Hostel Coquimbo, Chile

5.0
(12 reviews)12

Get to know Coquimbo and La Serena while lending us a hand!

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Connect with international travelers
10 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Immerse yourself in the local culture
9 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Party Promoter
Help organise and promote parties and social activities.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Reception
Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.
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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.
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 Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Support
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Availability

Nov
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Feb
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Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
2 months

The Experience

🌊 Experience hostel life at The Cool Hostel between La Serena and Coquimbo, Chile. We are seeking volunteers to help at the reception, cleaning and breakfasts. We offer beachfront accommodation, a fully equipped kitchen, fast wifi, free laundry and a multicultural travel atmosphere. We are next to Pueblito Peñuelas, a small artisanal village with lots of life and markets. And in the heart of Peñuelas there is a lot of nightlife to explore!

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Requirements

  • Intermediate Spanish or Intermediate English
  • Between 21 and 40 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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12 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 10 Meeting international travelers
  • 9 Immersing in the local culture
  • 8 Meeting locals
  • 6 Get in touch with nature
  • 5 Developing social awareness
  • 4 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 7 5. Gender equality
  • 6 3. Good health and well-being
Noelia

Switzerland

5

This was my first volunteering experience and it was very relaxed. The 5 hours of work per day depend on how many guests are staying at the hostel — meaning how many rooms need to be cleaned or organized — but in any case, it never goes beyond 5 hours. Work usually starts around 10 or 11 a.m., so there's plenty of free time in the afternoon to explore or do your own thing. I didn't have much interaction with the hostel managers, apart from 2 or 3 short encounters, but Cris is super welcoming and has a great vibe. I recommend this place if you're looking for a volunteering opportunity that g

about 1 year ago

Gabriela Alejandra

Chile

5

Arrival was lovely from the start, and I met Nathan, the other volunteer, a great person. Then I met the full team who have been very pleasant and explained everything about how it works; it's exactly as they describe in their description and they keep to what was agreed, moreover they are flexible and with a nice energy. Max the receptionist is super clear and organized; he gives all the little details you need to enjoy the city. The hostel is clean, pretty and well located. This is my first volunteering in Chile and it has been a wonderful experience, I recommend it 100%. I appreciate you sharing.

about 2 months ago

Marjorie

Brazil

5

The hostel team deserves a 1000/10. I was very warmly welcomed from day one. Work hours are respected, the accommodation is comfortable, and the tasks are completely doable.

Max, Evelyn, and Stefany are people who are very committed to their work, attentive and responsible. I will be forever grateful for all the kindness and the welcome they gave me.

The hostel is located facing the beach, and Coquimbo is an amazing city. It's a volunteer experience that really is worth getting to know. I would highly recommend it!

3 months ago

Hortencia

Chile

5

My experience was good, I had no problems with anyone or anything. I enjoyed sharing with other volunteers, and with guests from other nationalities. The atmosphere was pleasant and relaxed. Regarding washing clothes, I would have liked if a day was organized once a week so that the volunteers could wash, since someone asked and they told us yes, that they would notify us later, and they didn't notify, and I had to keep asking every now and then, and that was tedious. But apart from that, an experience I would repeat 🩵

5 months ago

Melina

Argentina

5

From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with a perfect 10. The vibe is super friendly, the location is ideal, the hostel is beautiful, and the facilities are comfortable. There's always someone on hand if you need anything during your work, and they strive to make you feel at ease; it's a great team. It is especially safe for women. You meet travelers from all over the world; it's great if you're looking for cultural exchange. I recommend volunteering here and I would definitely return 🩷 Grateful for this wonderful experience

9 months ago

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Hosted by Laura

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This host receives a lot of worldpackers and has a high average rating.
Response Rate
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