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Host rating
80 %
Last replied
22 Apr 2024
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Feedback
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Description
We are a small hostel on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica, near to beautiful beaches and surrounded by jungle and animals. We are running it with a lot of love and family vibe.
Our goal is to create a place for our guest to find a home away from home, even for a few nights.
We are looking for someone to help us with some reception hours, and attending guest questions and requests, all with a smile.
Other than that we are open to volunteers suggestions and help with any new project that will come.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The Caribbean side is beautiful, full of animals such as monkeys, sloths, frogs, raccoons and more.. beautiful clear water beaches and Afro Caribbean vibe.
You will get to explore the area, practice the language and meet a lot of people from all over the world that come through the hostel.
Help
Reception work - Guest checks in's, bike rentals, information about the area.
Attending guests questions and requests - information about tours and services.
We need someone that speaks English and Spanish, other languages are an advantage.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
We will offer a bed in a dorm.
Bed in a 9 people Dorms, Hot water shower, and a shared kitchen.
What else ...
Cocles beach located 500 meters from the hostel. It is a beautiful Caribbean beach with palm trees and wildlife.
It is also the local surfing spot so you can rent a board, take surf lessons or try SUP and kayaking.
There are different beaches along the shore; each beach has its own unique vibe and look. We recommend getting a bicycle and easily move from one beach to the other exploring the area.
Waterfalls, local tribes, wildlife and lots of Caribbean cultures make this place magical.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 239454832256
Feedback (30)
9 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Selma) for host
En principio debia quedarme 3 semanas y acabaron siendo 6. Es un hostel en medio de la naturaleza, con mucha calma y tranquilo. Esta a 10-15 min a pie de la playa y supermercados. Los voluntarios tienen la opción de usar bicicletas, lo que ayuda mucho para moverse por el caribe sur.
El voluntariado és agradable, recepción mayoritariamente y un… read more
El voluntariado és agradable, recepción mayoritariamente y un… read more
5 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Fiona) for host
Lo bien que la pasé en Madreselva no tiene palabras. Estuve solo 3 semanas porque ya tenía pasaje de vuelta, pero lo que hubiera dado por quedarme más! Fue mi segunda experiencia de workaway, y fue absolutamente increíble. El hostel es hermoso, tiene una vibra selvática y tranquila por ubicarse en Playa Cocles en vez de en Puerto Viejo (son 15… read more
6 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
The work is easy and the amenities are okay so nothing to complain. If you come here just remember that Puerto Viejo is even more expensive than other parts of Costa Rica.
thanks for the opportunity Sofi
thanks for the opportunity Sofi
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9 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Selma) for host
En principio debia quedarme 3 semanas y acabaron siendo 6. Es un hostel en medio de la naturaleza, con mucha calma y tranquilo. Esta a 10-15 min a pie de la playa y supermercados. Los voluntarios tienen la opción de usar bicicletas, lo que ayuda mucho para moverse por el caribe sur.
El voluntariado és agradable, recepción mayoritariamente y un… read more
El voluntariado és agradable, recepción mayoritariamente y un… read more
5 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Fiona) for host
Lo bien que la pasé en Madreselva no tiene palabras. Estuve solo 3 semanas porque ya tenía pasaje de vuelta, pero lo que hubiera dado por quedarme más! Fue mi segunda experiencia de workaway, y fue absolutamente increíble. El hostel es hermoso, tiene una vibra selvática y tranquila por ubicarse en Playa Cocles en vez de en Puerto Viejo (son 15… read more
6 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
The work is easy and the amenities are okay so nothing to complain. If you come here just remember that Puerto Viejo is even more expensive than other parts of Costa Rica.
thanks for the opportunity Sofi
thanks for the opportunity Sofi
10 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Vivian)
We are really grateful with Vivian.
The way she cared about the hostel and did all her tasks better than we could ask for.
She is a very nice person and her Spanish level is definitely Intermediate!
Plus, she made a super complete google presentation to help new volunteers, I don't know how I would do without it now.
In short, do not hesitate to… read more
The way she cared about the hostel and did all her tasks better than we could ask for.
She is a very nice person and her Spanish level is definitely Intermediate!
Plus, she made a super complete google presentation to help new volunteers, I don't know how I would do without it now.
In short, do not hesitate to… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Dylan)
Muchas Gracias Dylan!
Fue un placer tenerte con nosotros!
En todo momento dispuesto a ayudar, siempre activo en tus turnos y súper atento.
