Hostel Quito, Ecuador

4.5
(98 reviews)98

Help us with cooking and serving in the restaurant :)

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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
47 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture
40 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion

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What you offer

30h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cooking
Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
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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.
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.
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.
Certificate
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Support
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

A family-owned inn, small but surrounded by a lot of nature. We are just 10 minutes from Tababela Airport in Quito, so visitors from many parts of the world come to us. We need you to help with the preparation of the foods we offer on our menu, as well as vegan and vegetarian options, which is why we need people who know about cooking. The kitchen is the heart of the inn.

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
  • Between 18 and 45 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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98 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 47 Get in touch with nature
  • 40 Immersing in the local culture
  • 39 Meeting locals
  • 39 Meeting international travelers
  • 28 Learning about sustainability
  • 22 Practicing Spanish

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 24 15. Life on land
  • 20 7. Affordable and clean energy
  • 11 13. Climate action
Michelle

Australia

5

Hostal Colibrí isn't close to the city of Quito but public transport is easy and cheap for when you want to explore. The surrounding mountains are beautiful and the city lights are very pretty at night. There's always something to help with as it is a small family run business. Lots of international and national travellers stay, mostly for a night because it's close to the airport. There are locals who come for picnics and to use the pool on the weekend. I enjoyed using the pool and jacuzzi. I felt safe walking the local streets. There are many planes but it's generally quiet at night.

3 months ago

Dal

Ecuador

5

I had a great experience volunteering at hostal colibrí the hostel, the hostel is run by a big family and they made me feel at home from the beginning, felipe and mrs merci are especially kind and welcoming people, the food was always plentiful and varied, and the hostel is surrounded by nature which makes it a peaceful place to stay, there were some minor challenges with the staff as in any volunteer experience, but overall it was very positive and rewarding

4 months ago

Rachel

United States

5

Had a lot of fun here! Slower vibe since it is a 25 minute walk to a few stores (not much to do). 3 hours to Quito center by bus or 1 hour by Uber- which is also pretty inexpensive. Had a set schedule from 7am-1pm cleaning rooms and helping out with any additional tasks around the Hostal. Super cute space and definitely used the pool/ hot tub :) The people here are super nice and welcoming- cooking me food and being able to practice my Spanish!!

10 months ago


Santiago replied

You are welcome Rachel thanks for all your help you are always welcome to our Hostal to our family. The best in your life :)

chase

United States

5

A beautiful place to stay! I worked 7am - 1 pm helping serve breakfast, wash dishes, clean rooms, and any other tasks they needed help with. It is nice and quiet since it is far from the city center, about 3 hours by busses or 1 hour by uber.

10 months ago

Alex

United Kingdom

5

I had a fantastic experience at Hostal Colibrí. It is a really well run hostal with loads of different tasks for volunteers to get involved with. The staff are friendly and professional and keen to learn and share information with the volunteers that they host. It gave me a good insight into what makes a great hostal. I enjoyed the tasks, a lot of gardening to start with but also helping with breakfasts, cleaning and preparing rooms and attending reception. I got on really well with everyone else working there and would definitely go back.

about 1 year ago

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