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25h
- Hours per week
- Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
- Kitchen Hand
- Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
- Party Promoter
- Help organise and promote parties and social activities.
- 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.
- 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.
- Lunch
- You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
- Dinner
- You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
- Fast Internet Access
- High-speed internet for you to work remotely
- Discounts on Restaurants
- Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
- 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!
- Yoga classes
- Take free yoga classes at our place.
- Language lessons
- Take free language classes at our place.
- Holistic Therapies
- You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
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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
The Experience
Join a laid-back, social hostel on the shores of stunning Lake Atitlán! 🌊🌿 We're looking for someone with good energy who enjoys being part of a team and making every traveler feel at home! 🏡 You’ll help with guest check-ins/outs, in the restaurant and bar, and with hostel activities — from costume parties to pool tournaments. Perfect for energetic and friendly volunteers who love making connections, exploring nature and community life! ✨
Learn moreRequirements
- Fluent English or Intermediate Spanish
- Over 21 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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11 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Hostel
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 11 Get in touch with nature
- 11 Meeting international travelers
- 9 Meeting locals
- 7 Practicing Spanish
- 7 Immersing in the local culture
- 6 Practicing English
Liv
United Kingdom
I loved my time at the hostel, it felt like a home away from home, it has such a sense of family and community without it being forced. The hostel itself is beautiful, and located right on the lake with amazing views of the volcanoes and lots of swimming spots. The work is easy, and you're working with your friends so it doesn't even feel like work! I actually could not recommend the hostel more, I never wanted to leave and will definitely be back!
29 days ago
Serrana
United States
From the moment I arrived at the hostel, I was welcomed with open arms. The first thing I noticed was the warm and inclusive feeling I got from each and every person who contributes the magic that the hostel embraces. I continue to learn more each day, creating endless opportunity to grow and never dull shift. Each task is thoroughly explained and equally divided creating a fun and adaptive work environment. The food is made with love and is the best I've consistently eaten in two years of traveling. Alongside the place the environment and surroundings are spectacular.
about 2 months ago
Vinicios
Brazil
My experience at the hostel was very positive and transformative. I felt at home there and was warmly welcomed by the entire team. The place is truly one of the most beautiful spots around the lake. The working hours are fair and flexible, and the food provided is delicious and plentiful. If you're looking for a place with nature, fun, and a family-like vibe, this is the perfect spot. I'm very grateful for the opportunity and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Lake Atitlán. Thank you so much, the hostel family (my favorite mess)!!! I miss you all and hope to return.
2 months ago
Tahani
United States
The hostel will always have a piece of my heart. I first stayed as a guest and ended up coming back as a volunteer, which was the best decision ever! Anna, my manager, was amazing. She kept everything super organized and made the experience fun and stress-free. The shifts were only 5 hours, so you get plenty time to enjoy the lake (you're never bored here). Family dinners and nightly activities brought everyone together and I left with friendships I'll treasure forever. you can get Spanish lessons and diving here too! I'd come back in a heartbeat to this magical place. Love you, the hostel <3
3 months ago
Wintana
Australia
I've seen many reviews for volunteer experiences where people felt that they had truly found a family and home, and the hostel was exactly that for me! I've had such a special and amazing time volunteering here, it has been such a pleasure to experience life in Santa Cruz. The work was always fair and quite enjoyable, and the benefits for volunteers were truly great too! Dave and Deedle have truly built such a special space and I'm glad that I could have been part of it for the time that I was!
4 months ago
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