Be part of a small Ecuadorian community and enjoy Surfing

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We are a new and small surf hostal and bed & breakfast looking for volunteers to help with general cleaning, garden, maintenance and guests. (at least one month). Hostal is directly on the beach and surf spot, we have kayaks and surfboards for rent. We love water activities, spearfishing, kayaking, etc, but surfing is our main activity. We are a family of 3 from Utah. We have a friendly dog named Flacco and a 17 year old son. We provide lodging and rental services to travelers around the world. We are also looking for muralistas.
Type of help
Gardening
General Maintenance
Cooking / shopping
Help in the house
Helping with Tourists
Art project
Help with Computers / internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are located in a small Ecuadorian community, where surfing, kayaking, snorkeling, spearfishing, hiking, biking, etc. are things your could do. There is also different islands, horse back rides, trekking and other water sports. Tours to Isla de la Plata and Machalilla on whale season and beach walk at Los Friles are very popular attractions as well. Transportation is frequent and economic (bus or taxi).
Help
Because we always have help from 4 volunteers, the work at the hostal is pretty easy. Everybody is easygoing and get along great, the hostal has a great atmosphere where strangers become friends. We need help with general maintenance, cleaning, errands, gardening and help with guests. We are also looking for help with a web design and marketing and muralistas.
Languages spoken
English and Spanish
Accommodation
We offer a shared room and breakfast. The volunteers room is showing in one of our pictures, its equipped with a full bathroom, 2 bunk beds, storage shelves and fans. Our volunteers have access to our installations and toys of course: swimming pool, surfboard, kayaks, ping pong table, movie room, etc.
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
Flexible work schedule, alternated between 4 volunteers, 3-4 days off per week, 18-24 hours per week

Photos

BUILDING WITH PRIVATE ROOMS AND POOL AT 3RD FLOOR

WE HAVE 3 KAYAS,TWO DOBLES AND ONE SINGLE.

WHALE WATCHING SEASON (JULY TO OCTOBER). THIS PICTURE WAS TAKEN FROM OUR TERRACE.

WE HAVE A PING PONG TABLE, DARTS, CARDS, CHESS, BOOKS, ETC.

WE HAVE A GREAT SELECTION OF SURFBOARDS FOR RENT.

BUILDING WITH VOLUNTEERS ROOM AND TWIN BEDS HOSTAL.

VOLUNTEERS ROOM- CUARTO DE LOS VOLUNTARIOS

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OUR POOL IS LOCATED IN THE 3RD. FLOOR, SO THE VIEWS ARE AMAZING!! A DEFINITELY WOW FACTOR FOR OUR GUESTS.

ENTERTAINMENT ROOM.

THE OTHER TERRACE

SURF SPOT RIGHT IN FRONT OF OUR HOUSE!!

ISLA DE LOS AHORCADOS. WE LIKE SPEARFISHING HERE TO BRING DINEER BACK HOME!

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14/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Tarra) for host

I stayed here for one month, and the experience far exceeded my expectations! There are two houses - the "backpacker" casita and the main house with pool - and the work is primarily taking care of the backpacker casita. Very simple and satisfying duties - cleaning, changing linens, handling guest check-in and check-out, some light gardening, and… read more

(Excellent )

05/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Luke)

Luke came only for one week and then decided to stay one week more and I wish he could have stayed longer with us. He is nice, responsible, hardworking, intelligent and helpful guy and I am more than happy he joined us and helped us here. He is very sociable and did great job with our guests and created warm and welcoming environment for them. It… read more

(Excellent )

04/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Luke) for host

Just finished a great few weeks. I initially booked for a week and a half but ended up extending by a week cos I loved it! The manager Petra is really friendly (as his her bodyguard dog flaco), the work is really easy and you only have to do a half day every 2 days so you get lots of time off! The hostel is in an amazing location near las tunas… read more

(Excellent )

10/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Petra)

Any workaway host would be extremely lucky to have Petra as a volunteer. Petra went from being a ordinary volunteer to completely running our hostel. She is extremely efficient in her work, intelligent, honest, and motivated. She is able to manage complicated tasks and make it look easy. She is able to take constructive criticism and create new… read more

(Excellent )

20/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Petra) for host

Well, I came for few weeks and stayed months. This completely new hostal located next to the beach with the best sunsets became my home and I could not leave. Owners Nidia and Jason are really kind, nice and easy going people. It was a perfect experience.

As a volunteer you are responsible for cleaning the house, watering gardens and taking care… read more

(Excellent )

10/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Amna)

Amna was an excellent addition to our hotel and it was a pleasure to have her stay and volunteer with us. She is warm, kind, thoughtful, and very easy to work with. Amna always had a smile on her face and had an innate ability to make everyone around her feel welcome. We wish Amna could have stayed longer with us and we would strongly recommend… read more

(Excellent )

08/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Amna) for host

This was my first workaway experience and it has set the bar incredibly high. I don't even know where to start! The hostel itself is in the sleepy coastal village Las Tunas, about 4 hour bus ride from Guayaquil and super easy to get too. The hostel is spread out between two buildings; one with guest accommodations, kitchen, bathroom and patio, and… read more

(Excellent )

20/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Soheil)

Soheil volunteered for us about 3.5 months and we wish he would have stayed forever. Soheil exceeded all our expectations as a volunteer. His work ethic was exceptional and he consistently did more work than was required. He had innovated ideas that helped make our hostel function better. He was courteous, respectful, and interacted with all of… read more

(Excellent )

19/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Soheil) for host

I arrived at this hostel without knowing what to expect. It was newly started and no reviews to be found either on Workaway or Booking. But after the first meeting with the family and the great reception I knew I had found the right spot! My initally agreed 3 weeks extended to an amazing 3 months of daily surf, friendships, chilling and… read more

(Excellent )

02/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Noushin (Fatemeh))

Nosushin stayed with us for about a month helping us with our hostel. Not only did she exceed all our expectations as an excellent worker, but she was a pleasure to have around. She was easy going and made friends easily with all the guests. She is self motivated, intelligent, and very easy to work with. We would strongly recommend Noshushin for… read more

(Excellent )

10/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Noushin (Fatemeh)) for host

I was welcomed with smile and a big hug! I spent three weeks volunteering in this beautiful hostel (which better to call it home instead). The owners Nidia and Jason are amazing people. Sincere and respectful. Always available if you need anything, flexible and easy going. They made my first ever volunteering experience so memorable.
The house… read more

(Excellent )

30/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Moss & Grace )

Moss was a pleasure to have as a workaday volunteer. Moss was hardworking, good with the guests, and super fun to be around. We would recommend Moss for any Workaway host. We miss you Moss and we hope you come back.

(Excellent )

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