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25h
- Hours per week
- Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
- Night Shift
- Help with night shift tasks and create a relaxing environment for guests.
- Cleaning
- Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
- Housekeeping
- Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
- Reception
- Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.
What you get
2
- Days off per week
- Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
- Shared Dorm
- You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
- Breakfast
- You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
- Fast Internet Access
- High-speed internet for you to work remotely
- Use our equipped kitchen
- Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
- Free Laundry
- You can use our laundry room freely.
- Discounts on Tours
- Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
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- Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability
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- Stay at least
- 4 weeks
- Stay up to
- 4 weeks
The Experience
¡Bienvenido a By Gardens! Tu hogar en Costa Rica Ubicados a solo 3 km del Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría, nuestros hostales son el punto de partida perfecto para explorar volcanes, cataratas y centros de rescate animal. Ofrecemos una cálida bienvenida y despedida, donde cada voluntario se convierte en parte de nuestra familia. En By Gardens, te invitamos a compartir el espíritu "Pura Vida" que caracteriza a la hospitalidad TICA!
Learn moreRequirements
- Beginner Spanish or Fluent English
- Between 18 and 38 years old
- Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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How this experience will transform you
- 7 Meeting international travelers
- 7 Meeting locals
- 7 Immersing in the local culture
- 5 Developing social awareness
- 5 Practicing English
- 3 Practicing Spanish
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 2 2. Zero hunger
- 2 3. Good health and well-being
- 2 10. Reduced inequalities
Jason
Taiwan
My time at the hostel has been one of the most unforgettable experiences during my stay in Costa Rica. Everyone in this little family at the hostel was incredibly kind to me. From the very first day I arrived, they cared about how I was adjusting to life here and checked in on me every day. Here, I learned from Randall's dedicated attitude toward work — he took great care of me and gave me many helpful suggestions. Geraldo was always patient with me and taught me a lot of "useful " Spanish. Flori's warm smile and amazing cooking made me look forward to every single day. PURAVIDAAA:)
4 days ago
David
Germany
I can not describe it well enough in words, but i will try. I felt very welcomed from the first minute I arrived. The next 2 month working there were a lot of fun, they took much time to explaine me everything and were very patient with the mistakes I made. Its also a very clean place, they clean everyday and in general they try their best for you to have the best expierience. I can only recommend this place to you so much, you will also have an awesome time. And dont be afraid that its located in Alajuela, you will be able to explore costa rica perfectly. Thank you very much!<3
about 1 month ago
Victoria
United States
This was my first time using world packers and traveling solo to another country and I am beyond grateful for the hostel to be my first experience! This hostel is family run and when you work for them they treat you like you are a part of the family.Each person there has a unique skillset and thing that they can teach you.This was also my first time being a hostel receptionist and they were very patient with the mistakes that I made.I loved it so much that I will be returning again very soon. Message me if you have any questions about your future stay here, I would love to help! Pura Vida!
almost 2 years ago
Samantha
Costa Rica
My experience volunteering at this hostel was awesome for it being my nerve racking first time participating in one. I totally recommend trying this volunteer opportunity with them if you are wanting to start small steps towards growth in your personal development as an individual and work wise. I had very little knowledge in working, a bit introverted and learnt a lot in the end. They treated me warmly, with care and made feel like part of the family. I am really grateful for all I learnt with this team and got to help out in their hostel. Much love to all of you. May we meet again.
over 2 years ago
Carmen
El Salvador
El hostel es una experiencia realmente increíble, se aprende muchísimo, la familia son personas maravillosas, realmente lo recomiendo al 100%, una experiencia grata y acogedora.
over 1 year ago
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