Hostel San Diego, United States

5.0
(76 reviews)76

Surf Activity Leader @ Beachfront Surf Hostel

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Connect with international travelers
64 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English
42 travelers recommend this host to practice English
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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Teaching Sports
Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
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What you get

2

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.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
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 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.
Surf lessons
Take free surf classes at the local beaches.
Surfboards
You can use our surfboards as much as you want.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
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Availability

Jan
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Stay at least
4 weeks

The Experience

Surf with our guests and create fun moments at International Travelers House and help us spread the word about hostels! Join our team of passionate hosts to create the ultimate experiences for our guests!

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Requirements

  • Between 21 and 37 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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76 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 64 Meeting international travelers
  • 42 Practicing English
  • 36 Immersing in the local culture
  • 34 Meeting locals
  • 25 Get in touch with nature
  • 20 Developing social awareness

Ecuador

5

The hostel has a special place in my heart. Location is phenomenal, walk distance to everything: groceries, beach, clubs, bars, restaurants, parks. The hostel itself has a vibe that makes you feel home. The staff is so welcoming and they care about you ! The activities at the hostel are also super fun and you will always have something fun to do 🫡 The work hours are well respected and you will have more than enough time to explore San Diego 😍 You wont regret to come here and experience San Diego vibes at the best the hostel ❤️‍🔥 and have the best time of your life

7 months ago

United States

5

Reflecting back on my time at the hostel, it was truly an amazing experience. The community that is formed by staff and guests at the hostel are very welcoming. You do work around 24 hrs a week, but it still gives you plenty of time to explore outside of the hostel if you choose to do so. Whenever I had an issue, I usually brought it to one of the managers, and they would help me get it resolved in a timely manner. Overall, this program is structured in a pretty organized fashion. To the hostel Family, thank you so much for a great experience and I hope to be back in the future!

8 months ago

United States

5

This was my first time volunteering and it has been life-changing. My staff quickly became my family and I'm incredibly grateful to have lived this experience with them. I found fulfillment in creating deep connections with liked-minded people from all around the world. I have learned so much about myself—what I value, what I want, what I don't like and what I love. I recommend an open mind and coming in with little expectations. Give from a place of love & you shall receive the same. It has been a beautiful experience that I will take with me forever ❤️

12 months ago

France

5

This Hostel IS a great place for meeting peoples to différents country and have fun with the beach and activity !

12 months ago

United States

5

Party hostelllll! Accommodation is an 8 bed in the hostel. Gorgeous deck to go out on. Just fyi most of the hostel doesn't have a roof and is mainly outdoors except for the dorms of course. It can get a little chilly in winter. Being on the beach is amazing, the manager STACIE IS AWESOME. You will have so much fun here! You can also stay at other the hostel's for free while you're here and it's nice to travel around cali/mexico.

about 1 year ago

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Hosted by David

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