Kalinga Beach Resort

The family running the resort were wonderful and very helpful, and breakfast was great. Our room had a wonderful view and a big balcony, right by the ocean, which was easily the best part. It was also quite large, but the AC couldn't cool the whole room, and I'd never seen so many ants in a washroom. Cleanliness was just okay. The place felt unfinished near the entrance and cluttered closer to the beach. It wasn't clear when I booked that it's a 10-15 minute walk along a dirt road that regular tuktuks won't take. The resort has its own vehicle, but without a phone when you first arrive, it's hard to contact them. They only emailed us about this after we'd booked a non refundable room, which I think is unacceptable and should have been explained beforehand. The few things we enjoyed aren't enough to make us want to return. I think it could become a great place if they fix most of these issues, especially with such a lovely family running it. I wish them all the best with the business.

The resort is cozy, nicely decorated, and has spacious gardens and pools. The units were clean and neat, with all the amenities we needed. It's away from the business of El Nido, but close enough to enjoy the stunning area. There was a misunderstanding between the local organizers and the resort about our trip, so by the time we reached the departure beach there was no boat available. The staff at Kalinga resort were determined to sort it out, and arranged a "private" boat with food and drinks included at no extra charge. My daughter and I had a great stay and a wonderful time on the trip.

It's tucked away from the crowds, a great place to relax by the beach. The room was clean and nice, and the ac worked perfectly. Breakfast was included and very good. If you ask, they can take you to and from the center in a tuktuk. They were happy to help with everything, from motorbike rentals to daily boat tours.

The pool is beautifully arranged, with a direct sea view, and the air-conditioned rooms are in a quieter part of el Nido, away from the bustle. Staff were very warm and helpful. Breakfast is available, but they don't serve lunch or dinner. The city centre of el Nido is about 15 minutes walk away, and the operators offer a shuttle into town. It's one of the cheaper places with a pool, and you can tell it's a bit dated. It's basically clean and tidy, just old and no longer up to date. The showers work well or poorly depending on the time of day.