Join a unique cultural space where travellers and locals come together in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico

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  Description

  Hello Workawayer!
  (español abajo)
  This isn't just a place to sleep. People come here looking for something real, and that's exactly what we protect.
  You won't find packaged tourist programs. The joy is in what emerges: the conversations on the terrace, the dinners we all organize, the people who pass by and change your perspective. Here, you create the trip yourself.
  
  How do we achieve this? With a team of volunteers who are the essence of the place. They're not employees; they're self-motivated travelers, people eager to create something genuine. They're the ones who keep alive that energy of community and authenticity that defines us so much.
  
  
  - no es solo un lugar para dormir. La gente viene aquí buscando algo auténtico, y eso es precisamente lo que protegemos.
  No encontrarás paquetes turísticos prefabricados. La alegría está en lo que surge: las conversaciones en la terraza, las cenas que organizamos, la gente que pasa y te cambia la perspectiva. Aquí, tú mismo creas el viaje.
  
  ¿Cómo lo logramos? Con un equipo de voluntarios que son la esencia del lugar. No son empleados; son viajeros automotivados, personas con ganas de crear algo genuino. Son quienes mantienen viva esa energía de comunidad y autenticidad que tanto nos define.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Hospitality/Tourism

  Light maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Fitness

  

  Architecture

  

  Water sports

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Hiking

  

  Mountain

  

  Nature

  

  Dancing

  

  Beach

  

  Adventure sports
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  ENGLISH:
  Experience and Development (For proactive people eager to learn):
  
  🧠 Practical Skills Training: You'll learn hostel operations, customer service, and, if you're interested, basic NLP principles and effective communication to improve your interactions.
  
  📚 Knowledge Sharing: Weekly sessions where the team shares a skill (from baking bread to editing videos or optimizing a workout routine). Your knowledge is valued here.
  
  💼 High-Value Networking: You'll connect with travelers and professionals from around the world, many of them with like-minded people. Expand your international network.
  🏐 Sports exchanges always help keep us connected: surfing, boxing, dancing.
  
  
  ESPAÑOL
  Experiencia y Desarrollo (Para personas proactivas con ganas de aprender):
  
  🧠 Entrenamiento en Habilitudes Prácticas: Aprenderás operaciones de un hostal, atención al cliente, y si te interesa, principios básicos de PNL y comunicación efectiva para mejorar tus interacciones.
  
  📚 Intercambio de Conocimientos (Knowledge Sharing): Sesiones semanales donde el equipo comparte un skill (desde hacer pan hasta editar videos o optimizar una rutina de entrenamiento). Tu conocimiento es valorado aquí.
  
  💼 Networking de Alto Valor: Conectarás con viajeros y profesionales de todo el mundo, muchos de ellos con mentalidad similar a la tuya. Amplía tu red de contactos internacional.
  🏐el intercambio deportivo siempre ayuda a mantenernos en conexion, surf, box, baiIe.

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  Help

  We offer clear roles with defined schedules: 6 hours per day, 5 days a week (morning or afternoon shifts). The rest of your time is free to explore, play sports, or connect with others.
  
  Activities for guests (Outgoing, Energetic & Service-Oriented Profile)
  • 4-hour shifts (5 days on, 2 days off)
  • Perfect for those who enjoy a dynamic environment, meeting new people, and providing excellent customer service.
  
  Social Media & Activities (Creative, Outgoing & Proactive Profile)
  • 5-hour shifts (5 days on, 2 days off)
  • Ideal for people who enjoy creating content, taking photos and videos, engaging with guests, organizing activities, and helping create a fun and memorable community atmosphere.
  
  Reception & Management (Communicative, Organized & Responsible Profile)
  • 5-hour shifts (5 days on, 2 days off)
  • Ideal for individuals who enjoy organizing processes, assisting guests, and interacting with people.
  
  ESPAÑOL:
  Ofrecemos roles claros con horarios definidos: 5 horas al día, 5 días a la semana (turnos de mañana o tarde). El resto de tu tiempo es libre para explorar, practicar deportes o conectar con otras personas.
  
  Actividades para huéspedes (Perfil Extrovertido, Enérgico y Orientado al Servicio)
  Turnos de 4 horas (5 días de trabajo y 2 días libres).
  Perfecto para quienes disfrutan de un ambiente dinámico, conocer gente nueva, brindar una excelente atención al cliente y colaborar en la organización de actividades sociales.
  
  Redes Sociales y Actividades (Perfil Creativo, Sociable y Proactivo)
  Turnos de 5 horas (5 días de trabajo y 2 días libres).
  Ideal para personas que disfrutan crear contenido, tomar fotos y videos, interactuar con los huéspedes, organizar actividades y contribuir a crear un ambiente divertido y una comunidad memorable.
  
