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Reviews of Happiness Hostel El Nido This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services offered. It is based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Serena Street, Buena Suerte, Palawan, 5313 El Nido, Philippines

#27 of 148 hotels in El Nido

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 602 hostel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    Best hostel in el nido
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Good wi fi, lovely staff, love the vibe

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    Great hostel, would definitely recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Music from the bar can sometimes be loud, but staff will turn this down if asked

    Really helpful and friendly staff - they will go above and beyond for you (helped us when our tour got cancelled to find another tour, and helped send my shoes to our next location when I left them behind) Nice onsite bar and restaurant Free bread and bananas for breakfast Nice style rooms with plenty of privacy in the dorms Great location in the centre of El Nido Really clean hostel, spotless bedrooms and bathrooms

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no proper lockers for your bag, just smaller ones inside your cubicle, enough space for your valuables. There's space under bed, but it's dirty and small.

    The stay was great! I enjoyed the location, close you all activities and food places, as well as the beach, I could hear the waves in my bed. There are activities organized almost every night to meet new people. The beds are like small capsules, so you get some privacy. The aircon works too well, it's a bit chilly in the room but the staff can bring you a blanket that I really appreciated. And lastly, the staff is lovely, always smiling and super helpful!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    9.0
    Definitely recommended, great vibe, perfect location, friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing to comment on here.

    Excellent and friendly staff, so helpful and assisting in whatever you might need. Great vibe, balcony with ocean views, very chilled. Rooms and bathrooms are kept clean and beds are comfy. Nice snacks provided in the morning, but you have to hurry as stock doesn't last long.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    10
    Best hostel in El Nido
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was good.

    Location is perfect, commodities are nice, it has really nice vibes to hang out at the main room. Appreciate they keep your luggage after or before you check out without any cost. Nice restaurant downstairs and the staff is very kind. I love cleanliness. They clean the bathrooms very often. Really pleasant place to stay. I would love to be back.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    8.0
    Stayed only one night. Overall very good place. Would be great to have some social events and maybe renovate some doors
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Doors to beds hard to open without being very loud. No Social events that would help connect. No cheap breakfast option other than a banana.

    Beautiful place, very central, cool bar, good social space, good showers and toilets. good privacy due to pods. nice vibe. Staff very nice! Free coffee and water.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel is very good and the photos are accurate. It is cleaned constantly. My first time in a hostel so I was worried how I’d cope in terms of showers etc but it was very good and I never had to wait for a shower. It wasn’t super social when I went but that’s ok it depends on the people there and I still made a friend or two. I hope all the staff are doing well and I will remember you guys because you are really hard working and friendly. the restaurant attached is nice also, it is more expensive compared to other places but good quality.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    10
    It was amazing best place in el nido!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Little bit loud

    Very nice place with amazing vibes, good wi fi, good toilets and beds and a lot of privacy

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel is superclean, with staff mopping the floors too many times a day to count. Speaking of staff, everyone working there were very lovely and helpful. The beds are comfy and I like the sliding doors to each bed because they provide extra privacy. There are lights, lockers and charging points by each bed, so that's a plus. I also liked the design of the hostel, especially the common hangout area, and the fact that there is free coffee all day, as well as simple breakfast included in the mornings.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The changers on the wall don't hold the European ones correctly. I asked the stuff for an adapter and they give me, so the problem was solved :)

    Very cute hostel with a positive vibe, the beds are comfortable and you can close them with a 'wall' so you can have some privacy. The bathrooms are clean, the stuff is very nice and helpful. The view from the balcony was amazing. It was very good to stay here.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    9.0
    The place is so nice and has the best location. The staff are friendly especially the people at the front desk. The room
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is so great! Staff are very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2024

    9.0
    A great stay in a lovely hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a big deal, but good to know that no soap is provided in the showers. Also, if you are traveling by van make sure you know that they only travel at certain times. I had to leave a day earlier due to this, but unfortunately couldn’t get a refund from my stay for that day because it was last minute. Not the hostel’s fault, but would be good to know as well.

