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Last replied
1 May 2025
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UPDATE APRIL 2025: Currently looking for volunteers, minimum of stay 1 Month. From mid-May 2025.
Our hostel has 12 rooms and can support until 100 guests at the same time. It opened 8 years ago and is very well rated on all websites.
This is thanks to very nice installations of course but also thanks to our wonderful staff always concerned about guests enjoying as much as possible their time in Brazil.
We would like to share all this nice "carioca' atmosphere with workawayers preparing to spend some time in Rio. Our hostel is located in Leme, a very nice and safe neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. Then we ask our workawayers to share this same atmosphere with our guests.
Minimum 1 month
Types of help and learning opportunities
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Think about the best place to discover Rio de Janeiro and the cariocas!
This is the perfect place to introduce to travellers the Brazilian culture, beaches and wildlife but still staying in contact with people from all over the world and with a lot of comfort.
Staying just a few meters from the pacified and safe favela of Babilonia will allow travellers to discover the authentic carioca way of living. Only 10 minutes from Copacabana and near all interesting places in Rio.
Leme is a small and safe neigborhood where all Rio is resumed: culture, party, wildlife, beach, trekkings etc...
All this in the safest place of the city.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Help required in order to help tourist to appreciate as much as possible Rio de Janeiro and the carioca culture.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Swedish: Fluent
Accommodation
Comfortable room specially designed for travellers (staff room), with bathroom. Breakfast included, staff and guest kitchen available.
What else ...
5 minutes from the beach, 5 minutes from a colourful and authentic favela, 5 minutes from beautiful hikings and sight seeings. Volunteers will be able to enjoy their time off by foot or using public tranports nearby.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 234644997939
Feedback (53)
26 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Jyoti)
Energetic, hard working and fun. Jyo was an amazing addition to our team. From the awesome baking, fun dance classes, ad hoc bar tending, this is all in addition to the everyday reception/breakfast/night shift tasks that Jyo completely easily and very efficiently.
Would highly recommend to any future workaway host.
Would highly recommend to any future workaway host.
(Excellent
)
18 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Finn) for host
"Is this place any good?" Yes, is the short answer.
The long answer:
This was my first workaway experience, and man was it great. I stayed here for a month, and the work environment, location, and facilities were all top notch.
As someone on a solo trip (and first time in south America) it was super easy to meet people and make all sorts of… read more
The long answer:
This was my first workaway experience, and man was it great. I stayed here for a month, and the work environment, location, and facilities were all top notch.
As someone on a solo trip (and first time in south America) it was super easy to meet people and make all sorts of… read more
24 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Amber) for host
I loved my time at the place. Thibaut and Marielle are super sweet and inspiring people. The food, the colleagues, the facilities, the activities, the location, everything was beyond expectations. Rio de Janeiro is super beautiful and adventures city. I am super grateful to have had a home base here, it really felt like a home. I will keep these… read more
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(4.9)
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(5.0)
26 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Jyoti)
Energetic, hard working and fun. Jyo was an amazing addition to our team. From the awesome baking, fun dance classes, ad hoc bar tending, this is all in addition to the everyday reception/breakfast/night shift tasks that Jyo completely easily and very efficiently.
Would highly recommend to any future workaway host.
Would highly recommend to any future workaway host.
(Excellent)
18 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Finn) for host
"Is this place any good?" Yes, is the short answer.
The long answer:
This was my first workaway experience, and man was it great. I stayed here for a month, and the work environment, location, and facilities were all top notch.
As someone on a solo trip (and first time in south America) it was super easy to meet people and make all sorts of… read more
The long answer:
This was my first workaway experience, and man was it great. I stayed here for a month, and the work environment, location, and facilities were all top notch.
As someone on a solo trip (and first time in south America) it was super easy to meet people and make all sorts of… read more
24 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Amber) for host
I loved my time at the place. Thibaut and Marielle are super sweet and inspiring people. The food, the colleagues, the facilities, the activities, the location, everything was beyond expectations. Rio de Janeiro is super beautiful and adventures city. I am super grateful to have had a home base here, it really felt like a home. I will keep these… read more
12 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Joshua) for host
I stayed at this hostel for one month. After discovering that some volunteers had stayed for at long as 6 months, I had to see what the fuss was about!
It's a very well organised hostel, the volunteers and workers act as a family. It was a great opportunity to make friends... The owners are always available for a discussion about ways to improve… read more
It's a very well organised hostel, the volunteers and workers act as a family. It was a great opportunity to make friends... The owners are always available for a discussion about ways to improve… read more
1 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Marcelo) for host
Hice más de 20 voluntariados y sin dudas es de los mejores, hermoso grupo de trabajo, increíble el hostel y me gustó mucho la ubicación.
