Fun, friendly, self motivated travelers welcome to help in reception and grounds in Villa de Merlo, Argentina

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We are the largest hostel in Villa de Merlo, a small touristic town in the province of San Luis, on the border with the province of Cordoba. The hostel has been running for 8 years now and much of that is thanks to those who have volunteered here to help make the experience enjoyable. We pride ourself on great customer service and our friendly helpful staff. The idea here is to give you a fun experience and help you keep traveling through Argentina!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Cultural exchange is what shapes the experience here. Whether it is sharing music, painting a mural or participating in any of the operating roles in the hostel. We have a large garden and many permaculture projects including a composting system and recycling projects. This is a great opportunity to brush up on your spanish along with gaining hostel management experience, learn to operate a hospitality management system. Also you have the opportunity to learn about the plants and animals of the area. Most importantly you have the opportunity to interchange cultural experiences and make friends from all over the world.
Help
Depending on your individual skills, you will help with reception, park/building maintenance , or housekeeping. 5 shifts a week of 5 hours.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
You will get a bed in a shared dorm with sheets, and blankets. There is hot water 24 hours and wifi. Breakfast is included.
What else ...
On your days off you can go to any of the many creeks and waterfalls within walking distance or a short bus ride. Here there are many parks close by and and a bike path. The main street also has bars and restaurants with live music on the weekends. If you don´t want to go out you have lots of green space to hang out and play an instrument or read a good book.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
The camping area is a more secluded space next to our garden.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
25 hour per week

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24/07/2022

Left by Workawayer (Igor) for host

Hola! Hello, guys. Not bad experience at the beautiful hostel of Merlo, San Luis. I was treated well and good as well as I tried my best to communicate in Spanish to hosts, now I speak just a little bit better, sorry for my broken version of Spanish. We went to a lot of mountains during the whole month and I've been taught a lot by hosts about… read more

(Excellent )

11/03/2022

Left by Workawayer (Will) for host

It was so fun! What a great group of people, seriously. I was there for the month of February and I had a wonderful time. The work was relaxed and easygoing, the breakfast was yummy every morning, and the party never stopped. People were inclusive and friendly and I always felt respected. This experience made me want to live in Merlo, freal. XOXO… read more

(Excellent )

01/02/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Sebastian)

Por varios dias contamos con la ayuda de Seba y fue un placer el intercambio que se llevo a cabo! Estuvo muy bueno que vino con Pau, ya que ambos se adaptaron rapido a al funcionamiento del hostel, incluso en diversos horarios y diversas tareas (mantenimiento de parque, pileta, ayuda en carpintería, desayunos, limpieza y atención al publico). El… read more

(Excellent )

28/01/2021

Left by Workawayer (Sebastian) for host

Es realmente una casa. Se nota desde que llegas que hay un ambiente bueno y que todos estan ahi dando una mano!
Llegué los primeros dias de enero sin saber como iba a ser viajar de nuevo y salió todo bien 😁
El hostel necesita siempre una mano ya que es grande y tiene mucho terreno y una pileta algo grande 😎 .
El grupo de trabajo/voluntarios es… read more

(Excellent )

27/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Sebastián) for host

Quiero decir que este lugar es bellísimo!! Las tareas están bien distribuidas y una vez que te conectes con el lugar da placer hacer los encargos!
Todos los días salí a pasear por la hermosa Merlo junto a otros voluntarios o huéspedes. Todes son mis nueves amigues!! Los voy a extrañar demasiado pero sé que la vida nos volverá a cruzar!
Un abrazo… read more

(Excellent )

19/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Kevin Adriel) for host

Bellísimo tiempo el que pasé en el Hostal con ustedes. Las horas de trabajo bien organizadas de modo que nunca se superaron las 5 horas por día, sumado al hecho de que en 10 días tuve aproximadamente 4 francos. Las tareas a realizar se disfrutan y se puede aún conversar con gente mientras se trabaja. Un ambiente laboral ameno y distendido. Fuera… read more

(Excellent )

