Help us while enjoying wild life, sunsets, yoga and surfing in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

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12/12/2019
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2019

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Description
We are a Spanish colonial-style Hotel located 2 minutes away from the best surf point in Playa Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. The area is ideal for nature lovers, with breathtaking sunsets and world-class surf year round. Filled with wildlife and tropical gardens our hotel is the perfect place to unwind from the chaotic city, meeting world travelers and local people.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
General Maintenance
Cooking / shopping
Other
Help with Eco project
Help in the house
Helping with Tourists
Language practice
Help with Computers / internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Costa Rica is all about its wild life, national parks, warm blue oceans and astonishing landscapes. In our town you can learn how to surf or practice yoga with top class instructors, it is all about being more in touch with nature in a chill environment.
Help
It will be reception, hosting and manteinance work in a rotating schedule with a day off. Our reception opens at 8 AM until 10 PM.

The requirements are:

21 years old or older.
Three months minimum stay.
Fluent English and basic Spanish.
Smart phone with active WhatsApp (mandatory).
Some experience with customer service, or reception. The main idea is to make our guests feel welcomed, to answer their questions and to socialize with them.

We offer helpers 3 yoga classes per week for free and breakfast everyday except for Sundays.

Monetary compensation is agreed on a 5-6 month basis and paid by the end of the agreement, not before.
Languages spoken
english and spanish
Accommodation
Shared doorm for volunteers. Shared bathroom.
We can accommodate up to 5 volunteers at a time.
Free use of the kitchen and hotel ammenities (pool, yoga deck).
Breakfast from monday to saturday.
What else ...
Daylight starts here at 6AM so you have many hours to enjoy the beach, to surf, to do yoga etc. We have a local restaurant right on the corner of the hotel with reasonable prices, or you can use the Hotel kitchen to cook your meals from 11.30 AM until 8.30 pm. The supermarket is located 200 mts. away from the hotel. We have a public bus in town that connects you to the ferry. There is also night life happening, bars, bands playing music or even beach parties. SO much fun to discover.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
4-5 hours, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (19)

10/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Katelyn) for host

I stayed with Martin, Mery, Lupe, and the rest of the amazing team at Believe (too many to name, I love you all!!) for two months. Santa Teresa is a magical, secluded beach town with an energy like no other, and the vibe at Believe is no exception. The full-time staff and volunteers became like family to me at this home away from home, and for the… read more

(Excellent )

21/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Jemima & Harriet) for host

Mery, Martin, Lupe and the rest of the team - thanks for this awesome volunteer opportunity and for making our experience so much fun! It has been a real pleasure getting to know you all and we really hope to see you again somewhere in the world. What an amazing opportunity to have been able to connect with such an inspiring group of… read more

(Excellent )

13/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Alicia) for host

I stayed with Martin and the team for a month and had a great time!!! The location itself is amazing - close to the beach, surf, supermarket and all nice restaurant. Good stay in a spacious volounteerroom and availability to use kitchen whenever you like. Since the reorganization the hotel has got a very modern makeover and is even more beautiful… read more

(Excellent )

16/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Lachlan)

Lachlan Is a true gem! He was so attentive and polite to all our guests. Also very cooperative with the team. He understood the job immediately, don't hesitate to give him the job he will not let you down.

(Excellent )

07/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Lachlan) for host

this was my first workaway and I couldn't have been happier. I came to Central America to surf, meet new people and to learn the culture and language. The Hotel is situated in front of the best banks along the beach at Santa Teresa (La Lora), consistently good quality waves around head high and not that many in the water if you time it right. The… read more

(Excellent )

10/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Katarina)

Katarina has been an excellent volunteer, even though, it was her first volunteer experience she learned very quickly and was always willing to help everyone. We would have liked to have you more time with us, we will truly miss you, pura vida.

