Help around wooden hostel in the stunning Tatra mountains, Zakopane, Poland

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22/06/2022
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We are full till the end of summer

Our wooden house is a traditional lodge built in 1909 with the great atmosphere and stunning highland surroundings. We live as a family and try to make our workawayers to feel like at home. Our house is the place for to meet people from all continents, exchanging experiences, knowledge and love for mountains. The combination of stylish wooden lodge (recently renovated with modern facilities) and the rocky mountains makes this place very exceptional. Surrounded by a private forest, 150 m from the national park its perfect place for hikers and nature lovers. Additionally we have great time and socialize with our guests from all over the world by organizing different events and you can be a part of that (barbecues, going out, hiking trips, skiing, snowboarding). As we live in the same house with hostel guests we really would you to be friendly, open minded, interactive and sociable person who enjoys spending free time with another people.

We are looking for help with all tasks around house (maintenance, reception, cleaning, repairing, light work in the garden with flowers) and social events like bbq or games evenings. We have animals (goat and 2 cats) so we need some help with them (like feeding and cleaning and fixing fences) Sometimes I could ask you to watch our little baby boy and teach him English. Spanish speakers are very welcome as I would like to practice my Spanish :) . The accommodation (the dorm room for Workawayers) and kitchen is in the hostel where you can spend your free time among another travelers. We hope to have you as a member of our family.

We pay a minimum wage per hour in Poland. Free accommodation is provided. We would like you to work 20-30h per week. The wage is offered for each and every hour worked in addition to the accommodation provided.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The place is located in the very south of Poland in Zakopane that is famous nationwide for its "mountain spirit" . Unique location and outstandingly vibrant local culture makes this town one of a kind experience of Poland. There is plenty to do for everybody, from wide choice of activities during the day (hiking, skiing/snowboarding, climbing) to colorful night-life. We are very social able and create family atmosphere in the house.
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Help
We look for easygoing people who can help with all kind of help around around the hostel and the family house and with animals, who are friendly, funny and enjoy being around travelers.

We pay a minimum wage per hour in Poland. Free accommodation is provided. We would like you to work 20-30h per week. The wage is offered for each and every hour worked in addition to the accommodation provided.
Languages
Languages spoken
Czech: Fluent
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
This host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
shared room for Workawayers
What else ...
Closest shop and restaurant is 10 min walking distance and bus stop 3 min walking.
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
20-30 h of work per week

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23/03/2022

Left by Workawayer (Felix) for host

First of all, I am sorry to leave my feedback so late (forgot about it, no excuse)
If you have already made it far enough to make it to this listing, don't waste your time, ask Marzena if there is a space for you left!
Otherwise, you would miss out on a great time, meeting various people from around the world, Mia and Mao, the cats, which don't… read more

(Excellent )

12/08/2021

Left by Workawayer (Annie) for host

I don't know where to start, but let's say this place is the best workaway ever. So good that you would like to stay longer than planned.

It is an amazing place situated in a great location. Marzena, Paweł and Andrzej are a fantastic and lovely family, even if Andrzej can be a little troublesome sometimes (its worth it tho :)). The team of… read more

(Excellent )

05/07/2021

Left by Workawayer (Ida) for host

My first workaway opportunity and it was perfect. The host is very friendly and helpful, the area and the hostel itself is beautiful. There are amazing opportunities for hiking. The work was amazing, as you got a chance for contact with guests from many countries. We were very independent in our work, the team was very cooperative and positive.

(Excellent )

19/07/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Christiam)

Christian was amazing help for our hostel. He help us with all the duties, taking care of the reception, cleaning the rooms and the most important entertaining guest. Everything was done with the big care. Wonder full guitar player what all hostel guests liked. I would recommend Christian for any host. Thank you!

(Excellent )

14/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Christiam) for host

I had great moments and wouldn't doubt to come back in a future.

First of all, Marzena, the owner, is responsible and cares about your comfortability. She is available to help you and solve any doubt and will always ask the volunteers team if they have everything they need.

