Everything was just perfect! We stayed for three nights after we initially only booked one night, because we liked it so much. The atmosphere was great, with a huge common area (plenty of tables, sitting areas, balconies, all with thousands of lo ely plants). The host speaks very good English and helped us a lot. Rooms are super clean and large, very comfortable). Free water and coffee, plus kitchen area. All topped by an amazing view of the volcano. Also location was super good, lots of restaurants (amazing vegetarian philipino restaurant (Lakshmi food house) just 5-10min walk, a supermarket plus market nearby, you couldn't want for more.

Nothing, everything perfect

The location is well-situated a few minutes walk from a main street with a supermarket and restaurants. The guesthouse is lovely with lots of plants and open spaces with a view of Mt. Mayon. Staff is extremely accommodating (and arranged an ATV tour for us, made some excellent sightseeing suggestions for the limited time we had in the city, and also arranged our airport transfer); we had the pleasure of meeting the owner who was so nice and welcoming. An optional traditional Filipino breakfast (we had the homemade tocino) is served at your preferred time. Dine at Small Talk Cafe, just a 10-minute walk from the guesthouse, as it is excellent!

We were very happy here.

Fantastic hideaway to just chill and relax with very comfortable room with aircon and Netflix…simple kitchen was handy, and free tea/coffee was great. It is also close to supermarket and bakery.

It was difficult to locate staff at times to ask questions about transport and activities in Legazpi. We’re English speaking foreigners so imagine this would not be a problem for Filipinos.

The place has a homey vibe with very relaxing combination of lights and furniture. The linens and beddings were very clean and smells really good. The pillows were comfy and not too soft. The blankets were comfortable. The corners of every part of the house was really clean. No dark marks in the bathroom. Hot and cold, netflix and internet were all working. There are areas where you can sit and read a book aside from your room. There were common areas for coffee or tea. Everything was just relaxing, beautiful and perfect.

the whole Legazpi City was just full of trash dumped anywhere. 😔😔😔😔 I hope the LGU can work on this. It’s sad that as the city progresses, the thrash piles up without proper disposal

Very homey, we are tired from trips but the accomodation is very welcoming and we feels like home that we have a good rest..the ambiance is quite and with beautiful blooms of flowers in the terrace, lots of plants around...with ample parking slots for guest with vehicle..with free hot and cold water to drink in the lounge area..allowed to order grab delivery but we are not able to eat there since our schedule is roll at dusk then go back after lunch and recharge then at 5 pm we are on the roll again returning after dinner outside. The accomodation have more lounge area in any floor, there are lots of board games to enjoy...but we'd rather watch Netflix😆..Mother has no problem getting up and down the stairs...our unit has a separate backdoor entryway to the lower dining area..really we enjoyed our short 4 days 3 night stay at Balai Tinay Guesthouse..the staff are polite and helpfull.

The towels and beddings have strong scent of fabcon...im allergic to it..and I smell a bit of rust in the running water especially in first opening but as the water flows the smell disappear...the fridge in our room does not function..over all we enjoyed our stay at Balai Tinay Guesthouse

I did not have breakfast except the morning of checking out. I wanted a nice and easy breakfast, cornflakes cereals with fresh milk , just before I was leaving for my early morning flight. No problem at all , which Gerson happily got the table set for me , very early in the morning , like 4am.. Gerson is the trusted person, of BALAI TINAY. The lady proprietor (Gin) , is very accommodating and nothing is a problem at all. She did everything to make my stay as comfortable and enjoyable as it possibly can. They offer a personal service that you usually can’t find staying in big hotels . The whole of BALAI TINAY is a beautiful and delightful place to stay . You go up to the top floors to have a direct view of the incredible Mt. Mayon , the world’s most perfect cone.

The only thing that’s a minus is the road going to the property. It’s a little narrow that it could be just a little wider.

Balai Tinay has cute, homey feels. Met the owner who is really nice. It is very close to the centre. Great value for money

There's no elevator. My 96 y/o Mom has to climb 2-plight of stairs. Can't find the staff right away. I have to go up and down to look for the staff.

Breakfast at Balai Tinai reminds me of my childhood. My daughters love the longanisa. I love the smoked fish or tinapa.

What is challenging is driving the narrow street “iskinita” going to and from the place specially driving a big car. But if you’re an expert driver go for it!

It’s very cozy, spotlessly clean, with homey feels. Clean beddings, linens, and towels.

Not really disliked, however, be prepared to bring toiletries of your choice, tissues, handsoap. Another is the parking. available parking was only 4, though there are vacant lots to park, it is not owned by the guesthouse. Also be prepared, the road leading to the guesthouse is narrow.

Wifi! They also have a common area with microwave, fridge, and oven toaster. The location is perfect if you are planning a DIY trip since tourist spots are approx. 10-15 minutes away and Sorsogon City is more or less an hour of travel.

The streets on the way the guesthouse are slightly narrow but still would fit an SUV car.