Volunteer in a busy, friendly hostel in Quito, Ecuador

Ecuador

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Evaluación del anfitrión
Comentarios
51
Última actividad
17/01/2022
Porcentaje de respuesta
96.2 %
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Descripción
We are back in business, albeit, at a snail's pace.The job is to help me with housekeeping, making beds, vacuuming, the reception duties. If you have some general maintenance skills that's would be really helpful. A basic understanding of Spanish is OK. 99% of our guests speak English. Your accommodation, breakfast and dinner would be included. No overnight shift here. Please respond in English only. Thanks!
Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Cocinar para toda la familia
Ayuda doméstica
Hostelería/turismo
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
I speak English, Spanish
Quito is breathtaking in more ways than one. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the volcanic mountains, parks, lushly forested hills, and a fertile valley. UNESCO named Quito a cultural heritage site. There is a lot to do and see. Hopefully, you decide to spend some time here.
Ayuda
Light housekeeping duties, reception duties.
Idiomas
Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Español: Fluido
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Alojamiento
Beds in a 6 bed dorm.
Un poco más de información
- Acceso a Internet
- Acceso a Internet limitado
- Tenemos animales
- Somos fumadores
- Puede alojar familias
Espacio para aparcar autocaravanas
We have a garage.
¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?
Uno
Horas esperadas
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Comentarios escritos sobre este anfitrión (51)

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Precisión del perfil:
(5.0)

Intercambio cultural:
(4.9)

Comunicación:
(5.0)

08/12/2021

Dejado por el workawayer (Eren) para el anfitrión

It was a great clean hostel so I felt very comfortable with Sandra being very clear on duties as well. As it was not a busy time I helped mainly on general cleaning. Sandra is very generous with the volunteers and she is doing her best to feel comfortable during their stay. I was very welcomed. She is very communicative and interactive, she values… read more

(Excelente )

07/12/2021

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Eren)

Eren volunteered in the hostel for a couple of weeks. She brought her experience working with the tourists in her homeland. She always displayed a positive, helpful attitude, socializing and making guest’s stay more pleasant. Many times she took initiative, doing housekeeping, and the reception work, without being asked. Making meals for staff was… read more

(Excelente )

22/11/2021

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Audrey)

Audrey is a very energetic and capable volunteer. She takes initiative without being told what to do. Her happy go lucky character, really infectious laugh and a great sense of humour stands above the others. She was very punctual and cooperative with the great attitude and patience for the guests . I wish she could have stayed longer. Definitely… read more

(Excelente )

10/11/2021

Dejado por el workawayer (Sage & Alahh) para el anfitrión

If you want a no bull-sh*t, hardworking, straightforward "boss" - you found the right place. Sandra is an authentic and well-informed wonder. She keeps her place in order and always has something to do. My partner and I were volunteers for a week and were missing our home away from home as soon as we left.
Sandra manages her business like a pro,… read more

(Excelente )

10/11/2021

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Sage & Alahh)

Sage and Al volunteered at the hostel for a week.
They worked on the house facade that was eroded and damaged by graffiti. Having no previous experience with plastering they learned on the job. The wall looks really well done and ready to be painted. They also helped with the general maintenance and were really friendly and respectful.
They have… read more

(Excelente )

13/03/2020

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Peter)

Peter worked in our busy hostel for a couple of weeks and he is everything you want in your volunteer; intelligent, dependable and hard working. He did every chore with enthusiasm and he was particularly keen on painting. He proved to be a team player and his peers like him very much. His well put together appearance and charming attitude goes a… read more

(Excelente )

13/02/2020

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Wilson)

Wilson is an exceptional person, worker and volunteer. He is skilled in many areas and never shies away from any given task. His cooking skills are way beyond what we are used in our hostel so it was a real treat when he cooked for us. He is intelligent and intuitive and does not need to be asked to help. Being able to prioritize the task on hand… read more

(Excelente )

03/02/2020

Dejado por el workawayer (Antonia) para el anfitrión

I already did a few workaways and that was definitely the best! I just stayed two weeks but i was super interesting, I learned a lot here. The work is nice and easy, a bit stressful in the morning but just keep smiling. I met a lot of nice people there, including Sandra the owner. Don't get scared of her the first days ^^(she always means well),… read more

(Excelente )

26/01/2020

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Petra)

Petra was an excellent volunteer. She is everything you would want in one person; super-helpful, emotionally intelligent, and knowledgeable in many areas. Being a skilled Excel language programmer, she voluntarily programmed a high- end spreadsheet that we now use daily. She is also very much at home in the kitchen. We enjoyed the meals and… read more

(Excelente )

18/01/2020

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Erik)

Erik is a nice, reliable, honest and helpful young guy. He volunteered for 3 weeks in our hostel during the very busy Christmas time. He helped with the reception and any guests related duties. He is a valuable team player and very considerate to everyone around him. He generously treated me and the staff with a delicious dinner he made himself. I… read more