Also, the volunteers were friendly and helpful. I didn't have have… read more

(Very good )

30/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Spencer) for host

Had a great time here. Cozy lodge right next to the mountains. Have no complaints, super chill. 6 beds in the attic for volunteers to sleep, food is great, area is beautiful, and Marzena is awesome.

Worth every second.

(Excellent )

16/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Isabella) for host

This was my first Workaway experience but I doubt I'll find any other place that will make me feel this good after one of the best months I've ever had. Zakopane is a beautiful town full of nice people and different activities depending on the season; on summertime the hiking trails are simply breathtaking, you'll want to take advantage of every… read more

(Excellent )

15/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Pedro Angel ) for host

I had a really good time here the place is different to any hostel that I´ve ever stayed in, all the guest are really friendly and the work is easy, and you feel like you are working from home. You have a lot of free time to hike and enjoy Tatras, thanks to Marzena for the oportunity and the other voluteers for sharing the experience with me!

(Excellent )

13/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Laura & Charly) for host

This was our first WorkAway, and it set the standard impossibly high for any WorkAways to follow. Everything about the hostel and Zakopane was incredible, from the people we met there to the beauty of the surrounding national park. The hostel work schedule is great in terms of getting time off for hiking and traveling around the region, and we… read more

(Excellent )

22/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Silvana & Chad) for host

Absolutely amazing experience. This was our first time using workaway, and we could not be happier that we ended up with Marzena! The hostel was so cozy and fun whether you were working or not, and attracts an great mix of people that are always happy to chat and share a drink with you.

The work and conditions itself were awesome and very… read more

(Excellent )

05/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Silvana & Chad)

Amazing couple. Hardworking, friendly and very reliable. I was happy to leave my baby son with them always and I knew that he will be in the best hands. The hostel and the guests always very happy when they were on shift. Thank you very much for your commitment. I would recommend them for everybody.

(Excellent )

14/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Matt) for host

This place is superb! You don't want to leave. The perfect combo of plenty of socializing and a tranquil environment, with a nice hideaway attic for the staff.

Marzena is awesome, humorous, and fun. She is half the experience of your trip! She will take care you and look after you even as busy as she is (especially with her new baby).

Looking… read more

(Excellent )

30/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Grytine)

Amazing girl. Hardworking, friendly and very reliable. I was happy to leave the hostel and the guest with her always and I knew that he will be in the best hands. We left for few days and she had couple of emergencies (like electricity gone, double booking...) and she solved that all alone that everybody was happy. Very proactive as well, always… read more

(Excellent )

13/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Grytine) for host

Before heading this wooden hostel surrounded by forests and mountains, I was really curious how my first volunteering experience as a hostel staff member would work out. After one month of volunteering I'm so grateful for my time and all the learning moments here. Marzena & Pawel are a young, hard-working couple who give their volunteers a lot of… read more

(Excellent )

05/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Gonzalo & Micaela)

Amazing couple. Hardworking, friendly and very reliable. I was happy to leave my baby son with them always and I knew that he will be in the best hands. The hostel and the guests always very happy when they were on shift. Gonzalo always entertained them with his wonderful guitar songs. Thank you very much for your commitment. I would recommend… read more

(Excellent )

05/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Oliwia )

Amazing girl. Hardworking, friendly and very reliable. I was happy to leave the hostel and the guest with her always and I knew that he will be in the best hands. The guests were always very happy when they were on shift. Thank you very much for your commitment. I would recommend Oliwia for everybody.

