Let's give our guests the Pop experience in Catania!

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
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 63 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion

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What you offer

28h

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

Night Shift: Help with night shift tasks and create a relaxing environment for guests.

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.

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.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

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

Welcome to our space: young, artistic and stimulating. We are a family, ready to welcome you with the typical italian warmth. We are in Catania city center, near the major monuments and beaches. We are looking for someone who can help us with customer reception, cleaning and breakfast. Minimum 1 month stay.

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Requirements

Fluent English or Beginner Italian
Between 18 and 35 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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92 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

83 Meeting international travelers
63 Immersing in the local culture
52 Practicing English
41 Meeting locals
24 Developing social awareness
12 Creating true social impact

Frankie

United States

I absolutely loved my time at UrbanPop! Salvo is absolutely wonderful and everything was just as I expected. This opportunity does require a decent amount of work, but I found it to be fair and it was very clear from the start exactly what I should expect. The hostel is clean, in a great location close to beaches and fun nightlife, and felt safe. Guests are generally older, but that was not a problem for me since I was working with other volunteers my age. Thank you so much Salvo and Reza for a great experience- I'll be back soon! :)

14 days ago

Iines

Finland

Volunteering at UrbanPop Hostel was such an unforgettable experience! The hosts were genuine, nice and fun people who made sure my stay was enjoyable from the start. The workload is more than reasonable and well communicated beforehand. The atmosphere is super chill and open, and I got to meet people from all over the world. Catania is perfect for exploring the vibrant local culture and other parts of Sicily too. I'm super grateful for this experience and will leave UrbanPop with the most amazing memories and new friendships!<3

17 days ago

Laura

Germany

I had the best time ever at the hostel!! I met a lot of people from different countries, got to know the culture and made the best memories ever. I truly recommend coming to this place. The owner, Salvo and the manager, Reza were the best hosts I could've imagined. The working hours were fair and everything worked out as explained. The volunteers are being respected, the hostel is lovely and the guests were respectful as well. This, as my first volunteer experience, was the best experience I could've wished for. Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity of this experience!!!

29 days ago

Kimberly

Australia

I had the best time, other volunteers and managers were so lovely and made the experience great. There was a fair bit of work, but it was all outlined beforehand and the hours were respected. Overall would definitely recommend the experience 😊

about 2 months ago

Carly

United Kingdom

I spent 6 weeks here at the hostel, and honestly, i thought it would feel like forever - but it flew by so fast and i am so sad that it is already over :( I had the best time ever !! Reza, Salvo and all the other volunteers were so nice and welcoming since the very start, they soon became like family to me and the hostel felt like home! 💗 The work and hours were exactly what we agreed on beforehand and there were no problems whatsoever. I am so grateful for this experience and to everyone that i have met, I will truly miss this place ! Hopefully i'll be back soon 🥰

2 months ago

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