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We are an intentional community that strives to create a safe space where you can build real relationships whilst giving back through volunteering. Whether you are a long time traveler or a professional looking for a life change, we offer a place where you can be yourself and explore more of who you want to become. We enjoy spending time together through activities like game and movie nights, sharing meals, outings in the city, and more!
Our guesthouse falls under the umbrella of a larger non-profit organization that includes: numerous online publications, a program focused on wholeness in health, a small cafe that uses locally grown Veracruz coffee, two camps, and professional networking and coaching resources for Latin American organizations. Between publishing magazines, supporting microenterprises, and networking with non-profits across Mexico and globally, we exist to help inspire people to use their skills to serve others. All the staff are followers of the teachings of Jesus Christ, and this is reflected in many of our events and work; but we welcome volunteers from all beliefs and over the years we have hosted a diverse array of backpackers from many different beliefs, backgrounds, and cultures. We look forward to getting to know you and your story!
We have the following requirements for those interested in joining our community:
Fully vaccinated with two or more doses
Minimum stay of three (3) weeks
Between 21-40 years of age
No families
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
House sitting
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are an organization of Mexican Nationals who love getting to know new people. You will have plenty of opportunities to practice your Spanish and English and to learn about Mexican culture. We would love to learn about your own culture and language as well!
Help
Stay with us for a minimum of three weeks or up to three months and enjoy shared community meals on weekdays in exchange for up to 25 hours a week of your skills and time.
We are currently looking for those who can provide professional skills and experience related to the items listed below; but if you think this is the place for you, tell us more about yourself. We might have a project that could be a good fit!
We are currently looking for help with:
Social Media
Video Editing
Marketing
Web Design
Google Workspace
Events
Coffee
Language Classes
Yoga
Gardening/Plant Care
DIY/Maintenance Projects
Art Projects
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: FluentThis 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
Come live in the beautiful neighborhood of Coyoacan in Mexico City. Our guesthouse is a cozy, inviting home with a kitchen, family room, and rooftop patio. There is one 6-bed dorm for women and one 6-bed dorm for men, each with their own bathroom. In addition, we have a professional, shared workspace downstairs along with the cafe.
What else ...
Mexico City is a diverse, colorful, bustling place that is full of great food and cultural opportunities. There is always something to do! The house is about 5 minutes away from the nearest metro and walking distance from markets, sightseeing, malls, and a large park.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 786352534641
Feedback (36)
29 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Tore Kjaersgaard)
Tore's prescence in our community was filled with many laughs and riveting conversations. His ability to connect with anyone makes him approachable, open minded, and adaptable. Tore took on an unforseen manager role here and executed it with flyng colors! He is trustworthy and cautious which made it easy for us to trust him in this role. His… read more
(Excellent
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23 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Noor)
We enjoyed having Noor in the warm hot community. He was very respectful and helpful is a very organized. We truly wish we had more time with him, if anyone ever decides to have Noor a part of your community he would be a great co-worker even leader.
(Excellent
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30 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Olivia)
Olivia became like family to us during her stay of 3 months here! Olivia was always very flexible and worked very hard. She helped us with house chores, editing videos, and organizing things for our new app! Olivia truly welcomed every who stayed with us and took the time to get to know people and make the house feel like home for many. I would… read more
(Excellent
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9 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Olivia) for host
This was my first workaway experience, I stayed for 3 months and had the most amazing time! It's truly what you'd expect; living with people from all around the world, going into the city (I took the metro around almost every day and it's easy to get to the center) or just chilling around Coyoacán (make sure you go to Cineteca , the Sunday night… read more
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29 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Tore Kjaersgaard)
Tore's prescence in our community was filled with many laughs and riveting conversations. His ability to connect with anyone makes him approachable, open minded, and adaptable. Tore took on an unforseen manager role here and executed it with flyng colors! He is trustworthy and cautious which made it easy for us to trust him in this role. His… read more
(Excellent)
23 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Noor)
We enjoyed having Noor in the warm hot community. He was very respectful and helpful is a very organized. We truly wish we had more time with him, if anyone ever decides to have Noor a part of your community he would be a great co-worker even leader.
