Stunning Republic Beach Resort

We had a really nice stay at Stunning Republic in El Nido with a group of friends. The hotel is right beside the beach, and it's especially good for a short visit when you want to spend plenty of time by the sea. They also lend guests paddle boards for free, which was a big plus since many places charge for them. Being able to take a board out whenever we wanted was great. The beds were comfortable and the facilities decent. Internet was the main drawback. We understood the area had been hit by a typhoon the month before we visited and the connection hadn't fully recovered. Reception had the strongest Wi-Fi; sometimes there was a signal at the bar or in the room. If you're there to relax and disconnect, it's manageable. The canopy walk and zip line are close by. For food, the hotel restaurant wasn't great in our opinion, with some dishes undercooked and others overcooked. Breakfast was better, and a waitress kindly helped me customize mine. From the menu, I'd recommend the French toast, pancakes, omelet, rice dishes, and sometimes the nuggets. There's a small shop nearby for snacks, which is useful since there isn't a 7-Eleven on the island. Terry’s Burger is very close too and has really delicious burgers, definitely worth a visit. If you're coming from Puerto Princesa, allow about 5 to 5.5 hours for the journey. Despite a few minor drawbacks, we had a great time, and the beachfront setting and free paddle boards make this worth considering for a relaxing short stay in El Nido.

The staff were genuinely great, friendly, helpful, and polite the whole time. The location was good for getting around, the food was good, and the room was okay, though it had no fridge. I paid about $110 AUD per night. Housekeeping wasn't applicable. My main issue was the bedding. There was only a single bed sheet, and when I asked for a blanket, I was given another fitted sheet. I asked again and got something very similar. Even after several requests, I never got an actual blanket. I've travelled extensively and have never stayed somewhere that didn't provide a proper one, whatever the climate. It made sleeping uncomfortable and took away from the experience. A friend in the room next door also had no hot water and a broken shower head. Apart from those issues the stay was fine, but I probably wouldn't return. God bless.

We booked island hopping and vans right through the hotel, at great prices. Service wasn't automatic, but it was easy to ask for what we needed. The beach view from our three-room suite was great, and you get a paddle boat for free! The Wi-Fi is an issue, but I was there to relax and disconnect, so it didn't bother me much. If I visit Elnido again, I'll stay here.

For a budget stay, this place is a nice surprise. The rooms are pretty decent for the price, and you get a good beach view. Other beachfront resorts I've seen cost from 7,000 to nearly 20,000 a night, while here it's 3000 per room, 3'500 for a balcony, or 4,000 for the ultimate suite. It doesn't look luxurious at first glance, but the rooms compare pretty well with places charging two or three times as much. It's in corong and corong, with plenty of restaurants and shops nearby. The main town is about a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute tricycle ride. vanilla beach is 15-20 minutes on foot one way, and the main town is 15-20 minutes the other way. There's a small bar, but probably the smallest food menu I've seen at a resort, so don't come expecting amazing cuisine. There are plenty of other places to eat close by. It seems suitable for solo travellers, couples, and possibly families, though I'm not sure there's much entertainment for little ones. If you're on a budget and want a beach view, a decent room, and nearby shops and restaurants, I'd recommend it as long as you don't mind eating elsewhere. Photos will be added shortly. Have a good evening, people. God bless ✝️ ♥️🙏