Have some fun in the Algarve while you help us at our brunch cafe

Brasile

3

Portimão is an excellent base to explore the Algarve, and with two days off per week, it is possible to take short trips to nearby towns. The pool area is a great place to relax, and the volunteer room, although small, includes a kitchen, a practical detail that helps reduce costs (each volunteer receives €20 per week for groceries). Work at the restaurant during high season can be quite demanding. The lack of structured training or a clear onboarding process for new volunteers can make the experience stressful. Clayton is an amazing person, thank you for everything!

3 mesi fa

Colombia

4

El lugar es muy bonito, tiene todo lo necesario para una estancia comoda, una piscina que es increible para el tiempo de descanso, la ciudad esta muy cerca de muchas playas hermosas, así que puedes realmente disfrutar el tiempo allí. La temporada alta requiere realmente mucho trabajo y tal vez con unas instrucciones previas para el manejo de ciertas cosas como bebidas en el restaurante, se podría adaptar más rapido y mejor a la exigencia que tiene la tempirada de verano. Además de eso, solo agrafecimiento, me llevo increibles recuerdos y amigos para siempre! Obrigada!

4 mesi fa

Brasile

4

Ana was always really sweet with me and the more I got to know her, the more I enjoyed my stay, She is a fun person to be around. All of the staff of the restaurant are amazing and sweet and I'm glad I've meet each one of them. I went on the super high season and it was a heavy work, felt like a real job (which was different from my other experiences in Worldpackers, so I had to get used to it ) which I already knew it would be but because I'm not used to this kinda of job, it was a little bit hard on me… the hours were exactly what agreed on and we had a cutesy little apartment.

4 mesi fa

Grecia

4

It was a good hostel experience. I'm thankful to Ana for what I learned through working in the reception in my time there(even if it was very demanding at times),for her trust and guidance-and to Cleiton for his support along the way.The hostel is in the heart of Portimão,with a lot places in Algarve region in minimum distance.As volunteer you have a space that is designed only for us-small though comfortable and pocket money 20€ per week for groceries.For exploring this part of Portugal it's a nice place to be!

5 mesi fa

Irlanda

4

I had a mixed time at the hostel. The location, pool, weather and the girls I volunteered with were amazing but I had to leave early because it got too expensive. I was told that all meals would be included but it was just breakfast and a €20 per week stipend which did not cover decent lunch and dinner. No laundry on site and you need Ubers a lot so costs add up. I worked at reception which was stressful at first. Its a lot of responsibility for just one person on shift without adequate training and sometimes we had to figure things out on our own which felt a bit much for a volunteer role!

5 mesi fa

Stati Uniti

4

I enjoyed my time at the hostel! I felt lucky to learn the ropes of the restaurant and meet incredible people (shoutout Cleiton!) while exploring the Algarve! Working in the restaurant was rewarding, but difficult at first, as you are expected to jump right in without formal training. Expect to be on your feet for 6 hours/day with a 20 min break and a €20/week grocery budget. Our host, Ana, had excellent recommendations and was inclusive volunteers in her plans. While she is receptive to feedback, volunteers need to be comfortable advocating for themselves. Thanks for a beautiful summer, Ana!

5 mesi fa

Italia

4

I had a good time at the hostel. Ana, the host, was welcoming and kind, and I enjoyed working with Scarlet, who was patient, professional and supportive. The hostel was closed for low season and under construction, so we stayed in a room with only a couch and a shared king-sized bed. It wasn't too uncomfortable since my roommates were respectful, but sharing a bed may not suit everyone. The tasks were easy and well explained (also due to the low season). Overall, it was a good experience, and the room situation was beyond Ana's control, so it will likely be different in the future :)))

10 mesi fa

Italia

5

I had a wonderful experience in Portimão at the hostel! Both the restaurant and the hostel were very cozy and welcoming, it was my first time with WP, and it was definitely very positive. The owner Ana and the whole team were always friendly and helpful, the work was very easy and doable as it was low season and there were not many tourists. During these three weeks, thanks to the days off or outside the working hours, I was able to get around the Algarve a lot, both buses and trains leave from Portimão and it is therefore very easy. I would definitely recommend this experience!

12 mesi fa

Francia

5

I had a great experience at the hostel ! It was my first experience as a waitress and it went well. The restaurant team is very welcoming, the work was not complicated and the schedules were given in advance. It was quiet during this month of December in Portimão but the city is very well located to visit all Algarve ! The manager, Ana, was very present and available whenever I needed help or something for accommodation/meals. She also gave me good advice so that I could visit the Algarve as best as possible. I will come back with pleasure if I can :)

circa 1 anno fa

Svezia

5

I had a great experience here. The work was easy and fun but a bit slow sometimes since it is low season for the restaurant. The hostel was cozy and clean and you easily felt like home. Ana (The manager) is kind and communicated well about the tasks/ scheduele and was very flexible if you needed to change something. Portimao is a small town with not that many tourists so it is a great place if you want a local experience. Good cafés, malls and beautiful beaches within walking distance. The other volunteers were amazing and I really recommend this place :) .

circa 1 anno fa

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