(Excellent)
30 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Olivia)
Olivia became like family to us during her stay of 3 months here! Olivia was always very flexible and worked very hard. She helped us with house chores, editing videos, and organizing things for our new app! Olivia truly welcomed every who stayed with us and took the time to get to know people and make the house feel like home for many. I would… read more
(Excellent)
9 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Olivia) for host
This was my first workaway experience, I stayed for 3 months and had the most amazing time! It's truly what you'd expect; living with people from all around the world, going into the city (I took the metro around almost every day and it's easy to get to the center) or just chilling around Coyoacán (make sure you go to Cineteca , the Sunday night… read more
28 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Brenda Sofía) for host
Being part of this was a pleasant experience, the atmosphere was youthful and every Friday I felt a family atmosphere during Shabbat. It is a safe space and I would recommend it for both male and female travelers. ☀️
28 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Brenda Sofía)
Sofia was a great help to our community. She helped welcome everyone who came in the door and was willing to put herself out there to make our community feel warm and welcoming. I would recommend Sofia to any host.
(Excellent)
20 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ibrahim) for host
The experience at the hostel was very enriching, communication was smooth, I got to practice my Spanish and the team welcomed me with open hearts while I shared my skills in digital marketing with them. If you are looking for a quiet residential area, Coyoacan is great. Thanks and good luck in the future !
22 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
NIna only stayed here for a short time but was everything we look for in a volunteer other than committing for a longer time. She invested in our community and did some great SEO work for us. She communicated well beforehand her time of leaving which we appreciate.
(Excellent)
8 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura is a positive and lovely person to have around. She made our community feel more like home and brought her vibrant personality to it in many ways. Laura did some excellent video editing for us. She also was apart of cleaning shift. She is very positive and willing to learn. Laura was a messier Workawayer than average, which is the only… read more
(Excellent)
15 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)
Eva was an awesome person to have around here. She had a great attitude and was willing to do all the the work we asked of her. She did a great job on everything and helped make our community feel like one. However Eva did not stay for the time she originally committed to and only gave us a days notice before leaving. As far as what was… read more
(Very good)
15 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Robert)
Bob is a person of great character. He was always very flexible and willing in everything we asked him to do from watering the plants to sanding wood. He has a great attitude and helped make our community feel a little more like home.
(Excellent)
6 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lena)
Lena is a person of character. She is consistent in everything she does. She brought so much joy and perspective to our community here. She took on responsibilities without asking that helped us out greatly and I would recommend her for any workaway.
(Excellent)
30 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
I spent 5 weeks at the place this September and October, and it was overall a great experience!
Volunteers work 5 5 hour shifts per week, generally from 8am-1pm on weekdays (there are also shifts in the evenings and weekends, but I didn’t have any while I was there). Most of the work is cleaning, cooking, and odd jobs like watering plants. The… read more
Volunteers work 5 5 hour shifts per week, generally from 8am-1pm on weekdays (there are also shifts in the evenings and weekends, but I didn’t have any while I was there). Most of the work is cleaning, cooking, and odd jobs like watering plants. The… read more
6 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura has a special place in our hearts! She helped make this community special by bringing her good attitude and care for others into every situation and conversation! She is bot a hard worker and a great person to work with and be around.
(Excellent)
6 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Janiina)
Janiina was an amazing person to have here in Mexico City. She both communicated her needs and helped without asking with selflessness. She brought a lot of joy and shared with us a lot about her culture.
(Excellent)
18 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Arcadia)
Arcadia was an awesome Workawayer. She consistently was up every day when we needed her help. She is a positive and curious person that made our space feel more welcoming just by her being there.
