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United States

5

I had a great time at the hostel everyone was very welcoming and it was very fun to get to know a bunch of people in Drake Bay. The town is beautiful

25 days ago

United Kingdom

5

I had a great time at the hostel! Everyone was respectful and friendly. Thank you for having me and making me feel so included. Staying in the jungle was fantastic as you see new animals all the time and really connect with nature.

about 2 months ago

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.

4 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.

8 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!

8 months ago

Canada

1

⚠️ Management changed. You will not have the same experience old volunteers did ⚠️ There was no team or staff, just a cleaner a few hours weekly. Hours were unclear and I was pressured to work more than agreed. The restaurant is sublet and I was dragged into fights over who paid for toilet paper and soap for the shared bathroom. A tour guide was kicked out due to an incident with an old volunteer. This was never disclosed to me. I lived with him for days and was made to supervise his departure alone. They had a broken water filter and knew it, but had volunteers drink unsafe water for days.

10 days ago

Sukia replied

Hi Luz—thanks for sharing. We ended the exchange two weeks early due to ongoing frictions with other volunteers and staff; we prioritize a respectful team environment. After we communicated this, you threatened to leave a negative review, so we don’t believe this comment is objective. Management has not changed. We invite readers to check our other reviews—especially from volunteers who overlapped with Luz—for a balanced view. We wish her well.
— David

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.

4 months 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!

11 months ago

United States

5

My time at the hostel was so exciting. Estefanie was like a Costa Rican mami and the rest of the guides and staff became good friends. Sometimes the vibes were a little chaotic but I also had some of the most fun experiences. I really got to connect to nature here and it changed my perspective on life!! So much love 🫶

11 months ago

United States

5

I'm so grateful to the hostel for my time spent there, everyone was so welcoming and friendly and they let you go on amazing tours. It definitely takes getting used to being so far away from urbanisation but when you adjust it's an incredible experience! I'm so grateful that despite having a family emergency and having to leave earlier than planned, everyone was so kind and accommodating and even threw me a goodbye party! It's truly a one of a kind experience being here and I appreciate everyone who made me feel so welcome xx pura vida!

about 1 year ago

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