Help us to continue being the N1 hostel in Sofia 🔝

Spain

5

You'll need to work hard during the shift but the experience is completely worth it. Specially if you meet other volunteers. Nina is going to be your boss and although at certain times communication may be slightly difficult you won't have much problems. And with time it is impossible not to love Nina. She even cooked us typical russian food and she made me a couple of gifts.

over 1 year ago

Hungary

5

My experience the hostel N1 Sofia was magical. Nina, Alex, and all their family are really friendly and helpful even with the language barrier. They are really particular about some things, but they just want to ensure that the hostel is clean and the guests have a good experience. They are really patient in the learning process, and if u don't know something they will just show u again so next time u can do it perfectly :) the working hours are respected, at first maybe the tasks can seem like a lot, but after a couple of shifts u will see how clear and easy everything is. I'm really grateful

over 1 year ago

Switzerland

5

The hostel felt very confortable and easy to live in for a month and having Nina around was amazing! The shifts can be pretty hard work but once you learn everything it goes smoothly and the shifts are no longer than 5 hours. Alex was flexible with the timetable of shifts abd you get to da free tour around Sofia. Overall I've learned a lot about how a hostel works and responsability and met a lot of good people!

over 1 year ago

France

5

I truly loved my time at Hostel N1 the hostel . My work exchange experience there was immensely rewarding, helping me develop and learn many professional skills, including hospitality, check-in and check-out procedures, booking systems, and accounting. One of the highlights was getting to know Nina, who I now fondly consider as my mom in Bulgaria. Despite the language barrier and relying on Google Translate, we created a strong bond in just one week. I will also remember the other volunteers and guests from all over the world and Alex ! You won't regret this experience :)

over 1 year ago

Romania

5

I liked my experience at Hostel N1 the hostel. The hostel is really clean, cozy and welcoming and Nina, the manager, is a sunshine in human form. Your job as a volunteer is demanding so I think you should know you are not going to rest there. As long as you respect the instructions they give you and you da great job, you will have no problem. I feel like I learnt a lot during my month there so it is a perfect place to gain some skills related to how a hostel works. The hostel is pretty small which makes it actually really sociable, even if there are a lot of rules. I had a great time!

over 1 year ago

Israel

5

I loved my time in n1 hostel! Got to meet a lot of people, got to live like a local the hostel for a little while. The work is not too hard, but you do need to do it well and take it seriously. If that's your style this place will be perfect for you :)

over 1 year ago

Colombia

5

One of the best to volunteer, you will feel at home and the people who run it are very human, excellent decision

over 1 year ago

United States

5

I loved my time at N1 hostel! The place is so clean and well kept. Alex is very communicative and incredibly flexible. It was also great chatting with him and learning more about his experience managing hostels in Bulgaria. I received most of my training from Nina who is absolutely lovely. The first week was mostly learning the ins and outs of the different shift tasks. There is also a binder with reminders on what to do at what times for each shift. I truly enjoyed getting to connect with the other volunteers and the various guests. I'll always love stopping by to say hi whenever the hostel!

almost 2 years ago

El Salvador

5

Hostel N1 has left me one of the best memories during my trip the hostel, I enjoyed it and had a great time. The hostel is practically in the city center, you have everything you need a few steps from the hostel. Thanks to Nina and Alex, my volunteering has been spectacular, I have no words to describe how kind they have been to me. The hostel tasks are exactly what they explain to you and the schedules are flexible. I felt very welcomed and extending my stay was not difficult at all. That is why I recommend volunteering at Hostel N1, thanks a lot to Alex and Nina for this incredible experience

almost 2 years ago

Brazil

5

This was my first volunteering experience and couldn't be better ❤️ Nina is sweet and have a mothers heart, and Alex is super chill and patiente. The experience was great, the work is easy and the hours are respected. The first week is a little bit harder because we are learning, but when you learn the tasks, is super ok. We connect with a lot of international guests and practice a lot of languages, the location is amazing and we can go out walking or take the metro easily, and they also provide basic food, which was great! 5 stars experience that I'll never forget. Thank you Nina and Alex!

almost 2 years ago

Apply Now