(Excellent)
18 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Arcadia) for host
Super good first volunteer experience! The environment is very welcoming and feels like a family. The work is chill and it gave me a chance to learn how to make coffee. There is community lunch Monday to Thursday and Shabbat on Friday nights which is a cool experience. Coyoacan is beautiful and the guest house is in a perfect spot next to the… read more
17 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (caro2nathan)
Nathan and Caroline are just amazing, they are kind, talented and very smart. But the most important quality to me is that they are hard working people. They’ve embraced a life of difficulty. They don’t take the easy route. If they clean they do it thoroughly. If they build they make an effort to build something beautiful and useful. If you happen… read more
(Excellent)
16 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (caro2nathan) for host
I'm so grateful to have found such a wonderful community here in CDMX. Carlos and Cynthia are wonderful hosts and people - they create a welcoming and safe environment for all. They try to cater the work to individual skills and interests. Out tasks included cooking, cleaning, baking, teaching English lessons, painting, and helping with odd jobs.… read more
3 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Silke)
She is really hard working and fun. We remember that even though she was not staying with us she came to help in when we really needed it. We are grateful 🥹 for the time she spent with us.
(Excellent)
30 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Silke) for host
There are almost no words to describe my stay. It was my first experience as a workawayer and I loved it. I got lucky to meet these great persons Carlos and Cynthia who are very warm and welcoming. They surely create a family like atmosphere and when there is a question u can always ask them. I felt it was a privilege staying with them. I hope I… read more
19 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Allienna) for host
Working at this Hostel was such a Wonderful experience ! I was welcomed into the community with so much warmth(haha) and care. The hostel managers at the time were truly a great balanced team that also made sure that all the volunteers were taken care of and having fun. The work is engaging, community oriented and overall not demanding They also… read more
2 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Hanzhi)
Hanzhi was an absolute joy to have! She is very fun and curious, always excited to experience and learn new things and have really great conversations with people. Her positive and upbeat attitude (despite the language barrier that was sometimes present) made her a lot of fun to be around. We loved having her and we would definitely welcome her… read more
(Excellent)
28 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Hanzhi) for host
I really enjoy my time at this community. It is a great community just like its name. I can find comfort, security, and happiness in this well-designed three-floor house (with a garden). Carlos and Cynthia are very welcoming and friendly. I met a bunch of amazing people here and learned a lot from them.
Usually, we work 5 hr per day. The work… read more
Usually, we work 5 hr per day. The work… read more
27 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Nathan) for host
I arrived there planning to stay 3 weeks and i ended up staying 2 months ! It's a wonderful place, Carlos and Cynthia are such a great host and i made very good friends there. There is a lot of diversity among the tasks : I cooked, cleaned, worked as a barista, took care of their social medias and more ! The neighborhood is really nice, one of the… read more
23 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jasper) for host
It was a fantastic home for my two months in Mexico City. Carlos and Cynthia work very hard to make this place a safe community that really feels like home.
The work at the place is fair and quite diverse. I worked as a barista, filmmaker, cook, and more during my stay.
Carlos and Cynthia have a genuine love for the backpacking community and do… read more
The work at the place is fair and quite diverse. I worked as a barista, filmmaker, cook, and more during my stay.
Carlos and Cynthia have a genuine love for the backpacking community and do… read more
21 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Léa) for host
Carlos and Cynthia are such lovely people! Always so joyful and positive ! Thank you very much for welcoming me. I’ve met really cool people there. They are creating a real community/family feeling ! I fully recommend this place, and hopefully I will come back one day :)
The accommodation is really clean and well organized. And the neighborhood… read more
The accommodation is really clean and well organized. And the neighborhood… read more
20 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Justine) for host
I had such a great stay there. I felt welcomed in a super warm, cozy, clean place and Cynthia and Carlos immediately made me feel at home. I made very nice friends that were like my family in Mexico. The tasks were diverse: social media, bartender, cooking, event organisation and I never got bored.
I highly recommend this experience and will make… read more
I highly recommend this experience and will make… read more
20 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Annelise) for host
This was my first work away experience and I am so grateful for it! Carlos and Cynthia are so lovely and have created such an incredible community for backpackers to be in. I really enjoyed the work and made some great friends as well. If I return to Mexico City I will be sure to see them again! Thank you both!
