Explore the genuine Puglia's culture while helping at our Hostel!

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: 85 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 64 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion

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What you offer

25h

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

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

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

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

Additional Fee: This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

€ 30

One time

Fee pays for

Donation to project

Description

We require you to book, the first night only, managing your data as a guest, transmitting the data to the authorities, and assigning your bed in the hostel.

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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.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

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: 30 days

Stay up to: 40 days

The Experience

We offer you the opportunity to explore Lecce and Salento while you help us with for a few hours a week. Tasks includes: made breakfast for guest and helping with cleaning and making the beds in the rooms. Applicants must speak English and preferably some Italian but this is not essential. In return you will get free accommodation in a spacious mixed dorm room, free breakfast, free use of the kitchen, and discount

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Requirements

Intermediate English or Beginner Italian
Between 18 and 38 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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98 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

85 Meeting international travelers
64 Immersing in the local culture
56 Meeting locals
51 Practicing English
23 Developing social awareness
16 Get in touch with nature

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

17 5. Gender equality
16 3. Good health and well-being
16 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
15 12. Responsible consumption and production
10 10. Reduced inequalities

Brandon

Australia

Nice place to relax in the off season. Work is fair and Alessio and Maria are easy going and run the place extremely well.

2 days ago

Viktor

Sweden

I had a great time in Lecce! As a part of the cleaning team I helped out to clean the hostel after breakfast, which I did until we finished with the tasks for the day. Winter time is low season there so the work was very light and we were always done pretty early. Then we had the rest of the day to do whatever we wanted to, exploring the city and other places close by for example. I had a lot of fun with Alessio, Maria and the other volunteers, hope to see you again!

9 days ago

Valentino

Argentina

My experience at the hostel was brilliant! Maria, Alessio and Antonella made me feel welcome from day one, they're great people and super fun to work with. I did the breakfast shift and everything was clear and well organized. The hostel has a chill, social vibe and we often did dinners, barbecues, pasta nights and mate, which felt like a little family. They even organized my birthday and it was amazing. Lecce is a lovely and relaxed city. Note: buses work well only in summer; the rest of the year you may need a car. Grazie mille! I'd love to come back,truly unforgettable experience! 🫶🏻✨💕

22 days ago

Paul

Germany

A big thank you to Maria and Alessio! I've really enjoyed my time at the hostel and I'm very glad that I got to be part of your team. Getting to know the other volunteers and spending time with them was also a great part of my time there. During my stay, I was responsible for preparing breakfast, which suited me perfectly. The tasks were clear and consistent, so it was easy to get used to the workflow. In the afternoons and evenings, there was always plenty of free time to explore or relax. All in all, it was a great experience that I can definitely recommend! :)

about 1 month ago

Maria replied

Paul is a charming person from the first day you meet him; he is very responsible, detail-oriented, and above all, he has a very positive energy to share. He spent 2 months helping out on the breakfast team and I must highlight his commitment to the assigned tasks and the impeccable cleanliness with which he worked. We were so happy to meet you and share so many moments during the time you were with us. We will remember you fondly and hope to see you again. I hope you enjoyed your stay with us.

Yang

Canada

Temporary review written by the Worldpackers team.

about 1 month ago

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