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Sitio Lugadia, Corong Corong, Palawan, 5313 El Nido, Philippines
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Reviewed: 16 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewPool was lovely and staff were really attentive in switching on the fountains and bubbles every time we wanted to go in throughout the day. They would change our towels when we asked and give extra toilet rolls when needed too. Location was fine although a long walk to the town proper for us with 3 young kids. It was easy to get tricycles there and back however.
Lots of power cuts during the night which meant the AC and fan had stopped working and we woke up sweating a few times with no lights or power. I am assuming this was because of the weather. There were also a lot of ants in the room which spread onto the beds. Our 3 year old didn't get free breakfast and so we had to pay for the occasional breakfast even though our room said breakfast included.
Reviewed: 1 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewTheir service was at the highest level. Well trained staff. They even served me and my family the best they could and extend it with a perfect service. They never failed ti amazed me from the reception to the stadd rhey were all great. Not to mention that owmers were very accomidating. I really love this property. Im very glad rhat i celebrated my birthday here... thank u guys ill be back for sure
Thats the best part of this.. nothing. Everything was perfecr
Reviewed: 30 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewExcellent service Good food Nice clean pool Comfortable room with fridge and kettle
No complaints 👌
Hello Turtles, Wow! Thank you so much for your excellent review! We’re happy about your caption “best place to stay in Palawan and great value and your comment “no complaints.” We’re committed to providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and we’ve met your expectations this time by giving us a rating of 10. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again soon!” God bless you. Kind Regards, SJIVP Team
Hello Turtles, Wow! Thank you so much for your excellent review! We’re happy about your caption “best place to stay in Palawan and great value and your comment “no complaints.” We’re committed to providing a comfortable and enjoyable expe… Show more
Reviewed: 12 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewComfortable Comfortable Nice staff No fridge or kettle inroom
Hello Turtles, I hope you’re doing fine! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re glad that you had a comfortable stay, and for mentioning our staff as being nice is very much appreciated. We value our guest’s comments and suggestions to improve our service in the future. About the fridge and kettle, we don’t have inside the room but we have provided in public areas a water dispenser for free and a chiller for budget friendly cold drinks. Once again, thank you for choosing and staying with us for eleven nights including your extension stay. Warmest Regards, SJIVP Team
Hello Turtles, I hope you’re doing fine! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re glad that you had a comfortable stay, and for mentioning our staff as being nice is very much appreciated. We value our guest’s comments an… Show more
Reviewed: 11 April 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewSheryl the receptionist at St.John pension made my stay more valuable. The place itself is very nice. The swimming pool adds to the experience, since after a tour, or a day out, one can come back to relax there. The place has direct access to the beach where one can hace a drink at the restaurant of the beach place.
Hello Jorge, hope you’re okay! Thank you for taking of your time posting your feedback and for mentioning one of staff named Sheryl, whom made your stay more valuable. We’re glad that you’ve appreciated our place as much as we do and found it very nice. Hearing your comment about the swimming pool made our day and we’re happy that you’ve noticed it and adds in your experience for relaxation while staying here in our humble place. Thank you for all the compliments and for sharing your other activities in the restaurant nearby, where we have a direct access to Corong-Corong beach. Once again, thank you for choosing and staying with us for four nights. Kind Regards, SJIVP Team
Hello Jorge, hope you’re okay! Thank you for taking of your time posting your feedback and for mentioning one of staff named Sheryl, whom made your stay more valuable. We’re glad that you’ve appreciated our place as much as we do and found… Show more
Reviewed: 2 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewPool was nice, but very small. Staff were pleasant and helpful.
Expensive hotel for the very basic facilities it offers. But then again, this is El Nido. Breakfast was very, very average. In fact, not very nice at all.
Hi Roger, I hope you’re doing fine! Thank you for taking the time to leave us your comments and for staying overnight. We are very sorry that you booked a 2-star hotel, not a 3-star- or 4-star one. We are very sad that you gave us a low score even though you only stayed for some time. Please be informed that we have a minibar, billiard table, swimming pool for other facilities, and a variety of breakfasts to choose from. We are sad because we believe you already have an idea of the place based on the information provided before you book. We hope that in the future, you can find a hotel in El Nido that will meet your expectations and budget. Regards, SJIVP
Hi Roger, I hope you’re doing fine! Thank you for taking the time to leave us your comments and for staying overnight. We are very sorry that you booked a 2-star hotel, not a 3-star- or 4-star one. We are very sad that you gave us a low s… Show more
Reviewed: 29 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewStaff very helpfull! Nice breakfast and facilities! Very good value for money.
