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Golden Monkey Cottages

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Exterior
Partial Sea View Room | View from room
Beachfront Cottage
Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, sea views
Partial Sea View Room | View from room
Golden Monkey Cottages offers an ideal beachfront location with scuba diving steps away. Enjoy a garden to explore and an on-site restaurant for convenient meals. Free in-room WiFi keeps guests connected, and previous visitors consistently praise their experience.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Exterior

On the beach

This hotel is located on the beach. Ocean-view dining offers a charming setting for a memorable meal at the restaurant. An on-site activity you may enjoy during your trip is snorkelling.

On the beach, scuba diving, snorkelling, kayaking
Exterior

Room options

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Sept 22 - Sept 23
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Tomorrow

Sept 23 - Sept 24
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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in El Nido, Golden Monkey Cottages is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at El Nido Main Beach and Nacpan Beach.
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Ca-alan Beach, Barangay Masagana, El Nido, Palawan, 5313

What's nearby

  • Bacuit Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Caalan Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • El Nido Main Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Corong Corong Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lio Beach - 9 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • El Nido (ENI) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ap Kala - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Altrov'é - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hama Coffee El Nido - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Big Bad Thai - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Scape - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Golden Monkey Cottages

Hotel near El Nido Main Beach
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Golden Monkey Cottages. With a beachfront location, scuba diving and kayaking, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and luggage storage
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, bidets and free toiletries
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: PHP 250 for adults and PHP 250 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • In-room dining only
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is in a car-free zone and can be reached only by private tricycle.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately PHP 250 for adults and from PHP 250 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: PHP 700 per vehicle (one way)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining)

Property is also known as

Golden Monkey Cottages Hotel El Nido
Golden Monkey Cottages Hotel
Golden Monkey Cottages El Nido
Golden Monkey Cottages El Nido
Golden Monkey Cottages Hotel
Golden Monkey Cottages El Nido
Golden Monkey Cottages Hotel El Nido

Frequently asked questions

Is Golden Monkey Cottages pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Golden Monkey Cottages?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Golden Monkey Cottages?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Golden Monkey Cottages?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Does Golden Monkey Cottages provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of PHP 700 per vehicle applies.

Where is Golden Monkey Cottages located?

Nestled on the beach, this El Nido hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Bacuit Bay and El Nido Main Beach. Caalan Beach and El Nido Dock are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Golden Monkey Cottages Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

6.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 79 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing stay here! The staff was awesome and my accommodations were perfect. The only thing I didn’t like was the convenience of getting to and from El Nido. The hotel provided free transportation but only to the main square.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a run down hotel. It was dirty and black mould throughout the room. The bed was like sleeping on a rock. We actually moved to lime resort and it was fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay and great staff at Golden Monkey

Good, quiet location right on the waterfront, comfortable room, good rates, and above all extremely helpful, friendly staff who went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed our stay and made the most of our time.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You would have the best view if you’re staying at cottage 1.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The relaxing splash

Was a relaxing stay with the splash of the sea & the awesome mountains around
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast options and in generell good food, close enough to all the bars and restaurants directly El Nido, amazing view and not many people but still close to everything

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the staff service and the view of the resort. My kids loved our stay at it that they don't want to leave the place already. We fell in love with the view at the resort location. We also love the breakfast options, its free breakfast, and its free tuktuk service from/to the resort. We will definitely come back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely LOVE LOVE this place!!! From the moment we arrived, the staff was welcoming and met every expectation. The staff made sure we had "to go" breakfast on a morning that we were leaving for a private boat tour, so kind. The dinning area is incredible; we could've just sat there for hours as the view was perfect! Right on the water; so beautiful. Food was great. We walked to and from town, for us no big deal only a short walk to everything. The grounds are as clean as they could be and so beautiful with the flowers, trees, rock walkway, and little sitting areas. Our "cabin" was perfect, air conditioning worked very well, clean, and just what we needed. We would recommend this place to everyone and if ever in the area again would stay here. Thanks for such an amazing stay!!!

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has new owners There is still a few issues they are working through however based on my experience here this will be a fabulous place to stay for my future visits
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little cottage away from all the city noise. Right on beach. Wake up in the mornings and simply take a few steps to the water
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful location on Calaan Beach, which is just an easy 5-10 minute walk into town. The cottage I stayed in was basic with just a ceiling fan, which is fine for me, with a very tropical jungle feel to the rooms. The staff were all so friendly and helpful. The grounds are kept immaculate. The breakfast included was simple, but delicious and the view from the restaurant/bar everyone morning is memorable. Really enjoyed staying here and not in town centre. Would return on my next visit to el nido.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Views wonderful. Noise around area and within property disappointing. I was awoken quite a bit by staff, construction workers, loud guests. Staff gave misinformation and was not prepared for transport when said would.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I booked room one, a family room, as it was the last room available at the time. I didn’t need the additional space but it was worth the additional cost for the view. There was seating and two sun beds on the deck overlooking the bay. Unrestricted water views. The hotel isn’t new, but gets five stars for the view and the excellent food.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some of the reviews were very dramatic, and frankly not a reflection of the experience I had at Golden Monkey. I loved the rooms, decor, bar (albeit intermittently attended), hammock and quick access to the beach. I would recommend taking a separate tricycles if you have anymore than two people and bags, otherwise your third will have to jump off during the narrow streets to the hotel! Also loved the cats Frida and Melon, their very own in house Golden Monkey!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pieter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice place when staying in El Nido

