Karuna El Nido Villas

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near El Nido Main Beach

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Premier Loft | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Karuna Java Suite 3 | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Karuna Joglo 5 | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Karuna El Nido Villas welcomes guests with mountain scenery and thoughtful touches like free full breakfast and a daily manager's reception. The property offers restorative spa services including Swedish massages and manicures, a refreshing swimming pool, and an onsite café.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Spa
The current price is AED 595
AED 671 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

Room options

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Karuna Java Suite 1

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Stovetop
Rice cooker
In-room massage
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Karuna Joglo 2

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed - king
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Stovetop
Toaster
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

Karuna Java Suite 3

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Toaster
Stovetop
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Karuna Joglo 1

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed - king
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

Karuna Java Suite 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Karuna Joglo 3

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Separate bathtub and shower
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Karuna Tumpang Sari 2 Bedroom Pool Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
Sofa bed - king
2 bedrooms
  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 1 King Sofa Bed

Karuna Java Suite 4

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed - king
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

Karuna Joglo 4

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Separate bathtub and shower
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Karuna Java Suite 5

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed - king
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

Karuna Joglo 5

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Separate bathtub and shower
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
In-room safe
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premier Loft

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Sofa bed - king
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Premier Loft

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Sofa bed - king
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Panoramic Tent

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Tent, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Fan
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Taytay - El Nido National Highway, El Nido, Mimaropa, 5313

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

Upscale hotel near El Nido Main Beach
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace at Karuna El Nido Villas. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a deep-tissue massage, a body treatment, or a body scrub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Karuna El Nido Villas feature perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • In-room massages and slippers
  • Highchairs and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip 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 elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Property 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Karuna El Nido Villas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Karuna El Nido Villas pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of PHP 1000 per night and a fee of PHP 2000 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Karuna El Nido Villas?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Karuna El Nido Villas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Karuna El Nido Villas?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Karuna El Nido Villas provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of PHP 1500 per vehicle applies.

Where is Karuna El Nido Villas located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Corong Corong Beach and El Nido Public Market. El Nido Via Ferrata Canopy Walk and Marimegmeg Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Karuna El Nido Villas Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay in Karuna! The view from our room was spectacular! The staff were great and very good with communication. The transfer van that leaves every hour was very convenient. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mylene

Disliked: Cleanliness
Karuna has wonderful staff. Only concern we had was the room was not ready. There was no towel, body wash almost empty and the water dispenser was almost empty that we kept calling the front desk. I booked a transfer at 5am, it was not ready and we had to wait.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

Ruperto

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

Mary Ann

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

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with helpful staff and great food.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

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

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous views from our villa! Staff were friendly and attentive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

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

10/10 Excellent

Bienvenida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service! Nice view!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ercan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Villa with a superior view

Wonderful villa with a magnificent view. Very near to vanilla beach.Tricycles are dangerous for children especially at this hilly road and they can not climb thw hotel's road. They have a hammock, 2 sunbeds, a table and chairs. Bathroom with shower is open air and nice. We loved the villa.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

CARL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karuna Villa made our first visit to El Nido a very pleasant vacation. Staff was super friendly and helpful with all our questions and needs. They were very responsive when requesting transportation to and from downtown El Nido or closer destinations. Our Joglo was roomy and comfortable enough for our family of 5. The view of the bay was amazing especially during sunsets. I would recommend staying in Joglo 2 since it is right in the middle of the main office and restaurant/pool. Karuna was a great place to stay and would recommend it for anyone visiting El Nido.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hilltop Haven!

Amazing view from the top, great service and staff! The A frame loft (lumbung 2) was perfect for the 4 of us. It is one of the newer units. Wifi, netflix, transportation service, food, in room massage ... just fantastic! It does require a bit of effort to walk uphill. Good for cardio but may be a negative for some. Also , hand rails could be installed in certain areas to prevent accidental falls.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was absolutely exceptional and exceeded our expectations. The staff was amazing and couldn’t have been more helpful. They went above and beyond anything we would have ever imagined to make our stay enjoyable and incredibly memorable. They were very flexible and extremely friendly. They had very great recommendations and were very familiar with the town and the tours. The view was breathtaking, one of a kind. It was incredibly relaxing with the bathtub and rainfall outdoor shower. The resort was very clean and easy to access all of the amenities. The room was absolutely stunning. The resort was built with every detail in mind and was an incredible value. I would recommend this resort to anyone with family or just wanting a romantic getaway. The food was amazing and the pool was picture perfect. They were willing to accommodate our special diet, and their customer service was over the top. Offered a private secluded vacation with the convenience of town and all of the amenities. The value is absolutely amazing, you will never regret staying here. We are already planning our trip for next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Evelyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is not easily accessible to the main road. I know the villas are in a cliff but hard to go up and down to go to main road. They have a tricycle to bring you down to the main road . We were told that coming back up to the villa we have to use the intercom at the bottom of the cliff entrance and they will send a tricycle to take as up. We came back at 9:30 pm and the intercom was not working. My husband and I have to walk up in darkness. It was kind of scary. We were short of breath when we reached the front desk. The receptionist on duty said they did not hear anything that maybe the intercom run out of battery. She did apologized and she is really nice . I was not upset with her but I was upset with the situation. I will not recommend Karuna . I will recommend Maramegmeg resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breathtaking views! Great staff! Clean rooms, great food and drink choices. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vyvy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were delightful and were the epitome of Filipino hospitality
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very accommodating and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye Regaldia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, an
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

hermes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff are excellent. From receptionist, dining, room services, and transport services are excellent. Will come back and recommend this place! We enjoyed our stay the whole time we were there!
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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Fideliz

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

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

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

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