28 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jasmine)
Jas stayed with us for a month, and we really enjoyed her presence. She was very helpful, and always had a smile on her face. She was very willing to do any task, and a great cook! A very empathetic and entrepreneurial character, we would recommend Jas to anyone! She was very helpful in social media, cooking and bread making! Good luck on your… read more
(Excellent)
16 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Carlos) for host
Mi primera estancia en México no pudo arrancar de mejor manera que siendo recibido por Carlos y Cynthia. Soy un viajero que por lo general está enfocado en lo que hace y muy pocas veces se permite compartir en comunidad, pero con las dinámicas que se realizan como parte de la convivencia - almuerzos en grupo, noches de shabat, momentos de… read more
20 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Margaux) for host
This place really made me feel at home. Located in the Coyoacan area, 5 minutes from the metro and on a quiet street, this place is amazing.
Every week all the volunteers get together, sometimes for movie nights, game nights, socializing and the atmosphere is really serene. I have not stopped extending my stay. Thank you very much for everything.
Every week all the volunteers get together, sometimes for movie nights, game nights, socializing and the atmosphere is really serene. I have not stopped extending my stay. Thank you very much for everything.
29 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Margaux)
Margaux was such a lovely backpacker to host! She did graphic design projects for us and was helpful with cleaning. She connected with everyone well and truly added to the community aspect of our house. We loved having her here and would welcome her back in a heartbeat.
(Excellent)
16 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nia)
We loved getting to know Nia and seeing the way she connected with others in the community. She jumped into a big project we asked for help with, lead wonderful meditations, and added lots of interesting conversations to the house. We are thankful she joined us! It was great getting to host her.
(Excellent)
29 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Samantha & Harrison)
We appreciated Sam joining us, even for a short time! She offered english lessons and assisted in our cafe. She was a nice addition to our house and we'd happily welcome her back.
(Excellent)
7 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jonna) for host
I spent a month at the place and had a great time. The hosts and the manager are all very kind, fun and supportive. They all want you to have the best experience possible. They are also very informative when it comes to events and traditions in the city. The tasks are pretty light, mainly cleaning the living and office spaces, and if you have any… read more
5 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jonna)
Jonna was a wonderful volunteer to have around. She completed every task she was assigned in a timely manner, she was always willing to help, and did a great job being an intentional part of our community here. And she makes very cool videos! :)
(Excellent)
5 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Eloise)
Eloise is kind, intentional in her relationships, and a hard worker. She was great at getting to know others and showing up as herself-- which was perfect for our community and house. She was thorough in all her assigned tasks, produced quality work, and was always willing to jump in. We would highly recommend this backpacker!
(Excellent)
7 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Eloise) for host
This s truly a wonderful place ! I spent one month here in this community and I felt part of a little family. Carlos and Cynthia are such lovely people and they have a wonderful sense of humour! I really enjoyed getting to know everyone and the reflection times here are really special. The work is manageable and reasonable & they do their best to… read more
2 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Siro) for host
Carlos and Cynthia were both so warm, loving and kind to a complete stranger. The persons in charge were college students like myself at the time who I saw on a day to day basis and lived in same house as the volunteers. I really enjoyed my short-lived experience. I stayed on the top bunk of a double decker bed in room that had 2 more bunk beds.… read more
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Siro)
Siro is such a fun person to be around! He had to leave us earlier than planned and we miss him. But he left so he could be with family during a tough time because that is the kind of person he is. He brings so much life and energy when he enters a room. He’s funny and gets everyone laughing. He’s a very considerate and respectful individual .