07/01/2020

Left by Workawayer (Simon) for host

I stayed two and a half weeks here in october 2019, it was my first workaway host. I would really recommand it. I had a lot of fun with Ernesto and Gonzalez and I met lovely people in the staff or the guests, even in the low season. Great place to calm down and improve your spanish.
It's a really chill place with beautiful nature not far away and… read more

(Very good )

14/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Jon) for host

Una experiencia increíble! El ambiente en este lugar rustico y acogedor a la vez es brutal! Desde el primer día que llegue hasta el ultimo mi relación con el resto de los voluntarios y sobre todo con Ernesto fue mas que positiva. El trabajo es ameno y mucho mas en ese entorno de naturaleza. Merlo es un pueblo tranquilo en el que los días libres… read more

(Excellent )

24/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Antoine) for host

I stayed in casa Merlo for two weeks during my trip across Argentina in 2018, and I can say now that it was the best experience I had in this country. The minute I arrived, I felt that I became part of a big family. The feeling in the hostel was like home : open discussions, no pressure, laugh everywhere and freedom. I regret that I stayed only… read more

(Excellent )

06/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host

The Hostel was my first Workaway experience and I have to say it was incredible! I spent 3 weeks there and I felt very welcomed since the day I arrived.. the hostel is big, surrounded by nature and very charming. Also it has a lot of pets, which I love hahahaha
Collin is a nice, good energy and easy-going person, and he and Ernesto are a great… read more

(Excellent )

02/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Rodrigo & Zsanett)

Zsani fue voluntaria por 5 meses. A cargo de tareas de recepción, limpieza y comidas comunitarias. Es una persona muy trabajadora, capaz y con un gran poder de adaptabilidad.

Rodri estuvo trabajando como gerente de albergue durante un año y medio, siendo responsable de las tareas de administración (recepción, facturación, gestión de existencias y… read more

(Excellent )

29/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Rachel) for host

Merlo is a great city, with fabulous nature right at your doorstep. I loved the fact that the hostel feels out in the wilderness even though it’s right in town. Good location to walk and get food or so on. Pretty laid-back place, there was one busy weekend while I was there - Easter weekend - which had lots happening into the late night. I… read more

(Very good )

16/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (IVAN) for host

This is the place to go!
I’m completely happy!
I spent 3 great weeks in Merlo.
When I arrived I didn’t know about the place and the work. But since the first minute I started to feel the atmosphere of the hostel. Very kind.
Collin is a nice guy. I also really like his family. They are very good people.

Merlo is the place to feel all the… read more

(Excellent )

10/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Charlotte & Léa) for host

Such an amazing experience !!! We spent 2 weeks there, the two last weeks of February 2019. The people working and traveling there were really welcoming. We had a really great time sharing every moment together. The work system is well managed. Moreover, if you like mountains landscapes and excursions, Merlo is definitively THE place to go here,… read more

(Excellent )

26/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host

I spent 3 weeks in the Casa in Merlo and it was an amazing experience! We have been a big group of volunteers -
mix of very different, individual persons - what made the time we spent together really interesting and great fun!! Also the staff-members have been very welcoming and are great people, who try to make you feel comfortable! When I… read more

(Excellent )

22/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Agustina & Kevin) for host

Conocimos este hostel como huespedes, y no dudamos en quedarnos como voluntarios! Desde que llegás te sentís como en casa. Merlo es un lugar lleno de energía que vale la pena conocer, y nuestra experiencia fue mucho mas placentera en este lugar. Estamos muy agradecidos a Collin, Rodri y Flor. El staff mas copado! El trabajo es muy ameno, y siempre… read more

(Excellent )

21/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Leonardo)

Leo stayed here almost a month and we really enjoyed his company. He has many interests, especially he likes cooking and we had amazing dinners all together. He is kind, curious, smart and resourceful, and got along very well with all the volunteers from the first day. No matter what he was asked to do, he did the jobs fast and well. He is a great… read more

(Excellent )

