Sea Cocoon Hotel, El Nido ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Calle Real, Barangay Masagana, Palawan, El Nido, Philippines, PH5313

Sea Cocoon Hotel is centrally located in El Nido, Palawan, renowned for its picturesque archipelago and turquoise waters. This hotel features modern amenities and rapid access to local attractions. It has been recognized as one of the top-rated accommodations by TripAdvisor in El Nido, providing guests with a blend of comfort and convenience.

Location

The hotel is almost at the center of town, near the municipal hall and covered court, and only 800 meters from attractions like Small Lagoon and Matinloc Shrine. The floating dock for island tours is a short walk away, and various restaurants and shops are easily accessible.

Rooms

The hotel has 44 cozy rooms, each equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a private balcony offering city views. Bathrooms are designed with modern fixtures, including hot and cold water options. Additional amenities include memory foam mattresses and individual electronic room safes.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet with a variety of Asian and Western choices included in their stay. The hotel also features a rooftop café for drinks and relaxation. This dining experience caters to diverse tastes and dietary preferences.

Leisure & Business

Sea Cocoon Hotel provides an outdoor pool and free WiFi throughout the property. The 24-hour front desk assists with tour bookings and transfers, making it convenient for guests to explore or work remotely. A relaxed lounge area is available for guests to unwind.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Mountain view

Shower

Balcony

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Pool view

Shower

Balcony

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Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Mountain view

Shower

Balcony

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Getting around

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City Centre

El Nido 3.6 km

Airports

El Nido (ENI) 6.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

The rooms were exceptionally spacious and immaculate, making it a pleasure to unwind during our stay.view full review

Luxurious Bathing

The bathroom was generously sized, providing a comfortable experience after long days of exploration.view full review

Cozy Retreat

The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring we had restful nights throughout our week-long stay.view full review

Accessible Amenities

The easy access to water refill stations on each floor was a fantastic touch and ensured we stayed hydrated without hassle.view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Special diet menus

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Leisure/ TV room
Full body massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Calle Real, Barangay Masagana, Palawan, El Nido, Philippines, PH5313