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Rubina) for host
Wow I had the pleasure of staying here with this fabulous community of such kind hearted hosts in a beautiful area of Ciudad de Mexico for a few weeks. I will never forget my time there and all the activities and community projects we did together. Words cannot truly describe the hospitality and warmth of this place; I'm forever grateful for the… read more
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Rubina)
Rubina is such a joy to be around! She was our first Workawayer after a time of transition and made running the guest house so easy for our managers. She has skills in interior design, which she used to help us reorganize our exterior spaces.. Rubina is a light of kindness, positivity, and joy. She also has a willingness to join in community and… read more
(Excellent)
17 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Paolo) for host
Such a beautiful place, with good vibe and very nice people: i was going to stay 3 weeks and ended up staying 1month and half..
The job required is simple and not that hard and they try to make the best to let you feel at home.
The community moments are very nice and help to create an intimate and safe space where you can feel happy to share your… read more
The job required is simple and not that hard and they try to make the best to let you feel at home.
The community moments are very nice and help to create an intimate and safe space where you can feel happy to share your… read more
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Paolo)
Paolo is a responsible volunteer with a very willing attitude who always works hard. He takes initiative to solve problems and come up with projects that benefit our community. He is very friendly and thoughtful about loving others well. He also has a joyful and abundant sense of humor. He is community-minded and does his part to make our place… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Lancelot)
Lancelot is a driven, dedicated volunteer. His work–be it cleaning or cooking–was always done thoroughly and on time. He has a wonderful (but very dry) sense of humor that always gets a laugh. He never hesitates to engage those around him in intellectual conversations. He is curious and thoughtful, and is an amazing addition to our community.
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sean )
Sean is such a blessing to our organization. He has been so generous with his time, effort, and money. He is very intelligent and has done great work launching an app, reworking websites, and updating social media platforms. He has lots of experience and excellent taste, whether it be about food, coffee, or socio-cultural situations. He is very… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (SHING LAM)
Lam is such a peaceful presence in our community. He is a very steady person and easy to be around. Additionally, he is very wise and gives good advice. He emanates an encouraging and thoughtful spirit–he speaks what he believes, and in a loving way. He has a gift for encouragement and kind words. Everything about him is very genuine. He is very… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Looci)
Looci is a positive ball of energy! She is such a comfortable person to be around and has contagious excitement. From the moment she arrived, she has felt like an old friend. She is very skilled in a variety of things, from sewing to cooking to yoga to dancing. She painted a beautiful mural on our windows. We greatly appreciate her spontaneity and… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Onur is very willing and ready for any task we give him. He is a very thorough cleaner and will go above and beyond to get work done to help us maintain our space. He also is an amazing cook and has prepared wonderful Turkish food for us. He has a great attitude and is very open and willing to share about his life experiences. He has been a great… read more
(Excellent)
9 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
It was a great experience and an amazing time at this place. People who I meet were supernice. We had so many activities and celebrations. I had a super fun and enjoyable time also I had so much time to do my own work here. I am happy to be part of the team and I will visit again.Thanks to Cynthia and Carlos for invating me to this beautiful… read more
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeremy)
Jeremy is very hardworking and determined, evident in both his lifestyle and the work done for our organization. He is confident and decisive, making him a great addition to any team. His video editing skills in particular were greatly appreciated by our organization. He was also a blessing to our community as a continually hilarious presence and… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (LUKVAN)
Lukas jumped right into our community! He unfortunately could only be with us for a few days, but during that time he blessed us with his kind and vulnerable heart and his passion for gardening that we desperately needed. He generously helped us start a garden on our roof. We miss him and hope he can come stay with us again!
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jordan)
Jordan was a great addition to our community and it was saddening he had to leave as soon as he did. He is a very funny and positive presence. He is always down to take advantage of opportunities and though his time here was short, he felt like a part of the community immediately.
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mengxi)
Mengxi is an incredibly talented person! She drafted floor plans for us, cooked delicious meals for the house and won an intense game of Monopoly. She was always willing to help out on projects and cleaning around the house.
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Grant)
Grant is such a thoughtful person. He was always ready to have compelling philosophical discussions. He has a heart for teaching and sharing his thoughts about life and philosophy. He’s a great writer and helped write a script for an earthquake safety video at our guest house. He is a hard worker but also ready to have fun. Overall, Grant was a… read more
(Excellent)
31 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Salomão) for host
The community is amazing! All the staff have such a positive vibe and the atmosphere is very welcoming. They were very flexible and the commucation is always very clear. The cultural exchange is very rich with a great space for social interaction. It was my first workaway experience and I couldn't expect it to be any better.