21/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Leonardo) for host

I have been almost a month here, my first Workaway experience (actually also the start of my trip in South America), and it has been a blast! From the very first day I felt at home and integrated in the big group of volunteers: we were, for most of the month, around ten people of mixed nationalities. The hostel comes with a swimming pool, a large… read more park, a beautiful quincho to cook and play music till late, plus Merlo has really wonderful surroundings. You will get the chance to go on gorgeous hikes and bathe in pristine rivers. The work is straight forward and not hard: for the most part I was cleaning the rooms and the common spaces, and helping David with construction (if you get the chance to meet this guy, you are lucky - he is a legend). You will interact a lot with the three coordinators: Flor, Maria and Rodrigo, wonderful human beings who will respect you and really bring the family vibe to the next level.
So, if I had such a good experience, why can't I give the hostel five stars? Throughout my stay I witnessed a few unpleasant situations between Collin, the owner, and a few other volunteers. If he does not agree with something, he has no problem kicking out people who had been part of the hostel for months. It's not necessarily that he is not a good person, but he has his strong opinions and at times communicating with him can be stressful. Plus, he does not seem to understand the basic needs of the volunteers: take into account that if you are going to work in high season all the rooms and dormitories are most likely going to be occupied by guests, therefore you will sleep in the galpon, a small, hot deposit room without bathroom, internet connection, lockers and windows (replaced by plastic sheets). It made me wonder more than once if the exchange (25 hours of work/week for bed and breakfast) was still fair, as the accommodation was not as you would expect in a hostel. But then again, I didn't complain because I was enjoying my time with the other people. To make a cheeky little metaphor: imagine the hostel as a gorgeous factory where you, the laborer, are enjoying your work; the owner is somewhat difficult, but the labor union managers (especially Flor) will help the mediation and make the environment better.
All in all, thanks again to the managers and to all the wonderful people I met. Suerte con vuestra vida!! <3

(Very good )

19/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Ella)

Ella stayed with us for one month, and we were really happy to have her. She´s always smiling, friendly and ready to a bit of extra work if she needs to.
Always upbeat and added a great spark to the group. Weather it was to up help with a meal or entertain the guest with they are defiantly up for the challenge.
Kind, humble and super funny... a… read more

(Excellent )

14/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ella) for host

I spent a wonderful month here in Merlo, enjoying the beautiful mountains and the beautiful people! It makes a home-away-from-home for travelers, and it's easy to feel like a part of the hostel family right away. When I arrived at the hostel I spoke no Spanish at all, and everyone was extremely patient with me as I learned to communicate more - I… read more

(Excellent )

06/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Antoine)

Antoine is are a really good worker. He is autonom, and always ready for helping. We can trust to him. He's like to share good moment in group, and have fun. He spent here 1 month, it was really nice to work with him, he is very professional and dedicated, I wish all the best to him and hope his achieve all their goals while traveling, good luck… read more

(Excellent )

12/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Karlina) for host

A bit late but better late than never ;) We spent about two weeks in Merlo and really enjoyed our time there. The work is pretty relaxed and there were many other volunteers around so we always felt welcomed and were able to improve our spanish skills. The place is really peaceful and surrounded by mountains and rivers so there is a lot to… read more

(Excellent )

12/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Carolina)

Caro es una persona increíble, estuvo con nosotros dos meses y medio aproximadamente. Compartir con Caro esta experiencia a sido muy nutritiva, además de su predisposición a las tareas y su compromiso creciente con el lugar y las personas que lo visitan se suma su alegría constante, su simpatía y su capacidad de integrar a los nuevos workaway que… read more

(Excellent )

08/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Carolina) for host

¿Por dónde empezar? Llegué a para quedarme unos días y me terminé quedando más de dos meses, regresé a Buenos Aires y luego de un mes volví nuevamente a voluntarear en el hostel. Así que sobre mi experiencia en Casa no queda más que decir que fue increíble; Flor, Rodri y María son excelentes coordinadores, compañeros y seres humanos.