Map view

Calle Real, Barangay Masagana, Palawan, El Nido, Philippines, PH5313

City landmarks

Beach

Seven Commandos Beach

730 m

Beach

Papaya Beach

730 m

Beach

Ipil Ipil Beach

930 m

Beach

Caalan Beach

1.5 km

Beach

Corong Corong Beach

1.5 km

Beach

Lapus Lapus beach

1.5 km

Sitio Caalan Barangay Masagana

Garden Bay Beach Resort El Nido

1.6 km

El Nido

Casa Avelina Beach Cottages

1.6 km

Ipil Beach 2

1.7 km

Mount Bubulugan

2.3 km

Barangay Corong Corong

2.0 km

Rizal Street

Pa-Lao-Yu Dive Resort

2.1 km

El Nido

Paradise Beach

2.6 km

Beach

Las Cabanas Beach

3.9 km

El Nido

Lio Tourism Estate

4.1 km

Beach

Marimegmeg Beach

3.8 km

Sitio Marimegmeg

Vanilla Beach El Nido

3.8 km

El Nido

Mangrove Ecopark

3.8 km

Island

Depeldet Island

3.9 km

Beach

Nat Nat Beach

3.9 km

Cathedral Caves

4.6 km

Bacuit Bay

Cudugnon Cave

4.6 km

Island

Tapiutan Island

4.6 km

Nearby

access via Rizal Street

Taraw Cliff

280 m

Pasadena

Nagkalit-Kalit Falls

70 m

Maligaya

540 m

Taytay - El Nido National Hwy

El Nido, Palawan

140 m

Beach

El Nido Main Beach

170 m

Rizal St

Canopy Walk

470 m

Barangay Buena Suerte

Masagana beach

250 m

Restaurants

Kuripot Steak

170 m

Osmena St

Odessa Mama

210 m

1 Calle Hamma

Taste El Nido

230 m

528 Rizal Street

The Pub

150 m

Real Street

Glow Juice Box

200 m

Calle Hama

Kaptain's Diner

150 m

Barangay Corongcorong National Highway

Happy Home Restaurant

200 m

Calle Hama

Midtown Bakery

200 m

Downtown

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.4

Location

9.2

Service

9.5

Dining

5.8

Robbie

United Kingdom, October 2024

8.6/10

I had a great stay at this hotel, which is in a fantastic location close to the beach and plenty of restaurants. The rooms were spacious and impeccably clean, which made my stay very comfortable. The staff were really friendly and helpful, especially when I needed assistance with organizing last-minute activities. However, I found the dining options to be a bit lacking, which was a downside. Overall, I felt it offered good value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, impeccably clean, and very comfortable. I loved having a big bed and a modern shower.

Service

10.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and always greeted me with a smile. They were particularly helpful in organizing last-minute boat trips.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, just a short walk to the beach and various restaurants, making it very convenient.

Dining

7.0

While the breakfast was decent, I expected a bit more variety. It did the job but wasn't overly impressive.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and had a nice atmosphere, but I didn't find anything particularly impressive.

Jack

United States, September 2024

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel with its excellent location just a short walk from the beach and plenty of dining options nearby. The rooms were spacious and clean, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. The staff were friendly and went above and beyond to assist us. However, the Wi-Fi access felt a bit unnecessary with the password requirement, and the dining area had some issues with flies. Overall, it was a great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

I really enjoyed the rooms; they were spacious and clean, facing the pool and beach area. Having a lock box for important items was a great convenience.

Service

9.0

The service was cheerful and very helpful. They responded quickly to all my queries and had great insights about El Nido.

Location

10.0

The location is perfect, just a street behind the beach and close to all the restaurants and stores we needed. It's an easy five-minute stroll to the beach.

Dining

7.0

Dining was reasonably good, but there were quite a few flies around. The variety of food offered was plentiful and delicious.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were nice, with a well-maintained pool area that was enjoyable to relax by after a day out.

Christopher

United States, August 2024

8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is great, just a short walk from the beach and the main street. The rooms are spacious and have excellent showers. The family of adorable Chow Chows greeting guests made my experience even more delightful. However, dining options could be improved as breakfast was not very special. Overall, the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, truly enhancing the experience.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and featured an excellent shower. The area felt very clean and comfortable throughout my stay.

Service

10.0

The staff was some of the friendliest and most helpful I've ever encountered. Eric, the owner, made sure we felt welcome and taken care of.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, only a five-minute walk from the beach yet far enough from the noise of the main part of town. It's perfect for both relaxation and easy access to explore.

Dining

5.0

I found the dining options to be average. While there were many choices, most lacked quality, except for the fresh omelette and fruits.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities included a lovely swimming pool and hot water for baths, which I appreciated after a long day out.

Eugene

United States, August 2024

8.0/10

The hotel has a great location that's close enough to everything but still quiet. My room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, making for a pleasant stay. The service was friendly and very accommodating, which really stood out to me. However, I was a bit disappointed with the dining options, as they were kind of basic. Overall, it was good value for money, but there were some areas that could use improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The room was spacious, clean, and extremely comfortable with a lovely view of the school and a bit of the town.

Service

10.0

The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, always greeting me as I came and went, which made me feel very welcomed.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a perfect spot, close enough to walk to the restaurants and bars but far enough from all the noise.

Dining

5.0

The dining was pretty basic. I expected a bit more variety, especially for breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate but didn’t stand out as exceptional; everything worked fine.

Stephen

United Kingdom, August 2024

8.8/10

I had a great stay at Sea Cocoon! The rooms were spacious and clean, and the location is just perfect—very close to the beach and all the local restaurants and bars. The staff were incredibly friendly and always there to help, which made the experience even better. However, the breakfast options were somewhat limited, but overall, it was great value for the price.

Rooms

9.0

I stayed in two different rooms, and both were spacious, clean, and had good amenities like a great shower and a safe box.

Service

10.0

The staff was very cheerful and helpful. They always greeted me with a smile and seemed genuinely kind, ready to assist whenever needed.

