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Reviews of Makulay Lodge and Villas

3 out of 5
Makulay Lodge and Villas
Barangay Masagana, El Nido, Mimaropa

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 53 reviews" "

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Tal

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bad place
It is a disgusting room, ants every where, on the bead, floor, in the shower. You need to climb 200 stars to the room. There is a mold in the shower, in the kitechen. I ordered this place to 6 nights and we had staying there only one night and change to other hotel. They didn't accepet our compliances and told us to talk with the hotels site where we did the reservation. We didn't get the money back so don't do my mistake.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disgusting
It was horrific, room was filthy. With insects, molds, lights, door doesn't work. Mosquito net was old dirty and full of large holes
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very disappointed from the minute we arrived When we got there we tried to contact the lodge and they would not respond to our calls or texts there was no access to the lodge we were dropped on the road maybe half a mile away then you had to go down a very small ally to the beach then the lodge was 300 meters down the beach they sent a driver on a motorcycle after we got a local to phone them with a phone number he had me and my wife and two suitcases we walked and they took our bags When we got there they took us to the room it was 110 steep steps up the side of the cliff I am 62 with a bad back and my wife has asthma we had to stop halfway up to catch our breath Then when we got there it looked old and rundown and dirty nothing like the photos we saw when we booked the room I told the guy that showed us the room there was no way we could be going up and down the steep stairs 3 or 4 times a day and asked for a refund He said we had to contact Expedia for a refund then he said he had a room on the main floor for one night that we could use instead we could not get a cell signal and the internet was not working bso we could not get ahold of Expedia The room on the main floor was just as bad dirty and smelled funky we left and found a room back at the main road for the night and another the next day for two more days Very disappointed all the way around don.t go there unless you are in very good shape and up for the long climb up
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
DO NOT MAKE MY MISTAKE!!!!
This was a horrible place to stay for a few reasons... 1. False Advertising!!!! The pictures of the room on this website do not reflect the condition of the room. The room was gross, ants all over the bed, holes in the corners for bugs to come in, mold in the bathroom, the bed frame was gross and really old, the mattress was this old blue foam thing with bugs and on and on. I felt so bad because I let my girl choose anywhere she wanted and she chose based on the photos and they were all lies. You will be in a disgusting place with no refund possible. 2. No WIFI ... Yeah they have a password and account, doesn't work even when connected. They said too many people are using it... 3. Hot Water....To make the hot water work, you need to hold the shower head on floor, then pick it up and it works for the next few seconds. Keep doing this until clean. Sometimes there was no hot water at all. 4. No water on the last day....Yup they said something about pumps... 5. No room service for five days....Yup...I had to find someone to ask for everything. One time a girl was mopping the floor. I asked her for clean towels. She said she didn't work there...The restaurant and hotel are separate.. 6.Noisy...There is a restaurant there. Right next to your rooms with loud speakers. The music shuts down around midnight. Overall, this was a horrible experience. Dirty, old, bed bugs, no room service, horrible shower, no wifi and the pictures were all lies. I stayed in room 3C
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Charlotte