El desayuno es variado y abundante, y los turnos de trabajo son flexibles.
Me siento muy agradecido y bendecido de haber pasado un mes en este hermoso lugar, les mando mucho amor y un gran abrazo :)
El desayuno es variado y abundante, y los turnos de trabajo son flexibles.
Me siento muy agradecido y bendecido de haber pasado un mes en este hermoso lugar, les mando mucho amor y un gran abrazo :)
10 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Tore Kjaersgaard) for host
Tremendous pleasure to volunteer here; all credit for the great work environment and overall pleasant atmosphere goes to the owners, Thibaut and Marielle, their friendly fixed staff, and all volunteers that I had the pleasure of working alongside with!
I was originally supposed to stay for about 6 weeks, but ended up maxing out my visa for the… read more
I was originally supposed to stay for about 6 weeks, but ended up maxing out my visa for the… read more
13 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Mircea Constantin) for host
A big Thank You to Marielle and Thibault for opening their doors to people that want to volunteer and for creating such a good environment for everyone. I spent a month and a half, but it felt a lot more (not because of the work, but because of the experiences, the other volunteers, the carnival etc.). For sure, in the future, I will come back to… read more
19 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Álvaro Javier) for host
Este lugar es increíble, muy acogedor y con un buen ambiente, tiene todo lo necesario para pasar unos buenos meses si quieres, gracias a Thibaut y Marielle por la oportunidad, mis días allí fueron muy felices, el gym de la terraza, más las salidas por la playa y ciudad con los compañero y huéspedes, nunca terminas de pasar buenos momentos, todos… read more
31 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Álvaro Javier)
A huuuuuuge thank you to Alvaro who end up being a lot more than a volunteer.
Alvaro executed all his tasks perfectly and after a few days he offered us his help with all his hotel experience.
It was great as it permitted us to improve our service in many aspects and specially cleaning.
Alvaro is somenone very friendly, hardworking, organized,… read more
Alvaro executed all his tasks perfectly and after a few days he offered us his help with all his hotel experience.
It was great as it permitted us to improve our service in many aspects and specially cleaning.
Alvaro is somenone very friendly, hardworking, organized,… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Amanda) for host
I had the opportunity to stay with Thibault and Marielle for a month. The work was really so very reasonable and fun. They take your preferences into consideration when making the schedule which was really appreciated. We learned to make local cocktails and really know how a hostel runs.
The location was perfect. Close to the beach and stores,… read more
The location was perfect. Close to the beach and stores,… read more
21 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Yohji)
Having Yohji with us for more than a month was just a great experience!
He had everything we could expect from a volunteer. Punctual, hardworker, organized, sociable and always available to help us with all the tasks at the hostel. We wish Yohji could have stayed longer with us but he had to continue travelling and we wish him all the best. If… read more
He had everything we could expect from a volunteer. Punctual, hardworker, organized, sociable and always available to help us with all the tasks at the hostel. We wish Yohji could have stayed longer with us but he had to continue travelling and we wish him all the best. If… read more
(Excellent)
2 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Yohji) for host
This was my first ever Workaway and what a lovely experience it was. I got to learn new skills such as how to make a caprinha when I worked in the bar, learn how to make bread in the Night Shift as well as learning how to operate ethe reception area. in addition, the proximity to the beach makes it the ideal location to meet fellow travelers as… read more
22 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Rita)
Rita was the best we can expect from a workawayer.
Always in a good mood, happy and ready to help our guests.
She learned all the tasks we asked very easily and was confortable with all of them, never complaining of anything.
Rita, sorry for my late review, thanks again for all your help. Our door will always be open for you!!!
Always in a good mood, happy and ready to help our guests.
She learned all the tasks we asked very easily and was confortable with all of them, never complaining of anything.
Rita, sorry for my late review, thanks again for all your help. Our door will always be open for you!!!
(Excellent)
5 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Rita) for host
Gentxiiiii!!
I'm so happy I got the opportunity to stay at this place, thanks to you guys I met amazing people, felt so much love, got to know a little bit of Rio, got a little bit of a tan, saw amazing sunsets, tried real coconut water for the first time, learned how to make bread!!
Here you have a little bit of everything, a family, volunteers,… read more
I'm so happy I got the opportunity to stay at this place, thanks to you guys I met amazing people, felt so much love, got to know a little bit of Rio, got a little bit of a tan, saw amazing sunsets, tried real coconut water for the first time, learned how to make bread!!
