Ratings based on 12 Verified Reviews
4.6 Room cleanliness
4.8 Service & staff
4.4 Room comfort
4.6 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 11 Mar 2023
This is a great spot for meeting fellow travelers and organizing tours from. Like others have said, definitely a party hostel with free drinks from 7-11 pm. The private room bed we had was pretty hard, so a little rough sleep. Breakfast and coffee included in your stay. There are quite a few restaurants nearby or its an easy ride into El Nido town proper.
by A verified traveler
Posted 5 May 2019
Big Paul’s is the place to be in El Nido - we didn’t know what to expect and opted for a private twin room with for £15 each
Free rum and coke - for 3 hours
Copious free shots - made by Paul himself
Loads of other amazing backpackers from around the world
Free breakfast and just everyone is so nice!
5 mins in a tricycle from El Nido town centre
Bike rental yards away
Can’t fault it one bit - we only wish we could have stayed longer (my liver probs couldn’t take it though)
by A verified traveler
Nice hostel, for those who want to party
Posted 26 Mar 2019 on HotelsIt's definitely a party hostel, they offer free rum and coke every day from 7 to 10pm and guests are there to party! I felt a little overwhelmed when I first got there (I like to party but I also appreciate some quiet time), however it turned out fine: just ask for a dorm far from the common area. Staff is super nice (just like everywhere in the Philippines).
Wifi was very spotty + Don't book your tours or travels through this hostel, as they take a commission (just go to all the nearby travel agents).
by A verified traveler
10/10 hostel
Posted 8 Feb 2019 on HotelsLoved it! Was a great hostel and made some great friends
by A verified traveler
highly recommended, a great stay, clean and vibey
Posted 15 Jan 2019 on HotelsThe host, Paul, has an excellent vibe and is very welcoming. There are lots of young people at the Hostel and it would be easy to meet people if you tried. The rooms are in very good condition, as well as the bathrooms (there is even hot water!). The staff will go the extra mile for you every time! My only gripe was that the staff did not offer to clean your room or empty the bins unless you specifically asked them to - the staff should take initiative to enter the rooms and clear the bins, sweep the floors and change the sheets/blankets! However, the bathrooms are cleaned regularly. A great place overall! The Wifi doesn't really work.
by A verified traveler from Canada
Posted 2 Dec 2018
This hostel was very new and very clean. Everything was great! Could ask for a place that is that cheap and in that good of condition. Definitely worth the stay. The atmosphere was awesome, easy to meet people with free Rum and Coke homemade from Big Paul. This was an amazing hostel, would absolutely recommend!
Comment from Hotel Management
5 Dec 2018 by Jean, Hotel Management
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It is our pleasure to serve you best and make you feel welcome and comfortable while staying with us. Glad you enjoy your stay. Once again thank you and hope to see you again soon.
by A verified traveler
Posted 13 Nov 2018
This is my second time with Big Paul Hostel, they are improving a lot from the poor service to almost excellent service. The hostel owner Paul is very hands on and making sure everyone having a good time.
Comment from Hotel Management
15 Nov 2018 by Jean , Hotel Management
Wow! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. It is our pleasure to serve you best and to make you feel comfortable while staying with us. Once again thank you and hope to see you again soon.
by A verified traveler
Posted 6 Sep 2018 on Hotels
Great friendly place to stay
I would go back
Comment from Hotel Management
29 Oct 2018 by Jean, Hotel Management
Thank you so much for the feedback. Glad you had fun staying with us. We hope to see you soon :)
by A verified traveler
Can't go wrong
Posted 29 Aug 2018 on HotelsCheerfull staff great surroundings
Feel very welcome
Helpful girls make you like home
by A verified traveler
great service friendly atmosphere
Posted 29 Aug 2018 on HotelsWas only going to stay one night an go back to the hostel that was booked out
But 5 days later still here
The girls are lovely so helpful cheerful
I couldn't leave and they make a super breakfast as well
great place new pleasant surroundings
The owner Paul is a top bloke as well had dinner with his family pork tasty as so generous
