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Cauayan Island Resort

5.0 star property

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cauayan Island, Bacuit Bay, El Nido, Palawan, 5313
  • Place, El Nido Main Beach
  • Place, Nacpan Beach
  • Place, Corong Corong Beach
  • Airport, El Nido (ENI)

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8.4 out of 10
Very good
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  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Beach View Villa (Free Breakfast & Free Roundtrip Airport Transfer)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Partial ocean view

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Water Villa (Free Breakfast & Free Roundtrip Airport Transfer)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Resort view

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Beach view

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Sunrise Cauayan Pool Villa (With Breakfast and Boat Transfer)

  • 270 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Beach view

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Bayview Cauayan Pool Villa (Free Breakfast & Free Roundtrip Airport Transfer)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 270 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Bay view

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 270 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Resort view

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  • 270 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Bay view

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About the area

El Nido

With a stay at Cauayan Island Resort in El Nido, you'll be on the beach, and 5.6 mi (9 km) from El Nido Main Beach and 6.8 mi (11 km) from Nacpan Beach. .This beach resort is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Caalan Beach and 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Seven Commando Beach.
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Getting around

  • El Nido (ENI) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ap Kala
  • Tuk Tuk Thai
  • Art Café
  • The Café
  • Lio Beach Club

About this property

Cauayan Island Resort

Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool
Cauayan Island Resort offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

This El Nido resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the resort include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Cauayan Spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and minibars. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and 36-inch LCD televisions are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and bidets.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy international cuisine at Cauayan Restaurant, a beachfront restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary during limited hours.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Cauayan Restaurant - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free return airport shuttle from 6:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cauayan Restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

More

  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - March 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via boat and shuttle and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is accessible via boat. Roundtrip land transfers from Lio Airport (El Nido) to El Nido Pier and roundtrip boat transfers from El Nido Pier to the resort are included in the room rate; transfers are arranged by the property. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 7 days before their expected arrival.
Boat transfers from El Nido Pier to the property are available at 7:30 AM, noon, 4 PM, and 5 PM. Transfers from the property to El Nido Pier are available at 5:30 AM, 9 AM, 10 AM, 1 PM, and 2 PM. Guests planning to arrive in El Nido after 5 PM are advised to book an overnight stay in El Nido, as boat transfers will not be available in the late afternoon and evening.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: PHP 16172.00
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: PHP 9330.00 (from 6 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Cauayan Resort El Nido
Cauayan Resort
Cauayan El Nido
Cauayan Resort El Nido, Palawan Island
Cauayan
Cauayan Island Resort El Nido
Cauayan Island El Nido
Cauayan Island
Palawan Island
Cauayan Island Resort Resort
Cauayan Island Resort El Nido
Cauayan Island Resort Resort El Nido

Cauayan Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 234 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 234 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 234 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 234 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 234 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Winston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Livonia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort for a relaxed holiday in a secluded island
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Percival

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a retreat. Topnotch service. The resort is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

hui

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are extremely friendly and make us feel like home. Happy day is very good deal for person enjoy drinking. Bartenders are beyond expectation. However, the resort is under construction for new villas, which is noisy in the morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

MORIHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julius Angelo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place! The staff are friendly and courteous. Villas are nice and clean. Bed is spacious. They have different varieties of food. Me and my family will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vilay, Greenfield

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was hands down the best resort I have ever stayed at any where in the world
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Saira, Rego Park

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wanted to share a few suggestions that may help enhance the overall experience for guests, especially those staying for multiple nights or who prefer non-water activities. While island hopping and hiking are wonderful offerings, incorporating additional on-site and land-based experiences can provide more variety and engagement. Some recommendations include: Non-Water On-Site Activities: • Pool Table / Billiards – Great for indoor entertainment during the evenings or rainy days. • Board Games & Card Sets – Readily available in the common lounge or for borrowing. • Foosball, Air Hockey, or Darts • Mini Library or Book Exchange Corner • Outdoor Movie Nights – Weekly or bi-weekly events can be a nice touch. • Local Cooking Classes or Cultural Demonstrations – Allow guests to immerse themselves in the local lifestyle. • Live Acoustic Music Nights – Especially during weekends or peak seasons. Land Tour Suggestions: • Cultural Village Visits – Showcase the local way of life, crafts, and traditions. • Farm or Garden Tours – If applicable, offer a chance to learn about local agriculture or herbal plants. • Scenic ATV or E-bike Rides – Explore nearby hills, forests, or viewpoints. • Sunset Viewing Spots – Organize land trips to the best sunset spots with refreshments. • Local Food Tours – Partner with nearby eateries or markets to offer guided tasting experiences. Adding even just a few of these could make a big difference in keeping guests entertained, especially dur
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Athena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel James, Santa Clarita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Needs a billiards table. Darts, or huge chess pieces. Boring place. Not much to do.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

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

10/10 Excellent

Gemmalyn

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mario a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place and super friendly staff. I have knee and back issues and staff helped me throughout the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Feras

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great! Great place, great rooms, great staff, great beach and pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
This was an outstanding hotel! The pictures don’t do it justice. Fantastic staff, gorgeous location, and all of the makings of a fabulous holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earl John

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One for the books!

This resort embodies the perfect blend of laid-back luxury and relaxation, with exceptional customer service and staff, filling me with pride for my Filipino roots.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort, staff top notch, food very good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

A True Island Paradise – But the Incredible Staff

Our stay at Cauayan Island Resort was beyond five stars. The secluded, pristine location offered breathtaking views, making it a true island paradise. The all-inclusive dining exceeded expectations, with fresh, creative dishes and impeccable service, especially from Karl at the restaurant. What truly sets this resort apart is the incredible staff. Mac, the manager, went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect, even assisting with extending our visit and rearranging flights. The front desk team, Krem and Joy, were always welcoming and helpful. A special mention to Ernil and Oden from the boat crew, who made our excursion unforgettable. The spa services were exceptional, providing a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. Every aspect of our stay exceeded our high expectations. We can’t wait to return to this paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

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

Amazing stay

We had an amazing time at the Cauayan. We loved everything about it, the setting, the outstanding level of service, the nature surrounding it, the privacy. I particularly loved seeing turtles and baby sharks while snorkelling on the beach. We had two wonderful day trips to the nearby attractions and beauty spots and did some diving. Jeremiah deserves a special mention for making our trips even more enjoyable. We rarely go back to the same place, but the Cauayan might just become an exception.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliot

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Cauayan was truly exceptional. The pre-arrival communication was smooth and efficient, and the airport transfer was seamless. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. They were particularly wonderful with our two young children, creating a welcoming and fun atmosphere that made our holiday truly special. The island itself is breathtaking, and our accommodation was perfect. Cauayan surpassed our expectations in every way, and we left feeling like we'd experienced a slice of paradise.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

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

Unreal

The hotel is amazing , the staff is so friendly and accommodating , restaurant menu is great as you have local options and a variety of dishes from other countries, this is the best hotels in El Nido
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

andres

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

MUST READ!

It was absolute perfection! This was our first time to the Phillippines, my suggestion is don’t stay in el nido town, stay your entire time at Cauayan, the hotel was incredible but the staff makes it a 10 star hotel. We were lucky enough to meet Gio, Cristian and Alrey from the pool bar, they were all so kind and welcoming, they make killer drinks and are always making sure you have the best time. Also look for Joy at the front desk, she will help with any issues you may have. Lastly , we truly enjoyed the service of Arniel at the restaurant, what a nice polite man. This hotel has a much better coral reef than any of the el nido tours, the beach is much more enjoyable than any el nido tours , so I highly recommend this place!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025