Here you have a little bit of everything, a family, volunteers,… read more
14 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Raditya) for host
I volunteered here for 2 months. Thibault and Marielle are very kind and welcoming. I really enjoy the work and learn new things like baking bread and home made cake. The hostel itself is in amazing place with the rooftop bar and have the best view of the beach. I met many amazing people here, the guests & the volunteers.The hostel has the best… read more
6 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jazmin) for host
I was a month volunteering in this hostel and I really enjoyed everything about this experience. the hostel is beautiful, the tasks are pleasant (make breakfast, reception and attend the bar on the rooftop), we were 8 volunteers and every one in the hostel are super kind and happy people. thanks for receiving me, Thibaut and Marielle! I'm very… read more
12 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Johan) for host
Back to reality after more than 6 fabulous weeks at the place !
This high standards hostel becomes your « home away from home » at the moment you step in! The adorable family running the hostel and the full-time staff immediately made me feel comfortable when I arrived.
The main reasons why I would recommend you this hostel as a volunteer :… read more
This high standards hostel becomes your « home away from home » at the moment you step in! The adorable family running the hostel and the full-time staff immediately made me feel comfortable when I arrived.
The main reasons why I would recommend you this hostel as a volunteer :… read more
10 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Helena )
From the first day until the last day we can only say great things concerning our sweet Helena.
The best proof is that we did our best to keep her with us as long as possible. Perfect at all the tasks at the hostel (reception, baking, breakfast), amazing with the guests and our kids (out of her shifts), organized, friendly, respectfull, etc, etc,… read more
The best proof is that we did our best to keep her with us as long as possible. Perfect at all the tasks at the hostel (reception, baking, breakfast), amazing with the guests and our kids (out of her shifts), organized, friendly, respectfull, etc, etc,… read more
(Excellent)
28 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Aline ) for host
This was my first workaway and it was amazing! I even extended it for two more weeks and would stay longer if I could 😊 It is exactly as described in the previous feedbacks, good working environment, organized, respected schedules, 5 minutes from the beach, I met a lot of people and the hosts are also great! I went to the forró with Marielle and… read more
24 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Corentin) for host
Super patrons, super équipe, super guests, super ville....
A recommander à tout le monde ✌️
A recommander à tout le monde ✌️
28 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jordy Antonio)
Jordy came for 1 month and stayed for 4...! And so happy we were about that!
From the first day until the last, always the same guy, doing a super good job, responsible and fun, a brother!
Thank you for staying here...!
And, your bed is already booked for January (for another 4 months;).
Marielle QOB
From the first day until the last, always the same guy, doing a super good job, responsible and fun, a brother!
Thank you for staying here...!
And, your bed is already booked for January (for another 4 months;).
Marielle QOB
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jordy Antonio) for host
What can I say... Planned to stay for 1 month and stayed eventually for 4 months. Thibaut, Marielle and the kids really make you feel like home in this wonderful hostel in Rio. The hostel is located in a really safe favela only a few minutes walk from Copacabana beach. Besides the amazing staff that works here permanently there is always a really… read more
10 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Silas) for host
I've spend a total of 3 months in Thibaut's Hostel and it was amazing! The work was always fun and quite relaxed. If you have a problem, there's someone to help. It's located in a safe favela and never felt dangerous for me. The Copacabana is also close for a quick swim or just to relax. During my stay I've met a lot of interesting people that I'm… read more
13 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Timon) for host
My volunteer experience in this hostel was outstanding. The hostel itself is in a very safe area with only a few minutes walk to the Copacabana. The volunteers are a really mixed but nonetheless funny group and welcomed me with open arms. The work and the amount of work is really fair and I could choose freely at what days I worked because I… read more
10 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host
I stayed 6 weeks in total at Aguarela do Leme Hostel as a volunteer and definitely can say, I had the most wonderful time.
To be honest, at the beginning I really needed my time to get used to the working tasks, the language and the different shifts, but after some time I got used to the way of working and living there and it all started to feel… read more
To be honest, at the beginning I really needed my time to get used to the working tasks, the language and the different shifts, but after some time I got used to the way of working and living there and it all started to feel… read more
21 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Moujahid) for host
One of the BEST EXPERIENCES 🙏
This is not just a hostel, but it's a home! I've stayed at the hostel for 3 weeks, and I'd have loved to stay more, but I had my flight already booked.