(Excellent )

30/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Oliwia ) for host

I'm glad I could stay in this beautiful place. It is very cosy hostel with a family atmosphere and nice people from all over the world, which makes this place very unique. The work is organised very well, you have plenty of time to do what you like (hiking, snowboarding, skiing,chiling in a peaceful place surrounded by the mountains, eating… read more

(Excellent )

26/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Dafne) for host

I've stayed in his place for almost a month and had a great experience!
Marzena is a great host, she really trusts the volunteers to do the work by themselves, but she is just a phone call away if you need her. She gives all the food you need and more! And she makes sure that the work schedule works for everyone, so you can have a lot of free time… read more

(Excellent )

26/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Elaheh) for host

Sorry for writing this so late!
I spent a little over a month in the summer in this special place and honestly have zero complaints.
The work is reasonable, the food abundant, the room is so calm and comfortable, the location is amazing, and the owner wonderful! What else? I became really good friends with the volunteers and guests. I spent… read more

(Excellent )

14/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host

Everything was perfect for my first workaway experience! The Hostel is really a dream place, cosy and surrounded by woods in the polish Tatry. Guests, staff members, i met a lot of interesting people and Marzena & Pawel are generous, helpful and friendly hosts. Moreover the schedule give you a lot of time to go hiking or visiting.
I had a great… read more

(Excellent )

11/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Margaret & Maggie ) for host

A wonderful atmosphere has been created here at this hostel. Each day was filled was either filled with new friends, hikes, and/or music. The work itself was laid back ,as Marenza trusts you to get the job done. The schedule of one full day and a few days also makes adventuring quite accessible. Zakopane is beautiful and so is this new (s/o to the… read more

(Excellent )

11/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Dominik) for host

I stayed in the hostel for a bit more then 3 weeks. It was a really good experience.
Marzena is a great host, that will listen to your needs and will try to do everything to make you comfortable.
I met loads of nice people and became friends with the other workawayers and the guest.
It was nice to learn how to run a hostel and be able to do the… read more

(Excellent )

14/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Franka) for host

Caution! ...you will fall in love with this hostel!
This place has an incredible atmosphere, created by all the people who come and go, the mountains, the nature, the squirls :D And there are also Mia - the little kitten and Mao - who will cover your hands and arms with scratches - but not only their scratches will stay. Also those of the… read more

(Excellent )

30/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Lissa) for host

Thank you Marzena and all other volunteers I had the chance to work with. The hostel is an amazing place for guests and volunteers alike. The few but long working days can be tiring at times but are more than compensated by the amount of free time you have to go on hikes in the beautiful Tatra Mountains. I had a wonderful time and can… read more

(Excellent )

11/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Raquel) for host

I spent one month at the hostel and it was truly magical. The location, the people, the atmosphere, the work conditions... Everything was just perfect and it was very sad to leave.

The hostel is a cozy wooden house which is less than 5 minutes walking from the entrance of the national park. From the hostel you have incredible views of the Tatra… read more mountains and, trust me, it's amazing to wake up and see these beautiful landscapes. Although it is a bit apart from the city center it is very easy to reach it, either walking or by bus. There are LOTS of hiking possibilities, mountains, peaks, lakes, valleys... for every taste and level, so you never get bored. Also, there are always people willing to share plans and routes with you, which is more fun!

Volunteers live in another building next to the hostel and which is also equipped with everything you need. You share the bedroom with another colleague but you also have a lot of privacy. Besides, there is a terrace where you can just sit down and enjoy the wonderful views.

Marzena, our host, is a generous and kind person, really easy to talk to and always available when you need it. I remember my first day at work... a lot of strange things happened, I had to call her hundred times and still she didn't let me down, haha. She always has into consideration the volunteers' needs or preferences and is very flexible regarding work schedules. Plus, our fridge was always full with delicious food. Thank you for everything, Marzena!

Regarding the tasks, we worked 25 hours per week, usually split in two or three days, so we had plenty of free time. Each volunteer had one whole shift (that is, one full day of work) and then the other day half shift usually shared with another volunteer. The tasks were mainly check ins, check outs, cleaning, setting up the breakfast, helping guests and giving recommendations, and taking care of the hostel in general. During this time I had the chance to meet awesome people and it was so rewarding to see that they really enjoyed their stay with us!

Last but not least, I really want to give a huge thanks to the amazing team of "weirdos": Xenia, Jonathan, Karolina, Karl, Leah, Laura, Eli, Sylwia and Bartek. Thank you for the great memories and for sharing hikes and trips, laughs, deep conversations, tasty meals, escapes from the goat and help during the crazy shifts :-P

See you soon!

