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Pangulasian Island Resort

4.5 star property
Beachfront resort in El Nido with outdoor pool, restaurant
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Property grounds
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Villa (Canopy Villa)
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar
  • Room service
  • Business centre
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Furnished balcony
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is AU$1,391
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov

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Villa (Beach Villa)

Villa (Beach Villa)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 89 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Villa (Canopy Villa)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 83 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
El Nido, El Nido, Palawan, 5313

What's nearby

  • Pangulasian Island Dock - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pangulasian Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Entalula Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Secret Lagoon - 31 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Big Lagoon - 38 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Princesa (PPS) - 102.4 miles/164.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Entalula Island - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬200 min drive
  • ‪Bella Vita El Nido - ‬143 min drive
  • ‪Art Café - ‬141 min drive
  • ‪Happiness Beach Bar - ‬141 min drive

About this property

Pangulasian Island Resort

Pangulasian Island Resort offers a private beach where you can enjoy free cabanas, beach umbrellas and beachside drinks, plus you'll have access to on-site scuba-diving, snorkelling and windsurfing. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages and body treatments. Amianan Restaurant serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include a bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Filipino

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 42 units

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must transfer via aeroplane and boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
  • The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • This property is accessible only by speedboat. The property offers scheduled transfers at no charge.
  • This property is located on an island and is accessible only by boat. Guests must arrange land transport on their own to El Nido if travelling from Puerto Princesa (approximately 6-hours drive). The property provides scheduled boat transfers between El Nido Resorts Jetty Lounge and Pangulasian Island (times subject to change). The boat departs from El Nido at 7:45 AM, 12:30 PM, and 4 PM. The boat departs from Pangulasian Island at 6 AM, 10 AM, and 2 PM. The property recommends that guests arrange boat transfers prior to booking their flights.
  • Guests must arrange land transport to El Nido if travelling from Puerto Princesa. Please note that it takes approximately 6 hours. The property provides scheduled boat transfers (schedule is subject to change). No boat transfers are available after 4 PM from Miniloc, Lagen and Pangulasian, and none are available after 3 PM from Apulit.
  • Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Windsurfing
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Boat tours nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (86 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • No lift (single-level property)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns and slippers

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Partially open bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Amianan Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: PHP 10000.00 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: PHP 400 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 11 years of age.
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per adult: PHP 9700
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per child: PHP 3600 (from 7 to 11 years old)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 11 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property does not permit drones.

Also known as

Pangulasian
El Nido Cove
Pangulasian Island El Nido
Pangulasian Island Hotel
Pangulasian Island Hotel El Nido
El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island Palawan Island
El Nido Cove Resort And Spa
El Nido Cove Resort Palawan Island
El Nido Cove Hotel
El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island Palawan
Pangulasian Island Resort El Nido
Pangulasian Island
Pangulasian Resort El Nido
Pangulasian Island Resort Resort
Pangulasian Island Resort El Nido
Pangulasian Island Resort Resort El Nido

Frequently asked questions

Does Pangulasian Island Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Pangulasian Island Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Pangulasian Island Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Pangulasian Island Resort?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Pangulasian Island Resort?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Pangulasian Island Resort and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, windsurfing and snorkelling. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the resort's other amenities, which include a private beach and a fitness centre. Pangulasian Island Resort also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Pangulasian Island Resort?
Yes, Amianan Restaurant offers local cuisine.
Does Pangulasian Island Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
What's the area around Pangulasian Island Resort like?
Pangulasian Island Resort is a short 12-minute walk from Marimegmeg Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Observation Tower.