Ya sea… read more

(Excellent )

10/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Richard)

Richard spent two month and a half with us and returned for another two weeks of volunteering. During this time he was a reliable worker and a good, friendly person to have around. He is kind, humble, a great human being. He is also a talented artist and we were lucky enough to have one of his paintings done on our quincho of which we are very… read more

(Excellent )

08/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Richard) for host

I spent almost two months at the Casa, and I enjoyed it so much that I returned for another two weeks. The atmosphere of the hostel is very friendly and welcoming. I went there speaking hardly any spanish and everyone there helped so much, especially with the lunfardo. The work was various, I cleaned the hostel, vacuumed the pool, did general… read more

(Excellent )

09/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Djana & Julia)

It was great to have Djana and Julia at the hostel. They where very efficente and hardworking. Always upbeat and added a great spark to the group. Weather it was to up help with a meal or entertain the guest with they are defiantly up for the challenge. I think that just about everyone who had a change to hang out with them has a positive memory!… read more

(Excellent )

09/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)

Emma joined us and volunteered for three weeks. Emma assistance with maintenance, cleaning and breakfast at the hostel during peak season.
Emma was on time, hard working, a team player and friendly, always happy to help guests when needed and quickly fit in our team and part of our family.
Emma is a kind and funny person, always upbeat and added… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host

Helping here was an amazing experience! If you get the opportunity to experience life in Merlo, this is the hostel to be at. The staff really do become family, and the dogs and cats. Location is nice, so plenty to keep you busy or if you want to chill, hammocks and a swimming pool are available. The work itself is fair and you get accomadation and… read more

(Excellent )

09/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Madelaine)

Madelaine joined us in January and volunteered for one month. Madelaine assistance with maintenance, cleaning and breakfast at the hostel during peak season.
Madelaine was on time, hard working, a team player and friendly, always happy to help guests when needed and quickly fit in our team and part of our family.
Madelaine is a kind person,… read more

(Excellent )

07/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Erica & Patrick)

Erica and Patrick assistance with maintenance, cleaning and breakfast at the hostel.
They were on time, hard working, a team player and friendly, always happy to help guests when needed and quickly fit in our team and part of our family.
Kind and super funny guys!!!
We would recommend Erica and Patrick without hesitation and wish you the best of… read more

(Excellent )

07/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Abbie & Chloe)

It was great to have Abbie and Chloe at the hostel. They assistance with cleaning and breakfast at the hostel during peak season, where very efficente and hardworking. Weather it was to up help with a meal or entertain the guest with they are defiantly up for the challenge. I think that just about everyone who had a change to hang out with them… read more

(Excellent )

05/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)

Tom joined us in January and volunteered for one month. Tom assisted with maintenance, cleaning and breakfast at the hostel during peak season.
Tom was on time, hard working, a team player and friendly; always happy to help guests when needed and quickly fit in our team and part of our family.
Really kind, humble and super funny guy... a great… read more

(Excellent )

27/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host

INCREDIBLE!!! - A MUST-visit town & Workaway - Merlo is the perfect passing point via Mendoza/Buenos Aires/Iguaçu!

I spent one month at Casa and I would have loved to have spent more time there, but Rio Carnival called.
Collin was a fantastic host, welcoming, easy going and accommodating to workawayers allowing a flexible schedule and has built… read more

(Excellent )

29/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host

Yo estuve de voluntaria en la Casa en noviembre del 2017. Si, recien ahora me pongo a escribir la recomendación pero creo que es mejor – después de todos los momentos del viaje valoro mas el tiempo que pasé en este hostel. Y ahora puedo decir que hay pocos lugares que tienen esa onda, donde la gente se vincula tanto y hace todo en cooperación. Y… read more

(Excellent )

06/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Franziska & Anna) for host

We came to Collins place as Last Minutes and actually just wanted to stay 2 weeks. Well we ended up to stay 1 1/2 month and left the place heartbroken.
We had such a lovely time there with the staff and the other volunteers. Thank you for everything! Thank you for the Spanish lessons, thank you for the Assado, the love, the fun, the parties, the… read more

(Excellent )

05/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Catherine & Taylor )