(Excellent )

29/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Bartosz)

Bartek is just awesome. Engaged in everything what he does 120%. Except of that what he was asked for he always found something to repair or improve. For example he fixed the fridge door or created wooden, beautiful sign for us. He also helped with lots of hard work around the hostel like improving the steep road leading the house or helped making… read more

(Excellent )

28/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Bartosz) for host

It s been our first workaway experience and I think we couldn't have started it with a better host. Marzena, her hostel, guests and of course other volunteers are key to our wonderful memories from Zakopane.
The work part is truly rewarding and not really hard. You give guests your energy and get their smiles in exchange.
The place is magic. We… read more

(Excellent )

29/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Sylwia)

Sylwia is an incredible person, one of this that work 120 %. I just love the feeling that I can live the hostel with people I trust and Sylwia was one of the best. Always welcoming with smile and nice small talk, always everything was done and still she had plenty of time for guests. Even my friend told me that they never had seen the hostel so… read more

(Excellent )

28/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Sylwia) for host

From the moment you walk in to the day you leave, you'll have a feeling it’s your Home and Family. The host, Marzena is welcoming, openminded and generous. Work is not hard at all, you don't even think about it as working since you're having fun- just spending time with awesome people, enjoying nice conversations, exploring Tatras together,… read more

(Excellent )

16/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Karl & Leah) for host

Marzena and her hostel was awesome!!! Perfect location, right across from the National Park. The help wanted is easy and chill. The guests are easy going and enjoy the outdoors. Marzena was always there to help and to answer any questions when they arose. She also fed us very well.

I would recommend this Workaway to everyone!!

(Excellent )

14/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Xenia) for host

My first workaway was staying here for a month and I had an incredible time.

The location is awesome. It's next to a national park, in the mountains and it's also really easy to reach the city center.

The hostel is really cosy. My favourite places are the holliwood swing outside (it's often dry even when it rains) and the common room which… read more

(Excellent )

01/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jonathan) for host

Simply the best job I've ever had. I am not exaggerating by any mean. Marzena is an incredible host as she is absolutely understanding with any situation you might have (e.g. diet requirements, medical attention, schedule conflicts, etc.) Not to mention, she is personally available at anytime even with being 7 months pregnant! The type of people… read more

(Excellent )

03/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Nikola) for host

I stayed one month in hostel and it was one of best hostel experience for now. Work is not hard, perfect schedule with a lot of days off. Marzena is very nice and we always have fridge full of food. Location is perfect and its very relax place to hike and rest. Big hug to all people i met there and thank you Marzena for opportunity to be there.

(Excellent )

09/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Alois)

Alois is just one of the workawayers that beets almost everything. He loves repairing staff without asking. So after winter our hostel was almost fouling apart, needed all kind of reparations and renewal. without telling him he fixed the gutters, made new wood benches and cleaned around the house the dirt left from winter. It would cost me a… read more

(Excellent )

13/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Alois) for host

Perfect place, awesome people and a great host. The work is more than human and you are in a beautiful spot in Zakopane. One thing to keep in mind: even if you go in March sou might still need some winter stuff. I learned this by slipping and falling once in a while in my sneakers on icy paths :-p
For me it was the best place to do my first… read more

(Excellent )

09/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Anestis)

Anestis, I am really sorry that I write it so late but I just realized how much I miss you. .. So back to the topic because this is about to say how great Anestis is. Committed to the work and hostel its not enough to say. Except of the work I asked him he voluntarily repaired the shed door (in his free time) and organized the basement. I was… read more

(Excellent )

19/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Anestis) for host

What an AMAZING experience.
i stayed in the hostel for 3,5 months. (1/1-17/4). This is a place that its easy to feel like home. The owner is an amazing person with experience is managing and in hosting volunteers. She did the best for us to feel like at home and procided us with everything we needed. ( she actually let me use her snowboard for 3… read more

(Excellent )