All volunteers are… read more
All volunteers are… read more
16 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Suleman) for host
Before coming to the community, I really had no idea what to expect. It was hard to imagine what a modern Christian community in CDMX would be like. After spending one month working with these guys, I can say it was an absolute pleasure. The people really are warm-hearted, kind and open-minded people who appreciate creativity, spirituality and… read more
17 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Melina)
Melina came to as a volunteer hoping to experience our home, Mexico City and the culture/language. She was already very good in Spanish which was helpful in her transition into CDMX. She was a good help around the home, was easy to connect with right away and open to getting into deeper conversation. She started as a volunteer then moved to a… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Stefan) for host
Thanks very much for having me Cynthia, Carlos and the community. I enjoyed my experience here especially living with a great group of volunteers and community members. The work was varied during my time and included painting, helping tile a roof, cleaning and cooking. I appreciated the reflection times with Brenda and community meals and felt… read more
5 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (millerbernal) for host
Haber realizado el voluntariado aqui con ellos fue una de las bonitas expericiencias que tuve, pues de verdad te hacen sentir en comunidad. carlos y Cintia siempre dispuestos ayudar, Brenda es la mejor de todos pues con sus actividades te hace senti muy bien e integrado en la comunidad, mi tiempo aqui fue bueno, tienes tiempo para ti, para poder… read more
2 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (millerbernal)
Miller is a hard working colombian always looking for the bright side of the day, cool dud but a little too talkative.
(Excellent)
11 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kristina) for host
Cynthia and Carlos are simply amazing! They have so much love to give, an open heart and you will feel welcome and home from the very first moment. All the people here are just so caring and open, repectful and lovely... it feels like i can't even get close to describing them.
I loved my stay, which was unfortunately only for three (very short)… read more
I loved my stay, which was unfortunately only for three (very short)… read more
27 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ai) for host
I can't even begin to fully express how much I loved my stat at here. I've never traveled as part of a community before and I wasn't entirely convinced that I was built for such a set up. Well, this place definitely changed my mind! I feel so fortunate to have stumbled upon this amazing little community, tucked away in beautiful Coyoacan. Everyone… read more
20 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Feather Anna) for host
Words can not describe my love for this project.
This was my first work away and I was terrified. After just a few days there, I felt safe and at home, and requested to extend my stay to the maximum. After staying more than the maximum time, I left knowing that I will always have a home to return to in Mexico City.
They are religious but… read more
This was my first work away and I was terrified. After just a few days there, I felt safe and at home, and requested to extend my stay to the maximum. After staying more than the maximum time, I left knowing that I will always have a home to return to in Mexico City.
They are religious but… read more
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Feather Anna)
Feather was a great surprise for us! She needed sometime for adapt to our community and the way we do and the way we relate here but she made effort for be part of us. She always was hard worker, helping in whatever we needed. She is a great cook and she can do amazing meals with not to many things. She is very generous, she helped to others as… read more
(Excellent)
29 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Secil)
Seçil is such a beautiful girl. She came for spend few weeks with us and she always was very respectful with everything and everyone. She came for Christmas time she got involved with the events and party we made. We were so happy that sha came and stay with us! We wish you safe travels and if you come back to Mexico, come and visit us!
