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Karuna El Nido Villas has sea views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in El Nido, 300 metres from Corong Corong Beach. With pool views, this accommodation features a balcony and a swimming pool. The accommodation offers free shuttle service, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. At the villa complex, units include air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchenette, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes and slippers. A terrace with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in every unit. At the villa complex, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The villa serves a continental and American breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. At Karuna El Nido Villas, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, brunch and cocktails and specialises in American cuisine. Sightseeing tours are available in the vicinity of the property. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings and the accommodation can arrange a car rental service. Lapus Lapus Beach is less than 1 km from Karuna El Nido Villas. El Nido Airport is 6 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Asian, American, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Hiking

Diving

Snorkelling


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
7.9
High score for El Nido

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Pooja
    Singapore Singapore
    Well maintained property located near town. The resort provides hourly drop and pick up services from and to the town. The service was excellent. The staff was very responsive on WhatsApp and took care of the finest details. Will highly recommend...
  • Alan
    Singapore Singapore
    Friendly staff at the restaurant and shuttle service.
  • Hannah
    Australia Australia
    Amazing and clean villas with still a touch of wildlife and lush greenery surrounding the villas. We saw a monkey on our balcony!! Such a great location close to the best sunset beach bars and close to town. The property had such breathtaking...
  • Dmitrijs
    Latvia Latvia
    Stunning view on El Nido’s beautiful bay with islands! Amazing studio villa and very good food in hotel’s restaurant. Personnel is so friendly and helpful.
  • Jack
    Australia Australia
    Location was perfect and was the same villa shown on booking.com listing. Views were amazing and had no issues with our stay.
  • Stefan
    Germany Germany
    Extra nice view over pacban beach and the bay. Super nice Appartement. nice and welcoming personal. Restaurant and pool with the best view over the bay
  • Volkan
    Australia Australia
    The view is stunning! Enjoy the sunset from the balcony! The room is clean and comfortable! The staff are amazing! The shuttle is very convenience
  • Raviraj
    India India
    The property is made in Balinese style and the rooms are outstanding. The views are breathtaking from the rooms. The staff is extremely professional and positive. The infinity pool is truly beautiful. Food is great too.
  • Stefan
    Germany Germany
    In many details its obvious, that this place was designed with love, passion and taste.
  • lester139
    Australia Australia
    What can I say this was an absolute perfect 4 days staying in karuna el nido villas,every thing was excellent from the food to the amazing staff and the villa I stayed in (studio 3) was 10/10 the most amazing view overlooking the sea and the bay...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Karuna El Nido Villas

Company review score: 9Based on 306 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Established since 2018, we are now 14 units, all with air-conditioning and seaviews.

Property information

The Private Pool Villa and the Joglos, are a modernized version of the traditional Indonesian Joglo design, giving its distinct vibe in the island of El Nido.We are located on a hill facing Corong Corong bay in mainland El nido. We are NOT beachfront but only a 5minute walk to Corong Corong beach, and less than 10 minutes tricycle ride to El Nido Town center. Lio airport is 20mins by vehicle, while Puerto Princesa is 5-6 hours travel time. Since we are located on a hill, please be advised that we are not wheelchair-accessible and there will be uphill walking and stairs in the Resort. We do not recommend our place to people with walking disabilities. Each unit has its own panoramic mountain and ocean views, truly picturesque scenery unparalleled in the whole Island. From its Reception Area, Restaurant and Bar, Pool, to each unit, relaxing sea views and mountain views await everyone. Karuna also has very spacious units compared to other properties in El Nido, ranging from 60sqm Studio to a whooping 250-sqm Pool Villa. All units, with the exception of the Apartment, have its own wrap-around balcony and outdoor bath tubs.All units have air-conditioning , king-sized beds, Netflix, and kitchenettes allowing guests to prepare their own food if they want. We have outdoor bathrooms in most units. Karuna El Nido Villas have a Reception area. Parking is free and complimentary shuttle to and from El Nido town can be arranged. There is a restaurant and pool bar on site that is ready to serve a la carte breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner as we are open from 7am to 10pm. The emerald infinity pool can be enjoyed from 8am to 9pm. SHARED INFINITY POOL WILL BE CLOSED AND WILL UNDERGO MAINTENANCE ON SEPT 1 TO 22 2025.

Neighbourhood information

Karuna El Nido Villas is a hillside resort. Surrounded by nature’s hum, we are conveniently located as El Nido town and port is less than a 10-minute drive. Transportation is also easy as there are tricycles downhill. Lio Airport is 20 minutes away while El Nido Bus Terminal is 8 minutes. Pops district is just a 5 minute walk below our property. Corong corong beach is 5mins walk from Karuna. Good for sunset walks and has restaurants by the beach. Vanilla Beach is 10mins tricycle ride from Karuna. Lio beach is 25mins away.Nacpan beach is 45mins away. It is a long beach good for swimming and has restaurants and other accommodations nearby. Duli beach is 50mins away. Good for surfing.

Languages spoken

English,Filipino

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      American • Local • Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Karuna El Nido Villas
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • Children's high chair
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laptop safe
  • Telephone
  • TV

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Iron

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas

Wellness

  • Fitness
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Open-air bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Activities

  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site

Outdoor & View

  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View

Building characteristics

  • Private apartment in building

Transport

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying

Miscellaneous

  • Pet bowls
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Filipino

House rules
Karuna El Nido Villas takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 11:30 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ₱ 1,000 is required on arrival. That's about £13. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
5 years
Extra bed upon request
₱ 2,500 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Karuna El Nido Villas in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A damage deposit of ₱ 1,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Karuna El Nido Villas

  • Check-in at Karuna El Nido Villas is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Karuna El Nido Villas (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from Karuna El Nido Villas. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Karuna El Nido Villas may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Karuna El Nido Villas is 1.1 miles from the centre of El Nido. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Karuna El Nido Villas can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Asian
    • American
    • Breakfast to go

  • Karuna El Nido Villas has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Karuna El Nido Villas (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 3 guests
    • 4 guests
    • 5 guests
    • 8 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Karuna El Nido Villas on this page.

  • Yes, Karuna El Nido Villas is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Karuna El Nido Villas on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Karuna El Nido Villas on this page.

  • Karuna El Nido Villas offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Beauty Services
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Fitness
    • Open-air bath
    • Pedicure
    • Happy hour
    • Manicure
    • Swimming Pool
    • Body treatments