    Great location, helpful staff, quite clean especially for a hostel, always toilet paper in the bathrooms and soap for your hands, safe and chill environment

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    10
    I’ll be back ❤️ Thank you guys for all your love
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 2-bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly people, excellent location 🫶 good food, happy hour all day. My bed was so cozy ❤️ This place provides me a good experience as a solo travel. Place free of scam.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2024

    10
    Nice and quiet hostel in a perfect location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean rooms with comfy beds and AC. The common space in the lobby is cozy with a great view. The location is perfect to explore El Nido. The café downstairs is a bit pricey but serves great food. Would definitely recommend this hostel.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 2-bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the room and bed and good restaurant

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you want to stay somewhere out of the hustle and hustle of el nido with a great view of sunset then Corong Corong beach is probably the place but we were able to easily do the short 20 minute walk and enjoyed an evening there.

    All of the staff were really friendly and helpful. Hostel is a very short walk from the port and has a lovely view of the beach where all the tours leave from too. The bunks were private and room a good temperature. The hostel had a laid back vibe and provided free water and hot drinks in the morning. Everywhere was kept really clean and we even got a really hot shower one day which has become quite a rarity!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice location, very nice clean hostel. Restaurant/bar downstairs, you get 25% discount for breakfast.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A couple of times the staff made mistakes giving me information. But they were honest mistakes and they were quick to rectify them. No big issues.

    Excellent hostel with sliding doors on the beds, great for privacy. Well located right near the waterfront. Helpful staff and a very nice restaurant underneath.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel is amazing. With a nice balcony with swings, free breakfast in the morning (bread, coffee, bananas) and free water. They also have a bar/restaurant downstairs. The decorations are great, super clean and comfortable. The staff is also very nice and has a great communication.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was storage under the bunks that we used for our larger luggage, however they were super dirty/dusty. Our bags got quite dirty to the point where we used a wet towel to wipe them off. Mine also had some weird sticky liquid that also got on my bag. The outlets in the bunks were also a bit hit and miss. I had one that was completely unusable because anything I tried to plug in would just fall out but luckily the other one was manageable. But we did have a girl in our room ask about hers and the staff tried really hard to accommodate and fix the problem.

    The location is great! Super close to all the main areas in El Nido! Lots of restaurants, bars, and shopping near by! The restaurant below the accommodations was also quite good with good food and drinks! They also host events in the evenings, although we didn’t do any they are offered. You also get free coffee, tea, water, and bread at their little cafe bar. Every bed also comes with a lock chest/locker in the bunk.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dorms are very private, clean, the shared area is perfect for working

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    10
    Beautiful place with beautiful staff and a very happy vibe!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pillow was very flat! But that is personal preference.

    I loved the hostel! It was very clean and the beds were comfortable. I liked there were not many people to one room and each bed had sliding doors for more privacy! The staff were exceptional. Always willing to help and available when needed. They really make you feel like friends and create a happy environment. The location was perfect and in walking distance to everything. Shops, restaurants, banks, bars, and the beach!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice communal area, in centre of town east walk from the port. Lovely staff

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    10
    A warm welcome!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I guess the bed (mattress) could’ve been more comfortable

    It’s exactly like the photos, the staff were absolutely amazing and I never wanted to leave. The food downstairs is really good too, and the whole vibe of the place is just very warm and welcoming. Short but sweet!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    8.0
    Great hostel option in the heart of the town
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stairs to the top bunk beds are very uncomfortable and borderline dangerous, the steps are too thin.

    The hostel is really nice, good vibes, clean, and the staff is very friendly and helpful. The bar crawl on Fridays is a great opportunity to meet other travelers and to take a glimpse of the nightlife in the city. Don't miss it!

    Stayed in January 2024

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