NEWSTAYINN HOSTEL

Hello!

I'm Hara, the hostel manager of Newstayinn.

We acquired this hostel back in September 2023, and most of the remodeling is now complete.

Since then, we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming 26 amazing volunteers, including Kim, Helene, Illany, Clo, Anisha, Reteu, Tasha, Eunice, Valeria, Valentina, Noelia, Maire, Dee, Sabrina, Sofie, Pamela, Teddy, Giada, Caoimhe, Natalie, Wynne, Sara, Michel, Hana, Priya, and Margarita. Many more are planning to visit soon!

I’ve grown very close to them, like family. We’ve taken photos together, gone to karaoke, and even enjoyed monthly BBQ parties.

While it may not have been perfect, I truly did my best to create a welcoming and supportive environment for our volunteers.

If you’re looking for a place to stay, come to our hostel in Myeong-dong, the heart of Seoul, and enjoy a comfortable stay!

I hope you experience Korea to the fullest, and if you’re interested in learning Korean, please join us!

As a professional actor, I can teach you Korean with enthusiasm and fun reactions!

Thank you!

Josh, our manager, and I always strive to support our volunteers. If you’re interested in learning Korean, feel free to join us! We both graduated from the Department of Theater and Film and are also working as actors. I can teach you Korean in a simple and easy way. There is a microwave and an electric stove available for cooking. We provide a dedicated refrigerator for employees. Volunteers are accommodated in a private four-person dormitory with bathrooms. All volunteers are women. Washing machines and dryers are available for free on the 4th floor. Once a month, we host a Korean BBQ party for all employees!

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

Reviews

5.0
(38 reviews)38

Staff & Host

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

Italy

5

Everything is fantastic, work times are respected, you have a lot of time to visit the city

9 days ago

China

5

Starting my first volunteer travel experience at Newstayinn was one of the best choices I made this year. Located in the central area of Seoul, the hostel was smaller than I expected, but I had everything I needed. Transportation was also very convenient, making it easy to explore the city. The amount of working hours each day may depend on the amount of guests, there were some busier days, but mostly I had no trouble fulfilling my task. The last six weeks made me feel like I had a new home in Korea. Expressing my heartfelt thanks to the hosts and all the volunteers I met here!

15 days ago


Hara replied

Thank you for your helpful feedback. Josh and I have decided to begin volunteer training from now on. This way, clear standards can be applied, and everyone will be able to work under the same conditions.

Thank you again!

Colombia

5

Los anfitriones son muy amables y suelen invitarte a salir o compartir comidas coreanas cada semana. El trabajo es sencillo y flexible, si ajustas bien tu tiempo, puede ser menos tiempo. Aún así trata de hacerlo bien. El cuarto es pequeño pero cómodo, y es fácil hacer amistades. Siempre es bueno que seas organizada y ayudes a mantener el cuarto limpio. La ubicación es excelente y hay comida rica y económica cerca. La app dice que incluye 3 comidas, son básicos, como pan, huevos y leche, así que es bueno traer dinero extra para proteína o comer fuera. ¡Volvería feliz, disfruta de tu viaje!

28 days ago

Brazil

5

Volunteering at New Stay Inn was truly the most rewarding experience of my life.
I am deeply grateful to Hara and Josh for the opportunity. The work was straightforward, and both the schedule and tasks were exactly as previously agreed. The facilities are excellent, and the location is ideal for discovering Seoul. From the moment I arrived, the hosts and team made me feel warmly welcomed — as if I had a family in South Korea. We often shared meals and enjoyed meaningful moments together.
Thank you sincerely, Hara and Josh.

about 1 month ago


Hara replied

Aline! Que longa jornada!
Vou esperar você cumprir a promessa de vir para a Coreia todos os anos.
Mesmo que não fique no nosso hostel, por favor venha encontrar o Josh quando visitar a Coreia.

Muito obrigada por estar com a gente. 💖

United Kingdom

5

Where do I begin? I’ve been at New Stay Inn a long time and it truly feels like home. Josh and Hara were so welcoming and took the time to get to know me, which helped me feel at ease quickly. The work is simple, about 2 to 3 hours a day with plenty of free time. They provide basic food, surprise us with snacks and take us out for meals monthly. I have dietary restrictions and Josh and Hara have always tried their best to accommodate me. Along the way, I’ve also built genuine friendships here. Josh and Hara’s kindness makes this place feel like more than just a stay, it feels like family! 🥰

2 months ago


Hara replied

I didn’t understand how the reply function worked, so I’m only responding now.
We’ll never forget the year we spent together.
Thank you so much, and if you ever have any difficulties during the rest of your time in Korea, please don’t hesitate to contact me.


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