The room was clean. It was very tidy and when we clarified that we had opted for a twin bed or 2 separate beds, they quickly assisted us on our request. The shower had a hot and cold option and it exceeded our expectation in terms of the room design and cleanliness. There was also a complimentary toiletries and water which was an added bonus. Checking in was also easy. It only took a few moments and the front desk was also open 24/7 so it was really helpful.

There were only a few things that we did not like. Once of which is that the toilet did not flush. Another was that the aircon had to be adjusted in a certain way just to make sure that the air was cold.

The location was great for the pier access. But not much around here so you'll be taxi or grab around the city to get to restaurants cafes. The fort around the square is cool though but only need 1 hour. Appreciate the bathroom availability and sinks. There was 24/7 reception which was nice when I checked out at 3am.

The showers didn't have anywhere to place your stuff except for 2 hooks so you couldn't really shower without getting your clean clothes wet. Towel rental is cheap but should just be included.

The staff were friendly and helpful. I appreciated the 4 bed, rooms, as opposed to 6, 8 or 10 in other hostels. The location is great for catching ferries. Only a 10 minute walk to Pier 1. I like the individual shower stalls from the toilets. Nothing worse than a wet toilet. And appreciate that there isn't one bathroom for each room. Feels like you're waiting less or not at all when you want to shower or need to use the restroom. I arrived at 10pm and had to check out at 9am but I got the sense that there was a nice vibe here for travelers with many common areas including bar, cafe and food. Initial impressions are good despite short stay.

The rooms are small so if you're on the top bunk, there's not a lot of room for your bag. If any. Towels should be included in the price. Having to pay to rent one is tedious, but not the end of the world. The shower stalls have 2 hooks for your clean clothes that are not far enough away from the water so you will have wet clothes at the end of youre not super careful. There are no shelves for your toiletries so it ends up on the floor. Feels unhygienic.

During my stay at Happiness Hostel in El Nido, I was impressed by several aspects: Best Location: The hostel is conveniently located and easy to find with its distinctive green board on the street. Smooth Check-in: Checking in was a hassle-free process. Unique No-Shoes Policy: The hostel has a no-shoes policy that adds to its cozy ambiance. Breathtaking Common Area: The common area offers stunning views of the sea and the ridge. Impeccable Cleanliness: The rooms and beds were impeccably clean and comfortable. Effective Air Conditioning: The air conditioning in the rooms worked exceptionally well. Clean Toilets and Reliable Hot Water: The toilets were consistently clean, and warm water was always available. Spacious Beds with Storage: The beds were roomy, and the storage boxes within them were a convenient touch. Complimentary Breakfast: Guests can enjoy a simple but satisfying breakfast consisting of banana, bread, and jam for free. 24/7 Beverage Options: Coffee, cold drinks, and hot water are available round the clock. Whatever you want to do here they got the solution, and best rates. So no need to runaround to find best deals, just ask them them and get it done.

WiFi Limitations: Unfortunately, there's no internet access in rooms or common areas, and there's uncertainty about when this issue will be resolved. This might pose an inconvenience to guests who rely on connectivity

I requested for blanket yet the staff didnt able to deliver my request.

They have a mezzanine where I did my last minute report (until 2am before going on vacation. Even though it was already midnight, co-work station is open and a staff and security (although not in uniform) will keep you company to attend to your needs. Service water, ceiling fan and a lot of charging ports are also at hand where i got all my gadgets fully-charged for the early trip the next day. An ATM machine is also available on-site. I also got unlimited hot water for the evening chamomile tea from their on-site cafe, Nyor. Some tourist came past midnight and were accommodated well and fast. And what caught my eyes is their natural concrete walls going to our room, painted with icons: lechon, puso, sinulog, whaleshark, all representing Cebu.

There's a stinky smell in the toilet, probably from the drainage, which could be the reason why they got charcoal on the side - to deodorize. Good thing I got my handy POOF from Bench and they got an exhaust that the smell went off in a sec.

Very convenient and accessible, walking distance from port, sto. Niño church and other tourist spot. Staff are friendly and accomodating ( even in a small part of negligence cleaning thoroughly their rooms)

One negative factor is the noise. If your sensitive to noise this place is not for you. You can hear from your room staff conversations and some from other guest , from upstairs chairs (can hear dragging of chairs from their lounge area), and the cleaning staff at morning. Additionally, the room I transferred in is not well cleaned, 😔. I saw dirt on the toilet sink and some trash. ( I informed the lady on the front desk to send some cleaning staff , maybe she was busy when I came back nothing is done- anyway I just ignore it since since Im leaving the next day.

This place is one of the best city hotels I’ve stayed in. and I’ve been Philippines 17 years and have my own resort. So I know how difficult it is to make things exactly the way you want them. It’s perfectly laid out with every outlet, shelf, table perfectly placed in a modern simple design. Love it. Super close to everything. 140 peso grab car to the terraces and mall with everything you could want!!! The cafe downstairs does amazing breakfast at the right price. lovely staff. Will see you again in a week!!! My new cebu hotel!!!! Brian

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I stayed at Happynest Hostel in Cebu for one night and had a great experience. The bed was comfortable, the location was convenient for visiting local attractions, the price was affordable, and the hostel was clean. I highly recommend this hostel to other travelers on a budget.

I guess what I didn't like is the fact that I was the only girl in the dormitory. I only noticed it when I was about to sleep and had to tell my bf in Manila my concerns about being the only girl in the dormitory whereas there were other female visitors.

Everything! Exceptional receptionist, the girls are very attentive to each guests requests/questions. They make me feel at home. The housekeeping is doing a very good job too, this is by far the cleanest hostel i have even stayed at. 👏 I hope they can maintain that. The wifi works well. They have a great space for meeting people/fellow guests (lobby and a workspace). And the place is walking distance to colon st(night market place), pier 1(the port), Fort San perdro and a park.

It's not that I don't like it but I suggest if it's possible (for females) if you want peace and quiet try to book the all female dorm or the lesser number of bunkbed dorm (the 16pax dorm can really be noisy since other guests can control their voices at times).