Angkla Beach Club & Boutique Resort

We recently stayed at Angkla Beach Club & Boutique Resort, and there’s no denying that the property is stunning. The architecture is modern and tasteful, and the rooms are spacious and well-designed — though it’s worth noting that there’s no bathtub and no sea view in either of the rooms we booked. We booked Tour A island hopping through the resort. While the boat wasn’t exclusive to Angkla, the private tour was still an unforgettable experience. What truly stood out was Charles from the resort — a quiet and humble staff member who went above and beyond to create a beautiful beachside lunch setup. He really helped make our day special and contributed to memorable moments for our family. That said, I believe the resort has so much more potential if just a few thoughtful adjustments were made. Food & Dietary Needs: We had informed the resort in advance about our halal dietary requirements, but unfortunately, they weren’t able to accommodate this. I requested a simple seafood curry and was even willing to pay extra, but it was declined. Even basic vegetarian items like hummus or soup (which are on the menu) were initially not available or came with extra charges — despite the very limited breakfast options available to us. What made it more frustrating is that simple meals like fish and chips or a basic pizza weren’t available either, which would’ve been an easy fix for guests looking for something familiar or quick. In other resorts I’ve stayed at, the chef usually comes out personally to check dietary needs — sometimes even sourcing halal chicken locally and using separate cookware. Sadly, that effort was missing here. I didn’t meet the chef at all, and it only felt like some effort was made at the very end of our stay. Additionally, it felt like the restaurant prioritised outside guests over those actually staying in the resort, which was disappointing for a boutique property with limited occupancy. Accessibility & Transport: The resort is located in a remote area, so getting food or alternative meals from town is difficult. After a week, the limited menu does get a bit repetitive. A free or more affordable shuttle service to El Nido town would really help. I paid PHP 5,000 for a round trip, which is a lot considering a local tuk-tuk (tricycle) would’ve cost half — but they can’t navigate the steep, rough road leading to the resort. Spa & Beach Service: This part deserves a mention. We booked a massage at the resort spa, expecting a premium experience. However, I literally saw the receptionist call the lady from the beach hut next door to come give us a massage! The same lady had earlier told us she only accepts cash when doing massages on the beach 😂. I still went ahead thinking the in-resort version might be different — but it wasn’t. It was the same massage, just at four times the price. So if you’re considering a massage, honestly, just go straight to the beach and enjoy it there for a fraction of the cost. Also worth noting: the

We had high hopes for our trip to Nacpan Beach, planning to enjoy lunch, drinks, and a sunset dinner Angkla Beach Club after seeing it widely advertised. Unfortunately, the service fell far below expectations. Upon arrival, we inquired about renting two duo sunbeds with parasols for our group of four. We were told only one was available, despite the fact that the majority of sunbeds were visibly empty and not in use by hotel guests. The staff member by the pool made no effort to accommodate us or find a solution. For a place that heavily promotes itself, we expected much better service — especially as paying guests ready to spend the day and dine at the venue. Very disappointing, and we likely won’t return or recommend it to others.

We questioned ourselves why we didn’t stay here, but not being close to town, that was our only answer. The grounds and beach were breathtaking and the staff we top on the line, ready to answer all questions or requests. Jay was amazing and sooooo helpful to our every need too! If you have a chance, go here!!!