Absolutely delighted to share my experience at RC Villas – a true slice of heaven! Words can hardly capture the sheer magic of this property. The staff is beyond amazing; their treatment goes beyond that of a mere guest – you feel like a cherished member of the family. Having traveled to numerous exotic destinations worldwide, I can confidently say that the highlight of my visit to El Nido was undoubtedly the time spent at RC Villas. The seemingly challenging stairs were never an issue, as the team effortlessly whisked you up and down using a shuttle, providing a seamless experience. The beach service, offered free of charge (a few minutes away to one of the best beaches in El Nido), exemplifies their commitment to enhancing your stay. Organizing tours is a breeze – they take care of everything at the best possible prices, eliminating the hassle of planning. They even go the extra mile by chauffeuring you to the tour locations. They will organize anything you like. Despite staying in similar places throughout El Nido, RC Villas stands out with its unparalleled location and breathtaking views. Even when compared to other properties that may seem acceptable at first glance, RC Villas, under the thoughtful management of the owner, offers a unique and familial experience. They willingly go out of their way to fulfill any request, ensuring your stay is nothing short of enjoyable. The one-of-a-kind pool by the restaurant, coupled with the elevated location, makes it difficult to leave, I wanted to spend the whole day there. Each morning, as I opened the door, I couldn't help but be in awe of the enchanting scenery. There's a truly magical feel to this place, and I'm already planning my return to El Nido solely to stay at RC Villas again. My deepest gratitude to the owner, the family, and the exceptional staff – there's nothing they wouldn't do for you. I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have discovered this gem! :)

There is nothing you can possibly say. This place is just amazing in all aspects.

Mesmerizing views from room and from pool area, nice interior and exterior, very good food, welcoming staff, quiet location next to one of the best beaches of El Nido with free shuttle to the beach. Kind of pricey but definitely worth it. And stairs gives more charm to the exterior and quite easy walk.

All the people at the resort are extremely nice and helpful. The view from the room was breathtaking. They take you with a trycicle all the way up to your apartment if you want. Laundry service is available for 100 pesos a kg. Everyday new water bottles. Clean shower and room.

Maybe a bit too expensive

Friendly, attentive staff. Stunning location and views. Peace and quiet, yet only a short distance from the town. Comfortable and clean accommodation. Al fresco restaurant with amazing views, serving consistently high quality meals. Swimming pool with sweeping views over the bay. Great mango shakes!

Steep hillside location meant lots of steps. No problem for the able-bodied, but a consideration for disabled travellers.

Superb location on a hill, it was not by the beach but the hotel provided transportation to the nearest beach (Lemon Beach). From the drop off point i walked 8 km a day along the beach and through the rainforest back to the drop off point. You can get a tricycle to the hotel for $2. The place is very romantic, with towering cliffs, monkeys and birds. The staff are super friendly, alwys hppy and smiling and eager to please. There are superb island hopping daytrips by boat the hotle can arrnage and drop you. This includes GOOD food. Soft drinks are $1 each. You visit 5 islands and swim, snorkle, Kayak or just lounge on the beach. The hotel will book for you. Cost was $20 plus $4 eco licence, and $4 fee to visit one provate lagoon. Absolutely fabulous. Not to be missed. If you stay at RC it is very tranquil and away from the noisy beach scene or town scene in El Nido but they are minutes away if thats your pleasure. This is an ideal place for a couple, very romantic. I was along but soon made friends at the hotel and on the boat. The boat takes up to 30 people but its safe and not crowded. The boat cew were careful that old people and weak swimmers were safe guarded. This absolutely made my vacation one to be remeberered.

Nothing. But dont stay here if you want to wake up on the beach. If you like walking or dont mind a 5 minute tricycle ride and are flexible and open minded, this place cannot be beat.

The property was as clean as it can be out in the jungle. The men handling the cafe area were great. They worked hard and made sure our requests were done to the best of their ability. Food was solid, I only wish we had fresh calamansi juice available. The view was beautiful and it was nice not having any giant hotels or condos nearby. For the room, the showers were fantastic and the bed was one of the most comfortable I have ever had in a vacation property. It was quiet and they worked hard to clean the stairs daily. The shuttle to Vanilla beach was very helpful to have available. I loved that the property was further away from the commercialized areas. I didn't mind the critters (snails, lizards, toads) and never saw any roaches - which is a HUGE win in my book in PH.

Food options - wish there were more Filipino dishes and fruit. The property really needs skilled labor to address any technical issues, there was a power outage all day on our arrival and with the weather/humidity it was pretty miserable until a guest fixed the generator. The internet was also not working until we fixed it ourselves. The POS/Booking system needs to be updated to allow for credit card payments and the 2000 PHP per person refundable deposit needs to be disclosed before even allowing a booking since it was required in cash. We almost didn't have enough between us to pay and almost every place we went in El Nido only took cash. That said, RC Villas is still one of the best places to stay in El Nido for a reasonable price and would recommend it.

I stayed at this hotel for two weeks and had a very positive experience. Out of the five hotels I visited across different islands in the Philippines, this was the best. I would consider staying here again. Clean and well-maintained facilities Quiet and peaceful atmosphere Daily housekeeping, fresh bed linens every other day Two complimentary bottles of water per day Tasty and varied European-style breakfast with fresh fruit, plus a good restaurant (we tried most of dishes, and everything was well-prepared, especially the paella). Friendly and attentive staff Beautiful views New air conditioning Fast and stable Starlink internet Free shuttle to Vanilla Beach, which has cafés, sun loungers, massage parlors, and a McDonald's. The shuttle is one-way, so for the return trip, a tricycle is needed (they are easy to find). Great for walking – Vanilla Beach connects to Marimegmeg Beach, Las Cabañas Beach, and Dolarog Beach, offering several kilometers of sandy coastline for a scenic walk. Motorbike rentals available Laundry service for a reasonable additional fee Well-kept grounds, clean pool with a nice view, and a restaurant

Ants in the room – Housekeeping can apply pest control upon request, which helps for about a day. Loose power sockets – Chargers may not stay in place properly, which can interrupt charging. Things to Consider (not downsides): Distance from the city Small lizards or mosquitoes may occasionally enter the room. Stairs are required to reach the pool and restaurant from the rooms.

Our stay here was nothing short of incredible and vastly exceeded our expectations. The resort offers a homely atmosphere with few villas so it feels very personal. The staff went above and beyond - from airport pickup with a city tour to helping arrange beach transfers and tours for us. The chef prepared amazing meals, and the location, while slightly removed from the center, offers easy access to both Vanilla Beach and town. The reliable Starlink internet was a huge plus in an area known for poor connectivity. If you're comfortable with a few stairs, this hillside paradise is absolutely worth it. We'll definitely return on our next visit to El Nido!

The best thing on these villas is the team! Transfer and reception ladies, restaurant and cleaning teams, tricycle drivers - all do their best to make your stay comfortable and relaxed. Food was good - actually one of the best we had on Philippines (try fish curry), villas were very clean and view terrific. although it’s really remote on the hill you have tricycle to go to vanilla beach any time you like and they also give you a lift uphill when you feel lazy. They also provide good laundry service.

Villas are rather small. As for the rest - they honestly warn you about all specific moments of the hotel, so either you are ok with them or just choose another place to stay.

The hotel is on top of a hill, so you can use the stairs to get to your villa, or you can use their motorcycle whenever it is needed to go up or down. The view from the pool was amazing! And the food was actually the best on the whole island, a bit pricier than other places but very very tasty.

There was nothing not to like.