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Reviews of Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Balinsasayaw Road corner Calle Real, Barangay Maligaya, Palawan, 5313 El Nido, Philippines

#33 of 193 hotels in El Nido

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Review Score

Based on 735 hostel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: November 10, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Private Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    While there were events and social plans it felt a little difficult to meet people here! Wonder if it's the vibe or not but I'd rather that than a party hostel

    Booked a private room and my stay was awesome! The room, while a bit small had everything needed. Water pressure was great and I didn't get sick from the water. Comfortable shower and toilet. Included breakfast was very nice with made to order eggs. Beautiful pool and bar area and great food there! Best of all the staff was super helpful and arranged transport and recommendations and was always willing to help with a smile. It was also quiet with ability to sleep without Earplugs. Bed was super comfortable and soft as well.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 6, 2024

    9.0
    Kaye is the best and June fixed bag. Amazing breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They should more strict with noisy guests

    Everything

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 4, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Twin Room with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our room smelled and felt a little damp on arrival but assumed it was just to do with the air con. We used the dry air con setting which sorted this out

    Cool design, clean and modernised

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: November 1, 2024

    8.0
    Friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Twin Room with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    More fun Games to do kareoke

    Staffs are friendly specially Joel

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 27, 2024

    10
    Great hostel near centre of El Nido
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only thing I had an issue with but it’s not a biggie, are the windows which do not dampen any outside noise.

    The staff is absolutely amazing! They will help you with any query you might have. They are very attentive and friendly. The rooms are big and clean, beds comfortable.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 26, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was a bit of noise from the toilet renovation but i dont mind, totally ok coz they do it during daytime.

    The best staff, well trained in costumer service.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 25, 2024

    10
    Most friendly and helpful staff I’ve met in a hostel, bathrooms get cleaned several times during the day, large beds in
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not a negative thing but there’s a washing machine in the premises for the guests to use, you just need to buy the soap for 10 pesos. It’s handy, however, there is no dryer and due to the humidity, it takes ages for clothes to get dry. I used this free laundry area once, but I believe it’s better if you just take your dirty clothes to a laundry place where they will wash and dry everything, it’s not expensive.

    So many great things about this place. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful to organise tours. It has a good breakfast included, location is great. Bathrooms get cleaned several times throughout the day, which is awesome. There’s a nice and spacious lounge area where we can chill, a security person stays at the premises at all times. The hostel is huge, rooms are accessed by keycards. Shared room is extremely comfortable, with a large bed where I could also keep some of my things.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 23, 2024

    10
    Comfortable home just a walk from town
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Private Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No bin in the room and light shines in (but I had an eye mask so was fine)

    Great air con, comfy bed, good food and drinks, friendly staff, activities at night

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 18, 2024

    10
    Great value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Love this place and all the activities they organize! The staff are super friendly

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 11, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Twin Room with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms had ants in them :(

    Overall I'd rate this hostel pretty high because it gave me a pleasant and warm vibe. From the start the staff was really nice and welcoming providing us with everything we needed. The breakfast was AMAZING, and also the food nights they made, would totally recommend BarbaOke! The beachfront and the city are really close so almost everything is on a walking distance.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 10, 2024

    10
    Great hostel and very comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Private Twin Room with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    El desayuno, el área del bar y la hospitalidad de la gente

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2024

    9.0
    Great holidays
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Private Twin Room with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very good location, just a few blocks from downtown. Wifi was good. Breakfast is good and enough. The staff are great and very kind.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I enjoyed my 3 days and nights at the hostel and on the last night of my stay I had to deal with a drunk girl in my room. I am more than aware that the rooms are shared and I might end up staying with someone I don’t wanna be with. However, I really want us all to think about people around us. If you are into alcohol, bear the consequences as a grown up. Your roommates aren’t responsible for you and your life, and don’t have to breathe in the disgusting smell of alcohol all night. I don’t know, may be staff should let this kind of people sober up outside the hostel or do something about it.

