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Slovakia
I will really miss this place and i really really enjoyed my time here. Alex (the owner) is one of the coolest people i have ever met in my life and he is really funny and always there for you to help you. wendy, keyrin and noeli (the staff) are very sweet, pretty and patient and will help you with anything you need. i learned here so much spanish really quick. the hostel is really nice and clean, has it's own gym and there are lots of cool games you can play with other travellers. the tasks were easy and reasonable. i really hope i will meet them all again in this life. thank you so much.
4 months ago
Italy
I had an amazing time volunteering here! The hostel is super clean and the tasks are really simple: just keeping common areas, bathrooms, and the kitchen tidy, and folding clean sheets. You're always well supported by the staff, Wendy and Kimberley, were always very friendly and kind in explaining my shifts. A huge thanks to the host, Alex! He's incredibly friendly and always helpful with schedule changes or any needs. It was great hanging out, sharing a dinner or a beer together :) I felt right at home. Highly recommended, Pura Vida! 🇨🇷
6 months ago
Germany
I had a good time at the hostel:) The tasks were easy and always clear and the communication was very good (even tho I don't rrally speak spanish)! The people were very nice and the Hostel great! Thank you for my good time:)
7 months ago
Germany
We had a great experience in the hostel! The team was always super open and kind. The work is easy and the working hours and free days get respected. Thank you so much!
8 months ago
United States
This was a great volunteer experience for me! I originally read the reviews advising to know some Spanish before coming, and I would definitely recommend that to others looking to volunteer here. You are within walking distance to the town center and the discounts on hikes and tours are helpful for affordability. Alex was a great host that took the time to help me learn some Spanish and learn more about what Fortuna has to offer. The cleaning was straightforward and the tasks were listed out specifically. My girlfriend and I both did this experience together. Can't wait to visit in the again
8 months ago
United States
My time at the hostel was wonderful. This was my first WP experience and Alex was a great host. I worked 5 days a week, 5 hours a day, with 2 days off. He sends out the schedule for the week in advance so I had plenty of time to explore La Fortuna and do excursions. The city itself is very safe. If you don't know Spanish I highly recommend learning some so it's easier for staff to communicate with you. The work is very straightforward. Clean the kitchen, bathroom, showers, and rooms. Overall I had the best experience here. I made amazing friends and significantly improved my Spanish:)
10 months ago
Austria
I really enjoyed working at the hostel for two weeks in July. The tasks are easy to fulfill and when I was there, it wasn't too much work to do. It is located ca 10 minutes walking to the center of the town and 15 minutes to the bus station. The neighbourhood is really calm. You can get in touch with all the travellers, which is really nice.
over 1 year ago
Austria
This volunteering is a good opportunity if you want to improve your spanish skills and already have some basic knowledge in that language. The tasks were easy & clear communicated and Alex was a very welcoming & lovely host ☺️☺️
over 1 year ago
Germany
I absolutely loved the two weeks i spent here!!! the whole team is so welcoming, i truly felt at home here and although i barely speak any spanish, we managed to understand each other with google translate or gestures (would recommend to understand a few words though). i really liked that the tasks were clear, so i knew what to clean during my work and what had to be done. i could always take a break to eat or chat with other travelers and had great conversations while being here. biggest shoutout to francheska, keiryn, sandra and alex, couldnt have asked for better hosts and co-workers!
over 1 year ago
United States
My experience at the hostel was wonderful. Alex and the other staff were so patient and helpful with anything we needed! The work was extremely reasonable and the other volunteers and staff made it easy and pleasurable to do. We had a couple days off a week, and were able to explore the nearby rivers and hot springs as well as enjoy the charm of La Fortuna! We will miss everyone there, special shoutout to Nala Patricia!!
almost 2 years ago