04/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ana) for host

Even though I could only stay for a bit more than 2 weeks in the hostel, it was one of the most amazing experiences I had in my life. I wish this plataform would allowed us to give more than 5 stars, because this place deserves at least 10. Everything was just perfect there, specially when it's your first workaway experience. The owner is super… read more

(Excellent )

11/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (JUSTYNA) for host

One of the greatest places in Zakopane to stay or volunteer! Hostel Has such an amazing vibe! Its perfect place to hang out and meet hikers, climber, skiers, snowboarders all around the world! Also people who come just to chill and slow down! Thanks to owner Marzena work is a pleasure, you dont feel any pressure from her site. We had A LOT of free… read more

(Excellent )

06/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Santiago) for host

Working and helping here has been one the most incredible experiences I have had, and definitely one of the greatest adventures I've been on. First and most importantly, the owner is incredibly kind, very understanding and fair in the work she asks to be done, and a very enjoyable to talk to. The hostel itself is a wonderful little spot that… read more

(Excellent )

22/02/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Douglas)

Amazing person. working 150 %. we asked him to do sth, he did 3 times more, repairing staff just in the free time. we loved him and will miss him. I recommend Douglaus for every host. you will be delighted .

Thank you Douglaus for being with us.

(Excellent )

02/12/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Marco)

Marco worked in our hostel for almost 2 months in September and October 2017. He was very helpful hardworking and always reliable if its about the hostelwork (cleaning and reception). As all Australians he was very friendly and very entertaining what its in the hostel the most important feature. he was very creative how to organize free time for… read more

(Excellent )

07/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host

The experience was great here! the schedule for work is great so you work 3 days and then get 4 days off. The hostel is located right next to the entrance of the national park which is really convienient, marzena the owner is great and makes it possible for the hostel (guest or workawayer) to have a good family vibe. I will be back next year and… read more

(Excellent )

15/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Michele Giovanni) for host

I spent more than one month in this hostel. It was amazing. The hostel is located near the main hiking attractions of the Tatras mountains.
Marzena is really friendly and shows you how to deal with the responsibilities of running this small but cosy place. It was really nice to meet her.
I really enjoyed the international environment that leads… read more

(Excellent )

13/11/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)

Daniel did such a great work in our hostel. He spent one month helping us with all kind of duties. He is very responsible and committed person. He helped me with cleaning the hostel and some renovations and the hostel looked very nice when I leaved the house with him. He is also very sociable person and all the reception task and entertaining… read more

(Excellent )

26/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host

I spent a great month in this cosy hostel as a workawayer. Since first moment, the staff was very friendly and we did a lot of activities together that allowed me to open my mind and grow as a person.
I want to thank Marzena, for giving me the opportunity to live this grand human experiencie. This was my first Workaway stay and I'm really happy… read more

(Excellent )

08/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jessica ) for host

I had such a wonderful time at this Hostel. I felt welcome as soon as I stepped through the door and the relatively large team of other workawayers meant that there was a cosy, family like feel to the place and work was well distributed, leaving plenty of free time to enjoy the hikes and socialise with guests. Marzena was a wonderful host and… read more

(Excellent )

20/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Davide)

Davide is a real Italian guy:) in the very good meaning. full of energy and fun! the most important stuff for me is being great with guest and he is master of entertaiment (by playing all possible games), giving lots of advises and talking all the time like a real Italian person. The house is really alive when he is on duty :)
I feel safe as well… read more

(Excellent )

17/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Davide) for host

This hostel is great not only as a workawayer but as a guest this is a favolous place, in the middle of the woods with the river and national park nearby (and so with a lot of possibilities for hiking and other activities. Marzena (the owner) may be misunderstanded, but she is a great person, even thou she can be very stressing (expecially about… read more

(Excellent )

02/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Amir) for host

So about this hostel....oh where to begin?? Apart from the fact that you find everything that a volunteer needs there,it is really the perfect location. I loved the fact that the national park was right across the road and you can take nice long hikes along side the river or to the mountain,lake and etc. Marzena is really wonderful,she took us… read more