Location

10.0

The location is ideal, just a block away from the shops, restaurants, and the beach. I could easily walk everywhere.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was reasonably good, though I wish there were more options available. The veggie patties were particularly enjoyable.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were nice, including a well-maintained pool area.

Johnny

United States, July 2024

7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel with some highlights being the clean and comfortable rooms and the super friendly staff. The location was also a big plus, being so close to the beach and local eateries. However, I found the dining options a bit lacking in variety and quantity. Also, there was some ongoing construction that I wasn't aware of beforehand, which was slightly disruptive.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, though I would have preferred a pool view instead of a street view since it got a little noisy at night.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent; the staff was accommodating and helped us organize last-minute boat trips without any hassle.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in an awesome location, just a short walk to the beach and surrounded by plenty of bars and restaurants, though the building work was a bit of an inconvenience.

Dining

5.0

The dining options could use improvement, as the variety and quantity were quite poor, especially during breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but nothing extraordinary stood out.

Alex

United Kingdom, July 2024

8.0/10

The hotel boasts a clean and comfortable atmosphere with incredibly friendly staff, which made my stay enjoyable. Its location is fantastic, just a block away from the beach and local restaurants, but the dining experience could improve as options were somewhat limited. Despite being overall a pleasant stay, the Wi-Fi situation was a bit odd since it wasn't available in the hotel but I appreciate the staff's recommendation for a nearby spot.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were nice and very clean, making it a relaxing space to unwind.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent and the staff was always friendly and helpful.

Location

10.0

The hotel has a great location, just a street behind the beach, making it easy to explore nearby shops and restaurants.

Dining

6.0

Though the breakfast was sufficient, I felt it could use a bit more variety.

Facilities

7.0

The overall facilities were well-maintained, contributing to a comfortable stay.

Roy

United Kingdom, July 2024

8.2/10

This hotel offers a fantastic experience with clean and comfortable rooms, all while being conveniently located just a short walk from the beach and local restaurants. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, which made our stay even more enjoyable. However, the dining options left a bit to be desired, and the rooms could get a bit noisy. Overall, it’s great value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very comfortable and clean, featuring hot water for baths, good air conditioning, and a lovely swimming pool. I preferred these rooms because they were generally quieter, although at times they could also be quite noisy.

Service

10.0

The service here is excellent! The staff is so nice, polite, and incredibly helpful, always willing to assist with anything we needed.

Location

9.0

The location is perfect, just a street behind the beach and the main street, making it easy to walk around for food, tours, and other activities. It's also far enough from the noise, which I appreciated.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was quite average. There were a lot of options available, but most of them weren't good quality, aside from the fresh fruits and omelette that were definitely highlights.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provided great facilities, including a well-maintained pool, which was a fantastic place to relax.

Edmund

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, which boasts a fantastic location just a short walk from the beach and nearby restaurants. The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable, making for a nice experience overall. The staff were friendly and incredibly helpful. However, I found the breakfast selection quite limited, and I would have preferred a room with a pool view to avoid some street noise at night.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable, but I would have preferred a pool view instead of a street view because of the noise at night.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and extremely helpful, which made my stay much more enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The hotel is in a great location, only a 2-minute walk from the beach and close to plenty of restaurants.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast selection was a bit limited, which was disappointing. However, everything was good overall.

Facilities

7.0

The amenities were decent, but there could be more offered for a fully luxurious experience.

Warren

United States, May 2024

7.0/10

I had a nice stay at the hotel with clean and spacious rooms, and the location was perfect, just a short walk from everything I needed in El Nido. The staff was incredibly friendly and catered to all my needs. However, the breakfast options were quite limited, and there was some noise from the street at night which was a bit disturbing.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and clean, and I appreciated that they were made up every day. A pool view would have been nicer since the street view let in some noise.

Service

9.0

The service was fantastic. The staff was very helpful and friendly, making sure I received everything I needed.

Location

8.0

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was a bit lacking, with just juice, cereals, and some fruit. It didn't really meet my expectations in terms of variety.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were simple and straightforward, decent but not extraordinary.