Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 2

I had a great time hosting Harry and Capucine. Capucine was the one who contacted me. I could see from the start that she was professional from the way she communicated; it was quick and and clear. Harry is a knowledgeable man; you can talk to him about anything. Capucine was truly helpful. She even worked on her own time to get things done. In addition to the hard work on the farm, Capucine kindly helped me organize the kitchen and cooked many wonderful meals. The house was clean and organized when they were here. They both helped me with laying bricks for the garage entrance, collecting leaves for composting, helping in a wood workshop, working with children at the local school, and etc. They didn't have dietary requirements, so we went out and tried out tasty local food at many places!

Staying with Espe and Seba was wonderful! The work at reception is fun and easy and the whole hostel is very clean and calm and has a cozy and friendly feeling to it. In the same way the guests are also mostly very nice and relaxed. I ended up staying for 6 weeks and I got really lucky because I broke my foot and they kept me around and managed it, so that I could still work :) They were so kind and helpful and fun, I reallyreally enjoyed my time here. Thank you Espe and Seba for inviting me to your home and being such nice people! I'm so happy to have gotten to know you and I'm hoping very much to see you again in the future! 🌻

Our time with Carlo with excellent. He is an industrious person and kept himself busy either weeding the vegetable garden which he did very well, or splitting a huge pile of gum logs for our fire. This was exceptionally heavy work but he did it very willingly and with great humour. He was good to talk to and was always so obliging of what we asked him to do. We would recommend Carlo as a very nice person, a very willing worker and just good company to have around. We met his partner, Natalie, as well and she is also very nice, although she didn't work on our property but had another job a long way over the other side of Christchurch city. They left the flat very nice and clean and even changed the linen and washed it for me!! If you have them working for you it would be a great experience and would definitely improve your life.

Ruby was a pleasure to have at the farm and I would definitely recommend her to other hosts. She stayed with us for 2 weeks and then returned for another 5 days. She has a bubbly personality and a positive outlook - she was always making us smile! She was also easy going and happy to help with any tasks. I'd welcome her back anytime.

Thank you so much, Albert, for the marvelous two weeks we spend together. We had rough weather these winter days. It was cold, wet and windy outside, but the fire was burning in the stove and we kept the spirit high while working in our clay house. Albert was very knowledgeable and hands on with the tasks that were needed. We listened to sunny music while working and enjoyed the time spent together. In the evenings we would often play board games and Albert gave us also some chi gong lessons, that were very valuable for us. We shared some deep conversations and had quite some common ideas about life itself.

Caroline is the kind of volunteer who changes the feeling of a place simply by being there. She carries a rare, uplifting energy that draws people together and makes everyone feel seen, welcome, and included. Whether sharing an adventure or a simple day’s work, she moves through each moment with warmth, positivity, and an effortless willingness to help. She has a beautiful way of turning strangers into friends and groups into something that feels like family. Her spirit shines brightest in shared experiences, where her joy, kindness, and even her lovely singing leave a lasting impression. Caroline is not just a volunteer — she is a presence that makes any environment brighter, lighter, and more connected. Any host fortunate enough to welcome her will quickly understand how special she truly is.

I spent almost two weeks here. I had a really good time there. Yvette always made sure I have time to rest in between and offered me, to take me with her to spend some time in the city center. The dogs are very lovely and even if it can get challenging you get rewarded with lots of kisses and cuddly dogs.

Just a Great couple . Loved to host them

Excelente persona, excelente compañera, deseamos que siempre te vaya bien en tu vida y que jamás dejes de sonreír...

It has been a pure delight to host Janne. She is a dedicated and passionate and generous contributor. She is very patient and detailed oriented in all the activities she has been involved in, showing genuine care in all that she does. We enjoyed her presence and intelligent and light hearted conversations. We wish her all the best for her path and she is always welcome to come back. Thank you , thank you Janne.

Ich war kein typischer Voluntär bei euch, sondern einfach mehrere Stunden pro Woche in meiner freien Zeit da, während ich ein Workaway an einer anderen Stelle in Xela gemacht habe. Aber ich bin immer und immer wieder gekommen, weil ich die Atmosphäre bei euch so sehr geliebt habe. Die bunten Stoffe , das Weben , die warmherzigen Frauen, einfach alles! Ich danke euch für diese tolle Erfahrung und werde euch nie vergessen!

