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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

#29 of 157 hotels in El Nido

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Review score

Based on 654 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    9.0
    Clean, friendly hostel very welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Crazy awkward ladder to get up to top bunk

    Staff were amazing, couldn’t do more for you and the hostel is right on the beach, great views from the balcony

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in 2-bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff and location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    9.0
    The perfect stay, made our trip in el nido a lot easier, more comfortable and fun!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Genuinely nothing i can think about that i didn't like!

    This property was amazing. Perfect location right next to the beach and a 1-2 minute walk to all the restaurants and shops but still the perfect distance away to keep it being quiet at night. The staff were 10/10, genuine and friendly people who helped whenever needed and great people to be around. The room was great with air conditioning and a fan. Rooms were clean and beds were comfy, also loved the sliding doors for privacy.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    8.0
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not really social hostel, not a lot happening in the common areas

    Good locations, lockers next to your bed and under for your entire backpack, spacious bedrooms and hot shower.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Definitely will stay here again next time !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and the staff are very helpful!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    great communal area, perfect location, I loved the bar and restaurant downstairs & the shutters gave each bed amazing privacy. the staff were very helpful and friendly and there was bread, fruit and teas in the morning. gorgeous view of the sea & cliffs from both the dorm and main lounge!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    9.0
    Happiness is the best!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    More social activities please! I didn't get my sheets changed in 4 nights but I didn't mention this to the staff, if I did I know they would've changed them

    One of my favourite ever hostels! Happiness is in the best location, close to restaurants etc with a balcony overlooking the sea. Dreamy! The staff who work there are so kind and helpful. I loved having unlimited free tea/coffee available and a snack station too which definitely saved me some money. Good WiFi. The pub crawl was fun and a good way to meet people

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    I had a great day, great location, comfy beds, each of its own curtain. The restaurant was fantastic.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 2-bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing I wish they had was a pool area.

    It is an amazing social hostel, with positive staff great for solo travellers and large groups of friends. It is everything you need, including comfy, clean beds, huge lockers, and a big common area.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really lovely place with super atmosphere where you can sit with cold beer and looking at the main street and sea. Everywhere it was clean . Night was quiet. Shared bathrooms are big enough. We loved it here.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

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

    Really nice relaxed vibe. The staff were really helpful in organising excursions and transfers. The dorm rooms were nice with the sliding shutters. Good air con. The happiness cafe/restaurant was amazing.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    9.0
    Great location to explore El Nido
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress was a bit too thin. Otherwise really enjoyed my stay.

    Great location! Just across the road from the beach/ harbour, super close to lots of restaurants and shops. Nice view from the balcony. The rooms and facilities were clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I stayed in Happiness in Siargao, that one was better. But this one in El Nido is also very nice hostel, definitely the higher class of hostels. Nice beds, bathrooms, great restaurant and good location close to the beach

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    8.0
    Lovely staff!! Would recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Maybe some activities to help solo travellers meet people, although I think there were events but just not many people turned up.

    The beds were super comfortable and the shutters made it really private. The free breakfast was very handy and the staff was really helpful in helping me organise tours and laundry. Location was great, minutes from the pier and the ferry terminal.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    9.0
    Very very good service for the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No windows, but a fantastic view from the common / lobby area & bar downstairs.

    Staff was great. Shared areas (common living & bathrooms) very nice. Some free breakfast snacks & coffee!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    10
    Great vibe
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    The vibes of the hostel are amazing. And especially the friendly staff of the place. I booked 7 people during our trip, and the hostel was in a perfect location in the main hub of the El Nido town.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    9.0
    Awesome location and facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Staff are lovely, bathrooms are well maintained, the beds are very private with the closing door on each bunk. Situation right above a lively bar but you can’t hear it from the hostel. It’s a great location over looking the bay.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I think it’s a bit too pricey and also some additional things like trips or laundry, or some transfers should be in better price as it is a hostel- and usually travellers staying in this kinda places disposes lower budget - so should be more convenient.

    Pretty much everything was very good

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    4) The lockers at the head-end of the bed collide with the fan and the outlet, but that is nothing too annoying if you are careful. The lock however hangs above the pillow area and myself (and some other guests) hit their head against it. I actually hit my head so hard it cut my head open till bleeding. Changing the locks to the side of the wood would definitely be a little safer. 5) The bathrooms are decent. I was located on the second floor and it has 3 toilets and 3 showers. Every shower has a boiler so you can get warm water, IF there is water coming out. I barely had a water issue upon my stay there until checkout. The showerheads could do with a change or cleaning since half of them are clogged.

    1) I stayed here for 4 nights at the end of my Phillipines trip and loved my stay here. From the moment of booking till check-in all online communication was extremely helpful and clear. Upon check-in they are ready to assist in any way and are really relaxed. I booked two tours with the hostel and both were well prepared boats with good captains and staff. 2) The hostel is located in the heart of El Nido close to everything. They also have a restaurant/bar downstairs that you'll get 25% discount for if you are having breakfast between a certain time. 3) The rooms are good. The wooden panels really give your little space some privacy and enables you to withdraw yourself if you want to. All rooms come with air-conditioning and every bed has a fan. 6) The place is definitely a little more expensive than some other hostels in the area, but well worth it! I recommend this hostel if you want to stay at a social hostel, but not a party one like Frendz.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

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

    Amazing vibes, cool restaurant/bar with the best music! Personnel is the highlight of the hostel.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

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

    the beds give a lot of privacy. the location is also amazing.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    You need to bring your shampoo and soap.

    Good place to stay in the heart of Coron. Nice staff!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

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

    The staff is absolutely amazing

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

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

    Time was short.

    Perfect location, cleaning every hour, close to everything, great parties still quiet at nite, nice restaurant. Superb wifi, comfy beds with privacy curtain. Wonderful staff helping you to make the best out of your time.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    9.0
    Lovely place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing really

    It’s good value for money and lovely staffs.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    9.0
    Nice place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All the services provided by hostel are overpriced tours, laundry, restaurant which doesn’t make sense of you are hosting budget travellers. Wi Fi was slow sometimes

    Nice lobby, comfortable beds with enough privacy and space inside, great location (all the cafes and port are nearby)

    Stayed in March 2024

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