"Much better than the one Puerto Princesa. Pricey for what you get but el Nido is super expensive"

"The staff are very friendly and they assisted in every way. Amenities are great, the room is clean. The only downside is that a/c in the bedroom was a bit noisy. The best part is the breakfast buffet. My partner and I enjoyed their breakfast selections."

"Beautiful resort, just like a beautiful dream. Staff's willingness to serve makes this place more attractive and comfortable. They try to do everything in their control to make guest's stay memorable. Small team but 100% efforts. We love everything about this resort and highly recommend to everyone even vegetarians. Just one thing wants to mention that you should be physically fit to walk around the resort. We will go back again."

"We never imagined we would say this, but this is the first Aman experience we did not entirely fall in love with.m Three important contexts shaped our stay at Amanpulo. (i) Timing, we visited during one of the busiest periods, with the resort operating at or near full occupancy. This may well explain some of what we observed. At Aman’s level, personalization and intuitive attentiveness are not luxuries — they are the defining hallmarks. During our stay, however, these felt diluted. Some facilities we consider essential — such as the steam room and cold plunge — were fully booked for days, making access impossible. Moments of “surprise and delight,” which at this tier of hospitality should feel instinctive rather than exceptional, were largely absent. The simple magic of, “we noticed you enjoyed this yesterday,” never quite materialized. Minor yet recurring lapses — in housekeeping, breakfast orders, and internal communications — occurred over three consecutive days. Individually small, collectively noticeable. (ii) The team. Many of the people we encountered are relatively new to the resort, at least by Aman standards. And yet, this is where our optimism lies. Every interaction revealed promise — receptiveness to feedback, genuine warmth, and a growing affection for the brand. Aman is not merely a set of SOPs; it is a philosophy rooted in storytelling and intuition, in making guests feel understood rather than serviced. That depth cannot be trained overnight. If this is a teething phase, the foundations are certainly there for something exceptional to re-emerge. (iii) The casitas. They remain immaculate and timeless in design. However, thoughtful modernization is essential. Navigating light switches and temperature controls in the dark feels at odds with contemporary expectations; integrated tablet controls would significantly elevate the in-room experience. We understand enhancements are already in motion — another promising sign for the resort’s next chapter. And yet, what makes this reflection nuanced — we genuinely cherished much of our time on the island. Conversations with the team felt authentic and unfiltered. We caught glimpses of island life, of both its beauty and its challenges, which made the experience feel meaningful rather than manufactured. The activities were superb, and the natural setting remains utterly singular — serene, cinematic, and profoundly special. Amanpulo is still a place we would recommend to anyone seeking something extraordinary. As for us, we may well return — but next time, we would choose a quieter season, when the full poetry of Aman can once again be felt without restraint."

"Excellent stay at Lihim near El Nido. We loved the location and ability to take boats to El Nido. The food was average, however, the butler service was outstanding! We also enjoyed the view from our Villa. I would highly recommend this resort to anyone coming to El Nido. Not for people who cannot climb stairs."

"Great place in town. A little bit too close to the main road, so it’s prone to some motor noises"

"We had a pleasant stay overall, but there were a few downsides. The queen-sized bed was quite small for two adults. Breakfast was standard Filipino fare—good thanks to the freshly cooked eggs, but lacking variety as there was no yogurt or muesli, just cornflakes. On the positive side, the staff was very friendly and the large, warm swimming pool was fantastic after island hopping. My biggest complaint is the beach chair policy. Non-guests are allowed to use them without buying drinks. One day, a large family of 12 took over most of the shaded chairs to eat their own food, and no staff stepped in to manage the situation. It was a bit of a pity, but we still enjoyed our time."

"Excellent staff and stay"

"Stayed at this hotel for 4 days and we were allowed to do an early check in thanks to the hospitable receptionists and staff at the hotel. We loved our stat especially the scenery at the sky lounge pool and at our balcony too since we stayed at the seaview room with balcony. We’ll come back next time with our whole family!"