Es war absolut super bei euch zu arbeiten. Das Hostel ist ein wundervoller Ort mit Wohlfühleffekt. Ich hatte ein gemütliches Zimmer für mich allein. Die Arbeit an der Rezeption war easy und hat Spaß gemacht. Javier, du warst bei allen Fragen immer für mich da! Ganz besonderen Dank dafür! Das Hostel ist ein toller Treffpunkt für tolle Menschen, die in Xela eine kurze oder längere Zeit verbringen wollen. Man kann viele neue Bekanntschaften machen und Freundschaften schließen. Auch zu Locals. Ich kann das Hostel nur wärmsten empfehlen und werde bestimmt wiederkommen , ob zum helfen oder um Urlaub zu machen, das wird sich zeigen.

Céleste ce fût un réel plaisir de te rencontrer , tout les amis t’ont adoré, en même temps c’est ça d’être super cool :) Merci pour le travail autonome, le sérieux et surtout la DÉTERMINATION dont tu fais preuve. Il faut beaucoup de courage pour réaliser ses rêves et tu as beaucoup de rêves et énormément de courage Tu es une personne ultra intéressante, intelligente et agréable. Quoi dire de plus si ce n’est que tu as enchanté toutes les personnes qui ont eu la chance de te rencontrer Prends soin de toi et de ta maison roulante Bisous de Puffy et moi 😅 À bientôt peut-être Xav

My stay at this retreat centre in Hawaii was truly unforgettable. Scottie is incredibly intelligent and visionary. Alongside dedicated work traders, he has created a beautiful, self sustaining property rooted in conservation, ecosystem awareness, and modern wellness methods. The land is abundant with delicious fruits and thoughtfully cultivated resources. Every need was cared for with intention and generosity. One of the most inspiring parts of my stay was witnessing the very beginning stages of a pyramid being built on the property. It was powerful to see such an ambitious and symbolic structure take shape from the ground up. I also built strong and meaningful connections with the other work traders. The sense of community, shared purpose, and hands on learning made the experience deeply enriching. I highly recommend this retreat center to anyone interested in learning about wellness, sustainability, conservation, and ecosystem based living through practical and modern approaches. It is more than a place to stay. It is an experience.

Ola Becky :) Thank you for your help It wasn’t this easy, however you did good with all the weeding, you have helped me well with the wood, with tidying the outside kitchen, with the cars, with the gardening I hope that now you are more than ready for the next adventure Take care Xav

Yann and Pauline assisted with gardening and cleaning. They were independent, self managed, and easy to communicate with. They are lovely people and I'd recommend them to anyone who is lucky enough to have their help. They made a huge difference to my garden with the bigger tasks that I don't get to. Now when I look at my garden I feel great satisfaction. The house cleaning was also much appreciated.

I had the pleasure to stay with Anthony and his mom Martina for 2 weeks! Their home is really welcoming and the work is dynamic. I made some flyers on canva, worked in the garden, made banana bread and cooked for the other volunteers and guests. Being able to join the yoga class and cacao ceremony was amazing! All meals being included is also a great perk! To consider before you apply : The house is surrounded by a wonderful garden, unfortunately it's on a really busy road. I'm not a light sleeper but still the noise had an impact on my sleep and my energy - bring earplugs! Even though it's located in Masaya, it's closer to Managua. Still possible to visit Masaya and Granada from there, but more doable on your days off than after work :) Anthony can be very sarcastic and he doesn't shy away from debating his volunteers/guests political views/opinion/values and challenging their food restriction. He wasn't keen in answering my clarifying questions about the tasks, which impacted the communication. Overall it was a positive experience in my travels around Nicaragua! Thanks Anthony & Martina for this exchange!

We had a wonderful experience hosting Rikki during the 6 weeks she stayed with our family. From the very beginning, she connected perfectly with all of us, and the children felt comfortable and familiar with her almost immediately. Rikki is very easy to live with: she is sweet, organized, considerate, fun, and highly responsible. She brought a warm and positive energy to our home and quickly became part of the family. We are truly happy to have shared this time with her and feel very grateful for the experience. She absolutely deserves the very best, and we wish her all the happiness and success in her future adventures.