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El Nido Reef Strand Resort

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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and the sea. - El Nido Reef Strand Resort (El Nido)
A beach with boats and a mountainous backdrop. - El Nido Reef Strand Resort (El Nido)
A seaside patio with tables and chairs, overlooking a clear blue sea with boats and a forested island in the distance. - El Nido Reef Strand Resort (El Nido)
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a green armchair, and a painting on the wall. - El Nido Reef Strand Resort (El Nido)
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, some with vases of flowers. There are ceiling fans and a large window in the background. - El Nido Reef Strand Resort (El Nido)
Close to El Nido Main Beach, El Nido Reef Strand Resort provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a hot tub. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Reef Strand, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a beachfront location. Enjoy onsite activities like snorkeling, boat tours, and kayaking. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a green armchair, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A single bed with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a red towel.

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in El Nido, El Nido Reef Strand Resort is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at El Nido Main Beach and Corong Corong Beach. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving. Visit our El Nido travel guide
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Sitio Caalan, Brgy. Masagana, El Nido, Palawan, 5313

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, a boat docked near the shore, and a forested mountain with tall rock formations.
    Bacuit Bay
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A boat named 'CLARITA' anchored near a beach with clear water and mountains in the background.
    Caalan Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • An aerial view of a coastal town with a marina filled with boats, surrounded by cliffs and dense vegetation.
    El Nido Main Beach
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A traditional wooden boat with sails on a calm sea, surrounded by smaller boats and a mountainous coastline.
    El Nido Dock
    8 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • TownSquare Heritage District
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • El Nido (ENI)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ap Kala
    13 min walk
  • SAVA Beach Bar
    17 min walk
  • Hama Coffee El Nido
    13 min walk
  • Big Bad Thai
    16 min walk
  • Trattoria Altrov'é
    15 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free area shuttle up to 3 km

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: PHP 200 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Reef Strand

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

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  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: PHP 1000.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately PHP 200 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does El Nido Reef Strand Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is El Nido Reef Strand Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at El Nido Reef Strand Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Nido Reef Strand Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is El Nido Reef Strand Resort located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Bacuit Bay and El Nido Main Beach. Caalan Beach and TownSquare Heritage District are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

El Nido Reef Strand Resort Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 240 reviews

Reviews

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4/10 Poor

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The view is stunning. Free breakfast. Staff were friendly & very accommodating. Property needs major renovations & maintenance, Location is way too far in the main strip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were clean and comfortable, easy access to the beach, nice pool and sun loungers available. Walking distance to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, beds are very comfortable. Staff are amazing! Spectacular view and a nice pool. Can easily walk to the touristy area of El Nido
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Steve

The staff was great @ the view was fantastic,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and well stocked. Amazing views of the ocean and scenery. The staff were outstanding friendly and very helpful in every aspect. They provided transportation as requested with advice on eating and excursions. Everyone and everything there was over the top!
View from the pool
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JAMES EDWARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was private, yet beautiful view …right on the beach ….just small enough place to relax and enjoy…. not noisy…. Staff very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice area, pool is great, beach view was wonderful. The staff are amazing, a wonderful place to stay for sure.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I must say the pictures were not as shown ..This place is well off the beaten path , that being said the staff are like family and they went out of their way to get you to your tour or travel …the road in and out was crazy you are not in the center of things..please bookyour tours with Oly the owner he connected great price and with loved him.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Magdalena

Disliked: Amenities
Room needs to be upgraded, the pool and the view is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great spot right on the beach with a beautiful view of the sunset. The food is delicious and the staff are wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The views are astounding-- best sunsets ever.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Loic

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most wonderful stay here, thanks to Ate Rhose, Oli, and the entire team. Despite our very late arrival (past midnight after a 5-hour van transfer from Puerto Princesa), they were incredibly welcoming from the moment we arrived. Almost all the rooms are seafront, so we woke up to incredible views of the bay and the opposite islets every morning. The service was also top-notch; they offered free shuttles to the town square and organized several activities for us. The team was always available and went above and beyond. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

RUBY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing stay at the El Nido Reef Strand Resort — truly a 10/10 experience. The view alone is breathtaking. Waking up and enjoying meals while overlooking the beach and nearby islands was unforgettable. The property feels very private and peaceful, which made it the perfect place to relax and unwind. Getting there can be a bit of a challenge since the road is quite bumpy, but once you arrive, it’s absolutely worth it. The hotel also makes things easy by offering a convenient shuttle service to town and the airport. The staff were all very friendly and welcoming. The German owner may seem a bit reserved at first, but once you start a conversation, he’s genuinely warm and accommodating. Overall, I would definitely stay here again. If you’re looking for a quiet, scenic getaway with stunning views, this place is a gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property could use some updating but, for the price and location, we were satisfied and would recommend. We also found staff very helpful and accomodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet, ocean front, simple, but perfect.

Although an older hotel, its location is quiet and it has the best pool overlooking the ocean. The staff are really lovely and it was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

El Nido vacation.

We have a good time in this resort. Friendly staff. Good customer service. Good food from the restaurant with reasonable prices.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location with lot's of charachter and a great staff that made all arrangements for us including tours. The location way down the Strand is what made it special, but also a little ways away from town. Their dedicated Tuk Tuk driver was awesome and easy to schedule, which eliminated that problem...
View from our room!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the fact that they provided Netflix! So much more useful than the cable channels provided by most hotels. We loved the view from our bed!!! We had a view of the sunset and the beach and the sea. It was spectacular. We loved that the music wasn’t obnoxious. We didn’t want a party atmosphere. We loved the pool having saltwater instead of chlorine but it had alot of dead bees in it which sort of freaked me out. The staff worry about cleaning the fallen petals on the street outside the hotel (which doesn’t bother anyone) while not cleaning the pool. I don’t understand that logic. I loved the bed. It felt like firm latex. It was very comfortable. I didn’t feel my husband moving next to me which is amazing. The curtains are not blackout curtains though so the light from the pool and common area did disturb us. I put a shirt over my eyes so I could sleep.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Estela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for 5 days and had a great time. They have free transportation to town or tours. Right on a very nice quiet clean beach. If you are a foodie you can walk to Carly for an incredible meal as well. Thanks Ulle!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Super friendly staff. Gorgeous view. It’s a bit run down, but for the price it’s really good. A little far from the Main Street, but they offer free rides in and out which add everything very accessible and easy. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second stay at the Reef Strand. Last year I was there before the remodel. The place has a great new look and I'd call it a gem. Owner and most of the staff go out of their way to make things run smoothly. If your looking for a loud party haven it's not there. At the Reef you'll find peace and relaxation. However, if you want to stay up all night and drink till the sun comes up the staff will be gladly tuk tuk you to where the nights run into the day. Rates are reasonable considering pricing in the other 3 and 3 1/2 star hotels and all the meals I've eating there were very good. So if your going to EL NIdo it's well worth checking in, you'll prob be back for a second or third time like me.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patryk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exactly what you need

Very nice, very surprising and awesome staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mirna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! The hotel is on the beach side so you’re able to catch amazing sunrise/sunset views. The staff was very nice and super helpful in accommodating our needs and coordinating breakfast each morning as well as the island hopping tours. The breakfast was good..The rooms were good..a little rundown but for the price, it’s worth it! Overall, we were all satisfied with our stay and would recommend. They also provide roundtrip transportation from the airport.