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Help our local team welcome guests at a hostel in Uvita, Costa Rica

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  2024 

 Estancia mínima:  Al menos un mes

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  • Descripción

    Descripción

    Are you 21+ and have experience with hostels, traveling, or volunteering? Are you a free thinker who likes to take initiative? Do you know what its like to live with roommates or on your own? Do you keep a clean and organized personal space?

    Welcome to our Hostel, Uvita, Costa Rica!

    Located in the vibrant heart of Uvita, we’re surrounded by some of Costa Rica’s most beautiful landscapes—primary rainforests, stunning beaches for surfing, waterfalls, and a host of activities like hiking, zip-lining, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Plus, we’re close to fantastic restaurants, eco-retreats, and national parks, making this the perfect place to experience the best of the region.

    Our hostel is not just a place to stay—it’s an experience! Modeled after a ship, you can:
    - Practice yoga on our deck
    - Lounge in hammocks
    - Cook in the “galley” (our shared kitchen)
    - Bunk in your very own cabin below deck
    - Relax by the bonfire
    - Enjoy easy walks to the beach, grocery stores, waterfalls, banks, the bus station, and more

    We’re centrally located in town—convenient, but not quiet—so expect a lively atmosphere. We’re looking for volunteers who want to contribute more than just the basics. If you’re excited about improving our space, whether by painting, crafting, developing new systems, or organizing events, we’d love to have you! We want team members who are passionate and ready to bring fun, creativity, and inspiration to the hostel.

    While we do have a dedicated staff house on site, complete with its own kitchen and bathroom, we may also have 1 or 2 volunteers staying in the hostel alongside guests. This blend ensures you get the full experience of our community while still having your own space.

    Your first few days will be a trial period to make sure it's the right fit for both sides. If it’s not working out, we’ll give you at least 3 days to find your next place, and we’ll help you with the transition. We want the experience to be mutually beneficial.

    **Important: We are not a party hostel.**
    We’ve been open for two years, and 90% of our guests are in bed by 9-10 pm, gearing up for tours, yoga, or hikes early the next morning. Late-night partying until 4 am with a mess to clean up the next day has only happened when volunteers initiated it. So, if partying is your priority, this isn’t the right place. There are bars nearby for late-night vibes, but we ask you to be quiet when returning to the hostel. Most guests appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and a good night’s sleep.

    That said, we love fun—just the mellow kind! We enjoy music, dancing, yoga, board games, storytelling, and group activities. We focus on creating meaningful connections and making lasting memories.

  • Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    Proyectos artísticos
    Jardinería
    Construcción y bricolaje
    Cuidado de animales
    Cuidado de niños y juegos creativos
    Ayuda doméstica
    Hostelería/turismo
    Mantenimiento general
    Ayuda informática
  • Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    At our Hostel, volunteers will immerse themselves in the vibrant, multicultural atmosphere of Uvita. Our location allows for an authentic Costa Rican experience, from exploring the breathtaking rainforests, waterfalls, and beaches to engaging with the local community. You’ll have opportunities to practice or improve your Spanish, learn about Costa Rican culture and eco-tourism, and connect with guests from all over the world.

    You’ll also gain hands-on experience in hospitality, learning how to create a welcoming environment and manage the daily operations of a hostel. Whether you’re helping us with special projects, spending time with our daughter, or simply interacting with guests, you’ll develop communication and teamwork skills.

    If you have a creative side, there’s plenty of space for that too! We encourage volunteers to take initiative—whether it’s hosting an event, creating art, or developing new ideas that make the hostel an even better place for everyone. Our community vibe fosters personal growth and lasting connections, making this more than just a volunteer experience—it’s a chance to be part of our family.

    Plus, you’ll get to enjoy the natural beauty of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, from surfing to hiking, while learning about sustainable living and eco-conscious tourism.

  • Proyectos con niños

    Proyectos con niños

    En este proyecto podría haber niños. Para obtener más información, consulta nuestras directrices y consejos aquí.

