Corong-corong Pob. (Brgy 4), El Nido, MIMAROPA, 5313
What's nearby
Corong Corong Beach - 13 min walk
Marimegmeg Beach - 2 min drive
Bacuit Bay - 3 min drive
Caalan Beach - 5 min drive
El Nido Main Beach - 7 min drive
Getting around
Puerto Princesa (PPS) - 107.3 miles/172.7 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Bella Vita El Nido - 5 min walk
Ver de El Nido - 2 min drive
Bulalo Plaza - 19 min walk
Kopi & Bake - 2 min drive
About this property
Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only
Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only puts you within a 10-minute drive of El Nido Main Beach. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 16
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 16
Minimum check-in age is 16
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–10 AM
Bar/lounge
Free daily reception
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Arcade/games room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately PHP 100 to 150 per person
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts cash.
Also known as
Big Paul Hostel Adults El Nido
Big Paul Hostel Adults
Big Paul Adults El Nido
Big Paul Hostel Nido
Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only El Nido
Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only and nearby?
Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only has an arcade and a garden.
What's the area around Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only like?
Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only is a short 13-minute walk from Corong Corong Beach and 14 minutes' walk from El Nido Public Market.
Big Paul Hostel - Adults Only Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
11 Mar 2023
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.
Fiona
Fiona, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 May 2019
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)
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar 2019
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).
Raphaël
Raphaël, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Feb 2019
10/10 hostel
Loved it! Was a great hostel and made some great friends
Lara
Lara, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jan 2019
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.
Jaryd
Jaryd, 6-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Dec 2018
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!
Verified traveller
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2018
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.
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Sep 2018
Great friendly place to stay
I would go back
darren
darren, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Aug 2018
Can't go wrong
Cheerfull staff great surroundings
Feel very welcome
Helpful girls make you like home
darren
darren, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Aug 2018
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
darren
darren, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Mar 2023
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.