Hostel El Loa, Chile

4.5
(49 reviews)49

Help with hostel tasks and enjoy a pleasant atmosphere!!

Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers
45 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
29 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

26h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Reception
Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.
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What you get

1

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.
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.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
1 month

The Experience

Join Puna Hostel in San Pedro de Atacama. We are looking for volunteers with good energy to assist at the reception and cleaning. We welcome people from all over the world and love sharing cultures and experiences. We are close to the center and next to a market, ideal for enjoying San Pedro with comfort, a social atmosphere, and lots of fun. We look forward to welcoming you!

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Requirements

  • Intermediate Spanish or Beginner English
  • Between 18 and 55 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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49 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 45 Meeting international travelers
  • 29 Meeting locals
  • 23 Practicing English
  • 22 Practicing Spanish
  • 18 Immersing in the local culture
  • 15 Get in touch with nature

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 19 8. Decent work and economic growth
  • 11 15. Life on land
  • 8 11. Sustainable cities and communities
Bobbi-lea

United Kingdom

5

I loved every minute during my time at the hostel! The whole experience was amazing. The work is super easy and chill and you have lots of time to explore San Pedro. Nicole is such a beautiful and kind person she makes you feel so welcome and part of the family. The rest of the staff are also amazing and they all made my time there extra special. I was sad to leave the house and I will definitely return at some point, I made friends for life and it was one of my favourite experiences on my travels. Would highly recommend <3

4 months ago


Puna replied

My beautiful girl, we loved having you with us Bobby, with your energy and constant charisma I just hope you come back soon!!! Love you so much, baby girl :D

Erika

Australia

5

The hostel was a great volunteer experience! Great people and great hostel. Provided with fresh healthy food weekly, volunteer house had its own shower and bathroom plus kitchen area. Close to a supermarket, couldn't ask for a better experience!

4 months ago


Puna replied

Erika, you have no idea how much we miss Zaki, Colby, and you ! I wish the best for you all and for your future projects, you are an angel ! Thank you for choosing Puna Hostel !

Colby

Australia

5

The hostel is the best hostel lovely people good times and all round beautiful hostel.

4 months ago


Puna replied

Thank you very much, Colby. We loved having you stay with us :D

Elora

Belgium

5

I had a great time at the hostel. The team is really nice and the work is not to much. You either have cleaning shift or night shift at reception. You also get really good discount on their tour ! They also do some groceries for you. Overall totally recommend !

4 months ago

Agustín

Argentina

5

I had a wonderful time at the hostel, the staff make you feel at home. Regarding the job the tasks are quite easy, either reception or housekeeping you'll have everything available to do the job properly. The shifts are respected as arranged previously and flexible in case you need a switch as well.

7 months ago

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