It was great to have Taylor and Catherine at the hostel. They where very efficente nd hardworking. Always upbeat and added a great spark to the group. Weather it was to up help with a meal or entertain the guest with they are defiantly up for the challenge. I think that just about everyone who had a change to hang out with them has a positive… read more

(Excellent )

12/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Catherine & Taylor ) for host

Where to even start? We had such an incredible experience working here for 2 1/2 weeks in January. The staff quickly became like a family to us, and we desperately wish our schedule could have allowed us to stay longer! It is a great place to learn/practice Spanish--most of the guests and staff speak it as their first language, and we found no… read more

(Excellent )

18/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Andrew & Kateri) for host

We volunteered at this hostel for two weeks and had a great experience. Work was 5 hours a day with two days off each week. Our work was a mix of cleaning and maintaining the hostel as well as some work starting the garden and laying a tile floor! There are always other volunteers and guests to hang out with. We did not speak much Spanish on… read more

(Excellent )

05/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Eliana) for host

I volunteered at this hostel for about two weeks in May of 2017 (oops I guess a review is better late than never!) and had a great experience. When I was there I worked for six hours per day, four days per week, and besides that was free to do whatever I wanted. The work usually involved cleaning was always quite reasonable. There were always… read more

(Excellent )

18/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Royman) for host

Estuve tres semanas trabajando como voluntario en la parte de mantenimiento y limpieza. Ya había visitado este lugar en calidad de huésped, pero ser voluntario fue una experiencia totalmente diferente. Son una gran familia, las tareas están muy bien organizadas, uno disfruta enormemente de estar allí y de ser parte de esa familia. La verdad, muy… read more

(Excellent )

16/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Guillermo) for host

Este Hostel es realmente un hogar, y correspondientemente habita en el una gran familia. El lugar es tuyo, desde el dueño, los empleados, los amigos locales, hasta los otros voluntarios e incluso los huéspedes, te hacen sentir que perteneces así, est es mágico.

(Excellent )

21/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Florencia) for host

Tuve la oportunidad de ser parte de la experiencia el hostal, y debo decir que es un maravilloso lugar, confortable, amplio y la gente del staff siempre esta predispuesta a hacer que tu paso por el lugar sea disfrutable y calido. Edtoy muy agradecida y sin dudas es un lugar para visitar! Abrazos de corazon!

(Excellent )

17/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Florencia)

Compartir con Flor esta experiencia a sido muy nutritiva, además de su predisposición a las tareas y su compromiso creciente con el lugar y las personas que lo visitan se suma su alegría constante, su simpatía y su capacidad de integrar a los nuevos workaway que iban llegando. Muy linda experiencia!!! Hasta siempre, las puertas están abiertas… read more

(Excellent )

14/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Lars Gustav & Agnes) for host

Thank you so much! You're all amazing :-) We volunteered at the hostel for three weeks during our trip through Central- and South-America. It became stay we would never be without. The amount of work is fair and not too challenging. They treated us as equals rather than employees, and almost everyday was a feast! Asados and shared dinners where… read more

(Excellent )

05/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Lars Gustav & Agnes)

Agnes y Lars son una pareja encantadora! Excelentes en sus labores, siempre muy predispuesto y pro-activos. Un ejemplo de lo que es ser un workaway. Fue un enorme placer tenerlos en Casa, muy cariñosos y amigables. La verdad que estamos muy felices del intercambio. Ojala vuelvan pronto. Muy recomendables!!!

(Excellent )

11/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Eva Lila & Mathilde) for host

THANK YOU SO MUCH !
It was amazing to stay with you guys and share all this moment in this beautiful and awesome hostel.
We found new house and new family with you
We recommande this place for everyone, it's pretty, funny and definitly peacefull.
Take care, this place it's a trap, it's paradise !

10000 kisses, we hope come back on day.