  • Ayuda

    Ayuda

    We’re looking for volunteers who are ready to become part of something truly special. Our hostel is more than just a business—it’s a labor of love that Sander and Cristina have poured their hearts into. Every corner of the space reflects the care and pride we take in creating a welcoming, family-friendly environment.

    We value creating a close-knit, family-like atmosphere, and the hostel is a major part of our lives. Sometimes, volunteers help with daily tasks like cleaning and guest services, while other times, we find someone who is perfect to spend time with our daughter, who was born in April. Depending on the needs of the hostel and your skills, you might also be working in the garden, building special projects, or helping us complete our daily checklists.

    We ask for 25 hours of work per week, typically in 5-hour shifts, though many volunteers choose to work double shifts so they can enjoy more consecutive days off. While we don’t live on-site, we’re always just 20 minutes away and are involved every day, making sure our guests and volunteers feel at home. We often make the schedule side by side with our staff in staff meeting and do our best to accommodate everyone's needs.

    Being part of the family means joining us in a space that’s deeply meaningful to us. We love bringing people together, and we look forward to sharing this experience with you.

  • Idiomas hablados

    Inglés: Fluido
    Holandés: Fluido
    Español: Intermedio

  • Alojamiento

    Alojamiento

    We offer two types of accommodation for our volunteers. The first is our staff house, which features a large shared bedroom that can accommodate 2-4 people with two queen beds. The house also includes a staff bathroom and kitchen. While the kitchen is available, we prefer when staff enjoys cooking with guests and spending time in the main hostel areas to foster our community vibe.

    Occasionally, we may also have a volunteer stay in the hostel itself. If so, they’ll have a bed with a privacy curtain, a personal cubby, outlets, reading lights, and a locker. The space is air-conditioned and provides a sense of privacy once the curtain is drawn. However, we ask that the dorm remains a quiet space meant for rest, not for loud conversations or hangouts.

    We also share the space with our two small dogs and a cat. They are never permitted in the cabin sleep space but they do sleep in the staff house when they are there. These lovely animals, once street animals, are now hostel pets, always happy to receive cuddles and attention from our guests. Sometimes we take them home with us, but they are mostly here as part of the hostel family.

  • Algo más...

    Algo más...

    In your free time, there’s so much to do! Uvita is home to some of Costa Rica’s most beautiful attractions:

    Visit Marino Ballena National Park, famous for its whale-shaped beach
    Hike through the jungle to breathtaking waterfalls like Uvita Waterfall or Nauyaca Falls
    Surf at nearby beaches like Playa Hermosa or the National Park
    Go snorkeling or scuba diving to explore vibrant marine life
    Take a Whale Watching Tour
    Go Zip lining through the Canopy
    Enjoy yoga classes "On Deck" or at a nearby studio
    Sing at a local Karaoke Bar
    Play Volleyball with friends at the beach

    You’ll also find amazing local restaurants, cafes, and farmer’s markets offering fresh, organic produce and artisanal goods.

    Transportation: We’re centrally located in Uvita, so everything you need is within walking distance—grocery stores, banks, restaurants, and the beach. If you want to explore further, we offer bike rentals or there is a bicycle rental office close by as well, for an easy and fun way to get around. The local bus station is a short walk away, and if you need a quicker option, taxis are readily available.

  • Un poco más de información

    Un poco más de información

    • Acceso a Internet

    • Acceso a Internet limitado

      Acceso a Internet limitado

    • Tenemos animales

    • Somos fumadores

    • Puede alojar familias

  • Puede acoger a nómadas digitales

    Puede acoger a nómadas digitales

    We have a shared digital nomad work space with fiber optic internet and plug ins located on deck of our ship with jungle views.

  • ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

    ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

    Más de dos

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    Horas esperadas

    Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

Número de referencia de anfitrión: 135196788589

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