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Karuna El Nido Villas

4.0 star property

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Premier Loft
Living area
Karuna Java Suite 3
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Karuna Joglo 5

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Taytay - El Nido National Highway, El Nido, Mimaropa, 5313
  • Place, Corong Corong Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Marimegmeg Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, El Nido Main Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, El Nido (ENI)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Karuna Java Suite 1

Karuna Java Suite 1

  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Karuna Joglo 2

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

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Karuna Java Suite 3

Karuna Java Suite 3

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Karuna Joglo 1

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

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Karuna Java Suite 2

Karuna Java Suite 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Karuna Joglo 3

Karuna Joglo 3

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Karuna Tumpang Sari 2 Bedroom Pool Villa | Terrace/patio

Karuna Tumpang Sari 2 Bedroom Pool Villa

  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 1 King Sofa Bed

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Karuna Java Suite 4

Karuna Java Suite 4

  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

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Karuna Joglo 4

Karuna Joglo 4

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Karuna Java Suite 5

Karuna Java Suite 5

  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

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Karuna Joglo 5

Karuna Joglo 5

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Living area

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Premier Loft

Premier Loft

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Premier Loft | Living area

Premier Loft

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Tent

Panoramic Tent

  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tent, Sea View

Luxury Tent, Sea View

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

El Nido

With a stay at Karuna El Nido Villas in El Nido, you'll be near the airport, within a 10-minute drive of El Nido Main Beach and Corong Corong Beach. .This hotel is 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from Nacpan Beach and 0.6 mi (1 km) from El Nido Public Market.

What's nearby

  • Corong Corong Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • El Nido Public Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marimegmeg Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • El Nido Main Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Caalan Beach - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • El Nido (ENI) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Blend & Grind - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bella Vita - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bulalo Plaza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sip Sunset Lounge - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Karuna El Nido Villas

Hotel with free breakfast, near El Nido Main Beach
Karuna El Nido Villas offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. This El Nido hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes and in-room massages, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Relax and unwind with massages and body treatments. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge during limited hours, and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Karuna El Nido Villas has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Slippers

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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 - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from September 1 2025 to October 10 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of PHP 2000 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of PHP 1000 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of PHP 5000 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: PHP 1500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 10)
  • Pet deposit: PHP 1000 per night
  • Pet fee: PHP 2000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Karuna El Nido Villas Hotel
Karuna Villas Hotel
Karuna Villas
Karuna EL Nido Villas Palawan Island

Karuna El Nido Villas Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 136 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann, Royal Palm Beach

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karuna has breathtaking views, simply beautiful. Dining in their restaurant is an experience itself, the food is delicious, the staff is very friendly and attentive, a wonderful reminder of how proud I am to be of Filipino heritage. The service is very professional and prompt. The pathways have an inline since it’s located in the mountain so if you are unable to physically walk up and down it may not be suitable but if you have no physical limitations then look no further, this place will be amazing!
The View
Pool Area
Accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean, Kailua Kona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome amazing place...staff were top notch...they were goong through some renovations however it was not a factor of bother. Everyone was accommodating. Villa was perfect and the views were beautiful we will be going again...worth every penny.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absoloutle stunning property. Our villa was beautiful, clean and comfirtable. The view is unbeatable, the staff were exceptional and the shuttle to and from town was really nice. Only area of improvement could be food, which is good but not amazing like the rest of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Keira

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Fideliz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A mountain side resort with stunning views! The location is close to the town center and nearby tourist attractions. The nearest beach (Vanilla Beach) is around 10-15 minutes from the property. We had a great time in Karuna because of the staff and their hospitality.
View from the pool/restaurant area.
Breakfast coffee with a view!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Donald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We woke up on the final day with no water. No one could shower and we had a flight to catch. Also the walkways are way to steep with no handrails. To get to restaurant you must climb approximately 20 steep steps. Completely unsafe, especially for a senior citizen!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruperto

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and friendly staff. A huge Thank you to everyone at Karuna. All smooth from the start to check out.Highly recommended to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

angel romulo santa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Keep in mind check in time is at 300pm if you want to check in early I was charge 1200 Philippine also pick from the airport was 3000 thousand pesos private other than that I like the stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Indera, Rosedale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karuna is absolutely breathtaking. The view from our Juglo was stunning, overlooking both the ocean and the mountains. Bathing outdoors was a unique and unforgettable experience. The staff is super friendly Overall, a perfect 10 out of 10!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANTONIO

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación con una vista unica Desayunos incluidos a la carta Transporte completamente gratis entre el hotel y el centro de El Nido El spa súper recomendable
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While the property is outside of town, they are beyond accommodating with transportation into and out of town, including the airport pick up. It is up the hill but there are some shops and restaurants that are a short walking distance from the hotel, including a great yoga studio. the rooms and pool have stunning views, breakfast is included and food is pretty good!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

FEDERICO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Rustic Elegance with amazing views

Such a unique experience! amazing views from our private deck
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Subas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilaria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view , amazing stuff , great food and beautiful sunset . It’s a but uphill but they have a great transportation service .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Divina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property. The views are probably best on the island, included breakfast was good and the staff was really good. Quality place, really enjoyed my stay.

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Branon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karuna is the most mind blowing place we’ve ever been. The grounds have to be the most beautiful place on the entire island of Palawan, with insane views of the entire Corong Corong area from the comfort of the infinity pool and restaurant. But the otherworldly views are still second to the unbeatable service. Staff are all insanely kind, helpful, with incredible English skills and they don’t let you lift a finger. We stayed in one of the Lumbung rooms and it was clean, stocked with great amenities, perfectly air conditioned, and all with amazing views atop the hill. Van drivers are constantly helping move guests around, restaurant food is actually like 5 star dining (I say that as someone who lives in Southern California and likes to eat at nice restaurants) and the entire stretch of town / beach down below the resort is just steps away. Also - while here we coordinated island hopping tours, massages, nacpan beach private van rides, and more all by simply messaging the front desk or popping in - they coordinated everything for us making it all so easy. The walk up and down to/from town below is steep but super doable and for the younger fit folks it’s a nice way to get some steps in. I have no doubt the attentive team will accommodate you to the best of their ability with van rides, etc. if needed (we took a ride a few times). I mean it with all my heart when I say: this place is so incredibly special. Do yourself a favor and experience it for yourself! Mabuhay!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
It really nice and clean stuff are super friendly very helpful not ideal for older people being top on the mountain and stiff to go up and going down is ok the view is amazing but to go beach there’s a travel time
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and accommodating. Whenever we needed to reach them they replied in a timely matter. The villa we stayed in was very beautiful and clean and overlooked a beautiful view. When dining in the restaurant there were many options!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karuna is exactly as described. They provided transport for our small children & pregnant mother from our apartment to the restaurant because the units are on a cliff. Prepare to do a lot of steps. But it is worth it. The views are spectacular. Staff are very accommodating. Food & drinks are excellent. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025