(Excellent )

05/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Eva Lila & Mathilde)

Las tres Francesas mas lindas del planeta!!!! Recibimos a Ju, Matú y Eva durante varias semanas! Su compañía fue de lo más divertida y alegre. Son un trío maravilloso. Muy responsables en todas las tareas emprendidas y muy versátiles!!! Son amantes de los desafíos y lo distinto. No las dejen con cosas fáciles porque se aburren pronto. Han… read more

(Excellent )

05/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jonas)

Jonas!!!! Un gran workawayer!!! La verdad fue muy nutricio para todos contar con la compañía de nuestro amigo Jonas. Muy comprometido, pro-activo y buen compañero. Simpático y encantador. se sumo a cada propuesta que le hicimos con alegría y respeto. Un gran hombre!!! Sin dudas los recomendamos a todos los que sientan sumarlo a su equipo. Gracias… read more

(Excellent )

05/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria & Marlène)

Vicky y Marlene fueron dos personas maravillosas. Desde su llegada siempre se mostraron comprometidas con todas las propuestas. Nos han regalado su compañía durante algunas semanas y estamos muy agradecidos de haberlas tenido en Casa. Son muy ordenadas, prolijas, cálidas y respetuosas. Fue un placer enorme todo lo compartido, ojalá nos visiten en… read more

(Excellent )

05/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Mona & Auriane)

Mona Y Auriane son personas maravillosas, muy comprometidas con las tareas y el lugar. Nos regalaron su simpatía, compañerismo y excelente predisposición. Cada una con su forma son el equipo perfecto. Las puertas de nuestra Casa están siempre abiertas para recibirlas nuevamente!!!!v Recomendamos mucho sumarlas a su proyecto.

(Excellent )

19/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Daniela )

Dani fue una excelente compañera!!! Llego con su alegría y humor característico. Es muy responsable, proactiva y comprometida. Fue un placer enorme tenerla en casa. Recomendamos mucho sumarla a todo tipo de emprendimiento. Dani, acá te extrañamos todos especialmente los Pipis como vos decís. Gracias por todos los días compartidos!!!!

(Excellent )

19/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Daniela ) for host

Estuve 2 semanas en el Hostel y la pasé muy bien, todo el staff es genial,.... Sol resalta entre los geniales... el clima laboral es muy relajado, y mis compañeros fueron todos buena onda, Merlo es hermoso y hay mucho para recorrer.
Con todo el respeto del mundo hacia todo el staff y compañeros debo decir que lo mejor de mi estadía fueron los… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Natalia)

If was great having Natalia on the staff. She was always ready to do what was necessary. First she stated out with cleaning and housekeeping and when there was a spot open in reception she helped there as well. It was very nice to see how she incorporate herself in the Argentine culture and learned the language. I recommend here to any host that… read more

(Excellent )

30/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Natalia) for host

What an incredible experience !! Choosing the hostel for my first workaway experience was the best thing I could have done. This place has a magical energy, I met incredible people, I made friends from every part of Argentina and from another countries as well. The staff team, workaways and the guests I met here were super receptive and made me… read more

(Excellent )

03/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Ivan)

Ivan es una persona muy amable y trabajadora. Ha estado con nosotros en el Hostel varias semanas y su presencia fue muy fructífera, siempre dispuesto a colaborar con la tarea que se le ofrecía y especialmente fue un excelente compañero con los demás workaway y voluntarios con los que compartío estadía. Tuvo un cálido y excelente trato con los… read more

(Excellent )

02/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Ivan) for host

El mejor hostel de Argentina sin dudas :) Muchos amigos me llevo de Merlo !

(Excellent )

18/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (Nicolas) for host

What an incredible experience this was!

The truth is that I arrived at the hostel without knowing what to expect, but everyone immediately made me feel at home. I spent three unforgettable weeks at this hostel, where I met some amazing people (staff, travellers and other workawayers) and visited plenty of beautiful places. The work was very… read more

(Excellent )

05/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Welder)

Welder ws a great help with all of are projects from help with electricity and construction to cleaning he is a great person to have around. very sociable and good at making friends and incorporating new people in the hostel. Made a great effort to learn Spanish!

We miss you Welder! It was great having you as part of the team.