    Convenient and quiet location. As a solo female traveller, I felt safe to walk in the area late in the evening. Super friendly staff, loved every single member of it, they cared a lot about me. Free breakfast, which I really enjoyed. No vegetables, but can’t complain, there is plenty of stuff to eat. Free water in the cooler. Nice room with a very comfy bed.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 30, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Excellent, the best hostel, the place is very nice, always clean, they have a bar, restaurant, breakfast was very good, the staff is very friendly. I arrived at 4 am from Puerto Princesa and there was a person who greeted me, there is always someone at the reception. In the evenings they did different activities, the common space is very pleasant to share with other people. I recommend it 100%

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 28, 2024

    10
    Best hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Twin Room with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Best hostel I’ve ever been. Great room with very nice buffet breakfast included. Lovely staff with fun activities every day. Special mention to Jonathan 🤌🏼

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2024

    10
    YOU ARE THE BEST HOSTEL EVER!!! Your money is so very worth the stay!!!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Private Twin Room with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    NOTHING AT ALL. SUPERB.

    The best Hostel we've been in! We are so amazed by their overall service. 1. Squeaky clean of toilet and the whole room. They provide daily housekeeping (which we didn't experienced from other hostels) 2. The toilet is superb! It may be small but it is very smart and space efficient (sorry I was not able to take pictures) 3. Mirrors everywhere! 4. The location is perfect. Just 5 minutes walk from town. 5. They have different programs every night (Movie night, pasta night, etc.) 6. The garden view is sooo relaxing. I love the dining deck with the garden view. 7. Breakfast buffet is just fine, nothing fancy but it's descent. 8. Most important of what we need is a fast wifi and backup generator as we work remotely. They never miss! Net is fast all the time (180mbps) with backup wifi and generator. El Nido usually has blackouts but this hostel is ALWAYS fast to power up their backup generator. Perfect for remote workers! 9. Exceptional staff!!! It is by far the best part of our stay is to get exceptional service from your friendliest staff. KUDOS to Jeff and Abby from the kitchen team, they would always ask for your needs you when you're in the dining area and they would even make you a coffee. Keep these type of people! 10. I appreciate the cheeky interior

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Amazing hostel and staff. I wish I stayed longer than 1 night!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Private Twin Room with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The staff is THE BEST part of this hostel. Since the beginning the lovely host Jonathan made us feel welcome, introducing us to the other guests and including us to the hostel's night activities. The hostel's restaurant also serves great food and has really friendly staff. Location wise it is really near everything: the beach, restaurants, bars and stores.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 14, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Private Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Short 5 min walk into town, free breakfast was good

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: September 12, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Twin Room with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The aircon was really good in the rooms. We have a private room and en-suite which was very comfortable. The restaurant was amazing too. Breakfast was great to have and the dinners were so delicious!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One of the best hostel I've ever been to. Super clean, amazing staff, very good breakfast for the price paid! I highly recommend this place

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2024

    9.0
    Love it, will come back here!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Private Twin Room with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really, i like everything about it. Though it could also be good if there would be cabinets in rooms and 2 pillows instead of one :) (Though maybe they would've provided it if i requested).

    The facilities are clean, the architecture/design is impressive, industrial and artsy at the same time. The staff (Ms. Abby, Sir Jonathan, Sir Jeff and all others) are very friendly and accommodating, it is very easy to inquire about the place (e.g. hostel facilities and El Nido generally) and ask for suggestions/info. The buffet breakfast was simple and great, there was an egg station. They serve coffee/tea, juice, breads, jams, 2-3 viands and fruits. The room is minimalist and has all the things we need. You can also do your laundry there (they have washing machine/dryer) so u could bring home your stuff dry. I love that there are hanging pouches/compartments in the bed bunk for your little items. Also, the wash basin is outside the CR, which is an efficient arrangement. They also have a bar, and also activities (ex. Beer pong, movie night etc) every night -- unfortunately we didn't get to join one but it's good to know they offer these entertainment. There's a TV also in the dining area, so u could just watch netflix as if it's your own home 😄 (if no one got there first.) Overall, our stay at SPIN made our vacation thrilling and made us feel safe/secured! 😀

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing in particular

    Staffs were very accomodating especially Kaye and Joel. Breakfast was amazing as well, comfortable rooms/beds and very spacious I must say. Bathrooms/showers were also exceptional, it includes free shampoo and bath gel. Really nice hostel experience.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2024

    8.0
    Definitely worth the price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Twin Room with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only con I would give is that their AC is a bit weak. We used up two rooms and the AC was the same on both of them.

    The place is a good mix of simple and lively. There's a laundry for customers to use which is a big plus. Only thing missing is a pool.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2024

    8.0
    Budget friendly with superb location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    The breakfast is okay, as expected for a budget hostel.

    Stayed in August 2024

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