Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in El Nido
The 4 areas worth basing yourself in El Nido, Philippines — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with El Nido town.
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Top pick
El Nido town
The main strip — beach-front restaurants, dive shops, tour operators, and cheap rooms.
3.2 km from center
#2
Corong Corong
A 10-minute tricycle south of town — quieter beach, sunset bars, mid-range resorts.
4.4 km from center
#3
Nacpan Beach
45 minutes north — a 4km stretch of white sand with only a handful of huts.
14 km from center
#4
Lio Beach
Master-planned resort strip near the airport — pricier, more polished, private beach.
21 min walk from center
Getting around
Van transfer from Puerto Princesa airport (5–6h). Or fly into Lio airport at El Nido directly (limited flights).
Motorbike/tricycle around town; boat tours are the only way to reach the lagoons. Book Tour A/B/C/D through your hotel — same price everywhere.