Cauayan Island Resort
Resort, 5-starCauayan Island, Bacuit Bay, El Nido, Palawan, 5313, El Nido, PhilippinesShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, rooms and value.
9.483Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at Cauayan Island, Bacuit Bay, El Nido, Palawan, 5313.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Luxurious Spa and Recreational Amenities Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the spa. Relax by the outdoor pool or work out at the fitness center.
Fine Dining and Room Service Savor international cuisine at Cauayan Restaurant or enjoy 24-hour room service. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Comfortable Accommodations Stay in uniquely decorated guestrooms with private patios and modern amenities like free Wi-Fi and LCD TVs.
Book now to experience beachfront luxury at Cauayan Island Resort in El Nido, just steps away from pristine beaches and top attractions.
What this place offers
- Fitness facilities
- Free airport transportation
- Free breakfast
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Full-service spa
- Meeting rooms
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Snack bar/deli
- Playground on site
- Scuba diving on site
Rooms
9.4
Top rated
Rated 9.4 out of 10 by 83 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.4
- Service9.7
- Location9.2
- Rooms9.6
- Amenities9.2
- Value9.4
- Food & drink9.2
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat amenitiesSpacious and clean rooms
PercivalGreat place for a retreat. Topnotch service. The resort is amazing.
huiStaff 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…
Julius AngeloAmazing 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.
PatrickThis was hands down the best resort I have ever stayed at any where in the world
Maria SairaI 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…
Daniel JamesNeeds a billiards table. Darts, or huge chess pieces. Boring place. Not much to do.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Cauayan Island, Bacuit Bay, El Nido, Palawan, 5313, El Nido, Philippines
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 05:30 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
No children
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No pets
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. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. 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.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds. No rollaway/extra beds available
Pets. Service animals not allowed
Accessibility. No elevators
General. Professional property host/manager
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. One child 5 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Cauayan Island Resort
What time is check-in and check-out at Cauayan Island Resort?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Cauayan Island Resort allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is breakfast included at Cauayan Island Resort?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Cauayan Island Resort have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Cauayan Island Resort?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Cauayan Island Resort have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Cauayan Island Resort?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Cauayan Island Resort?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Cauayan Island Resort?
Cauayan Island, Bacuit Bay, El Nido, Palawan, 5313, El Nido.
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