(Excellent )

23/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (AGNIESZKA)

Amazing person! I definitly recommend her to every host and I have to say I am even a bid jealous. Aga worked with us in the mountain hostel for over a year being my first hand (I use this word on purpose). She was a captain when I had to leave for long weeks (and sometimes months). Very resposible, dealing with difficlult scenarios, finding… read more

(Excellent )

15/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (César) for host

Amazing experience !
Everything you can expect from a workaway and even more is there.
the place is awesome the hostel but also for every nature activities related to mountain !!
You have so much free time to enjoy thanks to the schedule!!
The job is really enjoyable and not exhausting at all !!
The host in the hostel are really cool I did many… read more

(Excellent )

06/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jesus) for host

Super late feedback but better late than never.

I was there last July during my backpacking trip through Europe. For many reasons I can say that volunteering at Zakopane was the BEST part of my 10 month long trip. This place has everything, a good location just at the entrance of the national park, a cozy environment, downtown is reachable… read more

(Excellent )

20/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (Mary) for host

This workaway was really special to me! I stayed for just over a month and left with so many sweet and happy memories that one can only dream of. The location is perfect as you're near the National Park with many trails, and you're surrounded by trees that are covered with soft powdery snow... fairytale vibes. Marzena is such an inspiration, so… read more

(Excellent )

09/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (Gary) for host

Amazing!!! :D <3

If you want to be a part of a quiet family feel friendly hostel, surrounded by beautiful mountains to hike/ski/snowboard on, close to the main center (10 minute bus journey/50 minutes beautiful walk) and full of amazing people, then this is the Workaway for you!

Thank you so much Marzena and the crew for an amazing stay not… read more

(Excellent )

05/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Chris) for host

I LOVED this experience! It was never work at this hostel, it was more getting involved with tasks and enjoying yourself by having time to yourself to chill or chatting to guests/staff. The guests who come here are a really friendly type, they are the type who love to get out and hike in the day then enjoy the evenings with fun chats and some… read more

(Excellent )

14/12/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel)

ojej this is so hard to evaluate such great people with words, how???:) I feel so small to write review about somebody who is much better in everything. Sam is the person who has everything :) the greateast character (all the guests loved him), talent (great musision that entertained everybody with his gitar playingand singing), spoke like 6… read more

(Excellent )

10/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Samuel) for host

Working for this Hostel in Zakopane was truly a wonderful experience!! The work was absolutely reasonable, and sometimes, it did not even feel like work. I am so appreciative that I could have learned from such great people like Marzena or Guido or Aga, and all the other staff here. Everyone was very kind and helpful; I learned so much!!

The… read more

(Excellent )

12/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Nicolás) for host

I honestly have no words to describe my experience staying with Marzena and the rest of the crew in Zakopane. It was definately the best time of all my travelling, and probably even the best time of my life. Everything about this place is just perfect.. the location, the atmosphere, the people, the 'work' (I wouldn't even call it work).

It's… read more

(Excellent )

09/12/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Wojtek & Marzena)

The best couple I met!!! 2 individuals that fit together so perfectly that I was happy to leave the hostel with them without any worries. Not only the hostel was always clean and perfectly taken care off, than were happy to spend lots of time with guests making them feel at home and not wanting to leave. I dont want to mention here (but i have to… read more

(Excellent )

07/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Wojtek & Marzena) for host

We spent with Marzena and Aga 3 weeks and it was absolutely amazing time. Hostel is located almost in the forest, close to trekking trails. Work is not hard, guests are from all over the world, so you can meet interesting people and practice your language skills. There is a common room, where you can sit and relax and really you can feel like you… read more

(Excellent )

06/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Jorge)

Jorge is such a great person and I felt so sad that he is leaving... :( Hardworking, very knowledgeable about electonics and technic the fields where I know nothing and cry if something gets brocken- than Jorge comes to recue me . He was here 2 months and during this time i did not have to worry about anything, the guests loved him and we loved… read more

(Excellent )

