Hostel São Paulo, Brazil

4.5
(109 reviews)109

3.Venha ajudar na recepção + limpeza e curta a Vila Madalena ;)

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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers
54 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
49 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

30h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Administration
Help with booking systems and payments.
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

2

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 Pubs
Get discounts at nearby pubs.
Discounts on Drinks
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Accommodation
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Support
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Availability

Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
8 weeks

The Experience

Imagina poder ficar no bairro mais boêmio de SP... Imaginou? Então vem! Estamos pertinho do Beco do Batman, da famosa Rua Aspicuelta e no coração da Vila Madalena! Se você é proativo e está disposto a aprender e a colaborar recepcionando hóspedes, trocando ideias e mantendo a casa limpa e organizada, venha fazer parte da nossa equipe! Em troca, terá hospedagem, auxílio alimentação e descontos em serviços oferecidos pelo hostel e por parceiros!

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner Portuguese
  • Between 18 and 60 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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109 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 54 Meeting international travelers
  • 49 Meeting locals
  • 42 Practicing English
  • 42 Immersing in the local culture
  • 30 Developing social awareness
  • 27 Practicing Spanish

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 23 5. Gender equality
  • 15 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 11 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 10 8. Decent work and economic growth
  • 5 10. Reduced inequalities

Korea, South

5

It was my second time to apply volunteer work in HBB hostel, literally it was feeling like come back home, Andressa and other volunteers were so kind and energetic, like before I can meet many local travelers and talk together. the work is perfect in both practicing English and Portuguese. anytime when I come back São Paulo I will stay in HBB hostel as a volunteer or a guest. always Thank you Andressa!

about 2 months ago

Korea, South

5

It was my first Worldpackers hostel volunteer work, the host Andressa was very kind, n hostel was so cozy, There was many kind of ppl n it was perfect place to hang out n talk with them. The hostel location is perfect, more than other area, Vila Madalena is safe n every night so energetic. if I went back to São Paulo I will go to HBB hostel again. Obrigado Andressa!

3 months ago


Andressa replied

Thaanks Jay. Te esperamos de volta, que voltou! Feliz de tê-lo conosco, e esperamos mais vezes retornar para nossa casinha. Quero muito te ver falar português fluente algum dia, e trocarmos várias conversas divertidas, já que no inglês já é muito gostoso falar contigo.

Croatia

5

I had good volunteering experience at HBB Hostel. My role at the front bar was enjoyable, with clear tasks and perfect working hours. Mostly i enjoyed doing caipirihas! Andressa, the hostel manager, was flexible and supportive throughout my stay. The neighborhood is vibrant, with plenty of bars and attractions, and I always felt safe. Overall, I recommend HBB Hostel for anyone looking to volunteer and immerse themselves in the local scene of Sao Paulo!

5 months ago


Andressa replied

Ountch. Obrigada mesmo Peter. Foi um prazer recebe-lo aqui, ao qual demonstrou altamente capacitado de entrega ao trabalho do voluntariado, mesmo diante as dificuldades do idioma. Nos surpreendeue nos deixou bastante tranquilo e seguro do bar estar em seu comando. Esperamos mais pessoas como você por aqui!

Germany

1

If you speak fluent Portuguese and don't get sick, you can have a good time there. Communication was generally poor for a host, I had to find out everything myself (e.g. when and where I was supposed to work, what the meal allowance was like (never got that btw), etc.). I was also never told what happens in the event of illness... that this doesn't happen to anyone else: either you pay for the nights you're sick or you have to leave. In a final interview, I found the host to be unprofessional.

3 months ago


Andressa replied

Gostamos muito de receber voluntários estrangeiros aqui, e jamais colocamos impecilio pro idioma, estamos aqui para dividir e aprender um com o outro. Esse não foi nunca um problema. Infelizmente você não compreende espírito de voluntariar, tão pouco possui responsabilidade para troca de trabalho. Talvez apenas queria acomodação e tudo bem, você pode ser hóspede e pagar por isso. Assim não tem compromisso com horarios, tão pouco atrapalha a rotina do hostel que conta com você para o turno.

Tunisia

4

From day one, you are part of a family that became a family when they arrived. Great, fun ambient. The neighborhood is fun easy to reach the metro and bus stations. I strongly recommend the hostel and would be happy to return one day :)

about 1 year ago

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