice and helpful. Finding the place is an adventure in itself as you have to walk the last 100 meters through narrow passages. It is located in a popular district which gives you the possibility to experience real Filipino life. The view from the balcony is fantastic. Close to city center and the beach as starting point for many tours. Great experience to be renewed.

René Germany

The staff was very friendly and helpful. Great breakfast! The way to the hostel will lead you through a very local area with very friendly people. Also a spot to meet young travelers.

Haennim Austria

The location just outside the city is amazingly quiet and still easy to reach. The neighborhood is really characteristic and, i didn't met the owners, but the staff has been super nice.

Stexo12 Italy