The Hostel

Hey everybody, let me tell you about this place a bit.

This hostel has been open for a few years already, but unfortunately, a period of poor management led to a downturn in reviews. We are building a new team with the goal of reinventing this place. We aim to create a friendly atmosphere, to offer a clean and comfortable stay for all guests as well as to offer them advice on how to have the best experience possible when they visit Edinburgh. We need people who are ready to accept this challenge and help us out!

PS: For us, diversity and inclusion are extremely important, be it equality, gender, sexual orientation, race, or nationality. We take this into consideration in our volunteering.
For more information, follow us on Instagram @thehosteledi

The Hostel Manager: Hello, we are Caitlin & Micaelyn. Depending on when you arrive in the year, you will be dealing with one of us or both of us. Caitlin is taking over from Stephanie from the 1st of November. We both started out as as volunteers in The Hostel and during our time here, we have done a bit of everything and so know every aspect of the job. We have both worked in a variety of industries and jobs and have learnt from all of them. We believe in continued growth and learning. We know that every experience and individual brings their own special element to the table. We have always believed in working and living with integrity as well as leaving both a place and its people better than you found them. Always driven to improve. The Hostel management and team are looking for hardworking and enthusiastic people to join our magical team. Together, we can continue to create an incredible and special environment and experience for all.

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

Reviews

5.0
(298 reviews)298

Staff & Host

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

Canada

5

I absolutely loved my time at The Hostel! I came to explore Edinburgh, but the community that is fostered at the hostel is what will remain in my heart (though Edinburgh is amazing too!!!). The work is straightforward and fair, and you’re working with a fun, supportive, collaborative team. I will 100% be back and recommend this experience to anyone looking to meet some awesome humans and explore the wonderful city if Edinburgh.

13 days ago

Belgium

5

Working at the Hostel was beyond all my expectations!
I arrived sooner to start living with other people and I finished this experience surrounded by amazing souls. I am grateful for all the people I met and for all the shared stories!
Working at The Hostel won’t bring you a task to do but friends to hang out with and lovely people to share memories with.

16 days ago

France

5

such a warm place ! 🫶🏼

17 days ago

Argentina

5

The experience was incredible. The tasks were not difficult, everything was very well organized, and I was welcomed with open arms from the very first day. It is located very close to the city center, which makes it perfect for exploring and getting around by public transport. The place is very lively and you will never get bored inside the hostel; there is always something to do. Highly recommended for experiencing Scottish culture up close and learning about its history. The only bad, truly negative and terrible thing is that you won’t want to leave when your stay comes to an end. I miss you

27 days ago

Australia

5

super cozy and cute! location is great and the manager caitlin is lovely. totally recommend!

about 1 month ago


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