Taytay - El Nido National Highway, El Nido, Mimaropa, 5313
What's nearby
Corong Corong Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
El Nido Public Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Bacuit Bay - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
Marimegmeg Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
El Nido Main Beach - 8 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Bella Vita El Nido - 3 min walk
Ver de El Nido - 2 min drive
Bulalo Plaza - 17 min walk
Kopi & Bake - 2 min drive
About this property
Karuna El Nido Villas
Karuna El Nido Villas puts you within a 10-minute drive of El Nido Main Beach. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe, or indulge in deep-tissue massages, body treatments or manicures and pedicures. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are other features. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Filipino, French
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM*
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
Free daily reception
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
6 buildings/towers
Built in 2017
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Spa services
Accessibility
Smooth flooring in room
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Fan
Minibar
Slippers
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Bidet
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
High chair
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of PHP 1500 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 3)
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from 1 September 2025 to 22 September 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for PHP 2500.0 per day
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of PHP 1000 per pet, per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Karuna El Nido Villas Hotel
Karuna Villas Hotel
Karuna Villas
Karuna EL Nido Villas Palawan Island
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Karuna El Nido Villas?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Karuna El Nido Villas?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of PHP 1000 per pet, per day. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Karuna El Nido Villas?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Karuna El Nido Villas?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The charge is PHP 1500 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Karuna El Nido Villas?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Karuna El Nido Villas and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as snorkelling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Karuna El Nido Villas?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Karuna El Nido Villas like?
Karuna El Nido Villas is a short 11-minute walk from Corong Corong Beach and 11 minutes' walk from El Nido Public Market.
Karuna El Nido Villas Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
6 Aug 2024
Beautiful views of el nido and great spacious studio with kitchenette and indoor and outdoor dining area. Nicely decorated, definitely a great place to stay in El Nido.
LISA
LISA, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2024
Staff were so helpful, friendly and welcoming.
Entrance to the property could look more appealing.
Annie
Annie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2024
Bryan
Bryan, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2024
Everything about our stay was absolutely exceptional and exceeded our expectations. The staff was amazing and couldn’t have been more helpful. They went above and beyond anything we would have ever imagined to make our stay enjoyable and incredibly memorable. They were very flexible and extremely friendly. They had very great recommendations and were very familiar with the town and the tours. The view was breathtaking, one of a kind. It was incredibly relaxing with the bathtub and rainfall outdoor shower. The resort was very clean and easy to access all of the amenities. The room was absolutely stunning. The resort was built with every detail in mind and was an incredible value. I would recommend this resort to anyone with family or just wanting a romantic getaway. The food was amazing and the pool was picture perfect. They were willing to accommodate our special diet, and their customer service was over the top. Offered a private secluded vacation with the convenience of town and all of the amenities. The value is absolutely amazing, you will never regret staying here. We are already planning our trip for next year.
Tyler
Tyler, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 July 2024
Gorgeous views!
Jill
Jill, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 July 2024
Hilltop Haven!
Amazing view from the top, great service and staff!
The A frame loft (lumbung 2) was perfect for the 4 of us. It is one of the newer units.
Wifi, netflix, transportation service, food, in room massage ... just fantastic!
It does require a bit of effort to walk uphill. Good for cardio but may be a negative for some. Also , hand rails could be installed in certain areas to prevent accidental falls.
Sandy
Sandy, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 June 2024
The villas are wonderful, spacious, and well decorated. The pool and restaurant are great with awesome views. Resort is located at the top of the hills and there's an ongoing road construction, but as long as you coordinate your arrival, they'll pick you up from the main road. Great stay overall.
