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Travel insights for hostels in El Nido

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in El Nido including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in El Nido?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in El Nido is September ($30). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in El Nido is May ($132).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in El Nido?

The cheapest day to stay in El Nido is Monday ($13). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $229.

How much is a hostel in El Nido tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in El Nido tonight starting as low as $62, rising to an average cost of $63, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $113 for a 4-star hostel in El Nido for tonight.

How much is a El Nido hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in El Nido this weekend for as little as $85/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $85/night. For a 4-star hostel in El Nido, the cheapest rate recently found was $163/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in El Nido?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 10 days before your trip to El Nido. The lowest price found when booking 10 days ahead was $22 per night.
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Cheapest hostels in El Nido, Philippines

Discover affordable stays in El Nido that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in El Nido can be found for as low as $13 per night. There is currently one property in El Nido that can be booked for this price. One Hostel - El Nido is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in El Nido. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025
Out of the hostels in El Nido we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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One Hostel - El Nido
One Hostel - El Nido

One Hostel - El Nido

National Highway, El Nido, Philippines
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$13
Avg. per night
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Big Paul Hostel
Big Paul Hostel

Big Paul Hostel

Corong-Corong Pob. (Brgy 4), El Nido, Philippines
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$14
Avg. per night
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Dayon Hostel
Dayon Hostel

Dayon Hostel

Dayon Hostel, Coron, Philippines
6.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
$16
Avg. per night
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Outpost Beach Hostel - Adults Only
Outpost Beach Hostel - Adults Only

Outpost Beach Hostel - Adults Only

Sitio Lugadia, El Nido, Philippines
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$19
Avg. per night
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Mad Monkey Hostel Nacpan Beach
Mad Monkey Hostel Nacpan Beach

Mad Monkey Hostel Nacpan Beach

Nacpan Beach, Palawan, El Nido, Philippines
15.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$19
Avg. per night
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Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido
Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido

Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido

Balinsasayaw Road Corner Calle Real, El Nido, Philippines
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
$28
Avg. per night
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Dryft Darocotan Island
Dryft Darocotan Island

Dryft Darocotan Island

El Nido, Philippines
26.2 km from city centre
$162
Avg. per night
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Erlittop Nature Lodge
Erlittop Nature Lodge

Erlittop Nature Lodge

El Nido, Philippines
20.3 km from city centre
$14
Avg. per night
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Casa Yolanda
Casa Yolanda

Casa Yolanda

El Nido, Philippines
0.2 km from city centre
$31
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in El Nido

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within El Nido to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
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Facts about staying in El Nido

Find useful tips and insights about staying in El Nido to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in El Nido?

    On average, it’s $42/night for a hostel in El Nido, though $31/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $8/night in El Nido. Try to avoid booking your hostel in April (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in El Nido?

    With an average review score of 8.9 (out of 10) from 397 HotelsCombined users, Outpost Beach Hostel - Adults Only is considered the best El Nido hostel.

  • What hostel is closest to El Nido Airport?

    Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido is 3.5 km away from El Nido Airport, making it the closest El Nido hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What area of El Nido is most popular to stay in?

    Downtown is the most popular area of El Nido to stay in. In the past year, 3% of HotelsCombined users looking for El Nido hostels searched within Downtown. Happiness Hostel El Nido is a popular hostel in Downtown if you choose to stay in the area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in El Nido closest to Miniloc Island?

    The most popular El Nido hostel near Miniloc Island is Outpost Beach Hostel - Adults Only. Outpost Beach Hostel - Adults Only has a rating of 8.9/10 from 397 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 9.1 km from Miniloc Island.

  • Should I stay in a El Nido hostel?

    Hostels in El Nido tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. El Nido hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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