Stayed here with a friend from Feb. 17th to 20th, 2011. We arrived at 2:00pm exactly and it took about 20-30mins to check-in because apparently the AC in our room wasn't working so they had to put a new one in. Was a bit frustrated with the wait but in the end it paid off because the AC worked perfectly all throughout our stay and was even too cold at times that we'd have to turn it off.
The room is small but clean. There is a mini bar and you get two bottles of water everyday complimentary. There is a flat screen TV although there were only 13 channels. Star Movies is the only movie channel and you're lucky to find anything else on the other channels... then again are you there to watch TV? The bathroom was clean and a good size. Shampoo and soap are provided in dispensers and there is a water heater. Shower pressure was good but there was one time when I was in the shower the water was completely gone but I waited maybe a minute or two and it came back on. Outside the rooms you are provided with racks to hang your wet suits, towels, etc. Could work on the lighting in the rooms because when the curtains are closed it's pretty dim inside.
The last time I was in Bohol I stayed in Tagbilaran City and the food was really bad. The best food I had during that trip was in Pizza Hut! I wasn't expecting much this time around but I was thoroughly impressed with every meal. I guess there are better cooks on Alona Beach because of the amount of foreigners who visit. Hayahay had the best food by far and the pizzas are REALLY good! The prices are better too than some of the other places we visited.
We paid Php2,800.00/night/room. Unfortunately this price did not include breakfast. I heard that other places offered around the same price that did include breakfast. Must check that out next time. The location of Hayahay is really good too, right next to Oops Bar. Location is not a big problem on this beach though since everything is nearby and right next to each other.
We didn't have any problems with any of the staff. They could be a little bit more conversational with the guests but this isn't uncommon in the Philippines as they tend to be more shy.
I wasn't impressed by the beach. The shoreline is quite small and when it's high tide you best keep to the areas closest to the resorts/restaurants. There was a lot of seaweed and only a few places would rake their beachfront. Very few provided lounge chairs as well. There were also a lot of boats for the divers. Alona Beach is really more for the divers because there's not much else to do rather than eat and lay on the beach.
Although I had a good time here I don't think I will stay on Alona Beach next time. I prefer the beach at Bohol Beach Club.
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Date of stay: February 2011Trip type: Traveled with friends
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We arrived at Hayahay after spending 2 weeks in Palawan where we stayed in some really nice resorts, so on arriving we were a little bit hesitant because of the older, tired room (and no view of anything really) but as it turned out the location made up for all of the shortfalls. Just a short note on transportation, we had arrived at Cebu airport and paid P270 for a taxi to ferry terminal 1 where we were charged P10 for the taxi to come into the port with our luggage which was great. We opted for the open air class (P450) rather that the inside tourist class (P500) which provided a covered seating area and is a good choice. You also are charged the port fee P25 pp and a baggage fee P50. On arrival at Tagbilaran we arranged a tricycle to Alona Beach for P300. Note that you need to carry your baggage about 100m along the sandy track to the hotel from where you are dropped off. On arrival the hotel staff were not overly friendly but still ok - I had to keep asking about the wifi and they would reset the router, but in reality don't expect any great internet connection here. The rooms are old and a bit worn out, but still clean and comfortable and a little cramped. Its all about location location location - the hotel is right amongst everything that you would need - there are small shops nearby for snacks, beers, etc, plenty of restaurants / bars to choose from, and you are right on the beach as soon as you walk out of the hotel. It is surprisingly quiet at night (no roads) apart from the music next door, but thankfully it was always shutdown before 11pm each night. A quick word on wifi - most of the bars / restaurants have wifi and it is so much better than the hotel. There are a few bars offering happy hour with beers for P50 and cocktails P100 so worth a visit even if it is only for the wifi .....Most of the nearby restaurants are relatively expensive as you would expect - if you shop around it is surprising that some restaurants charge so much more for a particular dish, so check a few out depending upon what you want to eat. We didn't eat at Hayahay as we found it overly expensive for their seafood dishes. There is also a 7-11 nearby and a McDonalds under construction ...... Note that on the corner where you are dropped off in Alona Beach there are many touts selling boat tours, transfers, motor bikes, etc. I chatted to a few and this is where I organised a motorbike to hire as well as our transfer back to Tagbilaran pier for the ferry back to Cebu. I also organised a private boat to take us to the Balicasag Marine Sanctuary for P2000 (whole boat) plus entrance fee P250pp - if you need to rent a snorkel and mask it will cost you P150pp. There are many people trying to sell you a similar boat tour but even though you may save a little it looks to be very very crowded. This marine park is definitely worth the effort to visit. Even though this hotel has its drawbacks, I think that it is a good place to base yourself for a few days and is of reasonable value.
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Date of stay: March 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip:Deluxe room was clean and comfortable
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Stayed at the Hayahay, as far as Philippine hotels in outer provinces go its pretty good. I have stayed at hotels all over Philippines outer provinces and for the price range I think it's pretty good. I got a room with aircon and the aircon worked fine...only draw back was there was only a sheet in our room, no blanket. Service was friendly and the recognised us after a couple days and went out of their way to greet us everytime we passed by. It's right on the beach, but back far enough so the noise from the beach venues is not a problem.
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Date of stay: October 2013Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Internet didn't work. Wi-fi couldn't connect. Though you can use Jasz's (nearby restaurant) open wi-fi network at Hayahay hotel downstairs tables. Breakfast is quite small, but good to go. The most reach is American Breakfast (two eggs + two toasts + butter + two slices of ham + 1 banana + juice + a cup of coffee or tea). It costs 200 PHP unless it is included in your room rate. You can also try the European one (flakes + jam + fruits if I remember correct) for about 160 PHP and a few other options. Toilet sticks easily... Don't through anything into it, even a small piece of toilet paper. Soap and shampoo is provided, but smells terribly. Bring your own ones. Hairdryer is available for rent: 100PHP per day. Aircon is windowed, so a bit noisy.
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Date of stay: December 2011Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Nice room. Was charged 5% for paying with my credit card. Mastercard, do something about this. AC took a long time to cool, seems like there was a delay of 5 minutes for the AC to come on and took some more time to cool. Tiny aircon for the room. I requested specifically for them to not turn off the ac when i left the room as i was coming back immediately. To my disgust, they purposely turned it off. I dont mind conserving energy as I am mindful of that but make sure the ac doesnt take forever to cool. Also pricey at P2800 without view and with no breakfast. Lots of others down the beach with better value and far better service.
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Date of stay: December 2010Trip type: Traveled with friends
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