Gerry
Gerry, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2024
Best Lodging Experience
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 May 2024
Best place to stay at El Nido!! Staff was helpful attentive. Transportation shuttle was very flexible. Housekeeping made sure our villa was clean and pool was clean as well. Restaurant has so many options it was hard to go eat at other places outside the resort.
maefehl
maefehl, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2024
The experience was spectacular
The area is very good. Very well maintained and i like the bath tub with an amazing view of el nido town
Mark Joseph
Mark Joseph, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Apr 2024
Karuna has the most majestic views! It is perched on the side of the mountain. We really enjoyed our stay here. The staff are very attentive and helpful. They are very quick to assist with excursions and ride to town. They have an infinity pool that has a great view and a restaurant next to it. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Shower is outdoor overlooking the water. Inactive seniors, disabled and families with small children need caution because of uphill terrain and stairs. We didn’t have any issues as those situations didn’t apply to us. Special thank you to Ellen for all your help coordinating our rides and giving us information about the resort. Thank you Karuna for the wonderful time at your resort!
Rosalie
Rosalie, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2024
great views
ABDEL GHANI
ABDEL GHANI, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Apr 2024
Wonderful Villa with a superior view
Wonderful villa with a magnificent view. Very near to vanilla beach.Tricycles are dangerous for children especially at
this hilly road and they can not
climb thw hotel's road. They have a hammock, 2 sunbeds, a table and chairs. Bathroom with shower is open air and nice. We loved the villa.
Ercan
Ercan, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Mar 2024
Beautiful villas
Arshpreet
Arshpreet, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
10 Feb 2024
Imelda
Imelda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Feb 2024
Karuna Villa made our first visit to El Nido a very pleasant vacation. Staff was super friendly and helpful with all our questions and needs. They were very responsive when requesting transportation to and from downtown El Nido or closer destinations. Our Joglo was roomy and comfortable enough for our family of 5. The view of the bay was amazing especially during sunsets. I would recommend staying in Joglo 2 since it is right in the middle of the main office and restaurant/pool. Karuna was a great place to stay and would recommend it for anyone visiting El Nido.
CARL
CARL, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Jan 2024
Staff service is awesome, Sarifa, Julieann and Lester at the Reception Area, Benjie the driver and Ellen at the restaurant, all gave an excellent service. They are gem in this incredible place called Karuna.
Dennis
Dennis, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Jan 2024
nina
nina, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
18 Dec 2023
We were at the pool area enjoying our food and the bottle we bought when the shareholder came to nag at us and when we tried to let her know we wanted to let her know about the transportation experience she was getting loud that other guests can hear our conversation and she kept talking over us. Overall the front desk, drivers, bartenders, servers and other staff of the property were welcoming and kind. The shareholder made us feel very unwanted.
Cheryl May
Cheryl May, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
27 Nov 2023
Overall we were very happy with this hotel and we would stay here again. Gorgeous views, comfortable beds, delicious food, friendly service. The free car service was very useful. The only issue we had was that our air conditioning did not work. We mentioned it a few times to the staff and they said they checked it, but our room wouldn't get below 80 degrees F and the staff did not have solutions for us. Our family was in another suite and we know their air conditioning worked very well, so the issue was specific to our room.
Adrianna
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8/10 Very good
17 Nov 2023
Staff and Views were amazing. Unfortunately our J5 air could not keep up. Unit worked but is undersized for the space.
paul
paul, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
7 Nov 2023
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3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Oct 2023
Gorgeous views from our villa! Staff were friendly and attentive. Highly recommend!
Teresa
Teresa, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
15 Oct 2023
Very nice place with picturesque views of the bay. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Lester worked very hard to find us a private boat tour of the islands last minute. (If you arrive after 5pm ask them to set up a tour before you get there). We almost missed the best day with no rain for the tour but Lester came through in the clutch. Not much to complain about except the lounge chairs on the patio had stains. Needs a little cleaner sprayed on them. Everywhere you want to go on the resort is either uphill or downhill. It’s not that hard to manage but if you are old or disabled you might look elsewhere. All in all it is a great place with wonderful views and services. Tip: Building 4&5 are situated the highest with best views.
Matt
Matt, 3-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor
25 Sept 2023
My son bite by unknown animal while we were sleeping, by the time we all turned on all the lights it was gone , bite marked looks like snake , luckily it was not venomous otherwise I’ll be crazy by now , to make the story short it was nightmare ….