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don't expect more than a nice view
The view was lovely once you'd climbed the winding 105 steps up to the crow's nest, which was frankly knackering. We kept the climb to a minimum. 3 times was enough. The room was basic. We were expecting basic - but not quite that much. The bar and restaurant were shut when we arrived and we asked for a glass of water when we arrived but were told everything was shut so no. Nice start. We knew from that moment on we were on our own - and we were right. No breakfast in the morning as apparently everything was still shut, but we were cheerily directed to a nearby place for breakfast - a nod to some semblance of customer service. All in all a bit more customer focus would be super. Don't come here if you get vertigo.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked four months in advance based on the photos and reviews from people previous to us. We arrived to find the place was being renovated and nobody had informed us. To make matters worse, the manager still took us to our room, which was absolutely disgusting, and nowhere near the quality pictured in the photos. Mold, exposed wires, stains, foam furniture, exposed nails, bugs, and filthy. After talking to the manager he apologized and said he would refund us the money. Two months later we have only received 1/3 of the amount owed. Do not trust this property, do not stay here. There is no beach outside, instead, there's a cemetery on the adjacent property.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nada que ver calidad con precio . Pagas mucho y la habitación está llena de hormigas el colchón es un trozo es incomodo a más no poder y no es nada confortable. No recomiendo este hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
400 steps/day to the Hill top villa, dirty bathroom and kitchen, Old sheets, noisy aircon, can't reach the hotel by tricycle you have to walk with your luggage, no internet, no generator for electricity, only the view from the terrace is Nice, i don't recommand.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
aweSome!
very eco friendly and peeps are very accommodating specially the manager, who run the show 👍
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Close to downtown but far enough away
The location is close enough to downtown that, that is a plus. Away from the noise but also an easy walk. We had drinks each night on their beach side bar and the sunset was spectacular and the mango smash is an excellent drink. However the internet was negative and rooms were just ok. There are 6 rooms in this hotel. The one pictured of course has an amazing view so clearly request that room, however only 1 in 6 will get that one. My room was hundreds of steps (seriously) up the hill at a steep incline, however there is no view. All in all it was a good experience.
Response from Andlala on 25 Apr 2018
Thank you for the view! Glad to here you enjoyed the bar and can only reccomend to check the room description and pictures before booking to avoid any upsets. Our hilltop rooms are a jem for those who enjoy the serenity of the jungle, away from any noise and are happy to take the trek! Hopefully we'll see you next time, staying down stairs :)

10/10 Excellent

Cali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don’t miss out!
Amazing stay at Makulay! We stayed in the Loft - 100 steps to the room but wow, what a view! Well worth it if you’re up for the climb. Staff were wonderful, attentive and friendly and the breakfast was delicious. Great location too, refreshing to be out of the main town, but only a few mins walk if you want to venture in.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Phenomenal
Had an absolutely fantastic stay here. This is one of the best places in the El Nido by far. The service is phenomonal and the accommodations are extremely comfortable. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing View
Beautiful view of our villa And all the staff are really friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

cesar, lake tahoe , NV

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beach is non functional . Dirty .
This hotel room needs a major upgrade . It is very uncomfortable to stay in this place . From bed to toilet . It’s all not worth paying that much . The beach is just a word beach , not functional . The shore is dirty and full of rocks . It even smells . Will not stay in this place at all again .the staff is super friendly and accommodating though . The lobby is great and relaxing overlooking the beach . The food is great , little expensive but worth it .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

J LYN

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needs a serious make over!
This place has heaps of potential however for the price we paid its definitely not worth it. The 200 steps is also a killer. The view on the roof top is nice however the room next level down has a better view. There is no natural lighting, everything is old and dated and they tease you by having a massive satellite dish on the roof together with a tv cable and bracket on the wall, but no TV. Our fan broke and they were unable to replace it. There is A.C. in the room however as the windows are not glass (only net) the cold escapes. On a positive note though, the staff are friendly and helpful. There are better places around elnido that you can get you more value for your money.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sylwia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room with the view
Friendly and informative staff made our stay a five star. Andrew and Sylvia were awesome and any questions we had they were able to answer and help our.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the hilltop room
We staid at the hill top room. Beautiful view well worth climping almost 200 steps (not for bad knees, poor physical condition etc.). The room was a bit rustic, however we enjoyed our stay; we didn't go there for luxury but for the views. He hotel is nicely located by the beach close to restaurants yet in peace and quiet. Be sure to contact the hotel beforehand and ask for a tricycle pick up since the regular size tricycles can't enter the beach. The staff was friendly and willing to assist.

