Be part of a small community and enjoy surfing in Las Tunas, Ecuador

Ecuador

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22/02/2021
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Description
We are a new and small surf hostal with a cafe 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, two cats (Johnny and Cash) and a 17 year old son. We provide lodging and rental services to travelers around the world. We have a small cafe and we serve dinner and breakfast. We have been serving vegetarian meals during dinner and we average about 15 persons per night.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
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, laundry, gardening and help with guests. We are always looking for muralistas!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
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, lockers and A/C. Our volunteers have access to our installations and toys of course: swimming pool, 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
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Flexible 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.

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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13/04/2020

Left by Workawayer (Jana) for host

I have stayed in HP surf for around month and half and I loved every single bit of my stay.. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly always ready to help.. There is a beautiful beach very private with not many people there I absolutely loved to go for swim every day and to watch one of the many beautiful sunsets. Volunteering was very easy too..… read more

(Excellent )

30/03/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Keanna)

Keanna was an exceptionally volunteer and even a better person. We would recommend her 100 percent for any position. We are a small surfing hostel in Ecuador and Keanna was a perfect fit. Her work ethic is exceptional and she always had a positive attitude. She quickly made friends with our guests and other volunteers. She will be missed and we… read more

(Excellent )

12/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Keanna) for host

I had planned to stay at HP for three weeks but knew right away that wouldn’t be enough time. I ended up staying for 2 months and had the best time. There is delicious vegetarian food served daily and food trucks that come by each day with produce. If you want to go out the bus ride to montanita is only 30 mins. The beach is beautiful to watch the… read more

(Excellent )

27/01/2020

Left by Workawayer (Sebastian) for host

My apologies for not making a review before :(
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

(Excellent )

06/01/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Laura & Michael)

Hey guys. We had Mike and Laura stay with us for about a month. I would recommend them for any host. They were great workers, honest, and friendly. They are well traveled and are extremely good with guests. We hope to see them again.

(Excellent )

02/01/2020

Left by Workawayer (Laura & Michael) for host

My husband and I happily accepted a last minute invitation to do a month long workaway at this super relaxing, beachfront, surf hostel. The descriptions and reviews listed are really accurate. Our schedule was basically working 6 hours every other day. The work was busy some days and chill on other days. We did guest check in and check out, daily… read more

(Excellent )

19/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Philipp) for host

The perfect place to relax and ease your mind! Everyone is super friendly here, food is delivered to your doorstep, you can surf every day and there are plenty places to hang out.
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

(Excellent )

24/10/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Jonas)

Jonas was an excellent volunteer. He exceeded our expectations. One of the best cleaners we have ever had. I think Jonas would make a great volunteer anywhere; he is intelligent, fun to be around, and respectful. Safe travels, Jonas, and Thank you for everything.

(Excellent )

23/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Jonas) for host

This was my first Workaway experience and it was Just great.
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

(Excellent )

24/10/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Danielle & Ken)

Friendly couple with good energy.

(Excellent )

22/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Tarra)

We are really happy that Tarra spent with us one month! She is very positive, responsible and hard working person. Additionally she is amazing cook and we will never forget about her delicious dishes she prepared for us! She is very sociable so all our guests loved her! We had really nice time with her and we hope she is coming back soon!

(Excellent )

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 )

21/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Plengpai) for host

I volunteered there for 18 days. It's been my first Workaway experience ever! I have met such a nice people here. The hostel is located in a quiet, small town which I really like. The work itself is easy which was cleaning, change the bedsheets and some gardening. During the free time you can go surfing, diving, snorkeling, hiking or drinking… 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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