(Excelente )

18/01/2020

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Anna)

Ida volunteered in our busy hostel for 5 weeks. Her colorful, fun, personality shines through everything she does. She learned and performed the reservation and receptions duties with ease. Ida always organized things in the kitchen without being asked. Because she likes moving all the time, she kept busy the entire shift. She takes her… read more

(Excelente )

15/01/2020

Dejado por el workawayer (Anna) para el anfitrión

I stayed in 5 weeks and loooved my stay in that hostal! It's the best deal I had so far during the time I've been volunteering because the food is super rich and healthy, the beds are big and comfy, the hostal is really clean, everything is well organized,it's a great location and Sandra (the owner) is the best! So funny, caring and I'll miss her… read more

(Excelente )

17/12/2019

Dejado por el workawayer (Jack) para el anfitrión

Sandra is an incredible lady, offering a phenomenal experience to learn the ins and outs of her great hostel. The hostel atmosphere is amazing and I know it sounds so cliche, but I really did feel at home here. The work done is so different to what I'm used to, which I'm happy about because it has broadened my skill set. Dealing with bookings is a… read more

(Excelente )

10/12/2019

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Jack)

Jack is very mature for his age. I was away for a half of his stay here. but did not have to worry because he performed the job spectacularly. Jack was very helpful to the guests and the rest of the staff, In a few weeks he learned all about running the hostel. He is respectful, punctual, tidy and overall well borough up young man. The best of all… read more

(Excelente )

24/10/2019

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Mona & Linus)

Mona and Linus volunteered for a couple of weeks in our hostel in Quito. It was a pleasure to have them here. They are intelligent, organized, physically strong and always willing to do more. Their helpful and positive attitude towards work and guests made the overall atmosphere in the hostel pleasant and relaxing. Helping to prepare meals that… read more

(Excelente )

23/10/2019

Dejado por el workawayer (Mona & Linus) para el anfitrión

The stay with Sandra was our first workaway experience and it was a great start.
We enjoyed working at the hostel a lot and the joined dinners made a very nice atmosphere.
Thanks for the experience definitely recommended.

(Excelente )

05/10/2019

Dejado por el workawayer (Luca & Elisabetta) para el anfitrión

We worked in Sandra's hostel for 3 weeks, and really enjoyed the time spent there. We learnt how to manage bookings and to deal with the daily duties of a hostel.
Sandra runs the place in an efficient and enthusiastic way. We felt responsible of the hostel's success and loved sharing moments with the guests.
We also had enough time to live Quito… read more

(Excelente )

11/09/2019

Dejado por el workawayer (Peyton & Andrew) para el anfitrión

We loved our stay here! In the 3 weeks we were at the hostel, we learned so much about working in a hostel and about the city of Quito. Sandra was the coolest host we could’ve asked for, she was supportive, friendly, and we always had a laugh. She always made a kick ass meal! We a lot of fun and are thankful for the opportunity we had here.… read more

(Excelente )

10/09/2019

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Peyton & Andrew)

Peyton and Andrew were super helpful at our hostel. I enjoyed having them around for their sense of humour and chilled co-operative attitude. Andrew helped with cooking and painting of our new “gym” space. Peyton is always organized and on the ball. Both did an awesome job at the reception, working with the guests etc. I am grateful they… read more

(Excelente )

19/08/2019

Dejado por el workawayer (Yarik ) para el anfitrión

I really enjoyed the time I spent here.
All these 3 weeks, along with Sandra and other volunteers, I felt like in a family.
Here you need to be responsible, but I hope that I managed.
In addition to work, I had enough free time to go about my business. I also really enjoy our traditional joint dinners and delicious Sandra cakes.
This is a great… read more

(Excelente )

16/08/2019

Dejado por el workawayer (Preston) para el anfitrión

This was a truly excellent volunteer exchange. Sandra, the other volunteers and myself took turns cooking delicious dinners to share, the work expected of me was quite easy to carry out and reasonable. One of my most enjoyable Workaways. Sandra and I shared many good conversations, drinks, and she even made me two birthday cakes!! Thank you from… read more

(Excelente )

12/08/2019

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Preston)

I am always grateful to have a capable volunteer but Preston is a lot more than that. He has so much integrity and respect for work and other people which made him my number one male volunteer in 5 years. He never ever complained about any work he had to do, which included 2 days of construction work helping a local contractor with installing dry… read more

(Excelente )

05/08/2019

Dejado por el workawayer (Lucia) para el anfitrión

I was volunteering at the hostel 6 weeks! I loved it! The location is great. The hostel has hot showers and an amazing breakfast! The hostel is really clean and has a good kitchen that everyone can use! I really recommend this hostel for everyone going to Quito!