05/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Jorge) for host

I spent more than two months in this beautiful home/hostel, was an amazing experience, working, hiking, meeting people over around the world, all my colleagues, excellent persons too. On your free time, you'll have the opportunity to hike around the National Tatra Park, enjoying of plenty different trails and green spaces. Best wishes and all the… read more

(Excellent )

06/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Matias)

Its always hard to find proper words to decribe the amaizingness of people coming here and Mat was one of them. He took care of the house better than me, of the guests even better and that was done always with the smile on his face and with the sense of humor that I loved. In his spare time he did painting of our room (hello?!!! who doeas… read more

(Excellent )

20/10/2016

Left by Workawayer (Matias) for host

It was such a good experience ! Amazing team work and the owner kropka is the best ;-) I had a wonderful time in the hostel with all of them , and you feel like in home. The place has sutnning hikes and views and the work is really easy and sociable. Thanks for all Marzena y espero volver algun dia ! Gracias !

(Excellent )

18/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Craig) for host

I have recently arrived back after staying in this cozy, cheerful and warming place and I already miss those who i spent time with and called my extended family. Aga, Guido and Marzena will do everything to make you feel welcome and supply you with everything you need to have a fun and worthwhile experience.

The work is very easy and consists… read more

(Excellent )

20/06/2016

Left by Workawayer (fadi) for host

happy to write about my first workaway experience

this place turned to be my home and will stay like that. we the team are a family. wasn't surprised when travellers who stayed at the hostel, everyone says this sentence "here feels home".
few days left for me, im already missing it, and looking forward when i will be here again. if you are a… read more

(Excellent )

03/03/2016

Left by Workawayer (Adrian) for host

Staying with Marzena at this hostel was my first experience with workaway and it was awesome! :-) I can't imagine a cozier and better located hostel for people who love activities in nature and who want to get some time-out of urban life. Marzena is a greatly caring host that supplies you with everything you could possibly need and she is always,… read more

(Excellent )

07/12/2015

Left by Workawayer (Ewen) for host

Ali and I had an amazing time staying with Marzena at her lodge in Zakopane! The location is absolutely beautiful with some incredible hiking very nearby. The hostel has a great vibe. It's intimate, welcoming and relaxing. The work was fun and Marzena looked after us, making sure we got the most out of our stay. We were there for one week. I wish… read more

(Excellent )

21/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Oriol) for host

I'm really really glad to been able to volunteer at this Hostel!

The place was super cosy and nice, surrounded by trees and with the typical style of Zakopane's houses. It was alwayss full of people from every part of the world and two or three more volunteers, so you always will have someone to talk with.

Marzena was an excellent host, really… read more

(Excellent )

02/10/2015

Left by Workawayer (GUILLAUME) for host

Actually the reason why I finally decided to subscribe to Workaway and finally contact this place!
A sweet chalet in the forest nearby the National Park and 45 minutes walking away to one of the most famous Polish street.
Regarding the tasks nothing complicated, hard nor intense. And I had plenty of time for myself.
The host is honest, true… read more

(Excellent )

10/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (William) for host

This really was a perfect workaway experience. I had such a great time and the hostel is just like one big family home, not just for the staff but for the guests too. I had the chance to meet great people and see amazing things in the Tatras all thanks to this wonderful hostel!
Thanks, Marzena (I'll see you again soon!)

(Excellent )

27/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Alice) for host

Definitely the best workaway I have ever done! The mountains are so beautiful and so close and the whole experience living and working at the hostel was lovely. Marzena is fantastic and it really feels like you are at home.
I met so many really great people here - the hostel is great because everyone sits in the common room so there are always… read more

(Excellent )

13/07/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Courtney & Nathaniel)

My english is to poor to express how greatfull I am to this amazing people for their help and company. For me its always important to make the guests feel like at home and they created this home not only for the tourists but also for me. Real americans that love everything and everybody! :) my favorite expresion of Nathaniel was: I love cleaning… read more

(Excellent )

26/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (Courtney & Nathaniel) for host

We had an amazing time working at this hostel. Marzena and all the people we met were so friendly. The hostel feels like a cozy cabin and is perfectly located just outside the town but right in the heart of the national forest. The hiking is beautiful and we highly recommend volunteering there.

