I very much appreciated that I was able to check in at 5am (free of charge) when my bus arrived in Baler, but beyond that kindness that was shown I have very little positive to say about my 4 day stay at Aliya Surf Hotel. No wifi in room, basic cheap beds, no mirror in bathroom (wtf?). There was a sign next to my door on the 2nd floor that said “Please Observe Silence” and then they had live music blasting until at least 10pm every night (and one night until 11pm). The walls are paper thin. It’s impossible to not be disturbed by that music if you are staying at the hotel and want to sleep early so you can wake up for early surf sessions. This place needs to decide which they are running here: a hotel or a music hall. In my opinion, it’s inconsiderate to try to do both.

I have only stayed once at Aliya but i would not have any second thoughts of staying there again on my next trip to Baler. The very relaxing view of the Pacific Ocean while having breakfast is one reason and the other is the very accomodating and friendly staff at the check in counter. For the price, your stay at Aliya is really what you paid for. Its not much of a five star hotel but you're guaranteed a clean room, clean beddings and linens, hot and cold shower and good working airconditioner. Food and drinks are reasonably priced and if you still want to taste other food, there are other places to drink and dine nearby, meaning, walking distance from the hotel. The hotel also has a group of surf instructors on stand by to teach you the basics of surfing for a fee and if you're good at balancing, you'll be able to surf after an hour. Overall, i'd rate this hotel excellent five and i hope it will syill be the same on my next stay there

I stayed one night with my family of 3 in a 3rd level room with 2 comfortable double beds. The open court design through to the inviting infinity pool & mesmerizing waves along the wide stretch of beach below provides a beautiful ambience by the ocean. In the evening, live music fills the air throughout the place.

Disappointments: high corkage fee for my bottle of white wine (white wine unavailable at resort)