Receptionist at our lovley Hostel!

Canada

3

This was a good volunteer experience however there were a few things I didn't expect. There aren't many free activities or things to do but volunteers get a small discount ($10-$15 off) tours and shuttles. I came with the expectation that I would be running tours so this was a bit of a shock. There isn't a prepared meal, rather groceries are purchased about once a week. Housekeeping is a big part of the job (making beds, laundry, cleaning). Considering the amount of hours you have to work each week I don't think you receive a significant amount in return. I did love the people I met though!!

2 months ago

Italy

5

I loved my stay at Argdivian Hostel! Lara and Lautaro are fantastic people who make you feel part of the family from the first moment. the work is easy and the timetables are always respected. I have done discounted and even free tours. The city is small but very cute and full of things to do. I would recommend to everyone

about 1 year ago

Norway

5

I loved my time at the hostel, it's such a social hostel and you quickly feel at home! Lara and Lautaro are clear with their expactations and they're easy to communicate with. The work takes some time to understand, but once you got it, the work is pretty easy and chill. As a volunteer you get a lot of discounts on tours (and even some for free) which is really nice, considering most activites in La Fortuna costs money. I would definitely recommend volunteering at the hostel, and I'll miss this place and all of the people I met here!

about 1 year ago

United States

5

Lara and Lautaro are super sweet and funny and they really want you to go out and explore La Fortuna! The work is straightforward and the hours are respected. You get to meet so many international travelers as well! I had so much fun here and got to try so many new things like rafting, volcano hikes, zip lining, etc. The hostel is really clean and has such a welcoming and social atmosphere. I reccomend this experience!! 10/10 ❤️‍🔥

about 1 year ago

United States

5

I had such a great time here! Lara is so welcoming and took very good care of me during my stay. She also had great recommendations for things to do. It was a fun environment in the hostel and you will meet a lot of different travelers. My spanish really improved during my stay. I also got to go on some free and discounted tours which were incredible. The food available in the hostel served as a basis for my meals and they were often free cooked meals or snacks available. my cleaning shift was 8:30 to around 1:30 with breaks, 6 days a week. would definitely recommend this experience!

over 1 year ago

Canada

5

This was my first volunteer experience with Worldpackers and I loved it. I stayed a month and did not want to leave. You end up feeling like family, and there is just SO much to do in La Fortuna. The job itself takes some time to learn, but after a week you start to feel more comfortable (I did reception). I had such a good time with the other volunteers and guests! It was the best hostel I've stayed at- super cute, curtains on the bed, lockers in the room, very clean, etc. I loved Lara and Lautaro and had so much fun with them, they make you feel like family!

over 1 year ago

Canada

5

I had a great time at the hostel. The job itself wasn't bad and I quickly felt at home. I grew really close with the other volunteers, who made this a great experience. I was doing house keeping and worked 8:30-1:30, 6 days a week (with breaks during the shift). Lara and Lautaro were friendly and encouraged us to get out of the hostel and explore the area when we weren't working. Lara was very helpful with booking my shuttle to get there and volunteers got discounts on the tours and shuttle. We were provided with some staff food to make our own meals which was really nice.

over 1 year ago

United States

5

I really enjoyed my time here. Lara and Lautaro are very kind and generous people that took great care of me during my stay. They made sure I had lots of fun outside the work hours, and the work itself wasn't too bad. They were very respectful of my time. I was also provided with plenty of food to serve as a base for my meals which was really awesome. The area is great for hiking and site seeing, so I really recommend this if you're looking to stay in La Fortuna while working for your accommodation. One of my favorite stays in Costa Rica!!

over 1 year ago

Germany

5

This was my first time volunteering in a hostel and I really enjoyed my time at the hostel. The first few days were a bit difficult but once you get used to everything it's very chill work. During the month I spent here I could go on various tours for free or on a discounted price which was really nice. Lara and Lautaro are great hosts and I can really recommend coming to the hostel!

over 1 year ago

Italy

5

Lara and Lautaro are amazing hosts, they welcomed me in so quickly and by the end of my time I felt like family, I simply couldn't have asked for a better a first volunteer exchange. The hostel is clean and everyone is kind and patient. I'd recommend it anyone who enjoys meeting new people and enjoys immersing in a new culture. Between pizza nights and days spent exploring the little town of La Fortuna, and meeting people from ALL OVER the world, I had a wonderful time and I couldn't say anything negative about the days I spent here. My only regret is I didn't stay longer ;)

almost 2 years ago

Lara replied

Ava, was wonderful to have you with us all that time with us, always you'll have your hose and family here whit us, in costa rica or Argentina or where ever we were. For being your first volunteering you make an amazing job, you learn so fast.

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