Weekend Forever: The (Perfect) Alternative

The Alternative is a beachfront bar and restaurant located at El Nido town. The main attraction of this place is the unique seating available to customers called tubs.

The tubs are like round daybeds that have a low table in the middle. Around the table, the tub has a cushion and a couple of pillows, which makes it perfect for lounging after a day of touring the Bacuit bay.

There are two tubs facing the beachfront. Each can accommodate four. The two other tubs at the back are bigger and can accommodate up to six.

Being at The Alternative feels like being in a tree house. It helps that the restaurant is elevated, but also because everything is made of wood or natural materials and plants are everywhere.

The tubs are supported by thick tree trunks below. Between the tubs and going into the bar and the covered area of the restaurant, where there are regular tables and chairs, there are wooden bridge ways with railings.

Cashew Craze Dip and Homemade Bread

Even when you're sitting at one of the tables and not the tubs, the view is still stunning from this vantage point. There is an airiness and natural feel to the place that fits well to its surroundings. It's so relaxing to look out the calm beach, feel the breeze and hear the hush sound of the waves.