Very nice accomodation. Amazing food in the restaurant by a French chef. Well recommended. Just some troubles with the water pump during our stay, meaning there was no water for a few hours, but that’s part of the things that happen when travelling in a country like the Philippines and can’t really be helped. They are a little bit away from El Nido town, but provide a free tricycle to get to town and back, so that’s really not an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Carmelina

Disliked: Amenities
Wifi wasn’t working for the first 4 days we were there, was rather inconvenient

8/10 Good

Robert

Bathroom was very old, needs a remodel, towels were old and floor matt was a rag
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property with awesome place to sit right in front of the water. Best view. We arrived very late, the property communicated with us quite well and arranged our pickup as it’s not accessible by car. They send a very cool little tricycle that drove us along the beach and down a narrow pathway to the property. Was fun and made it even more of an experience. Comfy bed and basic but nice room. Awoke to the stunning view and a nice free breakfast :) would stay again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are very happy with our stay, the view was unbelievable! win win! Free breakfast was also a plus, basic Filipino Breakfast and they do serve European Breakfast. Walking distance to the town square, and we walk along the beach to get to the town square. However, the sign on the street is so small that the tricycle driver have to ask me several times the name of the hotel which increases my suspicion if there is such a hotel or not. :) The road going to this hotel is so narrow that no car can fit, but only tricycle or motorcycle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is such a gem! I love how secluded and peaceful it is, away from all the noise of the town. It's also beachfront, so you can go for a dip whenever you want on the clear waters of Palawan. Since it's secluded, it's a little far from the town proper, probably a 15-20 minute walk or a 5 minute tricycle ride which they offer for free, just message them whenever you need a ride. Our room was at the 3rd floor which was so spacious, we had our own balcony with a hammock and the best view of the waters. Staff is amazing too, July at the front desk helped us out with everything, from van transfers to booking a massage, she was so nice and truly the highlight of our stay here. The other staff at the restaurant (breakfast and evening), and the kuyas who drove us with the tricycle are all so nice and warm andbalways very accommodating. It's free breakfast too! Only wish is for them to have more breakfast options but otherwise everything was so great. I'll stay here again in a heartbeat when I go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Aly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful views and friendly staff

Such a great property. Staff was great, Anna was very helpful. Our room (15) was on the 3rd floor, all stairs, but the view on the balcony was beautiful. Bed was nice and firm, AC unit and ceiling fan was really good, but only thing that I had a problem with was that the shower drain was a little clogged and no one ever came up to unclog it (but that did not change my view of how nice the property was). Eating area was nice and open, but if I were to really be picky it would be all the cars that roam around the area cause I’m allergic. Another downside to the property is how to get there from the main road. A little rough but manageable. But overall I would come back and suggest it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Marco

Got “upgraded” because they doubled booked with someome else so last 2 days were booked at a nearby hotel. It was a massive downgrade, checked prices, much lower than what we spent per night, room was 2/3rds smaller, smelled like mildew, dirty, air conditioner louder than a full washing machine full of trash. Dusty as all hell, no shampoo or soap, overall trash experience. This was booked 3 months prior to leaving and then we were notified to move less than 2 weeks prior to arriving. No reimbursement, and no notice of actual new hotel until literally the day of transfer, they couldnt provide the name because they probably didnt want us to see the massive downgrade to their sister company. Terrible experience, regardless if the first hotel room wasnt half bad. Terrible managing of our stay, no thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Julien

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nightmare

What a disaster…the internet sometimes works sometimes don’t. The breakfast is really low quality, the third night my new towel was smelling fish, I have no clue what they did with it before but I couldn’t even touch it. The glass in the bathroom for your toothbrush was disgusting with yellow moisture marks at the bottom, other (funny thing) one of the two glasses in the bedroom had lipstick mark on it … should I ask that they closed the whole restaurant/internet section for a whole day so that the owner could have a private Christmas party…what you need to know also is that you are 15 minutes walk from the town, after 10 pm you’ll have to walk in the dark, in the mud and even have water up to your knees to cross the sea( yes you read this write: given the high tide at night this is the only path to come back at night from the town)….
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022