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Shaaz is a long-term traveler, surfer, and hospitality guy who’s spent years running stays and hostels in Dubai and traveling around the world. Along the way, one thing became clear to him: Sri Lanka was the right place to turn his island-life dream into something real.
The idea is simple. A beachfront hostel where comfort, community, culture, and coastal living all come together. A place designed for travelers, surfers, digital nomads, and anyone who loves a social but comfortable stay. Think private rooms, stylish dorms, open hangout spaces, a bar, a restaurant, and weekly activities that naturally bring people together.
This isn’t just about one location. The bigger goal is to slowly raise hostel standards in Sri Lanka and build a small chain of premium hostels across the island—each one focused on sustainability, strong community vibes, and real Sri Lankan coastal culture.For Shaaz, this isn’t just a business. It’s personal. It’s about creating spaces where people connect, surf, share stories, make memories, and actually feel the soul of Sri Lanka.
We’re currently in the construction and renovation stage and will be fully ready to welcome volunteers by 15th January.
Volunteering with us is the perfect way to experience real island life in a vibrant, friendly, tropical setting 🌞🌊 You’ll stay right on the beach, meet travelers from all over the world, and enjoy surf culture, sunsets, music, and community activities—while helping just a few hours a day.
This is more than volunteering. You become part of our island family.
If you’re social, energetic, and love connecting with people, this is the place for you.
We’re a new colonial-style beachfront property, currently being renovated, with a bar and stunning ocean views—built to be a relaxed, social space for both travelers and volunteers.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Self development
Technology
Fashion or beauty
Events & social
Culture
Charity work
Cooking & food
Music
DIY & crafts
Art & design
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Dancing
Water sports
Adventure sports
Beach
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Volunteering at our place is not just helping out ....... it’s a full island life experience.
You get real cultural exposure,,,,,,, learn from locals, explore the village, and see how life is in Sri Lanka.....
You can surf, join sunrise and sunset sessions,,,,,,explore beaches, and live outdoors every day.....
You’ll learn to cook Sri Lankan food, visit markets, and pick up new skills in the kitchen.
You’ll get better at hosting,,,,, talking to people, and practicing new languages.....
You’ll also learn how a hostel runs front desk,,,,, events,,,, bar,,,,, kitchen,,,, and daily operations.....
And the best part: personal growth..... New friends, ,,,more confidence, more independence, and a whole new lifestyle by the ocean.
Help
🌴 **WE ARE HIRING – NEW HOSTEL OPENING IN MIRISSA BEACH** 🌊
We’re opening a **new social hostel in Mirissa** and looking for **fun, energetic, and positive people** to join our opening team.
If you love the beach, meeting travelers, and creating good vibes — we want you.
### 🔹 Social Host
Create a friendly, social atmosphere at the hostel.
**What you’ll do:**
* Welcome guests and help them connect
* Organize games, sunset walks, beach hangouts
* Host evening social activities
* Help create fun vibes
### 🔹 Front Desk / Guest Relations
Be the first smile guests see.
**What you’ll do:**
* Check-ins and check-outs
* Handle bookings and messages
* Help guests with local tips and activities
### 🔹 Activity Manager
Plan and run daily hostel activities.
**What you’ll do:**
* Organize surf, whale watching, yoga, social events
* Coordinate with local partners
* Promote activities to guests
### 🔹 Yoga & Meditation Instructor
Morning wellness sessions for guests.
**What you’ll do:**
* Lead yoga and meditation classes
* Create calm and positive energy
* Sunrise or morning sessions
### 🔹 Morning Running Activity Host
Start the day with energy.
**What you’ll do:**
* Lead morning beach or village runs
* Stretching and cool-down
* Motivate guests to join
### 🔹 Content Creator / Videographer
Help us show the hostel vibe online.
**What you’ll do:**
* Take photos and videos of hostel life
* Create reels, stories, and short videos
* Capture guests, activities, beach, sunsets
*Phone camera is fine — creativity matters more.*
### 🔹 Surfing Instructors
Share the surf lifestyle with our guests.
**What you’ll do:**
* Teach beginner surf lessons
* Help guests feel safe and confident
* Work with hostel activity schedule
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### 📍 Location
Mirissa Beach, Sri Lanka
Start -Immediate / January opening
### 🎁 What we offer
* Free stay
* Meals (depending on role)
* Salary or commission (role based)
* Fun, social work environment
### 📲 How to apply
Send a short intro + position you’re applying for to
Languages spoken
Arabic: Fluent
English: Fluent
Hindi: Fluent
Russian: Beginner
Sinhalese: Beginner
Accommodation
At our hostel, we make sure every volunteer feels at home and truly enjoys the island lifestyle while being part of our community. When you join our team, you’ll receive free accommodation in a comfortable dorm bed in our premium beachfront hostel, along with access to all common areas, hangout spots and coworking spaces. You’ll live in a safe, social and clean environment surrounded by travellers from all over the world.
You’ll also get free daily breakfast, with fresh, local and healthy meals shared with the team and guests. It’s the perfect way to start your day before activities or volunteer hours.
Volunteers are welcome to join all our weekly events at no cost. This includes beach trips, sunset gatherings, yoga sessions when available, BBQ nights, open mic nights, workshops and any special activities happening during your stay.
As part of the hostel family, you’ll experience the full beachfront lifestyle and a warm, social community. You’ll meet people from around the world and still have plenty of free time to explore Sri Lanka and enjoy the island at your own pace.
What else ...
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
WE HAVE SUPER FAST WIFI
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
