El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge

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Discover what our guests have to say about their unforgettable stay at El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge

9.8

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Roy

9/10

United Kingdom

YOUNG_COUPLE

January 24, 2026

A truly evocative location which also provides a window into life in the local community.

What guests loved:

This is an exceptionally memorable guesthouse. Gordon and Cristina are immersed in the local community and so provide an unusual insight into Philippines life. The long running guesthouse offers all t...

Areas for improvement:

Nothing, but we appreciate genuineness, distinctiveness and location over just formal modern facilities.

Flores

10/10

United States

YOUNG_COUPLE

January 20, 2026

Staying at El Gordo is a great way to experience the essence of Filipino life.

What guests loved:

I loved that we were out of the noise and traffic of town with only the seashore in front of us and limestone cliffs behind us. My husband and I had a balcony room with a fabulous view of the bay. Th...

Areas for improvement:

El Gordo is just my style, simple yet clean and safe. However, it may not be for someone who wants to be in the center of action. Also, you need to walk along a narrow path through a local neighborhoo...

Jeremy

10/10

United States

SOLO_TRAVELLER

March 30, 2025

What guests loved:

Awesome view of the bay and a great spot to watch the rain. Great neighborhood!

Annette

10/10

United States

YOUNG_COUPLE

February 12, 2025

What guests loved:

Very friendly and welcoming hosts, you can tell they try their absolute best to accommodate and help everyone out. Every dorm bed has curtains and individual fan. Brekkie and other services available ...

Anthony

10/10

Thailand

SOLO_TRAVELLER

February 6, 2025

Hidden Gem

What guests loved:

I like how they made you feel at home and from the people around the area was nice. Finding the place for the first time was sketchy, but after you get to use tonitnand see how nice the people are it...

Areas for improvement:

Not much I didn't like except .maybe the bed and the roster right out the windows letting is know the sun is about to come up lol...I expected it but other than that I highly recommend this place!

Kylee

10/10

United States

YOUNG_COUPLE

February 3, 2025

Homey with a stunning location!

What guests loved:

The location & view was amazing! A close walk to everything and you get to walk through the local little village to get there. It was awesome getting to interact with the sweet kids. The view from our...

Areas for improvement:

Everything was great!

Kris

10/10

Canada

SOLO_TRAVELLER

January 15, 2025

So happy I stayed here

What guests loved:

I loved everything about this place. Staff were all super friendly and hospitable. No problems getting my laundry done while I was out. Even booked the day tours from them the day before. The views fr...

Areas for improvement:

Not anyones fault really, but it's definitely off the beaten path. I highly suggest renting a scooter as it's easily a 30 minute walk into town. And going through where the locals lived isn't exactly ...

Eva

10/10

Canada

YOUNG_COUPLE

January 6, 2025

What guests loved:

This place is absolutely amazing, With very special vibe Owner are wonderful I would definitely come back

Rosstapher

9/10

Philippines

SOLO_TRAVELLER

November 13, 2024

Great genuine feel hostel with character

What guests loved:

Genuinely cool hostel which is hard to find in el nido. One of my favourite stays here in Philippines, great views in the morning, locals everywhere, cats and kayak rentals.

Areas for improvement:

Dayam roosters but it is the Philippines. Glad I was here in the off season

Genevieve

10/10

Canada

SOLO_TRAVELLER

May 2, 2024

A hidden gem! 10/10

What guests loved:

Hands down one of my favorite stays in the Philippines! The hosts are the warmest people that make the place feel like you’re at home. Found the location to be perfect as it’s not in the middle of el ...

Areas for improvement:

Nothing :)