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Featuring a large and open wooden deck overlooking El Nido Bay, El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge provides dormitory and private rooms with free Wi-Fi. Kayaks and standup paddle boards and a 24-hour reception are available. Located in a fisherman's village and away from the bustling tourist district, El Gordo's is separated from the rest of the village by a foot bridge and rocky trail. A 2-minute walk from the guest house is the Sitio Tandul Basketball Court. It is a 10-minute walk to El Nido Port and a 15-minute walk to town center. El Nido Airport is a 30-minute drive away. Towels and linens are provided. Private rooms each have a large, private, seaside deck, with views of El Nido Bay. All are equipped with aircon, overhead ceiling fans, and tile flooring. Fan-cooled dorm rooms are equipped with a mosquito net and wooden flooring. The property can help arrange island tour and transportation upon your arrival. Guests can explore the nearby beaches by kayak or standup paddle board and relax with a cold drink and snack on the deck after. Shared kitchen facilities and common lounge are available. Guests can also enjoy free coffee, tea, Milo and cookies. Art Café and many seaside restaurants and bars are some of the dining options located within a 15-minute walk of the guest house.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.0
Free WiFi
7.5
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  • Laura
    Lithuania Lithuania
    Location is amazing (however be aware that it is on a side of El Nido and locals live around, but we felt super safe), it is very clean (beds and sheets), comfy beds. But the best part - you get to connect with other travelers (various age groups)...
  • Thomas
    United States of America United States of America
    Gordon and his wife are great hosts! Super friendly, engaged in the community! We had our breakfast every day on the balcony overlooking the bay. Gordon also arranged our trips, rides, rentals. Loved it!
  • Giuseppe
    Italy Italy
    I really liked my stay here. The hosts are friendly and helpful. The place is really close to the city, but it keep you out from the crowded part. Don't be afraid from final road to reach the house, people are so beautiful and friendly and...

Hosted by Gordon and Cristina Mclaughlinl

9.6
9.6
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Gordon and Cristina Mclaughlinl
Our guesthouse is one of the few El Nido properties that is actually seaside. It is built from mainly native materials (wood and bamboo) to give it an authentic Filipino look. We recently renovated our seaside deck to include 3 levels; main, upper, and lower.
My wife Cristina and I are one of the few owner-occupied guest houses because we truly giving our guests the best possible service. I was a triathlete and now a long distance swimmer and so like to promote an active lifestyle to our guests. That is why we offer kayaks and stand up paddle boards.
One of the most interesting features about our location is that we are not part of the tourist district but part of an authentic fisherman's village. We support the local day care center and buy 200 Christmas gifts for the local children.
Languages spoken: English,Filipino

Area info

Amenities of El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Personal trainer
  • Full-body massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Filipino

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
₱ 400 per person, per night

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There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Payment before arrival via PayPal is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Please inform El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge

  • El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Canoeing
    • Full-body massage
    • Personal trainer
    • Water sports facilities on site

  • Room options at El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Bed in Dorm
    • Dorm Room

  • The prices at El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge is 2,950 feet from the center of El Nido. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The nearest beach is 2,600 feet from El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.