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Golden Monkey Cottages

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near El Nido Main Beach

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Exterior
Partial Sea View Room | View from room
Sea View Suite | View from room
Beachfront Cottage | Balcony view
Beachfront Cottage | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Airport transfer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Minibar
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
The price is CA $77
CA $86 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

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

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

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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Exterior

El Nido Beach Hotel

Airport transfer
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
7.2 out of 10, Good, (339)
The price is CA $73
CA $90 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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About the area

Map
Ca-alan Beach, Barangay Masagana, El Nido, Palawan, 5313

What's nearby

  • Bacuit Bay - 1 min walk
  • Caalan Beach - 3 min walk
  • El Nido Main Beach - 13 min walk
  • Corong Corong Beach - 13 min drive
  • Seven Commando Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Puerto Princesa Airport (PPS) - 108.9 miles/175.3 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪SAVA Beach Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Gelato - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Big Bad Thai - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Gorgonzola Pizza & Pasta - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Havana Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Golden Monkey Cottages

Golden Monkey Cottages offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of El Nido Main Beach. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 15 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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 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 more details, 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.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Individually furnished
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • In-room dining only
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Onsite venue #2 - Overlooking the ocean, this bar specializes in local and international cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately PHP 250 for adults and PHP 250 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of PHP 700 per vehicle (one way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Does Golden Monkey Cottages offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Golden Monkey Cottages does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Golden Monkey Cottages?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Golden Monkey Cottages?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Golden Monkey Cottages.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Golden Monkey Cottages?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is PHP 700 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Golden Monkey Cottages?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge.
What is there to do at Golden Monkey Cottages and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Golden Monkey Cottages also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Golden Monkey Cottages?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine and ocean views.
Does Golden Monkey Cottages have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Golden Monkey Cottages like?
Golden Monkey Cottages is on Caalan Beach, a short 1-minute walk from Bacuit Bay and 13 minutes' walk from El Nido Main Beach.

Golden Monkey Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great value for money
Keith, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stefan, 13-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The relaxing splash
Was a relaxing stay with the splash of the sea & the awesome mountains around
Rebecca, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Roy Martin, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jennifer, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Daren, 14-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Liam, 4-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

4/10 Fair

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
Marco, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Savannah, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

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.
Cathy, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Mia, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was amazing!
Dana, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Bathroom was very old, needs a remodel, towels were old and floor matt was a rag
Robert, 3-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

Silvia, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Alana, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very relaxing place, clean and good staff. Keep it up. God bless
James, 5-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Helena, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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
Nathan, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Wifi wasn’t working for the first 4 days we were there, was rather inconvenient
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Simon, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

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.
Aly, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brandon, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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
Alexander, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Pieter, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

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
michael, 2-night romance trip
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