(Excellent)
22 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Eduardo)
We love Eduardo and his relaxed personlity. He always do his task and he do until the work is finish. He his very responsible and take care of the group. In the way he act and talk (and sometimes the little that speaks) we can appreciate that he is a wise person who never gets upset. He is a great observer! We are going to miss you! It was a… read more
(Excellent)
22 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Oscar)
Oscar was a great volunteer! He is very openmind and nice person, always with a smile in his mouth. When he is in home he create a nice and chill atmosphere with his guitar and his tranquil personality, what we like most about him was that and his hospitality. He cook very well and share with others his food, he is generous. Also he don't like… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sureya)
We only have beautiful words towards Sureya. She was a great volunteer and amazing person. She was getting involved in the community little by little and extending her stay with us. She finally spended three month with us. She loved to do many things and she was really multitask, sometimes she made more hours than she had to. She is clean person,… read more
(Excellent)
11 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sureya) for host
I am so grateful to have spent three months at this beautiful community in Coyoacán, Mexico City. Honestly, the people I met here were salt of the earth, good people.
I was able to be involved in many different activities as part of my volunteer hours: making drinks and crepes in the cafe, helping out at the UNAM english club, individual english… read more
I was able to be involved in many different activities as part of my volunteer hours: making drinks and crepes in the cafe, helping out at the UNAM english club, individual english… read more
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nadja)
Nadja was a great volunteer and a beautiful person. She was very easy going and always smiling and giving good energy and vibe to the Guest House. She was very tidy, responsible, organized and clean. It was a pleasure to have him with us. We wish you all the best and luck in your next steps! Thanks for being part of our community!
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel)
Sam was a great volunteer and a beautiful person. He came for three weeks and he spended almost three month with us. At the beginning he wasn't spend too much time in the Guest House but little by little he got involved in the community and being more present in the house. We love of him his smile, the deep thoughts he has, his cooking skills and… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Wojtek & Grażyna )
Wojtek and Grazyna were amazing and great people and volunteers! Of Wojtek we loved his sense of humor and the deep conversations and ideas that come to his mind. Of Grazyna we loved how easy going she was and she was tidy, clean and organized. Both of them are positive and they helped to creat a good atmosphere in the Guest House. They were hard… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Wojtek & Grażyna ) for host
This is an amazing place like we have never seen before. More than a workaway it is a real community where people of different cultures, countries and even religions come together to share and cherish their lives. It teaches humility and kindness and its real fun to spend your time there. As with all communities, it's the people that create the… read more
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Malachi)
Only we have beautiful words if we talk about him. We loved him since he arrived home. At the firts look, he seems quite introvertive and isolated person but not at all. We really enjoy and have fun with his jokes and with his sense of humor. He always did his job, he helped us doing some programing things and cleaning the Guest House. He tryed to… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Tate)
Tate was a great volunteer and a beautiful and amazing person! Since he arrived home we loved him, the way he speaks and how funny he is. He love make jokes and riddles! He was always able to help in the Guest House when we needed extra hand and he always did his job. He is opend mind, charm, tidy and very warm person. It was a pleasure to have… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacob)
Jacob was a great volunteer. He had been short time with us but he always was open mind, responsible and giving word and positive energy to the house. We loved his smile and when we played the guitard, we would have loved listen him longer. He was a person with very clear ideas of what he wanted and he left the Guest House for look for them, we… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Wing Sze)
Sissy is an excellent volunteer and great person. We love her since she arrived home. She is very positive, energetic girl and she smile and make jokes often. She always did her job on time and we didn't need to stay behing her. She is very responsible and organized. We love how talented and creative she is. She made for us beautiful draws and she… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Tobias)
Tobi is an amazing and great volunteer! We were so happy that he applied and came to our community. He is very clean, tidy organized and responsable. He help us to manage part of the Guest House and he did a great job. His Spanish was getting better everyday and he spoke many languages. We love his humor and how tender and charm he can be. We are… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Karisma)
Karisma is a beautiful soul. She applied for stay with us 4 weeks and half but she decided to come back home early because she was not feeling well. If you gave her an specific work, she did it without problems and is a great cleaner. In our community is necessary to get involved and try to be open and socialize with the other volunteers and for… read more