Los huéspedes, nosotros y los demás voluntarios agradecemos tu amabilidad y servicialidad.
Ya te extrañamos por aqui!
Fue un placer tenerte con nosotros!
En todo momento dispuesto a ayudar, siempre activo en tus turnos y súper atento.
Los huéspedes, nosotros y los demás voluntarios agradecemos tu amabilidad y servicialidad.
Ya te extrañamos por aqui!
(Excellent
)
21 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Dylan) for host
Mi primer experienca de Workaway fue al el sitio y esa supero todas mis expectativas que tenia de un voluntariado. El trabajo per se estaba super facil y la communicacion entre Sofi y los volontarios siempre ha sido muy facil. El lugar tiene una energia tan especial que me quede dos meses al puesto de las 3 semanas que havia prevvisto. La… read more
15 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Romane)
It was a pleasure having you here Roman!
The time we shared was always pleasant and fun, and in terms of work, you were super responsible, attentive, and very kind to everyone around you. You learned the tasks that were given to you super quickly and with great responsibility.
We felt calm and confident when you were in your shifts at the… read more
The time we shared was always pleasant and fun, and in terms of work, you were super responsible, attentive, and very kind to everyone around you. You learned the tasks that were given to you super quickly and with great responsibility.
We felt calm and confident when you were in your shifts at the… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Romane) for host
I have spent one of the best 3 weeks of my trip in this Hostel! I have celebrated Christmas and new year's eve with Sofi and Andres and all of their Argentino's friends and it felt like family. I have also found great friends in the volunteer group (a hug for Adriana, Pablo and Marc) and the times passed with Anita, Sofi and Andres were always… read more
25 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)
Caro!
It was a pleasure having you here. You helped us a lot and you learned everything very quickly.
Always willing to do the tasks and responsibilities that volunteering implies.
Thank you very much for your time here
We wish you the best
It was a pleasure having you here. You helped us a lot and you learned everything very quickly.
Always willing to do the tasks and responsibilities that volunteering implies.
Thank you very much for your time here
We wish you the best
(Excellent
)
22 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host
Volunteering in the Hostel was my first workaway and I am so happy that I got to spend it with the beautiful people I met there! Sofi and Andrés who manage and live in the hostel were so kind and welcoming to me. Sometimes we would sit together and talk but they also give you a lot of space for whatever you wanna do and you could always ask them… read more
16 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sofía)
Sofi es una excelente Workawayer y persona!
Siempre muy atenta a todo y responsable, ayudando a los huéspedes y a nosotros.
Fue un placer tenerla aqui y la recomendaríamos siempre a cualquier Host.
Gracias por todo Sofi! Te extrañaremos también!!
Siempre muy atenta a todo y responsable, ayudando a los huéspedes y a nosotros.
Fue un placer tenerla aqui y la recomendaríamos siempre a cualquier Host.
Gracias por todo Sofi! Te extrañaremos también!!
(Excellent
)
12 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sofía) for host
Ha sido una experiencia increíble. El mejor workaway que he hecho sin duda! Sofi y Andrés son los mejores hosts del mundo! Las condiciones de trabajo son perfectas, y el hecho de dejarnos usar las bicis gratis es un puntazo añadido. Mil gracias por todo chicos, les voy a extrañar tanto :) ❤️
15 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Phyllis)
Estamos agradecidos de haber tenido a Feli aqui!
Es una persona muy buena, amable, respetuosa, servicial y divertida!
La recomendaríamos siempre y nos encantaría tenerla por aquí nuevamente si en un futuro decide regresar.
Muchas gracias Feli !
Es una persona muy buena, amable, respetuosa, servicial y divertida!
La recomendaríamos siempre y nos encantaría tenerla por aquí nuevamente si en un futuro decide regresar.
Muchas gracias Feli !
(Excellent
)
15 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Phyllis) for host
Fue una experiencia genial! El hostal es muy lindo, muy tranquilo y no muy lejos del centro! Estoy muy agradecida por ese tiempo en el que conocí mucha gente buena. La pasé súper bien!
El trabajo en general es tranquilo también y los turnos rodean así que cada uno tenga que trabajar a horas diferentes durante la semana...
También hay una… read more
El trabajo en general es tranquilo también y los turnos rodean así que cada uno tenga que trabajar a horas diferentes durante la semana...