  Recepción y Gestión (Perfil Comunicativo, Organizado y Responsable)
  Turnos de 5 horas (5 días de trabajo y 2 días libres).
  Ideal para personas que disfrutan organizar procesos, atender a los huéspedes e interactuar con la gente.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent
  French: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  As part of the family you can practice different languages because we are a multicultural family and we have a Spanish teacher in our team.
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  Accommodation

  ENGLISH:
  🛌 Stable and Tidy Accommodation: One bed in a shared space (maximum 9 people). We value your privacy and rest. We are not a crowded dorm.
  
  🔒 Large Security Locker: So you can store your gear and belongings with peace of mind, knowing they're safe while you're out exploring or playing sports.
  
  🥗 Breakfast: We offer energetic breakfasts for our volunteers, (vegetarian/vegan options), and access to a kitchen that is always clean and organized.
  
  💡 Personal station: Each bed has:
  
  Dedicated power outlets (never fight over an outlet!).
  
  Individual reading lamp (control your own light without disturbing others).
  
  Individual fan (choose your own temperature and airflow).
  
  Climate Comfort and Guaranteed Connectivity:
  
  ❄️ Central Air Conditioning: We maintain a cool and comfortable common area throughout the day.
  
  📶 High-Speed ​​Satellite WiFi: Stable and powerful connection so you can plan your next adventures, study, or stay in touch with your family without interruptions.
  
  Impeccable Cleaning and Maintenance:
  
  🧼 Weekly Deep Cleaning: A dedicated service takes care of a thorough cleaning of your room and common areas. Just worry about keeping your personal space tidy, we'll take care of the rest.
  
  🔧 Ongoing Maintenance: We resolve any technical issues (electricity, Wi-Fi, air conditioning) quickly and efficiently.
  
  🏐 Access and Discounts on Sports Activities: Surfing, yoga, hiking, climbing. We facilitate access and often go in groups.
  
  🌎 Base to Explore: Strategic location for you to practice your sports and explore the natural surroundings of Puerto Escondido and above all find REAL experiences of Mexico and its people, we are not a place of prefabricated experiences
  
  ESPAÑOL:
  🛌 Alojamiento Estable y Ordenado: Una cama en un espacio compartido (máximo 9 personas). Valoramos tu privacidad y tu descanso. No somos un dormitorio abarrotado.
  
  🔒 Locker de Seguridad Grande: Para que guardes tu equipo y pertenencias con tranquilidad mental, sabiendo que están seguras mientras estás fuera explorando o practicando deportes.
  
  🥗 Desayuno: Ofrecemos desayunos energéticos, opciones vegetarianas/veganas, y acceso a una cocina siempre limpia y organizada.
  
  💡 Estación Personal: Cada cama cuenta con:
  
  Enchufes dedicados (¡nunca pelees por un tomacorriente!).
  
  Lámpara de lectura individual (controla tu propia luz sin molestar a los demás).
  
  Ventilador individual (elige tu propia temperatura y flujo de aire).
  
  Confort Climático y Conectividad Garantizada:
  
  ❄️ Aire Acondicionado Central: Mantenemos un ambiente común fresco y cómodo durante todo el día.
  
  📶 WiFi Satelital de Alta Velocidad: Conexión estable y potente para que puedas planificar tus próximas aventuras, estudiar o mantenerte en contacto con tu familia sin interrupciones.
  
  Limpieza y Mantenimiento Impecables:
  
  🧼 Limpieza Profunda Semanal: Un servicio dedicado se encarga de la limpieza a fondo de la habitación y áreas comunes. Tú solo preocúpate de mantener tu espacio personal ordenado, nosotros nos encargamos del resto.
  
  🔧 Mantenimiento Continuo: Resolvemos cualquier inconveniente técnico (luz, WiFi, aire) con rapidez y eficiencia.
  
  🏐 Acceso y Descuentos en Actividades Deportivas: Surfeo, yoga, hiking, escalada. Te facilitamos el acceso y a menudo vamos en grupo.
  
  🌎 Base para Explorar: Ubicación estratégica para que practiques tus deportes y explores los entornos naturales de Puerto Escondido y sobre todo encuentres esperiencias REALES de mexico y su gente, no somos un lugar de experiencias prefabricadas

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  What else ...

  WE'RE NOT A PARTY PLACE.
  We're looking for a team that enjoys healthy living and constant growth.
  Please message our past Workawayers (find them in the feedback section) before contacting us.
  
  NO SOMOS UN LUGAR DE FIESTA.
  Buscamos un team que disfrute de la vida sana y el crecimiento constante.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  We have starlink which is ideal to work online

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  Space for parking camper vans

  The campervans park right outside the hostel. The security cameras and Wi-Fi have good coverage. A bed is also available in the shared room if you prefer.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  It is possible to receive coworkers with pets, as long as it is understood that pets cannot sleep inside the room, they must be trained to live with other pets or children, in addition to respecting spaces where they cannot access such as the pool and kitchen.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

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