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  • Fazal Mahmud Roni
    Dhaka City, Bangladesh819 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Just 10/12 mins away in Tricycle from El Nido beach. One of the best sunset experience of my life.

    After the driver drops you in front of the beach plaza…..just walk through for 5 mins to the beach. Once you reach there walk to the right side of the beach and go to extreme corner to view the spectacular sunset.

    The beach and water is clean, so you can swim too. Number of beach side cafe and hotels are also available. After the sunset, you can chill any of those.

    Must Visit for Sunset.
    Written October 25, 2024
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  • Fav Five
    Zurich, Switzerland18 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Snake island is one of the stopovers in the island hopping tours departing from El Nido. It is located around 20 minutes away from the town and the name comes for the shame communicating an small illet with the mainland.

    It is an awesome natural spot but unfortunately too crowded of tourists, even I'm one of them, and we saw some pollution on the area, that is very disappointing.
    Written June 19, 2023
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  • R J
    582 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was an unexpected surprise as much more beautiful than the photos. Paradise! I walked all the way down and spent some time under the palm trees and in the clear, aqua sea. Felt like I was on Survivor, no one around. Then, I rented a lounge at the beach club. It only cost 500php and that amount went toward any food or drinks (which I had both). What I thought would be an 1-2 hour visit turned into a full day of perfection.
    Written April 19, 2024
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  • mrc282
    World9,578 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    this is one of the stops in Tour A

    beach is okay, especially when the water shimmer turquoise. there is also a stall selling snacks and drinks.

    vellago resort is situated here

    but as is with all things in SE Asia, lack of regulations mean it's unlikely to stay pristine and be sustainable over time
    Written December 24, 2024
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  • Tourist828101
    Cebu Island, Philippines111 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    The beach is not smooth--rocks and uneven. Many boats block the sea scape.
    Just good for strolling. Access to hotels and restaurants is convenient.
    Written December 12, 2024
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  • Mallo_Pahanen
    Helsinki, Finland994 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    After all, this is the closest beach to El Nido town and a place worth visiting. There are quite a lot of tourists, but then again there are services and cozy domes by the sea. You should check the place and form your own opinion. The sun shines here and you will surely find your place on the beach sand!
    Written November 27, 2023
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  • joancmartin
    3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our stay at Casa Kalaw, one of the Lio Estates in El Nido was wonderful and relaxing. From airport pick up by JR, front staff, and breakfast/ kitchen crew with Sheila and Leah, the attention to detail and hospitality was remarkable. Our original assigned room had mildew and mould but they were able to accommodate a change of room for us to one that was clean. The overall estate is very environmentally conscious which was educational and useful for us to practice back at home.
    The staffs smile lightened up the room and made our stay that much more memorable. Thank you again for great hospitality.
    Written July 26, 2019
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  • MrsGNZ
    South Island, New Zealand411 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had another time of enjoying every aspect of our tour be either tour A of tour C. This place is gorgeous.
    Written July 25, 2022
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  • Matilda H
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A very beautiful and atmospheric place where you can see the sunset. Lovely staff, great music and very good drinks!
    A big recommendation to everyone❤️
    Written December 30, 2024
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  • Kayeleen
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We found the best place to chill in El Nido. The place was very nice and cozy. My Tito's and Tita's loved it there. Drinks were superb. 👌You can request your own mixture of drinks according to your preference. Very fast and accommodating staff. Rooftop bar is a MUST VISIT place in El Nido. 💜❤️💛💙🤍🖤💖
    Written May 19, 2023
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  • PMEA18
    stoke on trent30 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This place is guaranteed good vibes, no matter the night! It's a friendly crowd with lovely staff. If you love dancing the night away with a great drink selection, this is the place for you. Just note though it does get really busy, but that goes to show how fun the place is.
    Written July 15, 2024
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  • DiF
    Brisbane, Australia8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stunning. A beautiful beach, which is pristine and well-looked after. And you swim while you’re looking at a backdrop of islands that seems like something from a National Geographic photo shoot. We were there for sunset (breath-taking) , then made the very difficult decision of which of the many lovely bars and cafes we would go to for dinner, that are situated right on the beach. It was a very quick trip back to El Nido by tricycle afterwards, where we were staying. Lio Beach is one of our favourite spots in the Philippines.
    Written January 19, 2025
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