Happiness Hostel – El Nido, Palawan 🇵🇭
Happiness Hostel is a popular hostel located on Serena Street in the heart of El Nido, Palawan, just a few steps from El Nido Beach. Its central location makes it particularly convenient for travelers who want easy access to the beach, restaurants, bars, cafés and the town’s main activities. (happinessphilippines.com)
The hostel is designed around the idea of creating a friendly, social and welcoming environment where travelers can meet new people and share experiences. It offers both dormitory-style and private accommodation, making it suitable for solo backpackers, couples and groups of friends. (happinessphilippines.com)
One of the standout features is the comfortable dormitory setup. Many beds have sliding doors that provide additional privacy, while air conditioning, storage and comfortable sleeping areas make the rooms suitable for relaxing after a day of exploring Palawan. (Booking)
The hostel also has shared spaces where guests can relax, work online and socialize. Its rooftop and common areas provide a pleasant place to meet other travelers, while activities and events help create a lively atmosphere. (happinessphilippines.com)
Another advantage is the connection with Happiness Beach Bar, located below the hostel. Guests can enjoy Mediterranean-inspired food and drinks, and Hostelworld currently notes a 15% food discount for hostel guests. (Hostelworld)
For travelers interested in exploring El Nido, the hostel can also help organize island tours, inland tours, diving, motorbike rentals and airport transfers. The central location is especially convenient for travelers planning popular island-hopping trips such as Tours A and C. (Tripadvisor)
Why stay at Happiness Hostel?
- 🏝️ Steps from El Nido Beach
- 📍 Excellent central location
- 🛏️ Dorms and private rooms
- 🔐 Privacy doors on many dorm beds
- ❄️ Air-conditioned rooms
- 📶 Wi-Fi
- 🌅 Rooftop and common areas
- 🧘 Morning yoga
- 🍹 Bar and restaurant downstairs
- 🎉 Regular social events
- 🗺️ Tours and activities available
- 👥 Great place to meet other travelers
Happiness Hostel currently has a 9.3/10 rating on Booking.com from more than 1,300 reviews, with particularly high scores for its 9.8/10 location. (Booking)
Best for: solo travelers, backpackers, couples, digital nomads and anyone looking for a comfortable, central and social base while discovering El Nido and the Bacuit Archipelago.