(Excelente )

03/07/2019

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Wout)

It will be very hard to replace Wout after his two month stay in our hostel. His level of professionalism and desire to do things right is hard to find. He is intelligent and well educated which made it enjoyable to have conversations on many topics. His speaks and works in English and Spanish at the extremely proficient levels. His love for… read more

(Excelente )

18/06/2019

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Michael)

Michael is a really nice, cheerful, young man. Nothing was difficult for him. He always offered to help without having to be asked. He was completely functional in Spanish, and of course, his English was great. Being intelligent, he learned all the reception duties very quickly and was helpful and respectful to the guests. He was a team player and… read more

(Excelente )

07/06/2019

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Joan Marie)

I was really happy that Joan Marie chose to volunteer in our busy hostel for a month. She is very conscientious and reliable. Her spoken an written English is excellent. Due to her work as a teacher she was very patient and pleasant when dealing with the guests. We enjoyed her cooking and baking skills on many occasions. She is a team player and… read more

(Excelente )

05/06/2019

Dejado por el workawayer (Joan Marie) para el anfitrión

ES: estuve en mes en el hostel, fue una gran experiencia, me ayudó a mejorar mi inglés y a compartir con personas de todas partes del mundo. Estoy muy agradecida de Sandra por la oportunidad y su acogida, fue comprensiva con mi opción alimenticia (vegan), siento que logramos una buena relación y comunicación con ella y los otros… read more

(Excelente )

16/02/2019

Dejado por el workawayer (Ryan) para el anfitrión

I stayed at Sandras for 2 weeks and it was so much fun, Sandra is an incredible woman and runs a tight hostel, her kitchen is the best i've seen in any hostel very clean and packed with everything you need, i love the way you get to take turns cooking and Sandra also cooks tasty meals,the rooftop has an amazing view over Quito and in a great… read more

(Excelente )

27/12/2018

Dejado por el workawayer (Bruna & Paula) para el anfitrión

This was such a great place for me! Sandra is an incredible woman that is always working really hard to make everything in a perfect way, she taught me all I needed to know about reception (what gave me experience for others jobs) provided good and fresh food for us, cooked awesomely and I’m lucky I can say she is now my friend! It really felt… read more

(Excelente )

23/12/2018

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Bruna & Paula)

Paula is super helpful and a real joy to be around. She was helping with the reception (speaks excellent English and Spanish) shopping, cooking and painting. She is punctual and professional. Always smiling and friendly, she is an asset for any customer service positions. We really appreciated her “can do” attitude and very much recommend her as… read more

(Excelente )

23/11/2018

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Katie)

Katie worked in our hostel for 5 weeks. We were just starting to serve breakfast at that time and and she helped to make it successful. Her supper sunny and friendly personality shines through her work and social interactions. Her intelligence and willingness to learn and perform the job made our lives easier. She is thoughtful and went above and… read more

(Excelente )

10/10/2018

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Jade)

Jade is a fabulous young lady. She is helpful, friendly and mature beyond her age. I enjoyed having her in the hostel. Her personality shines and draws others to her. When we had new volunteers Jade helped them get trained and get better at their job. Her ability to speak Spanish English and German is definitely an asset in South America. She was… read more

(Excelente )

06/10/2018

Dejado por el workawayer (Jade) para el anfitrión

I have been volunteering a bit longer than three weeks in the hostel and it was really the best volunteering experience I have had so far! From the first day on I felt like home and the work was really relaxed. I highly recommend this place as well in order to get to know Quito and the área because the hostel is situated quite in the center of… read more

(Excelente )

02/10/2018

Dejado por el workawayer (Theresa) para el anfitrión

I spent 3 weeks volunteering at the hostel, Sandra is a really nice host and baker, I loved her weekly cakes . I enjoyed my stay here a lot!

(Excelente )

08/08/2018

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Felix)

Felix is very intelligent, well brought up, and a real joy to have around. He is punctual and intuitive so you never have to repeatedly ask him to do things. It’s obvious that he carries good family values and respects others. He was an asset to our hostel and is very much missed. Highly recommended.

(Excelente )

04/05/2018

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Lynn)

Lynn volunteered in our hostel for 3 weeks. I found her to be very reliable. She managed the reception independently and helped with kitchen chores. She was always professional with our guests, willing to make them feel very welcomed. Her pleasant personality strikes me as someone who was well brought up. I wish her all the best and I would… read more

(Excelente )

30/04/2018

Dejado por el workawayer (Lynn) para el anfitrión

This was my first volunteer experience and it was amazing. I stayed for three weeks in October 2017 (so sorry for the late feedback). The hostel is one the the best i ever stayed in and i say that after 6 months of traveling. You really feel at home, the atmosphere is chill and most important the so called „work“ was more than manageble. You just… read more

(Excelente )