También hay una… read more
4 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
The hostel is a very chilled place, located in the jungle but still close to the beach (10 mins with a bike). The hosts Sofi and Andres are the friendliest people! Working here was so nice, I really enjoyed it!
16 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Audrey) for host
I spent 3 beautiful weeks in this heaven. The place is so chill and friendly. This is a paradise in the middle of the Jungle where you can spot monkeys and sloths. The beach is 10 minutes walking distance but you can also borrow a bike and explore the surrounding area. The job at the Reception is very pleasant, mostly welcoming the guests.… read more
9 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Irvin)
It was a pleasure having Irvin with us. He is a super respectful, kind and calm person. He is always willing to help with whatever is needed, or just to have a nice chat.
We would recommend him without hesitation!
Gracias por todo Irvin! Te deseamos mucha suerte, un gran abrazo!
We would recommend him without hesitation!
Gracias por todo Irvin! Te deseamos mucha suerte, un gran abrazo!
(Excellent
)
1 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Irvin) for host
I had a great experience here! andres & Sofie were very welcoming and definitely made you feel like family which I appreciated a lot. the work itself wasn't hard at all! the work was mainly just reception & sometimes sweeping out the leafs from the front areas. everyday felt like I was with family! the cleaning lady Anita who was also very… read more
27 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Theo) for host
I just had such an incredible time in this hostel. It was just so pleasant and none of the days felt like work the way we define it in Germany. It was such a relaxed atmosphere working with the other volunteers and with Sofi and Andrés. Sofi and Andres were just so friendly and really embody the lifestyle in Puerto Viejo. We partied together,… read more
9 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Astri)
Astri is a great girl!
Since she arrived she was super respectful and friendly with everyone around her.
She learned very quickly the tasks that she had to do and she did them in an excellent way. She always willing to help with a big smile.
It was a pleasure having you here Astri, we would gladly welcome you many more times and I would always… read more
Since she arrived she was super respectful and friendly with everyone around her.
She learned very quickly the tasks that she had to do and she did them in an excellent way. She always willing to help with a big smile.
It was a pleasure having you here Astri, we would gladly welcome you many more times and I would always… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Astri) for host
This was such an incredible place to work and community to be a part of. The work was straightforward and simple, and the people (both those staying and the other workawayers) were so great. I was there only 3 weeks but felt so much a part of the community it was difficult to leave!
The location is a little removed from town which meant there was… read more
The location is a little removed from town which meant there was… read more
8 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Corina)
Corina is incredible, the speed with which she learned to do the job and the responsibility with which she carried it out were excellent. Always making you smile or laugh, she is a very active person, she helped us a lot with the laundry too.
I would recommend it 100%. We felt totally confident when she was in charge.
Thanks Cory!
I would recommend it 100%. We felt totally confident when she was in charge.
Thanks Cory!
(Excellent
)
7 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Corina) for host
The hostal is super beauty, surrounded by amazing nature and animals, also has bikes to get easy to anywhere, super close to the beach by the way, work is super easy and chill to be honest and Sofi, the manager is just love and happines, full of pacient and open to help everyone. I'm happy to have worked in this hostal! 🤩 Much success guys! Los… read more
4 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Amy)
We have no words for Amy!
She helped us a lot during her stay here and very intelligent to understand everything super fast, during her shifts at the reception everything was perfect and she also helped us a lot doing laundry!
Very good company too and super fun.
She also took care of our kitten one weekend that we left :)
We fully trust Amy, she… read more
She helped us a lot during her stay here and very intelligent to understand everything super fast, during her shifts at the reception everything was perfect and she also helped us a lot doing laundry!
Very good company too and super fun.
She also took care of our kitten one weekend that we left :)
We fully trust Amy, she… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Amy) for host
I don’t quite have words for how special this place is to my heart!! I came after another Workaway in the Puerto Viejo area, so I already knew that I loved the area :) Sofi and Andres have the kindest hearts, and they really truly let you be a part of their home. The reception work was a great way to meet people and also work on my Spanish :) you… read more
4 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)
Alice thank you very much for your help, and for your immediate availability as soon as we contact you!
Very responsible with your shifts and always willing to help guests with whatever they need.
We wish you the best!
Very responsible with your shifts and always willing to help guests with whatever they need.
We wish you the best!
