Republica Sunset Bar

El Nido


Perched up on the highway over Lugadia Beach 4km south of El Nido proper, Spanish–owned Republica has arguably the best sunset views around. Belly up to the long wooden countertop staring right at Bacuit Bay and order a craft cocktail and tapas like huevos rotos.

A slick soundtrack keeps the crowd around until long after the moon has replaced the sun.


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