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About El Nido

El Nido is a tropical paradise in Palawan 🌴🏝️ Great for digital nomads who want stunning beaches, island-hopping, and a laid-back vibe. Internet can be spotty outside main areas, but cafés and some stays offer workable Wi‑Fi. Best for remote workers who value nature, adventure, and a slower pace over big-city convenience 🌊💻

Through the year

Best in February (62) · now 58
0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan: 118 mm Feb: 48 mm Mar: 56 mm Apr: 67 mm May: 140 mm Jun: 234 mm Jul: 307 mm Aug: 227 mm Sep: 347 mm Oct: 321 mm Nov: 168 mm Dec: 125 mm Jan: 29°C / 25°C Feb: 29°C / 25°C Mar: 30°C / 25°C Apr: 31°C / 26°C May: 31°C / 26°C Jun: 30°C / 25°C Jul: 29°C / 25°C Aug: 29°C / 25°C Sep: 29°C / 25°C Oct: 29°C / 25°C Nov: 30°C / 25°C Dec: 29°C / 25°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 6.1
Internet Speed 5.3
Digital Nomad Popularity 4.0
Safety 7.5
Accommodation Cost 5.1
Weather 5.7
Nomad Friendly 5.6
Female Friendly 7.5
Updated 3 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in El Nido
ItemCost
Coworking Space $97.98 per month
Coffee $2.12 per cup
Beer $1.96 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $2.94 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $48.99 per month
Mobile Plan $9.80 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $29.39 per month
Apartment (1 bedroom) $244.95 per month

Other cities in Philippines

Other cities in Philippines
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Taguig $1,653 6.7 Compare
2 Cebu City $1,777 6.7 Compare
3 Makati $2,086 6.6 Compare
4 Manila $2,039 6.5 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Puerto Princesa PH Philippines $1,647 5.9 Compare
2 Port Barton PH Philippines $729 5.4 Compare
3 Boracay PH Philippines $2,498 6.1 Compare
4 Coron PH Philippines $1,005 5.5 Compare

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