(Excellent
)
14 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Alice) for host
I spent 3 wonderful weeks at the place, with Sofi, Andres and the other volunteers who became great friends! It was a great experience, even if my job is around 30 hours a week, it goes by very quickly, there are times that are calmer than others, and you are never alone, there is always someone with whom discuss ! The hostel is adorable, there is… read more
4 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tommaso)
Tommi is a great person, always super kind, attentive and friendly with everyone, making everyone feel at home and bringing people together.
Very communicative and full of energy, he speaks many languages! So it was easy for him to have conversations with all the people around him.
Thank you very much Tommi, we wish you the best always with much… read more
Very communicative and full of energy, he speaks many languages! So it was easy for him to have conversations with all the people around him.
Thank you very much Tommi, we wish you the best always with much… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tommaso) for host
I wish words were enough to express how amazing my experience was. Started here as my first workaway and couldn't have asked for a better place. Started for 3 weeks ended up staying 6 weeks. Let's begin by the place: a magical place in the middle of the jungle, the atmosphere is just amazing, you get to know everybody and the workawayers became… read more
18 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrés & Giulia)
Andres!! It was a pleasure that your first experience with Workaway was with us!
We are grateful for all the help you gave us, always super attentive to the needs of the hostel and taking care of it as if it were your home.
And your company is very nice! You provide a relaxed and fun environment when you are around. Both for the guests and for… read more
We are grateful for all the help you gave us, always super attentive to the needs of the hostel and taking care of it as if it were your home.
And your company is very nice! You provide a relaxed and fun environment when you are around. Both for the guests and for… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Andrés & Giulia) for host
This was my first workaway experience, and based on the feedback my expectations were high.. However reality was much better than expectations. Here I was truly feeling happy. The home feeling that Sofi and Andres and Martin and Hagit (and Ari) bring to this place is amazing. Here you get to feel in family, you get to feel in peace. You can… read more
8 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Giya)
Recomendaríamos siempre a Gi !! Es una gran persona.
Nos fue de gran ayuda, sentíamos plena confianza cuando ella quedaba a cargo del hostel en su turno, sabíamos que quedaba en buenas manos. Y cuando no estaba en turno siempre estaba dispuesta a ayudar a sus compañeros y huéspedes con una sonrisa contagiosa y energía tranquila que hacia sentir… read more
Nos fue de gran ayuda, sentíamos plena confianza cuando ella quedaba a cargo del hostel en su turno, sabíamos que quedaba en buenas manos. Y cuando no estaba en turno siempre estaba dispuesta a ayudar a sus compañeros y huéspedes con una sonrisa contagiosa y energía tranquila que hacia sentir… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Giya) for host
Es fue mi primer experiencia como voluntaria y la verdad ahora espero que todas sean como esta! En principio iba a quedarme solo tres semanas pero fue muy difícil dejar el Hostel y la gente de así que decidí quedarme 3 semanas más!
El ambiente es hermoso, Sofi y Andrés que viven en el Hostel te hacen sentir parte desde el principio, igual que… read more
El ambiente es hermoso, Sofi y Andrés que viven en el Hostel te hacen sentir parte desde el principio, igual que… read more
2 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Alma Miriam)
Alma was a great company and companion during her stay with us.
She was always attentive to everything, very serious about her work and responsible for it. She helped us a lot with social networks too.
And during free time she kept us company and we shared dinners or went to the beach.
It was a pleasure having you with us!
If you come back we will… read more
She was always attentive to everything, very serious about her work and responsible for it. She helped us a lot with social networks too.
And during free time she kept us company and we shared dinners or went to the beach.
It was a pleasure having you with us!
If you come back we will… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Alma Miriam) for host
Aww... This was my first ever work-away experience and I honestly feel blessed, that it took me here.. I felt like home and welcome with easy comunication from the first contact and even more so arriving to this magical jungle hostel. I stayed short 3 weeks and it was an abrupt stop because of the C-thing of mine.. which made me honestly sad,… read more
14 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (VLADA)
Dear Vlada! We really enjoyed having you here, always with your fun and loving energy.
Always willing to help colleagues and guests in whatever is necessary and attentive to everything despite not being on her shift.
A hidden artist and of course a great chess player lol
We love the paintings and decorations that you have done in the hostel, they… read more
Always willing to help colleagues and guests in whatever is necessary and attentive to everything despite not being on her shift.
A hidden artist and of course a great chess player lol
We love the paintings and decorations that you have done in the hostel, they… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (VLADA) for host
So I have stayed here for 5,5 weeks instead of 3! And I would stay even more and definitely would come back one day! This is a very nice place in the jungle with home and family vibes. People were the best part of staying here! I wanna thank Paula, Hagit, Martin, Sofi, Andreas and Joanna for being such an amazing people! It was really a blessing… read more
23 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Paula)
It was a pleasure having Paula with us, she is a fast learner, nice, intelligent, and responsible.
