The location was on a quiet location of El Nido and Corong Corong beach. It felt like a very natural rainforest oasis and resort in the hustle and bustle of El Nido. A perfect setting with the bar and restaurant overlooking the bay and the nightly sunset. The restaurant food had exceptional variety for all tastes. The rooms were exceptional in keeping with the whole rainforest theme. Bamboo construction and an outdoor bathroom a highlight. There is also a good variety of other restaurants within walking distance as well

There were two items they need improving. The floor surfaces were slippery, we had a number in our group who fell or slipped on wet and slippery floors. The restaurant had a great variety of food available but this led to long delays in food being delivered to table after ordering

Where do I start. Such an amazing place. Exceeded our expectations. Photographs do not do justice as it is truly stunning. We booked the Garden Villa and it is so beautiful. Beds and pillows are extremely comfortable, and normally I have problems with them in other hotels. Staff are so welcoming and ready to help you with anything you need. We booked tours, water fall excursions, quads, everything with them. It is cheaper to book the tours with them that to do it with Viator or GetYourGuide. Food is amazing and they brought to the Villa every morning. Quite big quantities but we asked for less quantity the other days. We loved Ensaimadas and Pan de sal, that were not in the menu,but they brought it for us. The sunsets are truly amazing and the swimming pool is perfect as well and we were the only ones using it. Food at their restaurant is very good too. There are many restaurants walking distance but the resort is quiet and peaceful.

The beach is not for swimming as it is very shallow and the water reaches to your ankles, but they have amazing beaches 5 minutes from the resort. We took trycicles every day and they are very cheap. We also went to beaches 45’ from the resort and they arranged the taxis for us too.

If you are looking for a relaxing, quiet vacation in a magnificent paradise... Look no further. Buko is the place for you. Buko beach resort was our first stop on our honeymoon. It's a beautiful and peaceful piece of heaven. The staff is amazing, always smiling, always positive, taking care for all of your needs. The room is clean and beautiful. The outdoor shower is so cool, it was private and intimate. The restaurant have a variety of dishes and cocktails. It was really good. We loved the pool the most. Located on the edge of the resort and on the entrance to the beach. It really was an unforgettable vacation which we really recommend for everyone. Buko was a great start for us. Hopefully we'll get back there in the near future.

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The staff. Everyone was super friendly and helpful. Aira and Arlyn are the best!!! Thank you so much for everything Also I recommend taking the tour A with them. Everything was organized impecable. We had a fantastic time

You can’t swim in the sea unfortunately :( I think that’s across all that area

Perfect position on the beach (though you have to walk a long way for it to get deep enough to swim). Friendly, helpful staff and well designed rustic room.

‘Sea View’ room was actually a view of the restaurant and then the sea beyond which was surprising and disappointing - and not as shown in the photographs. As we arrived we were told of construction work next door. This should have been communicated from the start. The cooked breakfast was pretty much inedible with hard, overcooked eggs. All a shame because otherwise I would recommend this hotel.

Breakfast options were excellent and delicious. Pool was on the smaller side but sufficient and overlooked the beach. Room was spacious and clean. Bed came with a mosquito net. Bathroom was partially outside and big - very cool and unique but also warm. Staff were helpful. One of us fell really ill during our stay and the staff were there to help call doctors, provide medicine and help with transport to the doctor.

A little far out from el nido town centre - just to be aware but a quick tuk tuk drive.

Words can’t entirely describe eating breakfast on the restaurant with the clouds and ocean at your feet. It is truly something you have to experience to fully understand. John was really, really sweet and the entire Buko staff were so friendly and kind and accommodating. I’m not 100% sure but I think we got upgraded to the pool view bungalow/villa without even asking. And oh boy was it an experience. They also had a welcome board with my name on it at the front desk, a nice personal touch we enjoyed. Buko restaurant was actually really good! The pancakes and poached eggs with iced coffees were the best! Besides a wonderful breakfast, dinner/lunch was really delicious. The green curry and perri perri chicken /pasta took me right back to South Africa. The sunset from the pool was also something you’d have to experience first hand to full grasp and would recommend. All our requests were met, we had massages in our room, laundry was done for us, any questions were answered promptly. We’re going to return to El Nido and Buko will be on our list for sure.

First, More suggestions than criticisms here. The breakfast portions were quite large that I was replete after the meals and couldn’t even touch the complimentary fruit platter, I felt bad for wasting such delicious fruit. I would have the platter on request than provided. Second, I would have kayaks or paddle boards available to rent or complimentary for guests. That would of elevated our stay. But I can’t fault our stay at all. We left with a heavy heart and slow pace.

I can only recommend this small yet beautiful resort, that provides great view of the ocean and in the same time hospitality as you are staying in your own house. The staff were very responsive and every detail was up to the highest standarts. They organized on our request an exchange of vows, although they were not providing this service, and the venue and the dinner after were exactly as I pictured it, even more beautiful. The only negative comment I have is about the quality of the food, although we could see that the chef was going beyond to prepare the meals, the sauces were delicious and the presentation too. However, the ingredients were not of good quality, the meat for example, and I was missing more fruit, if I compare the resort with other there. So boss, do your part to match the price :) . However, overall I would stay again in this amazing hotel. Thank you for everything!

Food sometimes was bad

This is Luxury at its best! You feel like you have your own private property, staff is always willing to serve, is a quiet, secluded area. Beach is roght in front of the property, pool is clean and never crowded. You can completely relax as the staff will arrange everything (at extra cost): airport transfer, Port transfer, trycicle, tours, meals, etc... Breakfast is delicious! Try Philipino breakfast, it is great!. You can also order aditional items (at extra cost), order Calamansi ginger tea, is the best sweat tea I have ever tried. Restaurant view is peaceful, and the service is amazing

Beach is a bit small, but very convenient to relax. is Not a complaint, as there are other beautiful beaches near.

The property was beautiful and felt private because of all the foliage everywhere. The little restaurant next to the beach was excellent. The restaurant was very accommodating and would let you order the night before for breakfast available before their scheduled opening the next day (if you had a scheduled tour or scuba diving trip). The food was fresh and always included fresh fruit. The yellow watermelon gazpacho soup was exceptional. The pool was warm and clean and made the heat manageable (it was 90+ most days). A good PADI scuba shop (Tabanka) was 100 ft. down the beach and their dive outrigger boat was moored out front.

Nothing, the resort exceeded my expectations.