6/10 Okay

kara, Nyack, NY

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views at Makulay
We loved the location of Makulay, perfectly located just outside of town, but close enough to access everything El Nido has to offer. It was quiet and aside from the power outages, that they said the entire island experiences, the Air conditioner was wonderful. The hotel had a wonderful dinner area and we loved the outside movies. The menu there is expensive comparatively but did not have many choices. The room was functional, but had so many bugs, spiders, lizards and ants everywhere! The bathroom/shower was really infested and there was never a time we didn't see them. The bed wasn't that comfortable either, but we understand that we were in an Island in the Philippines. There also was barely any Wifi there but we didn't mind that so much, as we quickly learned that wifi in el nido meant little to no service.

10/10 Excellent

Edward, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Walkable escape from the main strip
Just a short walk away from the main strip brings you to this hotel. Super peaceful, great views - it was a real nice break to be able to get away from the hustle/bustle/loud night music/motorbikes in town.

4/10 Poor

Clarissa, Philippines

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice view and entertainment
Considering the price the room was basic and needed refurbishing. The shower was old and falling apart, the tap water smells eggy. The staff was slow, unfriendly and UNWELCOMING. I has better service in Casa Cecilia when I enquired about a taxi, they have better customer service. Although they do have amazing view and good night entertainment.

4/10 Poor

Clarissa, Philippines

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice view and entertainment
Basic accomodation, room was old and needed refurbished. The water smells eggy, the shower kept falling off. Staff were unhelpful, slow and unfriendly, UNWELCOMING. I had better experience at casa cecilia when i was enquiring about a taxi, better staff service. Although they have amazing view and they have good night entertainment.

8/10 Good

Emma, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent value for money and peaceful spot
Perfect stay, excellent value for money, away from the busy centre of El Niro but only 10 mins walk away. Will recommend to my friends. Superb views but steps up so only recommend to the young and active :)

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst $50 room I stayed in.
The only good thing about the hotel was that its next to the beach and one of the staff volunteered to give us a ride to the terminal for very early mornining departure. The room was not worth the $50 price tag. No hot water, no tv, the room was above the restaurant so its noisy until the bar closes, the food was over priced just because its french cuisine, room doesn't have a descent door, the room definitely needs a renovation. I can get a better room in cebu city for the price I paid. The room was no better than a boarding room.

6/10 Okay

Lisa, sydney

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
you get what you pay for
This is budget accom so expect what you paid for. I was fine with it as we only paid for one night but my partner didnt like it and wanted to leave. Our room was literally in the treetops. Good points: staff were friendly, bathroom was clean. Bad points: no aircon, we had to climb 100 steps to get to our room so it's definitely not for unfit people or very young or elderly. There were alot of insects as well since you're in the treetops.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Saila

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Sijainti hyvä. Huonokunto, vettä ei tule kunnolla suihkusta
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Sandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
feo, abandonado, sucio... las fotos ni se parecen a las habitaciones... esta todo como abandonado muy descuidado y sucio NO LO RECOMIENDO
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Volli, Karlsruhe

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Die Bilder haben nichts mit der Realität zu tun! Der Strand ist sehr verschmutzt und voll mit Hunden. Das Hotel ist in einer schlechten Lage mit keinem schönen Strand. Wer einen schönen Strand möchte sollte El Nido Zentrum meiden. Besser ist der Lio Beach. Direkt neben dem Hotel ist ein Friedhof 😉Das Hotelpersonal war bemüht und ein anderes Hotel zu besorgen.Preis Leistungsverhältinis passt überhaupt nicht. Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt abgebrochen und uns was neues gesucht.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Does not live up to pictures
The lodge did not look like the pictures. In the morning there were a lot of noise from the lobby/restaurant. WiFi did not work. Don’t get room 4D. Maybe the lodges further up the hill are better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr schlechtes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis ! Ich würde es auf keinen Fall weiter empfehlen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Nos quedamos por la vista
Las vistas espectaculares El alojamiento muy basico Para llegar a la habitacion tienes que subir 100 escaleras estilo templo. Esta suficientemente alejado para escuchar el sonido del mar y bastante cerca de los restaurantes como para ir andando en 5-10 minutos Aconsejo llegar de dia
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel sucio y con poco parecido a las fotos.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Väldigt dyrt på hotellet. Frukost ingick inte i ett dyrt rum. Fanns bara två fläktar vilket gjorde att vi fick byta hotell efter en natt. Väldigt lyhört från gatan trots att vi valde Uphill room. Personalen var väldigt trevliga och hjälpsamma.
Response from Andlala on 25 Apr 2018
Hello and thanks for the review! We can only reccomend reading the full listing before hand and booking one of our aircon rooms if you are not adjusted to tropical temperatures. Sorry again for the troubles you faced. Best wishes!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness

6/10 Okay

Lasse

Liked: Staff & service
Amazing deck, decent rooms
Beautiful place with an amazing view from the deck. nice people. the rooms are fine, but not luxury in anyway.

6/10 Okay

Maxime

Disliked: Room comfort
Nice view but has to be renovated
We stayed for 4 nights in one of the downhill rooms. ++ : The view which is amazing / the restaurant on the beach with nice food where you can enjoy the sunset from / Staff was nice / hotel is at walking distance from El Nido but away from all the noise and agitation. - - : The room: the bed was way too small for occidental people, matress too soft and thin, bed sheets and towels were very old / bathroom is very ugly / the whole room needs to be renovated. Way too expensive for what it is.

8/10 Good

philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lieu de jeunes routard
établissement très sympathique . accueillant assez jeunes tout de même pas loin du routard ..avec les chichas ??!!! mais bon sympa
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

matz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
bra. lite långt att gå upp till topp rummet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

rick, amsterdam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel deserves better ratings! First of all the staff is super, especially Lala and Andrew. They are really nice and helpful. If you need anything they are the ones to go to. Better yet, they Will inform you even before you ask. The restaurant is like a beachclublounge with superb food. The music they play is deephouse, jazzdance, chill-out. So no hard electronic music. When we stayed there it was very calm and relaxing. Do be warned that the rooms/houses are up a hill. Ours was 184 steps up. During the night you Will See insects etc but there is a superb security that will check the area at night for you. Do remember that you are in the jungle. If you have children take notice of this. We had a great time at this hotel. And I can recommend it to all experienced travellers, not to all-inclusive or business travellers! Dont complain, Just enjoy the experience and you Will love it here! Thanks Lala for everything!!! P.s. When you leave early in the morning for the ferry to coron the nightsecurity of the hotel will take care for you. And they did a perfect job with a smile! Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

2/10 Terrible

S, Aa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2 nächte gebucht nach 1 nacht abgereist
2 nächte gebucht und bezahlt . Zimmer in einem unglaublich schlechtem zustand. Dafür gibts ordendlich was auf die ohren wenn die damen und herren party machen .ausblick toll sauberkeit unterdurchschnittlich . Ich komme nicht wieder.keine parkmöglichkeiten nur mit mopped nicht mit dem auto zu erreichen .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

Jean-Marc

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Eviter
Seuls valent la peine la terrasse et son environnement magnifique. Les petits déjeuners ou y consommer est donc très agréable. Le service en restauration est très aimable. La chambre malheureusement n'est pas du tout à la hauteur des prix pratiqués. Vétuste, état déplorable. Matelas de mousse 10 ou 15 cm d'épaisseur à bout de course, literie hors d'âge, élimée et parfois déchirée. Clim bruyante pouvant être remplacée par un ventilateur. Certaines chambres ont des moustiquaires d'autres non. Wi-Fi présent sans internet ou internet très occasionnel ! Pas de bouteille d'eau dans la chambre comme cela se pratique toujours en Asie dans les hôtels. Salle de bain du même niveau minimaliste que la chambre. Chambre assez bruyantes de par le fait qu'une piste de sable desservant tout les hôtels environnants empruntée par tout les mototaxi passe entre l'hôtel et la petite plage, dommage ! Hôtel un peu excentré à 15 mn de marche du centre ville. Conclusion: Très cher pour la prestation fournie.