Pangulasian Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Justin, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super love the place service is awesome 😊
Kyna, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Guest Service and the whole experience was amazingly beautiful
Marco, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous place in fabulous setting. Great activities. Rooms are amazing.
Jan, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Pangulasian was fantastic. The staff were really attentive, helpful and went above and beyond. From willingness to change the food menu, having a super late spa experience so we could fit it in to seeing someone struggling with snorkelling on an excursion and providing assistance so they could see all a turtle. The private island experience was amazinG, I couldn’t recommend it more!
Vishali, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing.
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Resort is great and the island that it is on along with its surroundings is gorgeous. Staff is pro. Food is ok. value for money is good.
Majid, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Beautiful resort in perfect location for seeing el Nido. Comfortable beach bungalow with amazing views. Comfortable beds and soft bedding. Always lots of water and a few nice freebies in your room. Incredibly clean and wel Maintained throughout the resort with excellent turn down. Food is excellent with a La carte or buffet options at all meals. We tended to go for a la carte as if honest the buffet food was often like warm if not cold which could be improved. They alternated dinner to the pool area which was a lovely environment however this meant from 2pm onwards staff are prepping for dinner so access to pool loungers becomes limited and you feel very on show / getting in the way which was the only downside we get Of the resort. The included trips were safe, well organised and planned to get you there ahead of the max crowds which was special. The trip to big lagoon and especially Italy Miniloc reef is second to none - and a visit you can only do if staying at an El Nido resort. Pre arrival Communication from head office was poor but don't be concerned about your transfer as the resort really are on top of it. Plan to get a little wet from sea spray and wear sunscreen as the boat transfers are in small speedboats as the resort has no major jetty. Friendly staff who seemed very genuine and also a very present manager is always nice to see. If you want peace and tranquility in a very special place would not hesitate to recommend.
Elizabeth, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Serene. Everyone was incredibly eager to serve. Every need was met before I even had to think about it. The staff is thoughtful and knows each guest by name. The view, the villas and the food were fantastic.
Jean, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Beautiful location with good room stock however terrible execution on the hotel management side. This isn’t a cheap hotel so the expectation here on guest experience is understandably high, with that said by fixing a few things this hotel could be great. Firstly, the food was of a really low standard, with cheap buffet style offer and cheap buffet taste, this really needs to be fixed. Secondly the hotel will really benefit from a proper guest experience manager. To put this into context, we had thought we had organised a private 4 hour boat trip with 48 hours prior notice and had humbly asked the activities attendant to prepare an itinerary for the tour. Unfortunately in the evening prior to the tour (9pm), the activities manager interrupted us at dinner to tell us the boat was not available for a 4 hour tour and also wanted us to give him our proposed itinerary for the tour (ie he was too lazy to put one together himself / forgot). On the plus side, the hotel offers a few tour options included in the price and Ryan our tour guide was top tier. Staying at the hotel also has some benefits with priority luggage and lounge at the airport, but needless to say, the chance of us staying at Pangulasian island again is very very slim.
Omar, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was incredible. I have celiac disease which is not easy to accommodate but chef Stanley came to ask me what I wanted at every meal and then made me gluten free safe food so I never got sick and ate well. All guides especially Anton who I interacted with a lot were so attentive to needs and were proactive in pointing out wildlife and sharing facts as well as bringing all the supplies you needed for the day. I can’t say enough good things about Anton. The guides also paddled the tandem kayak for me twice while I just sat - it was ideal! They took pictures and were so professional and kind. Another guide Ryan aLeo assisted with the kids in our group. Beyond the people, the actual island and surrounding area were beautiful. It felt like a movie it was so unreal. We did the complimentary (other than $200 php lagoon fee) resort organized private tours each day and it was a short boat ride to each. This was the most incredible and relaxing trip. I hope to be back. There was an issue at the end with our Airswift flight off el Nido back to Manila getting cancelled because the small propeller planes don’t have modern technology and can’t fly through haze, which was stressful to be stuck and unable to get back to the resort at night after the cancellation, so just beware of Airswift limitations as a small airline and try to have a day buffer in case you get trapped on the island like we did, even though they say that’s a rare occurrence.
