El Nido Resorts Miniloc Island
El Nido Resorts Miniloc Island
About this property
Miniloc Island Resort is set in a peaceful cove in El Nido, Palawan. Designed like a coastal village, the resort offers a wide range of tours and beach or water activities. Built with native materials, rooms feature thatched roofs and wooden flooring. Each air-conditioned room comes with a minibar, a wardrobe and a vanity area. Private bathrooms provide shower facilities and a hairdryer. Resort activities include diving, windsurfing and Hobie Cat sailing. Sunset cruises and cave, lagoon or mangrove tours are available. Guests can also enjoy the natural scenery and swim with the 1.5 metre jack fish and a variety of marine species. International dishes can be enjoyed at the restaurant, located at the Miniloc Clubhouse. Picnic lunches on the beach can also be arranged. Miniloc Island Resort can be reached via a 75-minute charter flight from Manila to El Nido (LIO) Airport. Free transfers are provided from El Nido Airport, which is a 40-minute boat ride to the resort.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Geraldine
Philippines“Miniloc has exceeded expectations in all areas - from airport to airport! The WOW-factor is at 10 because we felt soooo taken cared of from pick up at airport - with special VIP lounge to the warm welcome with songs and snacks , to the very...” 
Gianluca
United Kingdom“Genuine paradise! Amazing staff, very attentive and super nice.”- Allison United Kingdom“The service, staff, food, activities were excellent. An idyllic setting. Was just heaven.”
- Penelope United Kingdom“We loved the location, peaceful vibe, activities, comfort and friendliness of the staff.”
- Pingjui
Taiwan“During our stay, we joined a bunch of free activities. The stunning views and unforgettable memories made this trip super special. The friendly tour guide and great service made our experience even better, making the trip even more...” - Francisco
Portugal“Beautiful hotel and location. Free tours available to the small and big lagoons, which due to the proximity arrive before all the remaining tourists arrive, giving a real private experience. Excellent food and facilities. Overall great and...” - Niamh United Kingdom“We ABSOLUTELY loved this place! Even tried to change our flights so we could stay longer!!! Staff were soooo good!!! The warmest people! The snorkelling just off the pier was out of this world! I swam with a turtle!!!!!!!!! Worth getting up for...”
- Mary Philippines“It's the ultimate island vacation one could ever hope for. I liked how we didn't have to worry about anything once we stepped off the airplane in El Nido. I also liked how they made it all-inclusive with the booking—meals, transport arrangements,...”
- Anastasiia
South Korea“Honestly, one of the best experiences I ever had. Great place for snorkelling, beautiful corals and sea life. Staff were just amazing, nothing to complain. We felt welcome and taken care of constantly. Even more expensive hotels in Maldives...” - Rhian
Netherlands“Amazing location, and incredible staff made this a wonderful place to stay! The activities offered make each day an adventure. We travelled with our 6 year old and it was a great place to stay with kids, with games and activities for them to do,...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Clubhouse Restaurant
- CuisineAmerican • Local • Asian • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
Resort facilities of El Nido Resorts Miniloc Island
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Bidet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Garden
Activities
- Beach
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Windsurfing
- Children's playground
- Fishing
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
Food & Drink
- Bar
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
ParkingNo parking available.
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Air conditioning
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming poolFree!
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Fitness centre
Languages spoken
- English
- Filipino
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that room rates are inclusive of travel insurance for guests age 7 to 65 years old. Optional insurance is available for guests age 6 years and below.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer or payment link is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Kindly note that the property supports a strict boat schedule. Please contact the property directly first for the boat schedule prior booking a flight.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer or payment link is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in.
Arrival Procedures (for AirSWIFT passengers):
• A dedicated Resort Representative will meet you upon arrival at Lio Airport El Nido.
• The representative will assist you on your transfer to the El Nido Resorts Jetty Lounge where complimentary light snacks will be served.
• You will then be assisted to the Lio Jetty port for your boat transfer to the island resort.
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For your safety, our team regularly monitors weather and tide forecasts to determine if alternative port arrangements are necessary. Please expect that boat transfers to the islands may either be from Lio Jetty or Dagal-dagal Jetty, which is a short 30-minute van transfer from the airport. Rest assured that regardless of port, all land and boat transfer arrangements will be taken care of by our resorts team.
REMINDER:
• If you have International connecting flights, please allow 5 hours interval between your arrival in Manila and your scheduled AirSWIFT flight to avoid missed connections.
• Check-in time at NAIA Terminal 4 is two hours (2 hours) prior scheduled departure time. The Check-in counter will strictly close 45 minutes prior to departure.
• Please note that all visitors to El Nido are required to pay Php 200.00 per person for the airport terminal fee.
Arrival Procedures (for non-AirSWIFT passengers):
If you are not taking AirSWIFT flights going to the resort, please reconfirm your arrival details 3 days before your arrival date by calling our Reservations Team at +63 917 584 1576 or Front Office at +63 917 843 7819.
Please take note of the boat transfer schedules for Miniloc Island:
From Jetty Lounge to Miniloc Island: 07:45 AM, 12:30 PM, 04:00 PM
From Miniloc Island to Jetty Lounge: 06:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 02:00 PM
**Note: Boat transfers schedules are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform El Nido Resorts Miniloc Island in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A damage deposit of ₱ 4,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
