We always go to Batangas because it’s near the Metro and we only go for an overnight stay. The owner of Balai sa San Juan is the owner of Balai sa Anilao as well as Balai sa Laiya (now Acuatico Resort).
We missed the resort by 15 kilometers we almost reach Laiya, which as far as the direction is concern we should have turned left at 6.7 kilometers right after we turned right from the Police Station. The reason behind this was the Arch of each Barangay in the road, the first two arch was present but when we looked for Brgy. Abung it was no longer an arch it was a different type of signage. Plus the resort signage itself is too small for people to notice, not eye-level also. The road was literally narrow but easy to follow. We reached the resort lunch time.
The Scenery
When I entered the property, I said “Oooh Temple Run….” It’s because of the wood bridges and brick walkways.
The place is so quiet, your voice will be echoed all over the place. You can hear the bird chirping the whole day. The sky is very clear.
But yes, there’s a bridge going to the clubhouse and other villas. The place is also a fish pond, they take care of different kinds of fish, I am not sure if they serving it to the guests. haha
They have 22 rooms all in all. The rooms were air conditioned and clean for you to sleep. The bathroom has hot & cold shower, but I didn’t use it cause it’s so hot.
The personnel were very accommodating, all of our requests were granted.
Since we checked in Sunday, we almost owned the place.
see? Temple Run it is. 
The Food and Facilities
This is the best part. The food is amazing. Check out my lunch.
I think that was: Yang Chow rice, Inihaw na Liempo, Mixed Veggies. They served soup and Sweet and Sour tilapia (I don’t eat Tilapia, so it’s not in my plate)
Here’s the lunch desert – almond jelly? haha
and the Kapeng Barako
All meals were served buffet style. Their clubhouse looks like a tree house.
I didn’t took photos of our dinner because I do not know, I was tired singing. hahaha They have a karaoke room.
They also have a billiard table, chess board, word factory, scrabble, and books if you got tired swimming.
They have complete signage on house rules.
They have foot wash so that no sand will be carried inside the clubhouse.
This was my second day breakfast.
Banana
I call this breakfast Tosilog: Tocino, Sinangag (Fried Rice), itlog (Egg). Complete with Tuyo (Dried fish), pancakes, bread, and fruits. Looks very yummy right? because it is indeed yummy!
My overall verdict for the food is 5/5.
The Beach
This is the sad part of the place.
Although the photo shows a very calm view…. The water has Jellyfishes
See the whites and blues swimming in the water? That’s the Jellyfish and it’s near the shore. You cannot swim in the water because of fear.
So we ended up catching them.
Then we headed to the pool instead. The people said that Jellyfishes are seasonal, sometimes they don’t exist, so I guess we were the UNLUCKY ones. haha
So my verdict for the beach is 2/5.
More views
The sunset.
The poolside.
The coconut trees.
The dawn.
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The sunrise.
I took a video of the entire sunrise. I was up around 5 am and waited for it.
The Chapel.
More temple run photos.
The fish pond.
The flowers.
My colleagues.
and me.
Ultimately, if you are looking for retreat I can recommend this place but if you are a beach bum I guess the place is not for you.
It is really more fun in the Philippines.
xoxo,
Sammy
Photos and post-edits: Sam | Camera used: Canon Powershot s90
thanksfor sharing this batangas beauty. more resorts to discover Batangas Resorts List
Laiya Beach Resorts
Bad. Very offensive staff coordinator they have in Manila.. Her name is edith and she has filthy mouth to us costumers she even said maybe we shouldnt go instead! all because im asking question about reservation and their office and suddenly she gets pissed and throw words at me.. im paying customer of course i needed to be sure since it was just a bank to bank transaction rigth?! if only i could report her to the management of the resort i will!.
Aww. That is so sad to hear. Customer should always be right.
haha taba mo na sam. cute mo pa naman sa profile thumbnail. sayang
haha this was last year and I really gained weight talaga because of my asthma. Will be posting the latest outing let me know kung pumayat na ko. LOL
The photo thumbnail is recent. =)
can’t believe that you could find this place just in Philippines, I enjoy every pic you post on this blog thanks
Wow! Thank you so much for liking the photos, I took it myself. Visit the place some time.
Too bad there were jellyfish! gah. Were you able to try their mangrove trip? 😕
No we did not tried it. We stayed in the clubhouse and sing instead. hahaha
Do you have the link of their FB page? thanks.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Balai-Resorts-Philippines/128166790577812
Thank you!!!