(Excellent )

09/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Katarina) for host

This was my first Workaway experience and it was the best one ever! I loved my stay in Santa Teresa and if I could I would stay longer.. Santa Teresa really is a wonderful place to which I will definitely come back!
The work at the hotel isn't hard, you just have to get into it. If you don't know how something works you can just ask and everyone… read more

(Excellent )

03/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (tanya)

Tanya is a very responsible and hands on person. She was totally committed to the job. She was able to fulfill her duties with flying colors and adapted to the environment from day one. The fact that she spoke spanish fluently was an advantage to our hotel. We are very happy to have shared time with her and recommend her to any host. Pura vida… read more

(Excellent )

01/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (tanya) for host

I can highly recommend working here. Vanessa is an excellent manager and will always be ready with help and advice on local information or if there are questions about the work. Santa Teresa is a heaven for surfers but also for anyone who enjoys swimming and running on the beach and the highlight is definitely amazing sunsets. Nature is all around… read more

(Excellent )

23/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Cemile)

Cemile stayed with us for 2 months, it was really sad to see her go. She is so responsible and nice. She kept are guests happy and what a team player she is. We wish her all the best in her next projects and don't hesitate to give her the job, she wont let you down :)

(Excellent )

30/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Lina) for host

I ended up staying 3 months here. It wasn't just a great experience, I found a family far away from home.
I highly recommend the Workaway to everybody who loves to surf. Santa Teresa is a paradise for every surfer, the town has a very special vibe and staying here means staying right in front of the best sand bank in town. Other than surfing the… read more

(Excellent )

26/09/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Stephanie)

Stephanie is a social person. She is responsable and has a great talent for art. During her 2 months and 1/2 stay with us she treated our guests with a very pleasant smile and made them feel always welcomed. She is team player and also a fast learner. We highly recommend her to any host. We wish her the very best in her next projects.

(Excellent )

01/09/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jimena)

Jimena is a spiritual, friendly and a very kind woman.
She did much more then an excellent job. She also brought her own initiative and creativity to our hotel and made beautiful art work to display in our place, she is very talented in the arts and crafts. Three months flew by so fast you will be truly missed.
We recommend Jimena to any host out… read more

(Excellent )

17/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host

This has been one of the most fun few months ever! All of the staff at this amazing place became family and I can recommend this place as a Workaway to anyone. Howler monkeys as your alarm clock, surrounded by gorgeous the Costa Rican nature, an amazing beach break so close to learn or improve your surfing and the best part are the people that… read more

(Excellent )

11/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)

Caroline was an absolute pleasure to work with. She stayed 2 months 1/2 with us.
From the get go she was part of our team. She is a happy, handy and responsible person that helped whenever it was needed.
We had a great time with her and it was sad to see her leaving.
Thank you Caroline; You will always be welcomed to come back..
Pura Vida

(Excellent )

19/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Priscilla)

Priscilla, this beautiful lady will always give you laughter.

She shared and enjoyed our team for one month. During Christmas and new year's eve she created a wonderful dinner menu for our guests. We all felt like family.

She is very responsible, a team worker, an entertainer and a hands on person with any needs or questions our guests had.… read more

(Excellent )

16/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Priscilla) for host

The attentive staff and charming hotel are top notch! This was my 1st Workaway and the opportunity surpassed my expectations. A plus was the guests this lovely place attracts. I had a lot fun doing my job and engaging with the guests - the vibe is friendly, "homey", and chill/cool! The setting geographically can't be beat either...gorgeous beach… read more

(Excellent )

10/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Embla) for host

I helped here for one month, it was my first Workaway experience and I was kind of nervous before. All that was for nothing because I felt so welcomed and so taken cared of. The job is easy and very nice, you get to know theteam and also the guests staying there. If you are interested in surfing or just want to live by a beautiful beach this is… read more

(Excellent )

09/12/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Embla)

Embla was part of our team.
As soon as Embla arrived she could not wait to start to work. She offered her help everyday. Embla is very responsible and a very fast learner. She kept us and our guests happy and helped in any situation.
Again, thank you very much Embla. It was absolutely a pleasure to meet you and we all wish you the best for your… read more

(Excellent )

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