Happiness Hostel El Nido

2.0 star property
Art Deco hostel in El Nido with a restaurant

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Boating
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Middle Eastern cuisine, ocean views
Interior
Interior
Lobby sitting area

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Serena Street, Buena Suerte, Palawan, El Nido, Palawan, 5313
  • El Nido Main Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Corong Corong Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Caalan Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • El Nido (ENI)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm Room with Balcony

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 2-bed Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

El Nido

Located in Barangay Buena Suerte, Happiness Hostel El Nido is next to El Nido Main Beach and Bacuit Bay. This 6-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • El Nido Main Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bacuit Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • El Nido Dock - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Corong Corong Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Caalan Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • El Nido (ENI) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angel Wish - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grounded - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jarace Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ver de El Nido - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Art Café - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Happiness Hostel El Nido

Art Deco hostel in El Nido with a restaurant
At Happiness Hostel El Nido, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a library. You can take advantage of free offsite parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for PHP 350 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a terrace and laundry facilities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Filipino, Hebrew

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Happiness Beach Bar

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Library
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 17 steps to reach entrance
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: PHP 350 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: GCash and PayPal
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: GCash and PayPal.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Happiness Hostel El Nido
Happiness El Nido
Happiness Hostel
Happiness Hostel Nido Nido
Happiness Hostel El Nido El Nido
Happiness Hostel El Nido Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Happiness Hostel El Nido Hostel/Backpacker accommodation El Nido

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Happiness Hostel El Nido?

Happiness Hostel El Nido provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Happiness Hostel El Nido?

This hostel is situated in Barangay Buena Suerte, just steps from El Nido Main Beach and Bacuit Bay, and within a short walk of El Nido Dock. You'll also find Corong Corong Beach and El Nido Public Market less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Happiness Hostel El Nido?

No, there isn't parking at the hostel but you'll find free parking nearby.

Does Happiness Hostel El Nido feature a casino?

No, Happiness Hostel El Nido doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Happiness Hostel El Nido?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Happiness Hostel El Nido?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a turndown service as well as an ocean-view restaurant and a restaurant bar.

Does Happiness Hostel El Nido have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Happiness Hostel El Nido have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Happiness Hostel El Nido serves breakfast for a surcharge at Happiness Beach Bar.

Does Happiness Hostel El Nido allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Happiness Hostel El Nido.

Does Happiness Hostel El Nido have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Happiness Hostel El Nido?

The closest major airport to Happiness Hostel El Nido is El Nido (ENI), which is 4 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Happiness Hostel El Nido?

Yes, some rooms at Happiness Hostel El Nido offer a balcony and may feature sea views.

Happiness Hostel El Nido Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Amenities
Such an excellent location, and the place was very clean with updated rooms. Also a great social hostel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ntombenhle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were always friendly and willing to assist. Shoutout to May who organised me a shuttle from the airport in the last minutes. Loved the air conditioning in the bedrooms!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happiness

Even in a monsoon this place delivers on its name
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Danny, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a great little hostel in an excellent location. The staff were friendly, and the facility was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marcia g

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yujin

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

LAAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Amazing place
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018