Some reasons why this hostel is one of the best for guests and volunteers:
-15 mins away walk from the most famous beach in Brazil; copacabana beach
-Located in a… read more
This is not just a hostel, but it's a home! I've stayed at the hostel for 3 weeks, and I'd have loved to stay more, but I had my flight already booked.
Some reasons why this hostel is one of the best for guests and volunteers:
-15 mins away walk from the most famous beach in Brazil; copacabana beach
-Located in a… read more
20 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Kimberley)
Dear Kim... We are so, so, so happy that it worked out having Kim here with us. I remember that we had to cancel at first, a bed got finally free at last minute and she accepted immediately without any hesitation. We have only 1 regret: that she did not stay longer with us (at least 10 years!!! :)).
Kim is an amazing, smart, hardworking, organized… read more
Kim is an amazing, smart, hardworking, organized… read more
(Excellent)
8 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Kimberley) for host
Just one world : THANK YOU. It was one of the best experience in my entire life. I traveled in Canada, Hawaii, Mexico, Europe, Australia, New-Zealand... But this place, was just amazing. Marielle, Thibaut, Gugu, Bino, Ruben, Analucia and the others was a dream team. They were kind, warm, caring, always with a smile. Every day the energy I felt was… read more
27 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Megane & Florencia)
Meg and Flor,
Both of you are part of the very best volunteers we had at the place.
Great for the hostel, doing perfectly all the shifts we asked with a big smile and also great with our guests.
We usually prefer not taking couples as we noticed single workawayers integrate better but in your case it was never a problem. Difficult to integrate as… read more
Both of you are part of the very best volunteers we had at the place.
Great for the hostel, doing perfectly all the shifts we asked with a big smile and also great with our guests.
We usually prefer not taking couples as we noticed single workawayers integrate better but in your case it was never a problem. Difficult to integrate as… read more
(Excellent)
26 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Megane & Florencia) for host
A beautiful hostel with the most amazing views. Perfect spot in Rio, right by the beach but also close to everything else. There's a lot of different spaces to relax or work. The work shifts are very self explanatory and correct. The colleagues are super nice and always ready to have some fun. Shout out to the amazing hostel dog - Pipoca.… read more
16 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Alan) for host
After 10 months in Brazil and many volunteer jobs, I can certainly say that was the best time I had during my trip over there. The Hostel Staff made me feel part of a family from day one. The owners truly know how to give a cool vibe to the place they work at and the volunteer schedule is really fair. Best place to stay as a volunteer in Rio, no… read more
14 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host
My time here was so beautiful, and I would absolutely recommend this workaway to anyone! The instructions were clear and useful, as were the shifts - which was great for planning out when we could do other activities and make the most of being in Rio. The atmosphere in the hostel is genuinely so lovely, and I was able to learn a lot! Marielle,… read more
13 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Dora)
Dori, my lovely Dori!
This girl is one of our best volunteers we ever had!!!
Responsible, organised, kind, hardworking, teamworking...
I will really miss your cakes that I could find in my little Ali Baba box and our many night talks between sisters!
But who will miss you even more is Peio, walking up and down up and down the street, taking photos… read more
This girl is one of our best volunteers we ever had!!!
Responsible, organised, kind, hardworking, teamworking...
I will really miss your cakes that I could find in my little Ali Baba box and our many night talks between sisters!
But who will miss you even more is Peio, walking up and down up and down the street, taking photos… read more
(Excellent)
9 Feb 2021
Left by Workawayer (PERRETTE) for host
Merci Tibaut de m'avoir donné la chance d'experimenter le volontariat !
C'étais ma première experience de volontariat pendant un voyage et j'ai adoré !!! j'ai trouvé une nouvelle façon de voyager. Ton hostel est un vrai coin de paradis !!
Préparer un petit dejeuner pour les guest et apprendre à les connaitres, parler en français avec les enfants… read more
C'étais ma première experience de volontariat pendant un voyage et j'ai adoré !!! j'ai trouvé une nouvelle façon de voyager. Ton hostel est un vrai coin de paradis !!
Préparer un petit dejeuner pour les guest et apprendre à les connaitres, parler en français avec les enfants… read more
17 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Sonam & Sonam)
Sonam was a wondeful volunteer! We already miss him.
Always ready to help and in any way we asked him.
Kind, sociable, always happy and nice to all our guests.
He also offered his help for doing amazing fotos and videos of the hostel as he is ncredibly talented for this!
Thank you Sonam. The door is open and you will always be welcome here!
Always ready to help and in any way we asked him.
