Hostel Costello

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

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Live an amazing experience in Italy while helping out at our hostel :)

Housekeeping Administration Reception Cleaning

La Spezia, Italy

Reviews

5.0
(37 reviews)37

Staff & Host

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

Turkey

5

Costello was my first volunteering experience and it was great! Time flew by. The hostel has a very cozy vibe and it’s super easy to meet people from all over the world. Guests always left with a smile. The team is extremely welcoming and full of tips on what to do around La Spezia. The tasks were just as described and the schedule was flexible, so I had plenty of time to explore La Spezia, Cinque Terre, and much moore. I definitely recommend!

6 days ago

Andrea replied

Unfortunately I did not manage to write a review for Ceren on time, but I'd like to say here how serious, committed and professional she has been. A truly genuinely nice person ready to help and always positive with the guests and the the rest of the staff. Thanks Ceren for passing by, I will always be grateful.

Mexico

5

Andrea is truly one of a kind. He makes Costello feel like home, and his kindness, patience, and passion for what he does are inspiring. The atmosphere he and his amazing team create is unforgettable. I learned so much and felt so welcome every single day. The girls from the staff are super friendly and always committed to helping volunteers, which makes the experience even better.
The schedule is very flexible. The experience was incredible more than I ever expected. This has been an experience I will carry in my heart forever. Thank you, Andrea, for everything! ❤️

23 days ago

Colombia

5

Costello is more than a Hostel, is a family! Andrea is a great host and the girls from the staff became my friends, they were super welcoming and committed with the volunteer’s process, the tasks are not hard and the schedules are so flexible, Also the room was comfy, I loved all the activities like “Pasta al pesto night” and “Aperitivo night”.

Thanks Andrea for the time in Costello, I hope the best for the coming months and years! I really felt as home!
Is my 2nd experience in hostels, but Costello was beyond my expectations!

about 2 months ago

Switzerland

5

This experience was out of this world. Absolutely fantastic.
Andrea and the whole team are super kind, the hostel is lovely and very cozy. Besides working, there is plenty of time to explore the surroundings or have a chat with the guests.
The only negative thing was that I was only there for three weeks. mea culpa ;)

Thanks for everything, it was outstanding <3

3 months ago

United States

5

I had a wonderful month in La Spezia! It’s a perfect town to spend time in with access to so much hiking, nature, and swimming. Also pesto. I had a good experience at Costello, the work was as discussed ranging from daily housekeeping (all rooms, bathrooms, kitchen, beds) to reception. The hours were reasonable for a work exchange (it was 20-25 hours when I was there, seems to be more now). The hostel was comfortable, and the staff were all kind and helpful.

4 months ago