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Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only

Palawan · Philippines

Corong Corong Pob Brgy 4View location

9.4/10Excellent20 Reviews
Cleanliness8.2/108.2
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition8.8/108.8
Neighborhood10.0/1010.0
Amenities7.8/107.8
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About Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only

When you stay at Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only in El Nido, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Corong Corong Beach and Caalan Beach. This hostel is 1. 7 mi (2. 7 km) from El Nido Main Beach and 1. 7 mi (2.

7 km) from El Nido Dock. Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6 AM to 10 AM for a fee. Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned guestrooms.

Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.

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When you stay at Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only in El Nido, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Corong Corong Beach and Marimegmeg Beach. This hostel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from El Nido Main Beach and 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from Nacpan Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until Anytime
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 16

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Cash deposit required Minimum guest age is 16 Caters to adults only Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Special Instructions
    This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    16
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately PHP 100 to 150 per person

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Corong Corong Beach 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
El Nido Public Market 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Marimegmeg Beach 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
El Nido Via Ferrata Canopy Walk 2 km / 1.3 mi
Parish of St Francis of Assisi 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
El Nido Main Beach 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Bacuit Bay 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
El Nido Dock 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Las Cabañas Beach 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
TownSquare Heritage District 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Caalan Beach 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Seven Commando Beach 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Dilumacad Island 6.5 km / 4 mi
Lio Beach 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Big Lagoon 11.3 km / 7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 12
  • hostel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Hotel safe
  • Garden
  • Concierge
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Bar
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  • Minimum check-in age: 16
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

B2

Breakfast For Two Guests

This meal plan may be available depending on the selected room/rate.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • Bed in dormitory BASICBed in dormitory • BASICBED.Z1

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    Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only

    Bed in dormitory BASIC

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    Bed in dormitory
    View / characteristic
    BASIC

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: BED.Z1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only

9.4
Excellent
20 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.2 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
8.8 /10
Neighborhood
10.0 /10
Amenities
7.8 /10
14 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2026
Anne
Très propre (dès qu'une personne sort de la douche, quelqu'un passe pour la laver). Personnel serviable heureux de nous aider à réserver des tours ou le ferry.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Mar 2026
Matz-Lennart
Good
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
27 Jan 2026
Alejandro
The property feels neglected
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2023
Fiona
This is a great spot for meeting fellow travelers and organizing tours from. Like others have said, definitely a party hostel with free drinks from 7-11 pm. The private room bed we had was pretty hard, so a little rough sleep. Breakfast and coffee included in your stay. There are quite a few restaurants nearby or its an easy ride into El Nido town proper.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2019
Verified traveler
Big Paul’s is the place to be in El Nido - we didn’t know what to expect and opted for a private twin room with for £15 each
Free rum and coke - for 3 hours
Copious free shots - made by Paul himself
Loads of other amazing backpackers from around the world
Free breakfast and just everyone is so nice!
5 mins in a tricycle from El Nido town centre
Bike rental yards away
Can’t fault it one bit - we only wish we could have stayed longer (my liver probs couldn’t take it though)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2019
Raphaël

Nice hostel, for those who want to party

It's definitely a party hostel, they offer free rum and coke every day from 7 to 10pm and guests are there to party! I felt a little overwhelmed when I first got there (I like to party but I also appreciate some quiet time), however it turned out fine: just ask for a dorm far from the common area. Staff is super nice (just like everywhere in the Philippines).

Wifi was very spotty + Don't book your tours or travels through this hostel, as they take a commission (just go to all the nearby travel agents).
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2019
Lara

10/10 hostel

Loved it! Was a great hostel and made some great friends
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2019
Jaryd

highly recommended, a great stay, clean and vibey

The host, Paul, has an excellent vibe and is very welcoming. There are lots of young people at the Hostel and it would be easy to meet people if you tried. The rooms are in very good condition, as well as the bathrooms (there is even hot water!). The staff will go the extra mile for you every time! My only gripe was that the staff did not offer to clean your room or empty the bins unless you specifically asked them to - the staff should take initiative to enter the rooms and clear the bins, sweep the floors and change the sheets/blankets! However, the bathrooms are cleaned regularly. A great place overall! The Wifi doesn't really work.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
This hostel was very new and very clean. Everything was great! Could ask for a place that is that cheap and in that good of condition. Definitely worth the stay. The atmosphere was awesome, easy to meet people with free Rum and Coke homemade from Big Paul. This was an amazing hostel, would absolutely recommend!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2018
John
This is my second time with Big Paul Hostel, they are improving a lot from the poor service to almost excellent service. The hostel owner Paul is very hands on and making sure everyone having a good time.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2018
darren
Great friendly place to stay
I would go back
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2018
darren

Can't go wrong

Cheerfull staff great surroundings
Feel very welcome
Helpful girls make you like home
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2018
darren

great service friendly atmosphere

Was only going to stay one night an go back to the hostel that was booked out
But 5 days later still here
The girls are lovely so helpful cheerful
I couldn't leave and they make a super breakfast as well
great place new pleasant surroundings
The owner Paul is a top bloke as well had dinner with his family pork tasty as so generous

8/10
Excellent
04 Mar 2023
Elisabeth
Stuff ist super lieb und immer da bei jeglichen Fragen. Ins Zentrum oder zum Vanilla Beach sind es Max. 5 min mit dem trycicle.
Es gibt auch noch einen anderen Strand beim Hostel zu welchen man schnell zu Fuß ist.
Abends gibt es immer free rum und man kann dann gemeinsam weiter in die Stadt zum feiern.
Bei den oberen Betten gibt es leider keine Vorgängen also ist die Privatsphäre etwas eingeschränkt, aber fanden es persönlich nicht schlimm.
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Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only
Corong Corong Pob Brgy 4, El Nido, Philippines

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