Help out in our hostel with a pool and enjoy Oaxaca!

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers: 23 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals: 17 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Bartending: Make and serve drinks and help maintain the beverages inventory.

Party Promoter: Help organise and promote parties and social activities.

Reception: Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

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.

Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Support: 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: 3 weeks

The Experience

Hi, we're a hostel located in the center of Oaxaca. The aim at Maka is good vibes and safe spaces. Although we are not a party hostel we like to socialize and have a good time with everyone. We aim to be the home away from home for many travellers that stay with us. We offer Free breakfast, beds, free beer and of course our pool!! Volunteer duties: Working reception and bar, running activities and being the soul of our place.

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Requirements

Fluent English or Beginner Spanish
Between 18 and 40 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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24 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

23 Meeting international travelers
17 Meeting locals
15 Immersing in the local culture
14 Practicing Spanish
11 Practicing English
5 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

6 11. Sustainable cities and communities
5 3. Good health and well-being
3 4. Quality education

Gianna

United States

I can't recommend the hostel enough—I absolutely loved my time volunteering at this hostel. From the moment I arrived, I felt truly welcomed, like part of a small family. The work was fun and easy, but what really made the unforgettable experience were the amazing people. The breakfast was one of the best I've had at any hostel, and the beds—with their curtains and fans—made a huge difference for comfort and privacy. The showers had impeccable water pressure, honestly some of the best I've experienced in all of Mexico, and I've been backpacking here for six months! the hostel, you've captured my heart. ❤️

20 days ago

Vinicios

Brazil

At the hostel, I had some of the happiest moments of my life, I truly felt like I had a home and a family. All the volunteers and staff were incredibly kind and attentive. The work is easygoing and not demanding, and I had plenty of free time. Communication was excellent, the atmosphere was amazing, and it's definitely a volunteer experience I would love to repeat. I'm grateful for all the friends I made during my stay, and especially to Yoka, the best manager a hostel could have.

23 days ago

Jenna

United States

Being a volunteer at the hostel was truly amazing! The job was easy and Laurens really cares about his employees enjoying their time in Oaxaca, not just working hard every day. I truly felt at home here and I have no complaints. It's also a great place to improve your Spanish skills and perfect for learning beginning bartending skills. I would recommend this volunteer job to anyone looking for a great social vibe (but not crazy party). I made friends for life here and I couldn't be more grateful :)

23 days ago

victoria

United Kingdom

WOW! I had the best month at the hostel. Laurens, Fatma and Yoka are just the best management team, they are really appreciative towards the volunteers and always on hand if you need anything. The reception/bar job is super straight forward and easy to pick up, the five hour shifts are very relaxed, you are able to get on with your own thing so long as you are paying attention to when the guests need you! The hostel is very clean, Mary and Flor do an amazing job of keeping all the common areas tidy. The free breakfast really helps cut down on expenses too. I would 100% come back to the hostel!! 🫶

about 1 month ago

Sh

United States

My time at the hostel was truly unforgettable! I loved bartending and creating marketing content, which let me connect with travelers and curate the vibe - social but chill af. The tours were a perfect way to explore Oaxaca, and the pool is a rare thing in Oaxaca. The bathroom facilities are the best I've seen in ANY HOSTEL. A special shoutout to Fatma, the manager, who is kind, social, funny, and always clear about expectations. The volunteer bedroom is just okay, but with everything else - that's a small trade-off. Grateful for the salsa nights, fam dinners, free breakfast and all the memories ❤️

about 2 months ago

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