Hostel Elqui, Chile

5.0
(11 reviews)11

Come and discover Chile's best beaches in the best atmosphere.

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers
10 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
9 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
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What you get

4

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Basic Internet Access
Basic 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.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Support
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Availability

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Stay at least
3 weeks

The Experience

We are looking for friendly and committed people to help us keep this hostel alive, providing joy and a great experience to all our guests. You can also visit two cities and take part in different activities such as whale watching, penguins, dolphins, and climbing. Varied gastronomy, pisco tours, stargazing, and much more.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate Spanish
  • Between 18 and 53 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

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 10 Meeting international travelers
  • 9 Meeting locals
  • 8 Practicing English
  • 8 Immersing in the local culture
  • 4 Practicing Spanish
  • 3 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 5 3. Good health and well-being
  • 1 13. Climate action
Ana

Peru

5

Second time at Ají Hostel and I felt warmly welcomed. From Pauli♡, who is always attentive and ready to listen, to the volunteer colleagues. Although the hostel is already beautiful, the location is so central that you can plan any outing to enjoy and take advantage of it 💚, and they fit your schedules so well and everything is negotiable 🤍 I love it and hope to return soon; it will be my favorite place to rest in Chile ❤️‍🩹

4 days ago

Tomás

Chile

5

I met wonderful and very attentive people who made me feel very comfortable; I learned a lot about different matters and I saw very beautiful landscapes. The location is quite central, so there is a lot of commerce, services, museums, etc. Very close.

4 months ago

Paulina

Chile

5

Overall I really enjoyed the stay; I was there for almost 2 months at the hostel and I met a lot of nice people, including the stand. The place is comfortable and welcoming, with a good view and spaces to rest and relax. The only bad thing is that the owner's son works there and every time his 'turn' comes he takes over the common areas and brings his friends to drink and listen to music, sometimes kicking volunteers out of their rest or sharing on days off in the common room where he wants to be. Other than that, everything is excellent.

4 months ago

Ana

Peru

5

Great experience! Everyone was very warm (staff and volunteers). I will always remember how close they made me feel, like a family☆ I was lucky to meet two amazing volunteers, we grew close and shared experiences♡ Additionally, they have a very good location. I stayed in Coquimbo, but I wanted to know a little more about the hostel and enjoy what remained of the summer. Thank you☆♡

5 months ago


Silvia Susana replied

Thanks to you, Ana! We hope to have you back.

JIM

Peru

5

My days at ají el hostel were very good.
Although I was the only volunteer during the time I stayed there, I could share with those who work at the Hostel.
Adrian is a guy with a very good vibe, he welcomed me with open arms and a plate of food.
Similarly.
Paulina, Oscar and Eduardo were very kind to me.
I think every place has something special and ají el hostel is no exception.
I could also improve my English and share with travelers from all over the world.

7 months ago

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Hosted by Silvia Susana

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