Ho(s)tel & Bar Volunteer: Be Part of the Coolest Hostel in Town!

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Connect with international travelers: 52 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals: 48 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals

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What you offer

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

Bartending: Make and serve drinks and help maintain the beverages inventory.

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

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

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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.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Basic Internet Access: Basic 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 Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

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

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

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

Stay up to: 2 months

The Experience

We are looking for individuals with swanky energy to join us! Your tasks won’t be too complex, but we need someone dependable. You’ll assist with housekeeping, reception, bar and/or breakfast duties. In return, enjoy a cool work environment, great colleagues, central city location, lemonade by the pool, accommodation, food and unforgettable memories! 😊 fun fact: Swanky is both hostel and hotel, so you’ll experience the best of both worlds!

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Between 18 and 35 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Be from outside Croatia

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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76 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

52 Meeting international travelers
48 Meeting locals
40 Immersing in the local culture
33 Practicing English
11 Developing social awareness
8 Practicing Spanish

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

4 5. Gender equality
4 13. Climate action
3 10. Reduced inequalities
3 17. Partnerships for the goals
2 4. Quality education

yona

France

As a first volunteering experience, this as been really fulfilling. I met awesome people, among the others volunteers, staff members, guests and regulars at the bar. Our accomodation was definitely cosy and allowed everyone to have their own space since it was never crowded. The work's difficulty depended on the position assigned but the tasks were still pretty easy and sometimes fun. Mihaela, the "volunteer's manager" was welcoming, curious, funny and caring, which made me feel safe during my trip.

2 days ago

Cynthia

Chile

My experience in this volunteer opportunity was very positive. The environment was pleasant from the start, and the shifts felt more like helping than actual work. The hostel provided groceries so we could cook, which was super helpful (the kitchen was well equipped). Mikahela, the volunteer coordinator, was kind and caring. The guests were friendly too. At the bar, some people were a bit reluctant to speak English, but with time, you connect with everyone. I'd love to repeat the experience someday.

3 days ago

Ivy

Australia

The hostel instantly felt like home, and the people quickly became like a second family to me. The vibe is super welcoming, and I made some amazing friendships during my time here. The management is lovely—everything's well-organized, which makes things run smoothly. Zagreb is such an amazing and unique city, and with all the amazing the hostel staff, it's truly something special. I couldn't have asked for a better place for my first volunteer experience. I encourage others to make the trip here, I'll definitely be missing it :)

3 days ago

Pietro

Italy

I just want to say that I am very sad to leave this place... working hours are fully respected, the stuff is very nice and funny, and the most important thing is that nobody screams or yells at you when you make some mistakes. I truerly recommend this hostel if you want to have fun and meet new people!

about 1 month ago

Grace

United States

I had an amazing time at the hostel!! It is definitely less of a social hostel and more a hotel/hostel but I worked in the bar and met so many awesome people. Not too much to do in Zagreb but it's super accessible to places like Ljubliana and Graz.

about 2 months ago

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