Caalan Beach — Attraction in El Nido

Jay, the manager, was excellent when we first stopped to inquire about a room. He showed us our options and we booked for three nights. Showers were warm and beds on par with the rest of those we encountered in the Philippines. Shower is with the toilet which is something we realize is common in Philippines and we got used to it! The view is amazing and the tide can be seen to go in and out. I loved the hammocks for relaxing and the pool was great to cool down in. We did tour A and C through the hotel and both were great and the food was delicious (and they accommodated one vegan in our group) Yes it’s about 1 km from El Nido proper but you can get an adventurous trike ride there and back if you want- we enjoyed the walk and it seemed shorter every time we did it! Thanks to June who was a great after hours manager - and thanks to the staff for accommodating our 4 am pickup (even providing us with a...

The resort is located at the far end of the beach, which is the occasion of some of the most interesting tricycle trip one is to ever experience. Speaking of which, the resort offers tricycle service (shuttle) to their guests as a convenient way to go to El Nido town and back. The room was very spacious, clean, beds comfortable, shower with hot water. The resort can help with getting any activity organized, at competitive price, no need to look further. The breakfast, although simple, is very generous and very good too. Don't let those who comment you have to drive through a creepy cemetery fool you: it's just a matter of driving/walking past it. Owners are lovely and helpful in every way. so is...

It loses a star because there are wild dogs that roam the beach, they always run up and down barking, they don't seam dangerous but it's annoying. The beach is nothing special but it's not busy and you can find a spot easy. Water is warm, but shallow, but it's good for a float and swim, bring swim shoes for the rocky sand in the beach and in the water. Sunsets...