Aldejus Homestay

The location is really exceptional, it's basically like being in paradise, you just have to walk a little bit to get into the water. Other thing to note is the porch of the bungalows with two hammocks where we spent many hours. We also really liked the dining area, which was very close to the bungalows and right in front of the beach. I will definitely come back if I have the chance.

I was with two friends who normally eat a lot and we were a bit short on food; it would be nice to be able to order more food, even if it means paying extra. This is not the homestay's fault, but the boats that take you to and from the island do not have life jackets, so there is quite a risk in case of shipwreck.

This place is stunning! The rooms are gorgeous and the food is great. There is a man from the local village who came and took us on an amazing snooker right across the bay where there was the most amazing fan corals. The view is idyllic and the owner is very responsive, proactive and helpful. This place has a great feel to it. Great for kids!

Absolutely nothing

Aldejus homestay was a super positive experience for us. The bungalows are super nice: a great bed with a good mosquito net, warm water shower (which is rare!!) and a comfortable toilet. The room was spacious, clean and luxurious for the homestays. The town near Aldejus was nice to visit, the beach beautiful. The food was delicious every meal, freshly cooked with variation. The people were super friendly, helpful and accommodating (the cute dogs were a perk). We could buy beer, coconuts and soft drinks for very reasonable prices. We did our diving with Tarzan diving, which is a 10min boat ride away (a lovely commute). Overall: we loved Aldejus and would definitely come back, a 100% recommend!!

From the moment I booked to the ‘have a safe flight home!’ message as I waited to board my flight I could not fault the friendliness, warmth and care given by Aldejus homestay. I won’t say ‘staff’ because you will be staying with a family, who make every effort to make your stay comfortable. I stayed for two weeks in June/July 2024 as a solo traveller and was looked after like a visiting family member. When I needed an adaptor as mine broke, Alex sourced one that day - no charge! When I needed a marine park card or an ATM in Waisai, their son came to my rescue. Nothing was too much trouble. My room was cleaned every few days with fresh bedding as well, and as my trip was for diving (I highly recommend Tarzan Diving) I was treated to a generous lunchbox packed for me each day! Meals were tasty and varied, including a lot of local fish. The private bathrooms with hot water showers and electricity available from 6pm to 6 am each day were a bonus in comparison to many other home stays in the area. I had no issue with mosquitoes or rats, and enjoyed the powerful fan to sleep under. A bonus for me was the family’s dogs, all friendly and well behaved, helping me as I missed mine at home. I not once found any of their droppings in the common area and they are all fed and cared for. The house reef is wonderful to snorkel on, and a group of us also had a boat take us to Friwen Wall to snorkel - a must do! You can also organise to visit Mr Otto who is a conservationist of local coconut crabs. There are also couscous in the trees near the dining area. Each Sunday the beautiful sounds and sights of locals visiting church can be enjoyed and local children will wave, smile and say hello. I loved them teaching me a few Indonesian phrases too. If you want resort facilities - you are in the wrong place.

That I had to leave!

We are divers and chose Aldejus mainly due to its proximity to Tarzan Diving. The transfers were well organized and the communication with the hosts was good, although mainly through Whatsapp, due to the fact that the family speaks little English, but we didn't mind. We really loved the food and appreciated that they were able to cater to vegetarians. Lunch packages were prepared for the days on which we went diving. Western bathroom was also highly appreciated. The family was very friendly and made us feel welcome.

The lack of cleanliness was an issue for us. The beaches were quite dirty, due to a lot of trash being washed in from the ocean (which isn't the locals' fault and seems to be a seasonal issue) and lots of dogs running around and doing their business in the sand. So lying at the beach wasn't really possible. The tides are very strong so that also limits the time in which you can go snorkeling. We found a dead cockroach in our bathroom upon arrival and we also spotted a few rats running around the property (also in our room), although we heard this is an issue all around Raja Ampat. Also be aware that electricity is only available during the night, which again seems to be the norm in most places. The view was ok but I think there might be better ones in Raja Ampat. We found the transfer fee to get to/from Aldejus (800k per direction) very expensive, especially since it's only a 25-30min boat ride from Waisai. Also it would have been nice if someone had explained to us that communication would be via WhatsApp prior to arrival, so the only introduction we got was from other guests staying at the Homestay.

It's really nice to have a flush toilet after a few days in Raja Ampat. Compared to other homestays, there was plenty of food and a really good food. We also had a great day out to Piaynemo

Unfortunately, even though we had an incredible experience on the trip to Piaynemo, it's very sad to see homestay staff throwing trash and cigarettes into the sea in such a beautiful place. The island of Friwen is really very dirty and no one seems to care about it, the beach in front is covered in plastic, and we saw guys throwing cigarettes and plastic into the sea which is very sad and tarnishes the beauty of the place, which should be protected like a sanctuary

One of the nicer Homestays in Raja Ampat, food was great, very nice family. You habe Electricity usually the whole night to run the fan and load your electronics, whis is not a given in Raja Ampat! and own bathroom.

they really make an efgort and try to make it as hygenic as possible! You just need to know that even if the bungalows are nice, it is still pretty much outside, with all the pets and humidity of nature that entails.

Aldejus was great from beginning to end. The staff are lovely and the food was great throughout our four day visit. The accommodations were very nice and the private bathroom made for an easy stay. The rooms here are very nice and although not overwater, the rooms have a good view from the patio and there are only three bungalows here so it feels very private. There is a very nice house reef around the corner about a five minute walk away from the homestay. I strongly recommend Aldejus.

Lack of wifi can be frustrating if you don’t have cell coverage. Other than that we had no issues with Aldejus