Kind, sociable, always happy and nice to all our guests.
He also offered his help for doing amazing fotos and videos of the hostel as he is ncredibly talented for this!
Thank you Sonam. The door is open and you will always be welcome here!
(Excellent)
29 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
This place is a beautiful home away from home, filled with a loving family, cheerful staff and a great volunteering environment. The atmosphere is very laid back, the group of fellow volunteers quickly became close friends and the overall experience is something that you don’t often find while traveling abroad. This is the perfect place to learn,… read more
23 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Ernestina) for host
Increíble experiencia. Llegue por 15 dias y me termine quedando 8 meses. El Hostel es hermoso, el ambiente familiar, el cafe de amanha, las comodidades de los espacios y la hospitalidad de Thibaut y Marielle fue mucha desde el primer momento que llegue. Me sentí todo el tiempo como en mi casa y así fue como adopte el lugar. Los niños Nils, Luic y… read more
21 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Mark) for host
Spot on place to volunteer. This profile is 100% accurate and I totally agree with all the positive reviews below. It's the best hostel I have been. Thanks Thibaut and Binho, you guys are awesome, and all the staff too!
17 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Luana) for host
This was for me my First Workway experience and It was Amazing, truly beyond any expectation. Thibaut is a very nice host, friendly and easygoing (the host staff is amazing as well). I had the chance to meet great people and Have great moments. The job Is nice and very Easy and I also learned a lot of things doing It. Truly a beautiful experience!… read more
2 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marie-Christin) for host
This was my first workaway experience and I absolutely loved it! Everybody at the hostel is incredibly nice and it did feel like home to me for the month I spent there. The work that needs to be done is easy but important and the way shifts are split and divided between the volunteers is perfect. The hostel is absolutely beautiful and I am missing… read more
27 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Anders)
Having Anders here was really great. Friendly, educated, sociable, hardworker, great pizzaiolo (the best pizzas we had at the hostel so far!) etc...
All staff loved him and missed him after he left (and specially the girls! :)).
Just kidding... Anders was a great volunteer that will always be welcomed at our hostel.
All staff loved him and missed him after he left (and specially the girls! :)).
Just kidding... Anders was a great volunteer that will always be welcomed at our hostel.
(Excellent)
9 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Anders) for host
Ending a long trip by trying working as a volunteer in a hostel. Had this place recommended as one of the best hostels that you can find and that also proved right.
Situated uphill on the edge of the peaceful favela Babylonia in Leme you find this place. An incredibly nice and newly build hostel with top facilities and a spectacular roof top. The… read more
Situated uphill on the edge of the peaceful favela Babylonia in Leme you find this place. An incredibly nice and newly build hostel with top facilities and a spectacular roof top. The… read more
13 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Fei) for host
I’m still on my way of traveling, but I’m very confident to say that in my past ten months traveling I spent my best time there.
At first, it’s a very nice hostel: good location, good design, clean, comfortable, convenient... and of course the best breakfast.
Second, the work is easy and interesting. It’s very well organized, so it’s easy to know… read more
At first, it’s a very nice hostel: good location, good design, clean, comfortable, convenient... and of course the best breakfast.
Second, the work is easy and interesting. It’s very well organized, so it’s easy to know… read more
5 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Fei)
Having Bian here was so nice and helpful. We were incredibly sad to see her leaving the hostel and hope to see her again soon. The door will always be open to her.
Bian was always very concerned about the hostel, guests, other volunteers, our dog Pipoca. She was doing every task perfectly and doing always more than we expected.
Friendly (or even… read more
Bian was always very concerned about the hostel, guests, other volunteers, our dog Pipoca. She was doing every task perfectly and doing always more than we expected.
Friendly (or even… read more
(Excellent)
10 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Joe & Sally) for host
This was our first work away experience and we loved it. Thibaut the owner made us feel very comfortable and at ease while training us in the different aspects of the work. He is such a great person! All the staff, the manager Binho, permanent staff Ernestina and Alcina were great. Although there was a language barrier with some staff, this was… read more
14 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tobias)
Having Tobias with us was really nice. Everybody will miss him here.
Tobias learned fast and did all shifts without any problem.
Friendly and always in good mood, Tobias socialized very well with other volunteers and guests.
We recomend Tobias and he will always be welcomed here
Tobias learned fast and did all shifts without any problem.
Friendly and always in good mood, Tobias socialized very well with other volunteers and guests.
