Hotel Playa Grande, Costa Rica

5.0
(29 reviews)29

Join our team & immerse into the simple beach town life

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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers
24 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
23 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
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What you offer

30h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Bartending
Make and serve drinks and help maintain the beverages inventory.
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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.
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
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 Restaurants
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Drinks
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Accommodation
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Surf lessons
Take free surf classes at the local beaches.
Surfboards
You can use our surfboards as much as you want.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Dec
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Stay at least
4 weeks
Stay up to
12 weeks

The Experience

Seeking energetic, social individuals to enhance our guest experience! You'll work with our bar team serving hotel guests and locals in our Beer Garden. Must be hardworking, friendly, and fluent in English (Spanish speakers preferred). Help create the vibrant atmosphere that makes our venue special while making lasting connections in our tight-knit beach community! If you love meeting people from around the world, we want to hear from you!

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Requirements

  • Fluent English and Intermediate Spanish
  • Over 20 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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29 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hotel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 24 Meeting international travelers
  • 23 Meeting locals
  • 20 Immersing in the local culture
  • 19 Get in touch with nature
  • 17 Practicing English
  • 9 Practicing Spanish

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 11 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 10 8. Decent work and economic growth
  • 4 17. Partnerships for the goals
Lorenzo

Italy

5

I am super happy I went volunteering for the hotel in Playa Grande! The conditions are as described, and the staff is at the same time professional and laid back. A little side note is that the quantity of food sometimes was not enough for me (I am a sporty person, and I eat a lot). I knew the beach lifestyle is slow, but knowing and experimenting are two different things. I was very bored at first and it took me a few weeks to adapt to the local rhythm, but once I did, I started really enjoying it, and now I am glad to say I have a few new habits that I want to introduce in my "normal" life.

about 2 months ago

Renata

Mexico

5

My experience at the hotel was really good. The team is incredibly supportive, and even though the work can sometimes feel a little demanding, they're always there to help and make sure everything runs smoothly. The working hours are definitely worth it. The food provided is amazing, and both the rooms and bathroom are in good conditions. One thing to keep in mind is that playa grande is a bit remote, so there isn't a lot to do besides enjoying the beach. Overall, I'd rate this experience 10/10! The facilites, the people, the food and the beach all exceeding my expectations! Hope to be back soon!

6 months ago


Danielle replied

It’s great to hear how much you enjoyed your time at Onda!

Mora

Argentina

5

My experience at the hotel was incredibly good! The volunteer room is very nice, and the meals are also complete. You quickly feel like part of the hotel family. The only thing to keep in mind is that volunteers work more like employees, and I personally believe that volunteers are there to help—but none of this comes as a surprise, since everything is clearly stated in the contracts before arriving. Very well organized—my experience was a 10, no doubt!

7 months ago

Natalia

Chile

5

This was my first volunteering experience and it was honestly amazing. The hostel is just a 5 minute walk from the beach and the room was comfortable. The food was good, sometimes a bit heavy on carbs, but overall fine. The staff were always friendly and welcoming. I made incredible friends that became a huge part of the experience. Surf lessons are also available and totally worth it. A few things could be clearer from the beginning, but everything was easy to talk through. Overall, an unforgettable experience and I am very grateful.

10 months ago


Danielle replied

Natalia- we enjoyed having you onsite with us! Come back anytime!

Maya

Mexico

4

The hotel was home to me , the incredible staff and people around made me feel super welcome ; the place is very beautiful and super close to the beach , if u wanna improve your surfing skills I would definitely recommend this place to u ! The exchange that they offer it's very fair, and the meals are most of the time very complete ! The people I met and connections I made in Ondas will be forever in my heart, I would definitely go back! Sending tons of love to the whole staff 🩷

8 months ago


Danielle replied

Thank you for the feedback! Always welcomed and love to hear how we can improve our volunteer program :)

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