Hi Andrea, hope you’re doing great! Fabulous! Thank you so much Andrea for taking of your time leaving us, such a wonderful review. We are grateful on your kind words, and we’re glad having you, for being so appreciative and very approachable. Hearing your compliments about our staff, breakfast, facilities and for considering us have a very good value for money is like a music into our ears and given us more inspiration to provide excellent service to all of our guest. Once again, thank you for choosing us, hope to have you again as our guest. God bless. Sincerely Yours, SJIVP Team
Hi Andrea, hope you’re doing great! Fabulous! Thank you so much Andrea for taking of your time leaving us, such a wonderful review. We are grateful on your kind words, and we’re glad having you, for being so appreciative and very approacha… Show more
Reviewed: 28 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe room looked really nice, bigger than other places and the AC helped a lot. The staff was amazing, they helped with planning the tours for us, other activities and were very helpful when we felt sick and we needed to cancel a tour. The location is nice, close to the city but far enough to be quiet and enjoy the silence. The pool and Terrance are nice for relaxing and having breakfast or dinner, plus you can reach the beach from there. They also cooked for us and the food was very good with bid portions.
That is a nice and inspiring review. Thank you so much, Ms. Diana, for taking the time to leave us this wonderful comment. Coming from such an honest and fantastic guest, what more can we say but thank you? You said it all. Happy guests matter to us. We look forward to welcoming you again as our guest soon. God bless you more, Diana. Regards SJIVP Team
That is a nice and inspiring review. Thank you so much, Ms. Diana, for taking the time to leave us this wonderful comment. Coming from such an honest and fantastic guest, what more can we say but thank you? You said it all. Happy guests mat… Show more
Reviewed: 24 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewNothing much to say its a nice place nice hotel
Very good
Hello Roberto, I hope your day is delightful! Thank you for taking the time to leave us your comments. The room category we provided you for the first two nights of your stay has been upgraded without charge. We’re happy with how you gave us your outlook and left a mark on us by considering our place a nice and very good hotel. Your appreciation is very much appreciated, and we look forward to having you again as our guest. Thank you for staying with us. God bless you. Best Regards, SJIVP Team
Hello Roberto, I hope your day is delightful! Thank you for taking the time to leave us your comments. The room category we provided you for the first two nights of your stay has been upgraded without charge. We’re happy with how you gave … Show more
Reviewed: 18 March 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewNice Location and good value for the money. Staff was really friendly.
Hi Mihaela, We are grateful you took the time to share your rating with us. Thank you for the positive feedback about our location and for leaving us a comment, “good value for money.” It’s our pleasure to recognize our staff for being friendly. God bless people like you. See you again. Sincerely Yours, SJIVP Team
Hi Mihaela, We are grateful you took the time to share your rating with us. Thank you for the positive feedback about our location and for leaving us a comment, “good value for money.” It’s our pleasure to recognize our staff for being fri… Show more
Reviewed: 15 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified review- the near beach to view sunset - staff tries and is friendly (thats why I gave a 7) - included breakfast which was simple but okay - scooter rental on site (first two scooters had some defects though, but they changed/repaired quickly)
- selling ‚deluxe doublerooms with terrace and mountain view‘ which they don’t have is a no go for me - simple rooms which are too expensive for the offered standard, it‘s okay but don‘t expect too much - shower has almost no pressure
Hello Silvio, Thank you for your feedback. We are thrilled that you have noticed our location where accessible to the beach for sunset viewing and for the recognition towards our staff effort to help you with your needs during your stay. We’re sorry you had a negative experience with your room due to the images provided. The terrace photo you showed us upon arrival is in the dining area, which is open to all our guests. Room requests will be granted depending on room availability, and upon receiving your booking, the only room left was located on the ground floor, so we cannot grant your request. Additionally, about the motor rental and water pressure, sorry to hear that. We just hope you mentioned that during that time so we could act on it to make your stay more comfortable. We value your feedback and are continuously working to improve our services based on customer experiences like yours. Despite everything, you still managed to stay with us for five nights, and we appreciate your staying with us. Kind Regards, SJIVP Team
Hello Silvio, Thank you for your feedback. We are thrilled that you have noticed our location where accessible to the beach for sunset viewing and for the recognition towards our staff effort to help you with your needs during your stay. W… Show more
Reviewed: 27 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewBasic facilities, nothing special. Adequate. Staff meant well. Be very careful when booking a trip as one was cancelled and very reluctant to pay money back took three times.of asking. The location was not brilliant but meant good for a walk. Food ok again basic.
