Palawan on a BudgetThe Island of Palawan has so much to offer from crystal clear waters, white sand beaches, and famous attractions. Home to the famous El Nido, it is a favorite destination for many travelers. It is the perfect place to go if you’re looking for beauty without spending a fortune! AuthorsSteller
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Stays

Hidden Garden Pensione
Close to El Nido Main Beach. They also have a sweet on-property garden.
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Ship Wreck Pension
Just one block from the waters edge this spot offers a friendly atmosphere and a great location ☺️
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Frendz Hostel El Nido
Right in the center of El Nido downtown, complete with a rooftop pool and great community energy... this is the spot to be
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Big Paul Hostel - El Nido
adults only hostel offering dorms and private rooms. There is a great bar and lounge space too!
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Outpost Beach Hostel
Just a 5-minute ride south of downtown El Nido, Outpost is right on the relaxed Sunset Beach shores
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Eats & Drinks

Seed Dreams El Nido
Right by El Nido Beach, this spot has friendly vibes and great vegan options too 🌊
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Big Bad Thai Restaurant - El Nido
Be sure to get here early as it fills up... Try the assortment of Thai curries and a cocktail while overlooking the beach and El Nido downtown. Share a mango sticky rice for dessert! 🤤
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Bella Vita
A trendy beach bar on Corong Corong Beach. Known for their pizza, pasta and cocktails
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Happiness Beach Bar
Large menus for every meal, this bar is nestled right into a hostel 🍽️
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Things to Do

Taraw Cliff
Up for a challenge, hike 2 hours to the highest point in all of El Nido! Be careful when hiking and make sure to bring the proper equipment with you 🥾
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Small Lagoon
There are 4 main tours in El Nido Palawan, A, B, C, or D. They generally cost anywhere from most tours cost between 1200-2700 PHP ($24-54 USD) but will take you around to the famous coastlines and lagoons. You can even negotiate with different vendors! El Nido Tour A – Small Lagoon, Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island & 7 Commando Beach El Nido Tour B – Snake Island, Pinagbuyutan Island, Entalula Beach, Cudugnon Cave & a Snorkeling Spot El Nido Tour C – Helicopter Island, Matinloc Shrine, Secret Beach, Talisay Beach & Hidden Beach El Nido Tour D – Ipil Beach, Cadlao Lagoon, Paradise & Pasandigan Beach, Natmat Beach & Bukal Beach
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Nacpan Beach
As of 2019, this beach is free! It is about an hour drive from downtown, but the perfect place to relax in the sand and the sun 🌞
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Las Cabañas Beach
15-20 minutes from downtown, this is a great place to stop by in the afternoon or to watch the sunset... ** you can ride a 750-meter zipline between two islands from here!! how cool
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Seven Commandos Beach
Relax under the sun, take a dip in the cerulean waters, or enjoy a colorful sunset right from the shore at this beach outside of downtown El Nido 👙🏖️
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Cervantes Viewdeck
A bumpy drive is required, but a beautiful viewpoint is the reward! 🚙💨
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