We recomend Tobias and he will always be welcomed here
(Excellent)
24 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Bruna)
Bruna was a great volunteer for our hostel. We recomend her as a volunteer but as an employee as well. Bruna was always doing all the tasks seriously and with a big smile. She also always informed us about things that were wrong or things that we could improve in her opinion.
She had all the qualities that we can expect from a brazilian and it was… read more
She had all the qualities that we can expect from a brazilian and it was… read more
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Bruna) for host
Foi simplesmente maravilhoso. O hostel é lindo, grande, bem localizado e o trabalho é justo. Thibaut muito obrigada por essa valiosa experiência e por compartilhar da companhia da sua linda família e equipe de brasileiros. Vou sentir saudades. Com certeza voltarei em breve. Deixo com vocês meu coração. E que venham mais brasileiros!!!
7 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (alicetravels) for host
What can I say? Lovely place, good vibe, great people, and so on! Marielle and Thibaut really want their hostel to feel like home, and they manage to do it increadibly well. Communication with them is always easy, there is never any problem. Children, staff and other volunteers also participated in creating this super cool atmosphere.
I loved:
-… read more
I loved:
-… read more
22 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Esperanza) for host
Incrível, 5 meses de mi vida que jamás voy a olvidar, el hostal es increible, recuerdo cuando llegué y Marielle me recibió explicando todo y yo no sabia muy bien donde estaba, no imagine que ese lugar tan bonito en leme fuera a sentirlo como mi casa.
El trabajo es super justo, tienes muchísima libertad para poder escoger los turnos en los que… read more
El trabajo es super justo, tienes muchísima libertad para poder escoger los turnos en los que… read more
17 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Emil) for host
My stay here was absolutely amazing, and the reason for that is mainly the owners Marielle and Thibout, who both take great care of both their guests and their volunteers. The shifts vary, which means you do different things at every shift, and in that way the work never gets boring. In addition, you even have a say in which shift you want and… read more
29 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sandra) for host
Beautiful!
Writing this in the moment is awful, since it now have almost been two weeks since I left the hostel. This was my first workaway experience and I am so grateful I went to you, Marielle and Thibaut. I have learned so much during these couple of months ( yes, instead of 1 month and ended up staying for 4 months.:).
The work is simple… read more
Writing this in the moment is awful, since it now have almost been two weeks since I left the hostel. This was my first workaway experience and I am so grateful I went to you, Marielle and Thibaut. I have learned so much during these couple of months ( yes, instead of 1 month and ended up staying for 4 months.:).
The work is simple… read more
4 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniela)
One of the best if not the best!!! Daniela, thank you for being such a great volunteer!!!
Friendly, organized, hardworker, happy, compromised. Nothing wrong to say about you.
We tried to keep you longer but we understand you had to continue your journey. Please come back as soon as you can. We will always have a bed for you.
All here loves you!… read more
Friendly, organized, hardworker, happy, compromised. Nothing wrong to say about you.
We tried to keep you longer but we understand you had to continue your journey. Please come back as soon as you can. We will always have a bed for you.
All here loves you!… read more
(Excellent)
4 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Daniela) for host
I was very very lucky to have my first workaway experience with this host. Marielle, Thibaut and the entire staff are amazing and the place does feel like home (cute babies and dog included!). Working shifts are easy and very flexible, I've learnt a lot and really enjoyed my time in Rio. Also I always felt very safe in the neighborhood and my plan… read more
18 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Araceli)
Mi Araceli:heart:
Sintimos tanta falta de ti, y lloramos tanto... Nils te buscaba abajo llamando Ara Ara!
Muchas gracias por estar aqui con nosotros, LA MEJOR ajuda que podiamos tener!
Espero que vuelvas un dia, muy pronto!
Besos grandes,
Marielle, Thibaut, Loic, Nils, Pipoca, Binho, Alcina & Piupiu
"Ara locoloco" :)
Sintimos tanta falta de ti, y lloramos tanto... Nils te buscaba abajo llamando Ara Ara!
Muchas gracias por estar aqui con nosotros, LA MEJOR ajuda que podiamos tener!
Espero que vuelvas un dia, muy pronto!
Besos grandes,
Marielle, Thibaut, Loic, Nils, Pipoca, Binho, Alcina & Piupiu
"Ara locoloco" :)
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Araceli) for host
Fue mi primer experiencia en workaway y no pudo haber sido mejor :heart: Es un lugar increíble, con personas increíbles! me sentí como en casa y encontré una gran familia, no veo la hora de regresar! Gracias por tanto, estarán siempre en mi corazón. Extraño todo y a todos! un abrazo enorme, nos vemos pronto :heart:
18 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Virgile)
Helloooooo Monsieur Virgile!!
