Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 7

The atmosphere at this hostel is truly unique — it’s one of those rare places where people still genuinely connect and spend time together. We had an amazing time, not only with Nico and the other volunteers, but also with the guests. There were many memorable evenings, including lots of fun Catan games. The structured work schedule made it easy to plan excursions and explore the surroundings. Nico’s recommendations for the area were incredibly valuable and made our stay even better. Thank you for all the delicious food, your patience with our Spanish, and for creating such a special experience. We are truly grateful for the time we spent here — it’s something we will never forget. All the best for the future!

With her pleasant, attentive, genuinely friendly, calm, humorous and extremely energetic manner, Nadja filled us with a deep sense of gratitude and optimism. We had picked her up from her previous host and arrived at our property together with her. When we realised that the storm had knocked over a huge tree, we couldn’t believe it when she simply remarked: “I’ve done a chainsaw course”. One doubt remains... do mythical creatures like fairies, good elves or dwarves really exist??? :) THANK YOU, Nadja, for everything!!! We wish you all the love and happiness in the world for your ambitious future plans! And should you ever want to come back, please let us know in good time so we can get hold of a French horn. THANKS to Workaway!

I stayed for about a week in early October 2025 and had a beautiful time, even in such a short stay. Catherine and Wouter are both lovely, family centred people who made me feel very welcome. I learned so much about straw house building, which was incredibly interesting and hands on. Getting to use a saw was a highlight. I also really appreciated being treated the same as the boys I was working alongside, which created a very inclusive and respectful environment. I loved looking through the Workaway book and hearing that their favourite part of building their home was meeting people from all around the world. There is so much heart in what they have created. My gluten free vegetarian diet was accommodated without any fuss, which I really appreciated. Instructions and communication were always clear, making everything feel easy and well organised.

Yeny y Conchi me han cuidado como su propio hijo. Tienen corazones del oro, son graciosos, y Yeny cocinas ricisimo. No debería haber esperado una experiencia mejor que esta. Muchas gracias!

Fadiana is super hard worker, she help us as soon as she arrive and was ready for house task or anything we need :) delicius Haiti food and care for the cats and pets, thanks youu alot and we will miss you arround :) big hug for youu!!

Sunny is very authentic, love the animals and is very helpfull when it comes some house tasks or anything you ask help for, thanks alot Sunny hope life allways get you some beautifull memories and we send you a big hug 😊🫶🏽

Samuel is an exceptional young man. Confident, helpful and respectful. Such a wonderful addition our family for a short wile. Always in a good mood he made every day count and fun. Whatever the task he doesn’t mind doing it and does it well. We will all miss him dearly, including Ludwig! (The dog) Best of luck in travel and life!

As many before me, this was my first Workaway experience, and I could not be more grateful. Both Gudrun and Paulo are such kind, easygoing, and funny people. I would say their rich life experiences have really shaped who they are and the lifestyle they live. I will miss them. I also really enjoyed taking care of the animals, they all have such great personalities. Besides taking care of them in the morning and afternoon, you are free to do whatever you like. For me, this meant riding, giving the small pony (Mitcho) a spa treatment, learning guitar, or taking walks in the beautiful landscape. This is truly a perfect opportunity to enjoy life. I also had the pleasure of meeting some of their friends and family. When the weather was nice, we went for lunch at a local café or visited the beautiful Portuguese coast. Thank you for sharing your home and culture! All the best! /Selma

Genevie is amazing, she is an excellent person, She is the kind of person who exudes peace and a desire to continue helping people. she was always willing to help us; the students and teachers loved her classes. Genevie is very responsable, proactive, she is always helping people to get solutions, and she is always happy. We highly recommend her as a teacher and friend. Genevieve was helping us for more than 3 weeks so we really apreciate all her help. We are gonna miss you Genevieve 🙏❤️

Simona and her family hosted me like I was part of their family ! They showed me around the town and the incredible landscapes of their surroundings. Lanciano is a very beautiful little town, halfway between the sea and the mountains, which makes it a very beautiful spot in the Italian landscape. I was able to improve a lot my Italian learning, speaking and sharing everyday with this very nice family and lovely dog ! :) I hope to get the chance to meet you again soon :)

Thank you so much for every smile you brought to us. Yui is a kind person whom you can live with and you feel that the world is still having caring people. He was so nice, caring and amazing with our children coz he taught our children different origami designs and everyone was so impressed. he cooked for us a Japanese meal which was so yummy for our family at home. For very host I recommend to you Yui coz he is a person who is willing to help in every situation comes in.