She did mainly reception work, check-ins, check-outs, charges, helping guests with different issues, and handling the cash register.
We had full confidence in her during her stay and she did an excellent job, especially paying attention to details… read more
She did mainly reception work, check-ins, check-outs, charges, helping guests with different issues, and handling the cash register.
We had full confidence in her during her stay and she did an excellent job, especially paying attention to details… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Toni) for host
When I joined the place as a volunteer, it was mainly meant as a way to improve my Spanish and get to know the Caribbean part of Costa Rica. Little did I know that I would be invited into a heartwarming little universe, that Hagit and Martin created for themselves and every visitor who stumbles into their world. It is obvious how much love and… read more
30 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Chelsey)
Chelsey is super friendly and a good person. She was always active and ready to help us and the guests in whatever was necessary.
We love the yoga classes she gave us!
She also made some beautiful paintings in our hostel.
Grateful with her beautiful personality and her energy!
We love the yoga classes she gave us!
She also made some beautiful paintings in our hostel.
Grateful with her beautiful personality and her energy!
(Excellent
)
15 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Chelsey) for host
Martin, Hagit, Sophie and Andres are incredible people. They are kind, genuine and pleasant people to be around. I very much enjoyed staying at the hostel and experiencing Cocles. They are friendly and beautiful people who created a wonderful and enjoyable enviroment. The hostel attracts good people and energy. It's easy to feel a strong sense of… read more
30 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Ole became our friend quickly, always ready to do whatever it takes and with a fun and calm energy. Guests loved him too, he created a beautiful atmosphere in the hostel during their shifts.
Elena came to visit the last weekend of her stay, she was adorable.
We really recommend this beautiful couple and hope to see them again !
Elena came to visit the last weekend of her stay, she was adorable.
We really recommend this beautiful couple and hope to see them again !
(Excellent
)
17 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
i had a great experience staying at this project for 3 weeks, martin and hagit are great hosts and the place itself is lovely! the area has such a great vibe and it's a great place to stay if you like being surrounded by nature. how much you work varies from day to day, but there'll always be something that you can do and puerto viejo is just a 15… read more
12 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Agustin & Sarah)
Both Agustin and Sarah are very nice and friendly.
They learned the work quickly and were very helpful.
Organized, clean, and responsible people, that we enjoyed having around.
Agustin's cooking was definitely a plus that we enjoyed, from time to time.
Both liked to play with our son, which was helpful as well and nice to see.
We enjoyed… read more
They learned the work quickly and were very helpful.
Organized, clean, and responsible people, that we enjoyed having around.
Agustin's cooking was definitely a plus that we enjoyed, from time to time.
Both liked to play with our son, which was helpful as well and nice to see.
We enjoyed… read more
(Excellent
)
3 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Agustin & Sarah) for host
We don't have words to express our experience with Hagit and Martin, it was TRULY A WONDERFUL place to stay and work!
We stayed over a month there and felt part of the family straight away.
Thank you guys to have been so sweat with us, we felt very blessed!
We 100% recommend this place!!!
ps: HARI is the best character in Puerto Viejo!!! We… read more
We stayed over a month there and felt part of the family straight away.
Thank you guys to have been so sweat with us, we felt very blessed!
We 100% recommend this place!!!
ps: HARI is the best character in Puerto Viejo!!! We… read more
11 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Natalie)
Natalie is definitely a star and a personality.
Funny and super active person, that was always doing something to improve.
cleaning, painting, organizing, and helping out with our son are just a few examples.
she stayed with us for almost 3 months and helped a lot. learned the work fast and was happy to help with whatever was needed.
We enjoyed… read more
Funny and super active person, that was always doing something to improve.
cleaning, painting, organizing, and helping out with our son are just a few examples.
she stayed with us for almost 3 months and helped a lot. learned the work fast and was happy to help with whatever was needed.
We enjoyed… read more
(Excellent
)
11 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Guillermo)
Guillermo is a fast learner and an experienced traveler so he got the reception work really quickly.
He is helpful, organized, and responsible, and was always doing something to make the place cleaner and nicer.
Guillermo is friendly and was always happy to help our guests and people in general.
