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Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers: 83 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English: 68 travelers recommend this host to practice English
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.

Reception: Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 4 weeks

The Experience

Hello! My name is Alex, I am the hostel manager in Sofia, the hostel is located in the center of Sofia and close to most of the city's attractions. We need volunteers to receive guests, cleaning, bed preparation, hold joint events and so on. We provide a bed for volunteers, a kitchen, basic products, Wi-Fi, free tours, work 5 hours a day following instructions and 2 days off a week.

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Requirements

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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118 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

83 Meeting international travelers
68 Practicing English
35 Immersing in the local culture
32 Meeting locals
18 Practicing Spanish
17 Developing social awareness

Mércia

Brazil

I had an amazing experience at this hostel, and I'm truly grateful for the time I spent here. Dina and Nina feel like family to me, they always made sure everything was well-stocked, asked if I slept well, and genuinely cared about my well-being. The work can be intense at times, but once you get used to it, it becomes much easier. There are many rules, but they help create structure and make it clear what is expected, which is great for understanding the workflow.

2 months ago

Tania

France

It's a really nice place to stay, Nina and Dina are really nice they will always check if you are okay and feel comfortable and they are really welcoming ! I personally learn a lot about work the hostel and it was a great experience

4 months ago

Leticia

Brazil

The hostel is in the heart of the city! Supermarket in front of it and every nice place is close to the hostel. You have a room for the staff and the working hours are respected. The work shifts are very organized and everything you need to know is documented and easy for you to follow. Half of the month Dina is in charge, which means that your work is going to be fine. The other half is with Nina, she is very rigorous and not patient at all with any mistakes possible. At the beginning is difficult, but then she trusts you and it's okay.

4 months ago

andres

Colombia

Aquí te dejo la traducción: "This was my first volunteering experience, and I had never worked in a hostel before. I found it very interesting, as it allowed me to learn new skills and understand what volunteering is all about. I had great colleagues, Gabriel from Brazil and Dimitri from France. The work at the hostel was very clear, with set rules. At first, it was a bit challenging, as Nina, Alex's mother, is very strict. Don't get me wrong, I think it's great to have rules to keep everything in order. However, I think communication could be improved, as Nina doesn't speak any English, and

5 months ago

Vivian

Brazil

My journey at the N1 hostel was amazing. The accommodation and service were as agreed, and the fact that it has many rules helps you know exactly what you need to do on each work shift. Working hours are strictly respected, and days off too. The atmosphere was always friendly and respectful, with moments of relaxation. Alex, Nina and Dina were the people I had contact with, and they were amazing, the hostel is family and they made me feel part of it.

6 months ago

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