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Hello fellow travelers, we are a beachfront hostel looking for volunteers. We are located in a small friendly community in a magical beach with a mountain rainforest as background. Ecuador is considered one of the most biodiverse countries and we are lucky enough to live surrounded by it. Wake up to a peaceful , friendly and chilling environment.
Yoga instructor program:
Please specify if your are interested in this position or the standard volunteer tasks. The yoga program has been designed to provide free sessions to our guests, volunteers and community members. Providing one morning and one sunset session daily.
12-14 hours maximum
1 day off
Standard volunteer position tasks:
Hostel volunteer responsibilities:
Help providing customer service, such as; welcoming the guests, check-in/outs, providing general information, WiFi, keys, instructions, etc.
Cleaning of the hostel, cafe bar, common areas, etc. including dorms, suites and tiny homes, sweeping, mopping, dishes, ovens, fridges, bathrooms, etc., meal preparation, organizing, maintenance and daily guests services and activities (at least one month commitment ). Hostal is directly on the beach and surf spot, we have kayaks, surfboards (for all levels) and stand up paddles available for our volunteers for free. We love water activities, spearfishing, snorkeling, kayaking, etc, but surfing is our main activity. We also provide yoga sessions and surf lessons. We are a family of 3 from Utah. We have a friendly wolfdog named Lobito, 4 cats (Cash, Sol, Chapito and Güero). We provide lodging, activities, tours and excursions to travelers around the world. We have a small café/bar and we serve dinner and breakfasts.
24 hours maximum per week
4 days off
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
House sitting
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are located in a small Ecuadorian community, where surfing, kayaking, snorkeling, spearfishing, hiking, biking, etc. are things you 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 6 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 cleaning, errands and help with guests.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
We offer free accommodation in a shared dorm with 6 beds, shared bathrooms and kitchen. Free breakfast is included in the program. The volunteers room has 2 terraces, lockers and A/C. Our volunteers have access to all of our installations and toys of course: 2 swimming pool, jacuzzi, surfboards, kayaks, ping pong table, movie room, etc. You will feel at home!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
The hostal has a special co-working space area for digital nomads. However, high speed internet is provided in all of our installations. In our 3 buildings and common areas.
Can possibly accept pets
We are 100% pet friendly and we welcome everyone who decides to travels with their furry family members. The only one rule, they have to be friendly with the other pets.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Feedback (16)
In the beginning, Nidia organized my ride from the airport to the hostel so I could feel safe arriving which I appreciated a lot.
The hostel itself is stunning with various beautiful hangout areas. My favorite hangout spot were the hammocks on the terrace… read more
The tasks were clear, well-organized, and easy to follow, making the work really enjoyable. A huge shoutout to Nidia and Iva—they are incredibly… read more
Its a really nice place close to the beach in a small Village.
Nidia and Jay where always friendly and easy to Talk with. :) the Work was fair and Not too much, it included doing breakfast in the morning for the guests and other volunteers, cleaning, doing Check in and Check Out, Looking after the property,… read more
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In the beginning, Nidia organized my ride from the airport to the hostel so I could feel safe arriving which I appreciated a lot.
The hostel itself is stunning with various beautiful hangout areas. My favorite hangout spot were the hammocks on the terrace… read more
The tasks were clear, well-organized, and easy to follow, making the work really enjoyable. A huge shoutout to Nidia and Iva—they are incredibly… read more
Its a really nice place close to the beach in a small Village.
Nidia and Jay where always friendly and easy to Talk with. :) the Work was fair and Not too much, it included doing breakfast in the morning for the guests and other volunteers, cleaning, doing Check in and Check Out, Looking after the property,… read more
I volunteered there for 2.5 weeks and the experience was awesome!! Such nice people every single one of them, you feel the relaxed vibe, good balance between work and time for surf and chill. The location is great!! just in front of the wave!! the volunteer room is very comfortable, and the internet… read more
In case you need some more action you can go and Party in Puerto Lopez or Montanita.
The surfboards you can use are good and there are Kajaks you can use too. A good… read more
Nidia, Jason and as well Chris are really nice, friendly and welcoming people, trying to Help with everything and made my stay really enjoyable. One of the best things I'lI guess is the free use of Surfboards and Kayaks as well the wonderful sight from the big House and the fact you're… read more
As a volunteer you are responsible for cleaning the house, watering gardens and taking care… read more
The house… read more
