Ostello degli Elefanti Catania Hostel

We are a Backpackers Hostel looking for enthusiastic volunteers! This is a great opportunity to explore the sunny Sicily, learn some Italian and have a great time in a great city!
We are right in the centre of town, a minute from the Duomo square, you don't get more central in Catania than us!
Our building is amazing and offers the best views of Catania!

We are Angela & Marcello, 10 years ago, we opened the hostel, this is a fantastic job. We will be happy to host you. Please be aware we are looking for a minimum 1 month volunteers, and those who are only interested in less than that, won't be considered! In exchange for 24 hours of help per week, we offer free accommodation in a dorm, breakfast, wi-fi, laundry any hostel service. Your duties will include reception, cleaning, and preparing breakfast. Two night shifts per week would also be necessary, depending on how busy we are. Meet other travelers and have a ton of fun while living for free in Catania centre. Contact for more info!! We look forward to seeing you! You will be asked to do a night shift here and there, but you don't have to stay up all night, just make sure you are around at the hostel. For your meals, you can use the hostel's kitchen. The street market it's really cheap and good. IF YOU ARE THINKING OF COMING OVER PLEASE TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION WE REQUIRE A MINIMUM ONE MONTH STAY! THANKS FOR CHECKING OUR POST.

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Reviews

5.0
(110 reviews)110

Staff & Host

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

Brazil

5

It was my first volunteer work and what an incredible experience! The hostel is a very authentic and unique place, it's a great opportunity to learn new languages ​​and make connections with all parts of the world! The work may seem complex at first, but there's always someone there to guide and help! Everyone was very welcoming, the shifts are fair, and you learn SO MUCH! I left there with a little piece of everyone. It was literally my home away from home, I miss it every day 🩷🩷🩷🩷

17 days ago

Canada

5

Had an amazing time at ostello degli elefanti, truly met some amazing people I’ll love forever and made some great memories. The night shifts were a bit tough at first but once you settle into a routine with them, then they’re super easy. I ran into a few problems as someone who only speaks English and a bit of French but there were always people around to help when I needed it. Overall definitely recommend and will always miss the mushroom pasta nights

about 1 month ago

Argentina

5

Mi experiencia en el ostello fue increíble! Cumplen con lo acordado, las instalaciones son buenas, el trabajo es súper tranquilo y la ubicación es maravillosa. El staff fue increíble, sobre todo Ale, el manager, que siempre está disponible para lo que necesites!! Gracias degli Elefanti, por esta experiencia maravillosa en Sicilia!!

about 2 months ago

Brazil

5

What an experience! I LOVED spending my time working at Ostelo. Such a beautiful and cozy space with great facilities, a super welcoming staff, and fair shifts. I had the privilege of working on the rooftop, which I absolutely loved. The night shifts were a bit challenging, mainly because of staying awake, but apart from that, everything was quite smooth. On top of that, I truly enjoyed preparing and setting up breakfast every morning.

3 months ago

Canada

5

Had an amazing experience here. Would definitely recommend whether it's your first experience or you've done a few. The staff were always there to help if needed. I loved the cooking class that they put on. Overall it was one of the best places I've been to yet. I'll definitely be back.

3 months ago


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