Lynn, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best service. The snorkeling is fantastic. Don't go here if you want to party. Do go here if you love nature, want to relax and see marine life and local lizards and monkeys. Tour A and B are a must, highly recommended do at least one of them. It was a very peaceful week. The food was unreal.
Lucas, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Incredible stay! Everything was top notch from the food to the staff to the accommodations! We will be back!
Christina, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are top-notch, friendly, and attentive! What an amazing experience at one of the most gorgeous places on this planet! Highly recommend the sunrise breakfast cruise if weather permits. Kudos to the Pangulasian staff, from housekeeping, to front desk/buggy patrol, to security, to chefs and dining staff, to boatmen and activities staff, and also cocktail and bar staff… they can be proud to be on top of world! It’s a magical property! Will certainly be back.
alex, 5-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cung, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The only place to stay in El Nido
If you wrote down a list of exactly what you were looking for in a hotel/resort in El Nido, Pangulasian ticks all the boxes. The key thing that makes all the difference is its proximity to the main attractions, Big Lagoon, Small Lagoon, etc. So when I left the resort in a speed boat at 7am, the tourists from the main island do not arrive until 9am or 10am. I had small lagoon all to myself for a full hour and no one showed up. I also enjoyed secret lagoon for a full hour before anyone showed up. These are some of the most beautiful places in the world, and you don't want them ruined with the sight of florescent kayaks and life vests. El Nido has put restrictions on the number of people that can visit each site, and the combination of sites that can be visited on the same day. So you will need to stay here at least 3 nights as you can't go to big and small lagoon on the same day. Pangulasian is a spacious beautiful resort on its own private island. The staff are friendly, the rooms are relaxing, the views are heavenly, it really is paradise. Like the Maldives but with views of nature and more greenery. The resort also has a small trail to a view point where you can watch the beautiful El Nido sunrise and sunset. Finally if you're an early bird, you can go snorkeling right in front of the resort and see sharks. Not just one small shark from a distance. I saw 7 different sharks right in front of me. Don't worry they are not dangerous, and fear you more than you fear them.
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, stunning, outstanding service and staff!
ElizabethEdward, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding, breathtaking, excellent service and the best resort I have ever been!
ElizabethEdward, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My family and I had an amazing vacation at Pangulasian Resort. The natural beauty of the island and the resort are second to none. The staff at the resort are warm and attentive, and the day spa is divine. A wide range of water activities are available, as well as a breathtaking private beach. The only area that requires improvement is the food quality (the cocktails were fantastic, though). I can’t wait to return!
Candice, 4-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A truly unique place and exactly as gorgeous as seen in the images. Get a beach villa. There are tons of activities provided by the hotel to explore nearby lagoons, and islands. I cannot recommend it enough. We stayed three days and I would have loved to extend. We also came during what should be the rainy season, but it also meant enjoying cooler weather and this is the tropics so no such thing as cold! The hotel says that you need to arrange your bookings with them for connecting boats but in fact its so so well organized from the instant you book your ticket with Air Swift to El Nido airport. Air Swift is a great airline and El Nido airport is wonderful clean and slick resort airport. It's a smooth and VIP service. They take your bags, give you a sticker and place you in the lounge and you're pampered all the way until you arrive to a very hospitable staff reception. The only fault in this beautiful, romantic and enjoyable spot of a hotel is that the food was not that good, breakfast was fine but I suffered for lunch and dinner options. It was really barely acceptable and very pricey and for a remote location it really needs to get better especially for that price.
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

BEST
Best resort I've ever been to. The service is amazing and the place is beautiful. I proposed here, and I would like to especially thank Jenn, Jeff, Alvin, Mikka, and everyone else who helped out. Your efforts were truly commendable. Thank you and I hope to go back soon!
Paul Stendahl, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best of the palawan hotels
Great honeymoon. Lovely island. The staff is phenomenal and goes above and beyond. The rooms were great and the entire property was very nicely managed. The food is great. The complimentary activities are really nice and well worth the costs. Would definitely recommend to all.
2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great honeymoon spot
Was there on honeymoon. The island is beautiful. The staff are great and incredibly helpful- they went above and beyond. The rooms are fabulous and very nice. The property is lovely. The complimentary activities were perfect. The food was delicious and many options. We had a great stay and would recommend anyone go there. Perfect for families or couples. Also worth mentioning that the operations were seamless and was very easy to travel to thanks to the resort.
Maya, 1-night romance trip
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