Hi Cris, I hope you’re okay! Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We’re sorry about your experience with the canceled trip due to bad weather. Just for clarification, we have refunded you within the day. There is a procedure for canceled bookings. We need to coordinate with our partners when everything is set, and then we can issue the refund. About our facilities, upon arrival, you asked for a room located on the third floor. Unfortunately, we’re unable to grant your request due to room availability. Based on your booking reservation, our tiny room is located only on the ground floor, and it’s provided on-site for guest preferences. We hope this helps clear things up and look forward to providing a quality experience. Best Regards, SJIVP Team
Hi Cris, I hope you’re okay! Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We’re sorry about your experience with the canceled trip due to bad weather. Just for clarification, we have refunded you within the day. There is a procedure for ca… Show more
Reviewed: 19 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe kindest, and most helpful staff, I've ever met. Very good location, just far enough from the noise of the town, but very close to the beach. The pool and the bar are very nice. We got a value for our money
Hi Mateo, You made our day. Salute to you, Mateo. It’s indeed a blessing from God to have a genuinely kind and appreciative guest like you. We are so happy and inspired to receive such honest, inspiring, and sincere comments and, of course, the perfect score from you, who stayed for us for seven (7) nights. Our hard work and persistent effort to make our guests feel comfortable, nurtured, and happy paid off. Most of all, you inspired us even more to continue our mission to provide excellent service. Your review will also inspire and give our incoming bookers an idea of how it is to stay in our humble place. We hope to have the opportunity to serve and welcome you again here in our place in the future. God bless you more. Sincerely Yours, SJIVP Team
Hi Mateo, You made our day. Salute to you, Mateo. It’s indeed a blessing from God to have a genuinely kind and appreciative guest like you. We are so happy and inspired to receive such honest, inspiring, and sincere comments and, of cours… Show more
Reviewed: 13 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewSuperfriendly and helpful staff! Of I ever go to El Nido again, I would sertainly choose this stay again!
Hello Pia, I hope you’re doing well! Wow! Thank you for leaving us a lovely review and a perfect 10 score. We truly appreciate your excellent feedback! We are blessed to have a very honest and sincere guest like you. You will always inspire us to continue our mission of providing exceptional service and outstanding guest care to make every interaction with us remarkable. Once again, thank you for choosing us and motivating us to raise the bar and set the standard for excellence in everything we do. Your support humbles us, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. God bless you always. Warm Regards, SJIVP Team
Hello Pia, I hope you’re doing well! Wow! Thank you for leaving us a lovely review and a perfect 10 score. We truly appreciate your excellent feedback! We are blessed to have a very honest and sincere guest like you. You will always inspir… Show more
Reviewed: 2 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe room is quite spacious and it is very comfortable.
The smell that is coming out of the bathroom.
Reviewed: 26 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe staff were friendly and helpful, the food was okay, and the location was beautiful.
The hygiene was poor, and unfortunately, the room was not clean, especially the bathroom.
Reviewed: 17 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewFree breakfast - lots of options that you choose from the night before. Location is good for sunset - by outpost hostel and other bars (we recommend Republica) and the hotel has walking access to the beach. It's not in the main town but tuktuks are 100PHP per person each way. Can also book tours and buses slightly cheaper through the hotel.
On the last morning we had pre-ordered breakfast for 8am as we had a 9am bus and despite asking numerous times it came out 40 minutes late. The info on tours and buses wasn't clear - the pickups were often an estimated time despite what's written so we were worried about not being picked up. The rooms are basic, and it's not particularly the fault of the hotel, but there is a real noise issue. You will get woken by next-door's cockerels from 2am - yes 2am. But then added to that, we stayed on the ground floor backing onto the laundry area, I think the owners house is here? Because we heard an alarm go off every morning at 5am that wasn't picked up for ages. It's a shame we struggled with a few things here as the hotel could do better. Also we couldn't arrive on day 1 of booking as the ferries were cancelled but this couldn't be refunded.
Reviewed: 16 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
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