I didn't see your message until now... sorry.
Where are you in the world Virgile? Did you open your own hostel yet? :)
You have to tell us when everything is running and we come and visit you...!
It was really really nice to have you in the family and such a good job you did! THANK YOU!
Whenever you want to come… read more
I didn't see your message until now... sorry.
Where are you in the world Virgile? Did you open your own hostel yet? :)
You have to tell us when everything is running and we come and visit you...!
It was really really nice to have you in the family and such a good job you did! THANK YOU!
Whenever you want to come… read more
(Excellent)
18 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Virgile) for host
Helloooooo Family !!
I had a wonderful experience in this nice place full of amazing people !
I was there a couple of months till end of August, working with great team of volounteers after 6 months in South America.
Marielle and Thibault gave me a lot of feedbacks about their Hostel experience but also a lot of advices about managing an hostel… read more
I had a wonderful experience in this nice place full of amazing people !
I was there a couple of months till end of August, working with great team of volounteers after 6 months in South America.
Marielle and Thibault gave me a lot of feedbacks about their Hostel experience but also a lot of advices about managing an hostel… read more
6 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host
I loved working at the hostel. Actually, I enjoyed the people, atmosphere and hostel so much that I ended up staying even when my volunteering period ended!!
The place is very clean, lively in the day and quiet at night times so it's a real pleasure to live and work there. The job is mainly cooking, checking in and out clients, making beds and… read more
The place is very clean, lively in the day and quiet at night times so it's a real pleasure to live and work there. The job is mainly cooking, checking in and out clients, making beds and… read more
19 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)
What can we say about Xaxa... She left yesterday and we already miss her!
We could not expect more from a volunteer. Friendly, smart, hardworking, organized, and always working with a big smile. Even after she became a guest she still kept helping the hostel with everything she could; staying at reception, doing checkins, helping with the kids and… read more
We could not expect more from a volunteer. Friendly, smart, hardworking, organized, and always working with a big smile. Even after she became a guest she still kept helping the hostel with everything she could; staying at reception, doing checkins, helping with the kids and… read more
(Excellent)
13 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (LILIANA) for host
Me encantó este lugar, siempre lo recordaré como mi hostel favorito, vivir la experiencia de la favela es increíble y sobretodo siempre me sentí segura estando por ahí, extraño el café !!! El trabajo es sencillo y divertido, lo recomiendo totalmente! Saludos marielle y Thibaut, besos a nils y louic
7 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Wouter)
This guy is a 10! Just don't believe him when he says that he does a delicious microwave cake...!!! ;) ;) ...but together with the very good strong coffee he does it's ok!
Thank you W! And if you change your mind about going to Spain or Portugal you are welcome back to Rio!
SMM
Thank you W! And if you change your mind about going to Spain or Portugal you are welcome back to Rio!
SMM
(Excellent)
6 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Wouter) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and it coulnd't have been any better! I worked at the hostel for 1 month and it felt like a second home in another country. The work was fair and actually fun to do. It varies from making bread and cake for the breakfast to shake caipirinha's behind the bar. You'll definitly master your skills there. The… read more
7 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Gaston)
Thank you Gaston!! After 6 month it's impossible not to be part of the family. Thank you so much for everything you did, before we blinked it was just done! Loic misses you and "cortar" capas de pasaportes the whole day long, and I miss your garlic/onion bread!
I really hope that your trip to France will be nice, just tell me if you need any help… read more
I really hope that your trip to France will be nice, just tell me if you need any help… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Gaston) for host
I'm stay for 6 months so .. AWAZING TIME!! Yes this is the perfect world for describe my time whit Marielle, Thibau Loik and Nils, obviously Pipoca, Poket and hostel Team. The hostel is so beautiflu, cosy and all the time you are in your second home. Is so close to beach, markets, lines bus. Marielle she speak various lenguage, and help you… read more
7 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Pierre)
Thank you Pierre for your time here with us! I hope that your trip is continuing and that your hair stays short...;)
Hugs from the 4 of us!
M
PS. Today a friend of yours arrived here at the hostel, we already put him to work! ;)
Hugs from the 4 of us!
M
PS. Today a friend of yours arrived here at the hostel, we already put him to work! ;)
(Excellent)
5 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Pierre) for host
Hey, i been here almost 4 week, Marielle & Thibault are really nice and easy going person, the hostal have a good organisation, Nice rooftop, the breakfast was so gooood, homemade bread and cake ! I was There with other volunters with who i spend really good time with them and the guest. The hostal have great view and good location. Marielle… read more
17 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (María)
Maria sweet Maria! We miss you here! Always positiv, always helping, that's what the master wants ;)
I really hope that you liked living here with us and being Loics and Nils big sister. 2 days ago Loic took me to drive some car in the back of the breakfast...