(Excellent )

26/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (Toomas) for host

It was really nice to meet you all. This place, is the best place to be in Poland for sure. Atmosphere is great, people are nice, mountains are amazing and work was also great. I already miss this place, too bad I stayed there only for 2 weeks. But they were my best 2 weeks so far. Sad those weeks flew so fast.
About work, was really easy - mostly… read more

(Excellent )

22/05/2015

Left by Workawayer (guido) for host

I really do not want others to know about Marzena and this special place. I want it all to myself.
I have done much travelling but this was my first work away and the is no way that it could have been better. It was the most amazing experience and I have come away knowing that i connected with very good people both other workers and guests. The so… read more

(Excellent )

30/04/2015

Left by Workawayer (Marta) for host

Great place indeed. Perfect for my first workaway experience. Great people, amazing place for hikers, wanderers, bikers.. all kinds of travelers. Loved the place and enjoying every second of my stay (even work, which wasn't very hard). Part of me will stay in Tatra Mountains :)
POLECAM :)

(Excellent )

31/01/2015

Left by Workawayer (Kasia) for host

I'm sure that you will love this place!
It's located in beautiful area and has very friendly atmosphere. There's never too much work so you will find a lot of time to enjoy the nature and meet people from around the world.
What can I say about Marzena? She always has a lot of energy and interesting ideas and also is very patient.

(Excellent )

02/11/2014

Left by Workawayer (Charlotte ) for host

I stayed with Marzena for just under a month and had a bit of a ball. She was always happy for us to work out the rota ourselves to suit what we wanted to do and the work was always easy to do, even on a hangover. The atmosphere at the hostel is something special and feels more like a family than a hostel. As long as you have a sense of humour and… read more

(Excellent )

21/10/2014

Left by Workawayer (Maja) for host

I spent a month volunteering in the hostel and it was pure perfection!

It has a very homey atmosphere and work doesn't seem really like work but more like doing things around the house.

Marzena is flexible, open to new ideas and gives you a lot of freedom.

I have an impression that the hostel is a magnet for fascinating people both… read more

(Excellent )

03/10/2014

Left by Workawayer (Kristine & Andra) for host

Amazing experience!
We was there for 2 weeks and this was our first workaway experience and we couldn't imagine better one. Nice people, interesting guests with amazing stories and breathtaking landscape.
In a hostel job is quite easy and you can feel like in the home all the time. Hotel owner Marzena is very nice host, she will help you to… read more

(Excellent )

01/09/2014

Left by Workawayer (Andrew & Teo) for host

We had a really great time at this hostel. Marzena was very kind and welcoming, in spite of our sudden arrival, and made working there a real pleasure. We also met a lot of great people, both guests and other volunteers working there. Unfortunately, our stay here was short (about a week) but we would gladly recommend it to other volunteers, as the… read more

(Excellent )

08/07/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Yola)

I cannot use another expression for this young women than: she has it all! really I could not believe that you can find all the best futures in one person: lovely, friendly, helpful - working in 150% of the norm :) -you tell her to do that - she is doing 3 times more! - intelligent and literally talented (she is the author of most of our… read more

(Excellent )

30/06/2014

Left by Workawayer (Yola) for host

I have nothing but high praise for this hostel!

The first thing that struck me about the host, Marzena, was her liveliness and zeal. As a horseback rider, mountain climber, hiker, and ski instructor she is a woman of many facets, with just as many stories to share about growing up in the Polish countryside as well as traveling the world.

As a… read more

(Excellent )

25/06/2014

Left by Workawayer (Staf) for host

The best experience in my live. The host is very welcoming and the atmosphere is so amazing. You're literally surrounded by nature. It feels like coming home, every night there is something to do in the common room: chatting with the guests, drinking some beer and wodka if you want, watch a movie and so on... I've been here for two weeks and I… read more

(Excellent )

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