10/09/2017

Dejado por el workawayer (Briant) para el anfitrión

English/Espanol
My experience at the Hostal was amazing.
Practice my English and meet people from all over the world. I also learned from Sandra's hand as always things can be done better. Just pull when life pushes.
The work area is very comfortable and the hostel is in the center, which makes it very well located and close to all activities in… read more

(Excelente )

08/08/2017

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Mathieu)

Mathieu's profile photo describes him the best. Always smiling, positive and fun to be around. He was a fast learner, punctual, respectful and very presentable. He looked after the reception and the kitchen maintenance. I appreciated that he had the patience to teach me some French. He speaks English really well and his Spanish is coming along. I… read more

(Excelente )

27/07/2017

Dejado por el workawayer (Mathieu) para el anfitrión

This workaway was my first volunteering ... and it was abolutely that i search with workaway :)
Sandra has a very nice hostel where you can easily feel like home, she's very good to explain what you need to do and very fair with your timetable/day off.
The work is very simple to learn, mostly check-in for clients and some cleaning tasks in the… read more

(Excelente )

28/07/2017

Dejado por el workawayer (Olga) para el anfitrión

I'm so sorry it took me so long to leave a feedback, but I feel like this hostel is a place that deserves a proper review and I waited till I have more time, so here we go:
First I have to say that you're so, so lucky if you have a chance to volunteer there, it was one of the best experiences I had, not only with workaway, but just staying in the… read more

(Excelente )

30/06/2017

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Olga)

Olga was an exceptional volunteer with a great personality and strong work ethic. She had an excellent rapport with guests, always helpful and smiling. Her upbeat mood was really important around the hostel, and she was really liked by the guests. Olga has some really rare qualities that show that she was really well brought up, considerate and… read more

(Excelente )

28/02/2017

Dejado por el workawayer (Solaf) para el anfitrión

It was Was my first experience to work as a volunteer .The hostel is very comfortable and Sandra very smart, responsible and pay attention to the smallest details. So the hostel very organized and clean .it was enjoyable and useful experience in addition to delicious meals at the dinner .
thank you Sandra iwill miss you

(Excelente )

10/02/2017

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Carlos)

Carlos is a very brave man. That was the initial reason I responded to his volunteering inquiry. Later on I learned that he has a great personality. He was always punctual and reliable, most of all he wanted to do the best job he could. We practiced his English and my Spanish simultaneously. He was always friendly and helpful to the guests. I am… read more

(Excelente )

09/02/2017

Dejado por el workawayer (Carlos) para el anfitrión

Sandra is a very nice person, I enjoyed my experience in the hostel. Originally I only would stay 2 weeks, but I spent one month there.
The hostal is very very confortable and It is very near of many places to visit

(Excelente )

04/08/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (Katherine & Akeel) para el anfitrión

I really enjoyed this volunteering experience and was very sad to leave! The hostel is great, really feels like home. You get a big comfy bed in a large dorm. Sandra was very generous and looked after me very well. She is also very fair and reasonable on shifts worked. There was always enough food and the cooked meals at dinner were always very… read more

(Excelente )

01/08/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Katherine & Akeel)

Kat is hard working, mature, and organized. I appreciated her initiative in doing the work without having to be reminded. She has strong work ethic and does quality work. Her upbeat, friendly personality was really welcomed around the hostel. I would sincerely recommend Kat for any positions she might apply.

(Excelente )

23/04/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Barbaros)

Barbaross is an intelligent, trustworthy, young man. It was a pleasure to have him in the hostel for 3 weeks. He was extremely helpful to the guests and always went above and beyond his duty. He learned the job quickly and I was able to leave him in charge knowing that he would do a great job. It helped me that he willingly cooked for the staff… read more

(Excelente )

23/04/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (Barbaros) para el anfitrión

I spent 3 awesome weeks volunteering in this hostel.First of all Sandra is very fair when it comes to working hours and daily work and most of the times,I was able to choose the working shift I wanted to.Volunteers are expected to do basic reception work and super light cleaning in the kitchen.There was plenty of food (Sandra feeds her volunteers… read more

(Excelente )

07/01/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (Luise) para el anfitrión

We stayed thereas as a couple for one moth as volunteers. Despite of that the hostal is a very comftable place for travellers ist also perfect for volunteers.
After a training day with Sandra (the owner) we learned all the essential things about the hostal and the reception work. Sandra is the opposite of a greedy host, she offers more than… read more

(Excelente )

10/03/2015

Dejado por el workawayer (Kate) para el anfitrión

I spent a month volunteering at this hostel and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
The hostel is lovely, in a fantastic location, kept very clean and it has one of the biggest, well stocked kitchens I've seen on my travels.
The reception work is pretty simple to pick up and the work involves checking in guests, serving drinks, managing the… read more

(Excelente )

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