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Vacation rentals in Palawan

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Island in El Nido
Exclusive & Private Island Resort: Floral Island
We can accommodate up to 24+ Persons. We accept Weddings and Events Inclusions •Exclusive & Private Island Retreat •All Meals (Filipino Cuisine) •Coffee/Tea/Water •Daily House keeping upon request •Use of Snorkeling Gears & Kayak •Boat Transfer •Starlink internet connection •Unforgettable Island Experience Additional Services •Massage •Soda, Alcohol & Cocktails •Van Pick up/drop •Day Trips November - May: Min. 6 Participants / Booking June - October: Min. 4 Participants / booking
$648 per night
Superhost
Bungalow in Puerto Princesa
Felice Cafe • Coffee by the coffee trees
Felice Cafe is a vacation home located just on the outskirts of Puerto Princesa - far enough from town to have your peace and quiet, near enough to be in touch with the basics. It is a cozy cottage surrounded by coffee trees with friendly dogs on the property. Enjoy your morning in the balcony where you can enjoy the green with the sound of birds, take a midday dip in the pool, drink coffee by the coffee trees and an open kitchen where everyone is welcome to cook and dine.
$63 per night
Superhost
Villa in Rizal
Palawan Ecolodge Amihan
Go for adventure in a simple & secluded eco-house on a very preserved beach. Local meals served in your house on demand. Daily cleaning included. Kayak, surfboards, bodyboards, SUP, snorkel & fins included. Perfect for relaxation, water sports, mountain, jungle & mangrove trecks. Discover local life : accompany locals to rice fields, fishing, market, school... Our project is financing community programs.
$40 per night

Other great vacation rentals in Palawan

Superhost
Home in El Nido
El Nido Pool Villa beside the beach
$133 per night
Superhost
Home in Puerto Princesa, MIMAROPA, PH
Hilltop Pool and Villa
$162 per night
Superhost
Townhouse in Puerto Princesa
The Local House
$22 per night
Superhost
Island in El Nido
Exclusive Private Island + Brother Island, El Nido
$631 per night
Superhost
Home in Coron, Palawan
Main House at Sand Island Eco-Lodge
$178 per night
Superhost
Home in San Vicente
beachfront, sunsets, coconuts, and memories.
$153 per night
Superhost
Cottage in San Vicente
Romantic Beach Front Cottage in a Secluded Cove
$222 per night
Superhost
Tent in Lumambong Beach
Mountainview
$90 per night
Superhost
Home in Puerto Princesa
Large cottage with sea view in Eco-lodge
$44 per night
Superhost
Villa in El Nido
Villa MM
$221 per night
Superhost
Home in El Nido
Villa Paraiso
$131 per night
Superhost
Bungalow in El Nido
Corong Beach Resort Beachfront Bungalow
$81 per night

Your guide to Palawan

All About Palawan

The archipelago of Palawan in the southwestern Philippines is known for its outstanding natural beauty, including white-sand beaches, crystal-clear water, rolling hills, steep cliffs, and lively small villages.

While visiting Palawan, you can snorkel near vibrant coral reefs, snack on freshly caught parrotfish and marshmallow-like marang fruit, scuba dive around World War II shipwrecks, and take a shaded snooze on the powder-soft sand. However, not everything in Palawan is about the beach. The area offers historical, cultural, and ecological attractions like Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, and the Tabon Cave Complex, where early human artifacts from 50,000 years ago were discovered.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Palawan

Palawan has warm temperatures all year round, and the biggest weather variance occurs between the dry season and the rainy season. The rainy season, which generally occurs between June and October, ranges from intense afternoon rainfall to non-stop rain for multiple days. Although this can make planning activities a bit tricky, it is still a good time to visit, as there may be more vacation houses to rent. The dry season offers the best weather to take advantage of outdoor activities across the island. However, it does get busy and the demand for apartment rentals may increase dramatically. There are also many festivals held across Palawan throughout the year, which may affect the rates and availability.


Top things to do in Palawan

Nacpan Beach

Located on El Nido Bay around 45 minutes north of the town of El Nido, Nacpan Beach is one of Palawan’s most beautiful beaches. The sparkling golden sand is lined with hundreds of palm trees, while the crystal-clear turquoise water provides a great spot for sunbathing and swimming, and the many cafes and restaurants nearby rent sunbeds and deckchairs. At its southern end, Nacpan Beach meets smaller Calitang Beach — walk up the hill between them for an awe-inspiring vista.

Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park

Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Puerto Princesa underground river flows through an impressive cave system. Within the caves, you’ll find stunning limestone formations, old-growth forests, and unique native wildlife — listen out for bats as you make your way through this otherworldly place dotted with fossils and waterfalls.

Big Lagoon

The Big Lagoon sits on an island 45 minutes away from El Nido, its dazzling blue water creating a stark contrast against the surrounding limestone cliffs. The lagoon is a popular place to swim, rent a kayak to explore, and spot sea turtles — a common sight in shallower water. The best time to visit is during high tide, due to the sharp coral at the lagoon’s entrance.

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