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Brazil

5

I had an excellent experience overall. The team was welcoming and respectful, with great events like Pizza Nights, Saturday Spitz, and evening "aperitivos" that encouraged connection of volunteers and travelers. Free time and days off allowed plenty of travel, the region is beautiful and it has a lot to discover. The Hostel is clean, organized, and I only had good feedbacks from the guests. The only downside was the off-site apartment—volunteer-managed, not always clean, and with old, stained linens. Still, I met amazing people, explored new places, ate well, and had lots of fun.

22 days ago

Bulgaria

5

I had a great time volunteering in the hostel. The team is great, welcoming and friendly and the tasks were very manageable and easy. Giulia is planning the shifts very well so there is plenty of free time to enjoy and to explore the beautiful surrounding areas and Cinque Terre. Having other volunteers there at the same time also made the experience fun and enjoyable. Definitely recommend!

about 2 months ago

Australia

5

I had an excellent time volunteering at the hostel. The staff we're excellent, super friendly, social and welcoming. I was very fortunate as well to have two other volunteers to travel and explore with which made the experience all the better. The shifts were really reasonable and allowed you plenty of freedom to do activities during the day, even on days which you were working. During my volunteering, a family member came to visit me and Giulia kindly rearranged the shift to allow me to have time to spend them. Overall, it was a really fun and rewarding experience.

3 months ago

Uruguay

5

Very good environment, friendly team and prepare to live in community… is important to be considerate of the space you share… staff super helpful, workload is nice and the city is so beautiful and small… I learned Italian but there is a lot of English speakers in the city in general so not a problem when I couldn't communicate in Italian… would definitely come back and recommend.

4 months ago

United States

5

I'm so grateful for my experience at the hostel. The month went by super quickly with the staff and other volunteers and I never felt like I ran out of places to see. All the working hours and tasks were well respected and enjoyable :) thank you Guilia for everything.

4 months ago

Argentina

5

I spent six unforgettable weeks there, surrounded by amazing people and breathtaking landscapes. The atmosphere at the hostel is warm and welcoming—I felt part of a little family from the very beginning. La Spezia is the perfect spot for travelers who enjoy hiking, with plenty of incredible trails and sea views, especially around Cinque Terre. And after a long day outdoors, you can enjoy delicious local food—totally worth it! I truly recommend this volunteer opportunity to anyone who wants to connect with people from all over the world, explore nature, and enjoy good food :D

5 months ago

Turkey

3

I stayed 6 weeks and enjoyed the hostel's fantastic location, and the chance to meet wonderful guests, staff, and fellow volunteers. The working hours were fair and gave me plenty of time to travel and explore. However, working with the owner, Giulia, was challenging. She often seemed stressed, which created tension for me. Sometimes communication was unclear and volunteers' needs were not prioritized. Meals promised as free on the evening shift were charged, and having limited supplies in the apartment was not nice. Still, I'm grateful for the opportunity and for all the people I met.

12 days ago

giulia replied

Thank you for your feedback. Everyone’s suggestions are valuable and help us improve.I’d like to clarify that, as mentioned during the video call, the volunteer on shift is entitled to a free dinner if there are guests signed up for the event. Volunteers not on shift are welcome to join at a 50% discounted rate.Regarding pizza nights, I also explained that if a discount is available, it can be used for the volunteer on shift, though it’s not always guaranteed. I hope this is now clearer

United States

3

The location is beautiful, but the living accomodations for volunteers is below average especially when compared to the hostel. Being on the top floor without AC in the summer was unbearable at times and made it difficult to reside in the apartment. It was also dirty when I arrived as it isn't cleaned between volunteers. Next year, the volunteer may stay in the hostel which should be better. The hours are good, and you have time off to explore. The cleaning shift was more work than I expected as one volunteer is expected to clean the entire hostel when the housekeeper is off.

25 days ago

giulia replied

Thanks for your feedback. The staff accommodation was explained beforehand and is quite basic, which is common for many Italian houses without air conditioning.
After being reported the house was not well kept by the previous volunteers, we’ve put clearer rules in place, hoping it will be taken more care of.
Regarding the hostel cleaning, it’s part of the volunteer role and was explained during the video call. The receptionist also helps as much as possible during that shift.

Spain

5

More than a hostel, it felt like home. I couldn't have asked for more: surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, getting to know people from all around the world, located in the city center... but most importantly, working side to side with amazing and lovely people that I already miss and I just left. Thanks for making this volunteering experience so special!

10 months ago

Mexico

5

My month in this little corner of Italy was a dream, the vibes of the hotel are that of a small home in the middle of a postcard landscape. The tasks were simple and leave you enough time to live your own adventure in the beautiful little towns that surround the area, the social part is greatly enjoyed if you are someone who loves meeting people from the most remote places in the world, the cultural exchange and being nourished by multiple languages ​​is what I take away the most from this place. Another of the great points in favor of this volunteering is the team at the hostel who will alway

11 months ago

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