Hostel Drake Bay, Costa Rica

5.0
(30 reviews)30

Help us maintain our Hostel and common areas clean and shiny

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Connect with nature
28 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
27 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

2

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.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space 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.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Support
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Availability

Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Stay at least
4 weeks
Stay up to
8 weeks

The Experience

During 5 hours a day, help maintain cleanliness of the rooms, common areas, beauty of the garden only in special occasion You will start early in the morning during the high season, so this job is perfect for early riser ! Low season is less demanding and flexible.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Beginner Spanish
  • Between 18 and 35 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
  • Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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30 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 28 Get in touch with nature
  • 27 Meeting locals
  • 24 Immersing in the local culture
  • 22 Meeting international travelers
  • 17 Practicing Spanish
  • 10 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 7 3. Good health and well-being

Germany

5

The hostel felt like home to me. The environment is absolutely stunning. Thanks to the tours they offer and all the activities going on, you really get the chance to explore the area. The tasks can vary a lot, depending on the role you apply for. The team is very open to new ideas and encourages you to realize them. At times, things could use a bit more structure, especially when it comes to tasks in the hostel, but the experience overall was amazing. I met incredible people and truly appreciate everything I learned during my time there. This place will always hold a special spot in my heart.

about 2 months ago

France

5

I stayed a month at the hostel and it was a big surprise. It was my first time in Costa Rica and I discovered the true beauty of this country. It's a quiet place in the heart of the jungle, it was a very good discovery, like something I've never known before. The work is easy, but for me, the schedule needs more organization. The staff is really nice and I had such a good time being part of the hostel family. I highly recommend it to someone looking for an unforgettable experience. Also get ready to live in the middle of the jungle and in a small town.

5 months ago

Germany

5

My time at the hostel was amazing. It was my first volunteer experience and definitely succeeded my expectations. Although the volunteer do get a lot of responsibility, the schedule was kept fair and you had enough time to explore beautiful Drake Bay on your days off. Thank you to everyone at the hostel for making me feel so welcome and at home!

5 months ago

Germany

4

I had a good time at the hostel in Drake Bay. The location is really beautiful, it is perfect to immerse yourself in nature. I had time to explore the area, to meet locals and I was able to do amazing tours to the national park. When I arrived the hostel was a bit disorganized because the old manager just left and there was no structure for the volunteers, nevertheless we managed the situation. The hours were fair and the tasks easy for me to do. I recommend volunteering here if you are self organized and maybe already have some experience working at a hostel.

about 1 month ago

Ireland

5

Drake Bay is the most beautiful place I've ever visited. The slower pace took a little getting used to, but once I settled in, I didn't want to leave. The hostel location is stunning and I enjoyed getting to know the guides/staff who are really knowledgeable and a lot of fun. This experience was the perfect balance between connecting with both people and nature. I'd absolutely recommend it!

9 months ago

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