(Good)
15 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Erin)
Erin was a great girl. She apply for stay for two month with us but she could stay just a week. She was spending not good time and feelimg bad and she needed to come back home to fix everything. We felt sorry that she had to leave has because she was hard work, commited and she wanted to got involved in the community as we like. She is lovely and… read more
(Very good)
10 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Susi)
Susi empezó de voluntaria con nosotros por tres meses y posteriormente le ofrecimos ser la manager de la comunidad ya que estábamos muy contestos con ella. Es una persona muy responsable y respetuosa. Sabe trabajar en equipo y escuchar las necesidades de cada uno. Se preocupa de que a la Guest House no le falte de nada, es muy organizada de los… read more
(Excellent)
4 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Belen)
Belen was a wonderful volunteer. Very kind and fun and a good helper. Definitely snatch her up if she comes your way :)
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Belen) for host
Cynthia and Carlos have created such a sweet little community based around the project! This place felt like home right away~ Stay here if you want to experience COMMUNITY! Thank you for everything :)
19 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
David stayed with us for six months and was a wonderful volunteer and friend. An extremely talented and hard worker and a warm, genuine person that fit perfectly in our community. He has excellent graphic design and photography/videography skills (which is mostly what he did with us) and he cooks INCREDIBLE international food (made some of the… read more
(Excellent)
29 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (desiderata)
It was so great having Hennessy volunteer with us in Mexico City. She's an absolute joy to be around and was willing and able to do all tasks asked of her. We're bummed she couldn't stay for ever but we wish her all the best with whatever she does next. If she happens to come your way, snatch her up quick!
P.S. habla perfectamente español :)
P.S. habla perfectamente español :)
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Yulia)
Yulia was SUCH an incredible guest. Stayed with us for two months and we wish she could have stayed longer! She worked skillfully and diligently in our cafe, learning quickly and always doing what we asked of her with no complaints. She brought a wonderful life to our space and we hope she comes back to visit soon!
(Excellent)
6 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Kirill & Sneha)
Kirill and Sneha are very talented programmers and did great work while they were here. They were open to being part of our community and were very respectful towards other people. While we were pretty much closed over Christmas, Kirill and Sneha proved to be very trustworthy people and looked after the hostel really well. We are really excited… read more
(Very good)
6 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Virna)
Virna was a wonderful volunteer and we already can´t wait to see her again! She was one of the most thorough cleaners we have had, and was always very respectful of and caring towards other volunteers. She really invested in our community and was open to joining us for our meditation and reflection sessions and other social events. Virna was very… read more
(Excellent)
3 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mariah) for host
It is an amazing community and a wonderful place to be a part of! :)
29 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Arimo) for host
This is a wonderful place! :) Like so many other volunteers before me, I ended up extending my stay, spending a month there. This is a Christian community and many of the shared activities have a Christian perspective. Still, they are acceptive towards different backgrounds and I felt very welcome as a non-Christian.
This is definitely a… read more
This is definitely a… read more
5 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Drake)
Drake was a great addition to our team! It was easy to work with him ,he was very clean and responsible. We miss him already. We definitely recommend having him as a workawayer in the future!
(Excellent)
29 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Drake) for host
This hostel is a wonderful, absolutely safe place to be in Mexico City. I enjoyed every second of my stay, and would recommend it to anyone wanting to have a safe place to stay in the city. I also recommend that you not be perturbed by the rules, they are there to create a safe place where you can sleep at night and not have to worry about drunk… read more
5 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Cintia & David)
We loved having David and Cintia on our team. They are good communicators, easy to work with, and quick learners. They were very attentive to everyone in our community and we will miss them greatly. We enjoyed all our meals together and the work they both did really added to our community and helped us to continue to pursue our values. They were… read more
(Excellent)
1 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Cintia & David) for host
Our experience was amazing! The hostel and all the people are very warm. We felt very welcome and met many friends.
David worked in Graphic design, making some pieces and taking photographs.
And I had the opportunity to learn from Andre and Vale to work as a barista and collaborate in the cafeteria.
They were always attentive to accommodate our… read more
David worked in Graphic design, making some pieces and taking photographs.
And I had the opportunity to learn from Andre and Vale to work as a barista and collaborate in the cafeteria.
They were always attentive to accommodate our… read more
