Columbus Rooftop Hostel

At Columbus you will join part of a huge community of Gran Canaria island.

Our place is fun, sunny most of the time during the year. The island has a lot of micro climates, you can enjoy hiking in mountains, different types of sport, socialising with guests, find new friends.

Volunteers are part of the hostel family, we make sure they have everything they need to feel comfortable here. To extend their skill, comfort zone, language exchange, travelling experiences. Here you will get to know a wider variety of people doing the exact same thing as you, join part of a wider community on the island, get involved.

First and foremost in the building everybody is treated with complete and utter respect. Kindness and compassion is what we show to each other. Our strength is our location and the vibes. You will be part of a family, if this is going to be your first adventure, dont worry, we are going to take care of you :) We have a maximum stay policy of 2 months, but are always open to great people returning to us.


Reviews

4.5
(143 reviews)143

Staff & Host

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

United Kingdom

5

The social volunteer role was super fun. I really enjoyed getting the guests and volunteers together for the weekly activities. The hostel itself is great in a fantastic location. The perks of a free stay in a hostel in the mountains plus discounted surf lessons were a bonus!

9 days ago

Italy

5

I had a wonderful time at Columbus Rooftop Hostel. It was a unique experience that allowed me to meet amazing people and share unforgettable moments. The work was manageable, leaving plenty of time to explore the island.
Absolutely recommended!

14 days ago

Italy

4

I did volunteer work between July and August. Since it was the low season, the tasks required were not only simple and repetitive but also not too demanding. They mostly involved cleaning and reception work. As a result, I had plenty of free time for myself.
The experience was really great. I met lots of friendly people from all over the world, improved my English, and tried new things.
I definitely recommend this kind of adventure. It’s a perfect way to broaden your horizons, meet new people, make friends, and explore the island.

24 days ago

Czech Republic

5

I can’t explain how grateful I am for this volunteering experience at Columbus. I had the best time and was really lucky with the amazing group I spent the month with, I wouldn’t change a thing! The only small downside is that there are cockroaches, but the hostel is actively working on solving this issue. Apart from that, I would recommend this place to everyone. Thank you so much for the wonderful time I could spend here and to all the volunteers, I truly had the best experience! 💗 thank you

27 days ago


daniel replied

Thank you so much for your kind words and for being such a positive part of the Columbus family, Nikol! 💛 We're so happy to hear you had a great experience and connected well with the group—that means a lot to us. We really appreciate your understanding regarding the cockroach issue; it's something we're actively addressing, and feedback like yours helps us improve. Wishing you all the best on your journey, and you’re always welcome back! 🌍✨

Germany

5

My volunteering experience at Columbus Rooftop Hostel was incredible. I met so many lovely people, the tasks were manageable and we had enough free time to explore the island. If you’re thinking of going you should definitely do it! It was one of the best times ever 🥰

about 1 month ago


daniel replied

Thank you so much for your lovely words, Lea! 🥰 We're thrilled to hear you had such a great time at Columbus Rooftop Hostel and that the experience was so meaningful for you. It's always amazing to see volunteers connect, enjoy the island, and make the most of their time here. You're always welcome back—wishing you all the best on your next adventure! 🌞🌴


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