Hostel Sámara, Costa Rica

5.0
(7 reviews)7

Live the Pura Vida while volunteering in Samara Beach, Costa Rica

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
High demand host
This host has received 18 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers
7 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
7 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

24h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Party Promoter
Help organise and promote parties and social activities.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Reception
Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.
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What you get

1

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 Parties
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
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.
Pub Crawls
Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
3 weeks
Stay up to
12 weeks

The Experience

Join our friendly, social hostel in the heart of Samara beach. As a volunteer you’ll exchange a few hours of help per day for accommodation, beach lifestyle, good vibes, and an unforgettable Costa Rica experience. In Sandy Toes Hostel you’ll stay just steps from the beach, enjoy beautiful sunsets, join hostel activities like group dinners, beach walks, karaoke nights, and social events, and truly experience the Pura Vida lifestyle.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Beginner Spanish
  • Between 19 and 45 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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7 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 7 Meeting international travelers
  • 7 Meeting locals
  • 5 Immersing in the local culture
  • 4 Practicing English
  • 3 Developing social awareness
  • 3 Practicing Spanish
Lola

Germany

5

My stay at the hostel was amazing, I met so many interesting people and made new friends from all over the world.

2 months ago

Emma

Canada

5

This was my first solo trip, and I'm so happy I chose the hostel to volunteer at. From the moment you arrive, you instantly feel part of the community. Kiban really makes this happen, he's super easygoing and flexible with shifts, which makes everything feel relaxed. The workload is pretty chill, mostly reception and some cleaning, so you still have lots of time to enjoy everything. There's always something going on each night, so you'll never get bored. The place itself is amazing, but honestly the people are what makes the hostel so special. I 100% recommend volunteering here! ;)

6 months ago

Joannie

Canada

5

My experience in Samara and at the hostel was fantastic. Kiban is a welcoming and flexible host. The hostel's atmosphere allows you to meet travelers from all over the world, as well as locals. There are activities almost every night! Work schedules are shared among the volunteers, and the tasks are simple (reception, cleaning, and promoting activities). I worked four hours a day and had all my free time to go to the beach, surf, play volleyball, explore the surrounding area, and so on. I highly recommend this volunteer opportunity!

7 months ago

Gaia

Italy

5

Wonderful experience! Samara offers the perfect balance between tranquility, hospitality and fun: there’s always a bit of party when you look for it, but also the ideal peace to relax. The host is super flexible with the work shifts, which are decided among the volunteers… The spaces of the hostel are large, wide and thought out very well for sharing. The atmosphere that you breathe is super friendly and sociable: it’s really easy to make friends and feel at home from the very first day. Highly recommended!!!!

about 2 months ago

Mar

Spain

5

Very, very top experience! We'll be back 🧡

4 months ago

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Hosted by Kiban

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Response Rate
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Response Time
This host usually writes back in 2 days

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