We enjoyed having him around and his help at the… read more
He is helpful, organized, and responsible, and was always doing something to make the place cleaner and nicer.
Guillermo is friendly and was always happy to help our guests and people in general.
We enjoyed having him around and his help at the… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Guillermo) for host
I spent 1 month helping Martín and Hagit. They are really nice characters who will make you feel part of the place/family straightaway. I joined them while they were doing barbecues with local friends and hanging at the beautiful Caribbean beach. The work is basic reception tasks and helping keeping the place nice and tidy. Location is great and… read more
11 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Carolina )
Carolina stayed 2 weeks with us and was very helpful, organized, and responsible.
For most of her shifts, she did extra work than what we ask for with cleaning common areas and making the place nicer to stay in.
Learned fast the work, and she is a very nice person and friendly with guests and people in general.
We definitely recommend her!… read more
For most of her shifts, she did extra work than what we ask for with cleaning common areas and making the place nicer to stay in.
Learned fast the work, and she is a very nice person and friendly with guests and people in general.
We definitely recommend her!… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Carolina ) for host
If you want to be in a peaceful place surrounded by nature and a 10 minute walk away from the Caribbean beaches, you should definitely apply for the volunteer position at Hagit and Martin‘s hostel.
You’ll work primarily at the reception and in housekeeping. There are three different shifts (morning, afternoon or evening shift) and there will be… read more
You’ll work primarily at the reception and in housekeeping. There are three different shifts (morning, afternoon or evening shift) and there will be… read more
19 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Jonas & Léa) for host
TLDR: I had a wonderful experience here, I recommend it 150%
I don't know where to start. I really felt at home. I ended up staying for over two months (instead of the required three weeks).
The location is amazing, you get to be in contact with nature, in the jungle, it's within walking distance from the beach and supermarkets (about 10min)… read more
I don't know where to start. I really felt at home. I ended up staying for over two months (instead of the required three weeks).
The location is amazing, you get to be in contact with nature, in the jungle, it's within walking distance from the beach and supermarkets (about 10min)… read more
11 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Emese Fanny)
Fanny is energetic and eager to help. From the first moment she wanted to learn the work and help with everything that needed to be done. Social person, was always nice to guests and staff. Responsible and a good addition to team. Thank you Fanny for your help!
(Excellent
)
24 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Emese Fanny) for host
I spent only 2 weeks in Puerto Viejo, I had to leave earlier for family reasons. But it was amazing! Hagit and Martin were super lovely and helpful. The work was pretty easy, I had to prepare the breakfast at mornings and sometimes take care of the reception.
The hostel is very cool, I had a comfy accommodation over there.
Puerto Viejo is a small… read more
The hostel is very cool, I had a comfy accommodation over there.
Puerto Viejo is a small… read more
11 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jillian)
Jillian volunteered with us for 3 weeks, and easily matched our family vibe. She was responsible and showed a good work ethic, leaving no task undone. She was always ready to welcome guests with a warm smile, and open spirit. Thanks Jillian for all of your help!
(Excellent
)
11 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jolanda)
Jolanda:
Jolanda stayed with us for 5 weeks and was an excellent addition to our team. Although we were initially hesitant to bring her on due to her age, we found her to be incredibly responsible, hardworking, and eager to contribute. In addition to fulfilling her reception duties, she also created a lovely painting in one of our community… read more
Jolanda stayed with us for 5 weeks and was an excellent addition to our team. Although we were initially hesitant to bring her on due to her age, we found her to be incredibly responsible, hardworking, and eager to contribute. In addition to fulfilling her reception duties, she also created a lovely painting in one of our community… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Patricia Alexandra)
Alex Volunteered with us for a month and became a part of our family in a second.
Beside her friendly, funny personality I can say that she reliable, responsible, and initiative. Our guests loved her and so do we!
she helped with creatives ideas for our new hostel, paid attention to every guest and helped with whatever we needed, most of the time… read more
Beside her friendly, funny personality I can say that she reliable, responsible, and initiative. Our guests loved her and so do we!
she helped with creatives ideas for our new hostel, paid attention to every guest and helped with whatever we needed, most of the time… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Patricia Alexandra) for host
Words can't describe the experience I had at the Hostel! For me it was a second home. The first time I was there as a guest, and then I ended up volunteering for more than a month! :) I would be still there if my travel urge wouldn't be in my mind. Being a part of the hostel was great, and Hagit and Martin are the most lovely people I have met on… read more