Pavel is a hard worker, thank you for the work on the climbing tree and all the other things you did for us, it was amazing to meet you Pavel, since day one he get his hands on the work allways pushing for productivity. Thanks alot brother hope life gets only better for you 🫡✅🙏🏽

Seline is an excellent person; she was always willing to help us; the students and teachers loved her classes. Seline is very responsable, proactive, she is always helping people to get solutions, and she is always happy. We highly recommend her as a teacher and friend. Seline was helping us for two weeks so we really apreciate all her help. We are gonna miss you seline🙏❤️

I stayed at the castle for over a month, from late August to early October, and it was easily one of my favourite Workaway experiences. The sense of community was beautiful, and I made so many meaningful friendships during my time there. The structure of the community is very thoughtfully designed, you’re given a great deal of autonomy, both in choosing the work you contribute to and in how you approach it. I especially appreciated the opportunity to work on two short promotional videos for the academy, which I absolutely loved. Shared responsibilities, like cooking, were organised in a really supportive way. You were always paired with someone else, which made it more enjoyable and took the pressure off. Expectations were clear, and everything felt well-balanced. There was also a strong focus on connection and creativity. I enjoyed the interesting talks and discussions, and anyone could offer an activity. During my stay, we had everything from salsa classes and yoga to puzzles, card games, hide and seek, soap making, and even ecstatic dance, there was always something fun happening. The surrounding area is stunning, and I loved exploring it by bike. We also went on frequent excursions with the other volunteers, which added even more to the experience. Overall, it was a truly magical and enriching time that I’ll always remember.

Dear Tim, thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words – they truly mean a lot to us. From the very beginning, it was clear that you were not just “another helper,” but someone genuinely interested, curious, and open to learning. Your motivation to speak German and to understand the culture was something very special – and honestly, your German is excellent. You made it easy and enjoyable to communicate, and that is not something we take for granted. You worked independently, reliably, and with a great sense of responsibility. Especially with the clothes, you were a huge help – and you made a real difference. And we must say: you are also a wonderful cat-sitter. The cats clearly approved – and that says a lot. You set the bar very high for future helpers… maybe even a little too high 😉 You definitely spoiled us. But more than that – you were simply a pleasure to have around. Easygoing, respectful, and always willing to learn and contribute. You will always be very welcome here. Not just as a Workawayer, but as part of the family. Take care, keep your curiosity alive, and we hope to see you soon again. Also Jackie ist more than welcome in our home. Warm regards, Kerstin & Carsten PS: All the books are waiting for you!!!

Nous avons passé une semaine chez Aziz pendant les vendanges et avons vécu une superbe expérience. Aziz transmet sa passion pour le vin et nous apprend à vendanger mais aussi à trier, egrapper, envoyer le raisin en cuve, lancer les levures, faire le remontage, surveiller la fermentation...bref tant de facettes essentielles à cette période de l'année. Les moments partagés sont très chaleureux, Aziz est accueillant, adore raconter des histoires et on a passé de bons moments à refaire le monde autour d'un verre de vin. On cuisine les repas tous ensemble ce qui donne un côté très familial à l'expérience. Quant au logement c'est très simple et rustique, pas très confortable mais ça fait le travail pour la période de vendanges. Merci pour cette belle expérience et à bientôt Aziz !

todo excelente en el taller de Israel. Está es mi primera vez España y todos me hacen sentir como en casa. aprendí nuevas técnicas de arte y bailamos Bachata

Maruschka was a wonderful part of our team during her stay. She is warm, thoughtful, and very attentive to the people around her. She naturally cares about the well-being of others and brings a calm, positive energy to the space. She works very well in a team and collaborates smoothly with other volunteers, but she is also perfectly capable of working independently when needed. One thing that stood out was her ability to observe where support was needed in the organization. She often noticed areas that could be improved and proactively suggested ideas, then worked together with others to make them happen. Her execution is strong and reliable. When she commits to a task, she follows through with care and responsibility. I’m very grateful for her help during this period. Maruschka brought not only practical support but also a really beautiful energy to the team. Any host would be lucky to welcome her.

Had a lovely time with Elena and her family. Beautiful, kind and well-meaning. Loved our Lively conversations, playing with the kids and a bike ride to gelato 😊

Oh boy where do I even start... My stay with Greg was just incredible. From the very beginning he always made sure I felt comfortable and safe, he was always kind and respectful and welcomed me into his home with great energy, genuine interest and a relaxed attitude. Which I, especially as a solo female traveler, appreciate greatly. During my stay we connected, shared meals, practiced yoga, had great conversations and worked on the property together. The jungle property is just incredibly beautiful. From feeding wildlife, looking for semi-precious stones, checking the perimeter to garden and landscaping work... my experience was rewarding both because I was surrounded by lush greenery but also because of Greg's positive attitude. The accommodation is very comfortable, with everything you need after a day of working. I especially loved how we connected through yoga and our shared love for Thai and Indian cuisine. Greg was very kind and showed me lots of interesting movies and definitely sharpened my knowledge of cinema! :) Thank you Greg for this amazing opportunity to slow down, be in nature, contribute, learn and simply be human.