Thank you so much for your work and kindness!!!
MM
I really hope that you liked living here with us and being Loics and Nils big sister. 2 days ago Loic took me to drive some car in the back of the breakfast...
Thank you so much for your work and kindness!!!
MM
(Excellent)
2 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (María) for host
I couldn't have ever asked for a better first workaway experience! I was here for two months and I so wish I could've spent more time in this place. Since day 1 everyone is so nice that you immediatly feel comortable and at home, because it's literally what it is: a wonderful second home in Rio. I'll never get tired of saying how much of a family… read more
17 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Mandy)
Mandy, it got really empty when you left! ...no more girltalk, no more singing in the kitchen and no more grandmothersbutterwaffles on the whole breakfast table (thanks god!!;)
I can see that you are having a god time on your next trip, keep going!
Thank you so much for your time here with us!!!!!!
Big kisses!!!
MM
I can see that you are having a god time on your next trip, keep going!
Thank you so much for your time here with us!!!!!!
Big kisses!!!
MM
(Excellent)
9 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Mandy) for host
At one point during my travel I was so sick of packing my bag every 2-3 nights that I wanted to stay put for a while. I could not have chosen a better place to do it! I enjoyed every minute of my time here. The work is not too hard and you have plenty of time to explore Rio. Don't see this workaway as a way to stay for free at a hostel. Be… read more
18 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Rohit) for host
I had the most amazing time workawaying here. Marielle, Thibault, kids and the dogs make such a wonderful family. I loved how they cared about the guests and volunteers alike that everyone feels at home from day 1. Each shift's tasks are well documented for the volunteers to ramp-up quickly and the owners are also super helpful and cooperative. I… read more
6 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Larissa)
Where do I start... Crazy Aussie Master Slave Larissa, COME BACK!!!!
(It's too normal here without you...)
No one is looking at the xxx serie anymore and no one is doing PAO de alho either!
So whenever you want, as soon as possible, come home! You are the best!
MM
(It's too normal here without you...)
No one is looking at the xxx serie anymore and no one is doing PAO de alho either!
So whenever you want, as soon as possible, come home! You are the best!
MM
(Excellent)
1 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Larissa) for host
Where do i start... this was my home for my first month of travelling solo through south america. Thibaut and Marielle we're so welcoming and friendly i couldnt have said no! From that day we became a family. Master Marielle taught me so much from making yummy cakes to ensuring quality strong coffee was a life and death matter haha! I felt so at… read more
30 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Sally)
My precious Sally, the Master is very happy that you are passing forward the coffee rules! ;D
I really hope that you are coming back one day, (and bring us Linda too…;)
Thank you so much Sally!
I really hope that you are coming back one day, (and bring us Linda too…;)
Thank you so much Sally!
(Excellent)
18 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sally) for host
Such a wonderful and unique hostel!!! I was there just after carnival for a few weeks and had such a great time with this family and the amazing guests that come through. It's the perfect place to spend some time in Rio, you will love your experience here!! Just don't forget to make the coffee nice and strong ;D Thank you so much for everything… read more
2 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Boban)
"HELLO BOBAN"! :)
Thank you for being 3 months here with us, we miss you and your Boban Bread!
"GODNIGHT BOBAN"! :) :)
Thank you for being 3 months here with us, we miss you and your Boban Bread!
"GODNIGHT BOBAN"! :) :)
(Excellent)
29 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Boban) for host
This place is amazing, full of happines and positiv vibes. Thank you for everything <3
19 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Brenda & Victoria)
Les extrañamos mucho........:heart:
Vico y la Bren son los mejores!!! Unos amores!:heart::heart:
Vico y la Bren son los mejores!!! Unos amores!:heart::heart:
(Excellent)
23 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Brenda & Victoria) for host
El mejor lugar del mundo :heart:
Llegamos por tres semanas y nos quedamos un mes y medio!
Son parte de nuestra familia y los llevamos en el corazón!
Nos vemos muy pronto, abrazo fuerte Caiú :heart::heart:
Llegamos por tres semanas y nos quedamos un mes y medio!
Son parte de nuestra familia y los llevamos en el corazón!
Nos vemos muy pronto, abrazo fuerte Caiú :heart::heart:
