Opening Hours
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Ambucao, Santiago
Ilocos Sur, Philippines 2707
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday : 8 am - 10 pm
Saturday : 8 am - 10 pm
Sunday : 8 am - 10 pm
Ambucao, Santiago
Ilocos Sur, Philippines 2707
COLIVING SANCTUARY AND CREATIVE RETREAT IN ILOCOS SUR
Aluminak is not a resort.
It is a regenerative coliving sanctuary along the coast of Ilocos Sur, a space where art, spirit, and purpose converge.
Here, creatives, healers, and seekers gather to reconnect with self, land, and community.
Rooted in ancestral values and built with sustainable design, Aluminak offers an immersive experience for those seeking balance between creativity and quietude.
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday : 8 am - 10 pm
Saturday : 8 am - 10 pm
Sunday : 8 am - 10 pm
Ambucao, Santiago
Ilocos Sur, Philippines 2707
What We Lost Was Material
What we Found Was Purpose.
On November 2025, a fire consumed our bamboo sanctuary in Santiago Cove. But it did not burn the vision. It revealed it. Aluminak was never a resort. It is a cultural renaissance, a movement, a living prophecy emerging from Ilocos Sur.
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A Global Community is Gathering Around Santiago
Carpenters, cooks, artists, elders, neighbors, travelers all standing together in quiet strength. From Ilocos to Berlin, from Manila to Mexico, people are rising to protect a place that has touched their hearts. Because Aluminak is not simply a destination. It is a story of land, people, and rebirth and you are now part of it.
THE "SariManok" PHOENIX BLUEPRINT
A typhoon-resistant, fire-resistant, ancestral-futurist restoration.
STRONGER STRUCTURES
Engineered bamboo frameworks
Lime-earth walls
Fire-safe systems
Climate-adaptive architecture
SACRED ARCHITECTURE
Engineered bamboo frameworks
Lime-earth walls
Fire-safe systems
Climate-adaptive architecture
COMMUNITY RE-ECONOMY
20% Local Equity Pool
Artisans, Elders, Cultural Keepers
Youth apprenticeship programs
Circular economy foundations
Together, we rebuild not just walls
but a future for Ilocos.
The Rebirth Portal Opens
A new chapter begins for Santiago Cove.
A chapter where the world joins the Ilocos community in rebuilding a home of art, culture, and regenerative tourism.
We invite you to stand with us.
40 Hectares of Destiny
Just minutes from Santiago, Candon EcoPark will rise as a cultural and ecological sanctuary, one of the most significant regenerative developments in Northern Luzon. A place of art, water, mountains, ancestral corridors, and a new model for rural world-building. Santiago is the spark. Candon is the horizon.
A Global Community is Gathering Around Santiago
Carpenters, cooks, artists, elders, neighbors, travelers all standing together in quiet strength. From Ilocos to Berlin, from Manila to Mexico, people are rising to protect a place that has touched their hearts. Because Aluminak is not simply a destination. It is a story of land, people, and rebirth and you are now part of it.
STRONGER STRUCTURES
Engineered bamboo frameworks
Lime-earth walls
Fire-safe systems
Climate-adaptive architecture
A typhoon-resistant, fire-resistant, ancestral-futurist restoration.
THE "SariManok" PHOENIX BLUEPRINT
SACRED ARCHITECTURE
Engineered bamboo frameworks
Lime-earth walls
Fire-safe systems
Climate-adaptive architecture
COMMUNITY RE-ECONOMY
20% Local Equity Pool
Artisans, Elders, Cultural Keepers
Youth apprenticeship programs
Circular economy foundations
Together, we rebuild not just walls
but a future for Ilocos.
The Rebirth Portal Opens
A new chapter begins for Santiago Cove.
A chapter where the world joins the Ilocos community in rebuilding a home of art, culture, and regenerative tourism.
We invite you to stand with us.
40 Hectares of Destiny
Just minutes from Santiago, Candon EcoPark will rise as a cultural and ecological sanctuary, one of the most significant regenerative developments in Northern Luzon. A place of art, water, mountains, ancestral corridors, and a new model for rural world-building. Santiago is the spark. Candon is the horizon.
ALUMINAK
We Are Not a Resort.
We Are a Cultural Renaissance.
A Creative Embassy
A sanctuary for artists, visionaries, and cultural guardians to co-create the new world.
A Regenerative Kitchen &
Wellness Hub
SIBOL. Glow & Flow. Agbiag Show Kitchen. Elixir Café.
Healing through taste, tradition, and multisensory experience.
An Ancestral Laboratory
Reviving Ilocano and Bago knowledge, precolonial intelligence, and indigenous design methods.
A New Model for Rural
Development
Circular economy.
Community equity.
Cultural preservation.
Global collaboration.
This is Aluminak.
A Home for Artist of the New World
Aluminak’s Artist-in-Residence Ritual (AIR™) invites local and international creators to build installations, stories, sculptures, and community programs that anchor Ilocos on the world stage. Here, every artist is a cultural keeper. Every creation is an offering to the land.
A Regenerative Kitchen &
Wellness Hub
SIBOL. Glow & Flow. Agbiag Show Kitchen. Elixir Café.
Healing through taste, tradition, and multisensory experience.
A Creative Embassy
A sanctuary for artists, visionaries, and cultural guardians
to co-create the new world.
A New Model for Rural
Development
Circular economy.
Community equity.
Cultural preservation.
Global collaboration.
This is Aluminak.
A Home for Artist of the New World
Aluminak’s Artist-in-Residence Ritual (AIR™) invites local and international creators to build installations, stories, sculptures, and community programs that anchor Ilocos on the world stage. Here, every artist is a cultural keeper. Every creation is an offering to the land.
A Message from the Vision Keeper of Aluminak
I built Aluminak to give rise to a community that has shaped
me since childhood.
A place where art, nature, and culture can heal, inspire, and transform lives.
The fire did not destroy our vision.
It awakened it.
What is reborn from this moment will be stronger, deeper, and more meaningful than the world has yet seen.
Join us as we rebuild not just a space, but a movement.
A Message from the Vision Keeper of Aluminak
I built Aluminak to give rise to a community that has shaped
me since childhood.
A place where art, nature, and culture can heal, inspire, and transform lives.
The fire did not destroy our vision.
It awakened it.
What is reborn from this moment will be stronger, deeper, and more meaningful than the world has yet seen.
Join us as we rebuild not just a space, but a movement.
Stand With Us
Be Part of the Rebirth
Together, we rise.
COLIVING SANCTUARY AND CREATIVE RETREAT IN ILOCOS SUR
Aluminak is not a resort.
It is a regenerative coliving sanctuary along the coast of Ilocos Sur... a space where art, spirit, and purpose converge.
Here, creatives, healers, and seekers gather to reconnect with self, land, and community.
Rooted in ancestral values and built with sustainable design, Aluminak offers an immersive experience for those seeking balance between creativity and quietude.
ENTER THE CIRCLE
Aluminak is not just a place, it is a pulse.
A living hearth where artists, seekers, and kin gather in sacred rhythm.
Here, creation becomes communion, and work returns to ritual.
The land speaks through the hands that tend it.
Born from a world learning to begin again,
this circle calls those who know that true purpose is presence—not productivity.
We don’t offer answers.
We open space for remembering.
Come not to escape,
but to return to a life designed with soul.
ENTER THE CIRCLE
Aluminak is not just a place, it is a pulse.
A living hearth where artists, seekers, and kin gather in sacred rhythm.
Here, creation becomes communion, and work returns to ritual.
The land speaks through the hands that tend it.
Born from a world learning to begin again,
this circle calls those who know that true purpose is presence, not productivity.
We don’t offer answers.
We open space for remembering.
Come not to escape,
but to return to a life designed with soul.
THE FOUR PILLARS OF ALUMINAK
Aluminak is more than shelter; it is a soul-designed ecosystem of regenerative hospitality. Rooted in Ilocos Sur, it bridges the ancestral and the emerging, the rural and the global, the personal and the communal.
From this living foundation rise four sacred pillars:
• Art, Culture & Community
We gather not just to create, but to remember—through ritual, story, and shared expression that foster connection across generations.
• Holistic Wellness
Well-being is our birthright. Here, healing flows through body, heart, and spirit with mindful practices that restore balance and presence.
• Entrepreneurship
We nurture purpose-driven ideas, rooted in local craft, circular economy, and rural innovation, to grow sustainable livelihoods.
• Sustainability & Environment
The land teaches us. We design with nature, protect what nurtures us, and walk gently for future generations.
Aluminak is more than shelter; it is a soul-designed ecosystem of regenerative hospitality. Rooted in Ilocos Sur, it bridges the ancestral and the emerging, the rural and the global, the personal and the communal.
From this living foundation rise four sacred pillars:
• Art, Culture & Community
We gather not just to create, but to remember—through ritual, story, and shared expression that foster connection across generations.
• Holistic Wellness
Well-being is our birthright. Here, healing flows through body, heart, and spirit with mindful practices that restore balance and presence.
• Entrepreneurship
We nurture purpose-driven ideas—rooted in local craft, circular economy, and rural innovation, to grow sustainable livelihoods.
• Sustainability & Environment
The land teaches us. We design with nature, protect what nurtures us, and walk gently for future generations.
THE FOUR PILLARS OF ALUMINAK
Activities may include:
• Meditation & Breathwork
• Sound Healing & Movement
• Yoga, Zumba, and Flow Arts
• Coral Reef Snorkeling
• Art & Craft Workshops
• Outdoor Movie Nights
Create lasting memories at Aluminak, whether for a team retreat, family gathering, or soulful celebration.Our events are surrounded by the natural beauty of Northern Luzon and enriched by meaningful rituals and creative expression.
Retreats, Events, and Creative
Workshops in Ilocos Sur
FARM-TO-TABLE CULINARY EXPERIENCE IN ILOCOS SUR
• Soulful Spaces — Open-air settings and artful rooms designed to inspire presence and play• Local Connection — Ground yourself in Ilocos Sur’s stories, flavors, and textures• Intentional Experiences — We co-create moments that honor both ritual and celebration• Sustainable Living — Every detail uplifts the land and supports local economy
This isn't just a meal; it's paghahain bilang dasal – an offering as prayer. Our chefs move with quiet devotion, layering each plate with silence and soul, embodying the "sacred rhythm" of Filipino ancestral cooking. The New Moon menu specifically calls in the old ways through unique, thoughtfully sourced ingredients like banana blossom, guava broth, taba ng talangka, and turmeric tears. Every bite is crafted to help you remember through taste, honoring the wisdom of the dark before the light.
Food is Ritual: THE NEW MOON MENU
Press play to experience the unseen artistry.
Step into a culinary journey unlike any other. Experience the essence of Aluminak Ancestral Ramen – a profound blend of Filipino heritage and innovative flavors. Our unique ramen reimagines health and tradition with ingredients sourced directly from local Ilocos Sur farms.
Click play to discover the story behind every bowl and truly taste the difference!
Filipino Heritage: ANCESTRAL RAMEN
REGENERATIVE RETREAT AND CULTURAL EXPERIENCE IN ILOCOS SUR
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• Soulful Spaces — Open-air settings and artful rooms designed to inspire presence and play
• Local Connection — Ground yourself in Ilocos Sur’s stories, flavors, and textures
• Intentional Experiences — We co-create moments that honor both ritual and celebration
• Sustainable Living — Every detail uplifts the land and supports local economy
Food is Ritual: THE NEW MOON MENU
This isn't just a meal; it's paghahain bilang dasal – an offering as prayer. Our chefs move with quiet devotion, layering each plate with silence and soul, embodying the "sacred rhythm" of Filipino ancestral cooking. The New Moon menu specifically calls in the old ways through unique, thoughtfully sourced ingredients like banana blossom, guava broth, taba ng talangka, and turmeric tears. Every bite is crafted to help you remember through taste, honoring the wisdom of the dark before the light.
Press play to experience the unseen artistry.
Filipino Heritage: ANCESTRAL RAMEN
Step into a culinary journey unlike any other. Experience the essence of Aluminak Ancestral Ramen – a profound blend of Filipino heritage and innovative flavors. Our unique ramen reimagines health and tradition with ingredients sourced directly from local Ilocos Sur farms.
Click play to discover the story behind every bowl and truly taste the difference!
MEET THE HEART OF ALUMINAK
At Aluminak, the land holds the vision, but it’s the people who make it breathe.We are a circle of passionate creators, culture-bearers, and quiet changemakers rooted in purpose.More than a team, we are stewards of something sacred—holding space, shaping experiences, and guiding each guest’s return to meaning.
THE HEART BEHIND ALUMINAK
At Aluminak, the land holds the vision—but it’s the people who make it breathe.
We are a circle of passionate creators, culture-bearers, and quiet changemakers rooted in purpose.
More than a team, we are stewards of something sacred—holding space, shaping experiences, and guiding each guest’s return to meaning.
FARM TO TABLE
At Aluminak, food is ritual—fresh from Ilocos Sur’s fields and shores, prepared with intention, and rooted in heritage. Each bite honors the farmers, the land, and the soul it nourishes.
More than farm-to-table, it’s earth to heart.
At its core, Farm to Table in Aluminak is a celebration of Ilocano heritage, showcasing the region's rich bounty and time-honored cooking traditions. It's an invitation to savor the true essence of Ilocos Sur, one delicious bite at a time.
FARM-TO-TABLE CULINARY EXPERIENCE IN ILOCOS SUR
At Aluminak, food is ritual, fresh from Ilocos Sur’s fields and shores, prepared with intention, and rooted in heritage.
Each bite honors the farmers, the land, and the soul it nourishes.
More than farm-to-table, it’s earth to heart.
STAY WITH US
This is not a hotel. Not a place to check in and check out. It’s a sanctuary that remembers you, even before you arrive.
Aluminak welcomes mid to long-term residents seeking simplicity, inspiration, and reconnection.
Wake to ocean rhythms, dine with purpose, and collaborate with kindred souls in a serene coastal town.
Live slowly. Create fully. Heal deeply.
Mid to Long Term Stays
Escape the ordinary and embrace the tranquility of Aluminak, where mid to long-term stays become immersive experiences. Imagine waking up to the gentle rhythm of waves crashing against the shore, surrounded by lush greenery and the warmth of the Ilocano spirit. Come, unwind and weave yourself into the fabric of this charming coastal haven.
AFFORDABLE LONG-TERM COLIVING IN ILOCOS SUR
This is not a hotel.
Not a place to check in and check out.
It’s a sanctuary that remembers you, even before you arrive.
Aluminak welcomes mid to long-term residents seeking simplicity, inspiration, and reconnection.
Wake to ocean rhythms, dine with purpose, and collaborate with kindred souls in a serene coastal town.
Live slowly. Create fully. Heal deeply.
Mid to Long-Term Stays: Live With Rhythm, Not Routine
At Aluminak, time slows down, inviting you to live not by the clock, but by the tide.
Here, long-term stays are more than affordable escapes; they’re soulful immersions into a life of meaning, community, and quiet transformation.
Wake to the lull of ocean waves. Breathe in the scent of bamboo and salt. Let the spirit of Ilocos Sur cradle your days in stillness and story.
Stay not just to rest… but to return, to yourself, to simplicity, to something sacred.
Our Spaces
Every corner of Aluminak is a living canvas, curated to awaken the senses and hold space for stillness, celebration, and creation.
Whether you're here to gather in ceremony, collaborate on art, rest in rhythm, or simply breathe, our spaces honor both your solitude and your connection.
Rooted in the land. Built with intention. Alive with possibility.
"Discover the Unique Spaces of Aluminak"
Our Spaces: Crafted for Soul & Synergy
Every corner of Aluminak is a living canvas, curated to awaken the senses and hold space for stillness, celebration, and creation.
Whether you're here to gather in ceremony, collaborate on art, rest in rhythm, or simply breathe, our spaces honor both your solitude and your connection.
Rooted in the land. Built with intention. Alive with possibility.
Our Offerings
ALUMINAK PASS
A day invitation for creatives, collaborators, and kindred spirits to co-work, commune, and celebrate. Come when you feel called, whether for ritual, rhythm, or rest.
FULL COURSE MEAL
Each day, our chef curates a full-course meal rooted in Ilocano heritage and the farm-to-table philosophy. Seasonal, mindful, and vibrant, every bite feeds both body and spirit.
ACCOMODATION
Our accommodations are more than a place to sleep, they are sanctuaries of sustainable living. Nestled in the coastal beauty of Ilocos Sur, each space invites you to slow down, connect, and immerse in local culture.
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coLIVE
coHEAL
coENJOY
coDANCE
coMMUNE
coCREATE
coLLABORATE
FOCUS ON THE ART OF BEING YOU
Our Offerings
NOURISHMENT FOR THE SOUL
Each day, our chef curates a full-course meal rooted in Ilocano heritage and the farm-to-table philosophy. Seasonal, mindful, and vibrant; every bite feeds both body and spirit.
SACRED STAYS
Eco-crafted sanctuaries in Ilocos Sur where mornings begin with birdsong, evenings glow with ancestral stars, and every moment invites you to breathe deeply and return to simplicity.
ALUMINAK PASS
A day invitation for creatives, collaborators, and kindred spirits to co-work, commune, and celebrate. Come when you feel called; whether for ritual, rhythm, or rest.
FOCUS ON THE ART OF BEING YOU
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coLIVE
coHEAL
coENJOY
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coMMUNE
coCREATE
coLLABORATE
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