El Nido
Philippines
The crown jewel of Palawan — dramatic limestone karst cliffs, hidden lagoons, and some of the clearest water on the planet. El Nido's island-hopping tours are among the most spectacular experiences in Southeast Asia.
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Altrove Caffe El Nido
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The best espresso in El Nido - an Italian-owned cafe in the town center with proper espresso machines, Italian pastries, and a selection of aperitivo drinks served on a breezy terrace. The spritz and the ricotta-filled cornetto have made Altrove a daily ritual for long-stay El Nido visitors.
📍Rizal Street, El Nido, Palawan 5313, Philippines
Bay Bean Coffee El Nido
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A specialty coffee shop using single-origin Philippine beans sourced from Sagada and Benguet, with a simple menu of espresso drinks, cold brew, and homemade muffins. The outdoor seating area faces a small garden and the morning light through the coconut palms makes it El Nido's most peaceful breakfast spot.
📍Hama Street, El Nido, Palawan 5313, Philippines
El Nido Boutique and Art Cafe
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A charming combination art gallery, boutique, and cafe in a heritage building in El Nido town, serving strong Arabica coffee alongside Filipino snacks and showcasing handmade jewelry, paintings, and crafts by local Palawan artists. The courtyard seating under bougainvillea is the most atmospheric spot in town.
📍Rizal Street, El Nido, Palawan 5313, Philippines
Happiness Organics El Nido
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A health-focused cafe serving organic smoothie bowls, fresh coconut water, raw desserts, and cold-pressed juices using locally sourced tropical fruits. The menu changes with what's available from local farms and the daily cacao ceremony has become a morning ritual for wellness-oriented travelers.
📍Calle Hama, El Nido, Palawan 5313, Philippines
La Plage Bar El Nido
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A French-influenced beachside bar at Maremegmeg (Las Cabanas) Beach with great cocktails, decent coffee, and direct beach access. La Plage is the morning coffee and evening cocktail destination for the Las Cabanas beach strip - the beach bar ambiance, with toes in the sand and a gin tonic, is perfectly El Nido.
📍Maremegmeg Beach, El Nido, Palawan 5313, Philippines
Republica Sunset Bar El Nido
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The most beloved sunset-watching spot in El Nido - a clifftop bar at Las Cabanas Beach with sweeping views of Bacuit Bay and the limestone karst formations. Arrive 30 minutes before sunset, order a Palawan Brew, and watch the sky turn orange and pink above one of the world's most beautiful bays.
📍Las Cabanas Beach, El Nido, Palawan 5313, Philippines