(Excellent )

31/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Welder) for host

Melhor lugar do mundo. Experiência incrível, muita amizades que vou levar pra toda. Vida. Obrigado por tudo!!

(Excellent )

05/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Mariamm)

It has been great having Mariam and Thomas. Both have fun personalties and are hard workers. Always looking for more thing to do and improve the place. Also very eager to continue to improve there Spanish. Very great at helping new tourists feel at home in the hostel. Here the staff will miss them.
good luck on your travels!

(Excellent )

04/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (Mariamm) for host

Thanks everybody for welcoming us so well. The place is so nice and the staff too ! We don't speak a great spanish but everybody took time to understand and to teach us.
Very good vibes, music all the time, unforgettable people and awesome decoration. Great rivers and good hikes very near.
Three cut dogs, including Gonzales "THE diver" :)

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(Excellent )

16/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host

Estuve (casi) 4 semanas aquí y tenia una linda experiencia!
Encontri mucha hente muy amamble, la naturaleza es hermosa, y el hostel tiene re buena onda!!!
Gracias a todos para compartir el tiempo y dare me el sentido de estar en casa :)
Que tiennen un lindo verano con muchos assados y nos vemos en el futuro!
Sarah:)

(Excellent )

11/12/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Dakota)

It was a pleasure having Jaquelyn and Dakota. Both very up beat and ready to help. I recommend them to any future host. They really made an effort to perfect there spanish and fit in nicely with the staff.

(Excellent )

17/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Dakota) for host

My experience here was unforgettable. Colin, Sole, Maria, Tony, Mati, GiGi, Ana, and everyone we met was wonderful. It is a peaceful environment surrounded by beautiful mountains to explore, and a fun relaxing vibe. Buena Onda! The work was totally fine and we had plenty of time to relax and explore. For an authentic Argentine experience, I… read more

(Excellent )

11/12/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Jennifer & Micheal)

It was great to have Michael and Jennifer! They are quick learners and alway ready to help out with whatever came up. They have a positive attitude, excellent work ethic and fit in very well with are staff. I wish you the best of luck on your travels and you are always welcome back here !

(Excellent )

11/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Jennifer & Micheal) for host

We had a brilliant time in Merlo and highly recommend working with Collin and his wonderful friends. They have a great hostel with alot of cool people staying and stopping by to hangout and socialise. The work is very manageable and they maintain a very relaxed atmosphere for both staff and guests. Thanks for everything and hope cross paths again.

(Excellent )

29/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Ciara & Richard )

Ciara and Richard where excelente! We really enjoyed having them here at the hostel with there positive energy and respectfulness. It was a lot of fun helping them with here spanish and for the staff here to work on there english. We had a large group that came thru the hostel while they we here and they didn't hesitate to help up when they… read more

(Excellent )

24/10/2016

Left by Workawayer (Ciara & Richard ) for host

We had a wonderful two weeks with Collin, Sol, Maria and the rest of the team! It was our first work away experience and we definitely chose the right place for it. From day one everyone was so friendly and welcoming and made us feel a part of the hostel family!! The hostel itself is gorgeous and in such a beautiful setting!! We are only starting… read more

(Excellent )

18/10/2016

Left by Workawayer (Florencia & Luca) for host

Estuvimos 3 semanas en este hermoso hostel, en la maravillosa ciudad de Merlo. Nuestros dias allí no pueden haber sido mejores!!! Siempre con la mejor onda Collin, Maria y Sol alegrándonos la mañana, mimando a todos en el desayuno. Compartiendo con Gigi, Clau y Tony. Jugando con Gonza, Banana y Buddy, los fieles perros del lugar. Fue un… read more

(Excellent )

18/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Florencia & Luca)

Lucas Y flor nos visitaron por 3 semanas. Fue maravilloso tenerlos en nuestro Hostel, sumaron muchas cosas buenas y fueron muy cálidos, amistosos y realmente responsables con todas las tareas que le propusimos. Nos cocinaron rico y enseñaron muchas cosas. Ojala vuelvan, los recomendamos mucho.

(Excellent )

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