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Connect with international travelers: 145 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice Spanish: 100 travelers recommend this host to practice Spanish

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What you offer

25h

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

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

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

Administration: Help with booking systems and payments.

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.

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Surfboards: You can use our surfboards as much as you want.

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

The Experience

🌊✨ Nuestro hostel/ hogar es un lugar muy especial! Un paraíso para los amantes del surf y todos los aventureros con ganas de compartir experiencias inolvidables. Estamos en Gijón, el punto de partida perfecto para explorar la mágica Asturias💙 Colaborando con nosotros, disfrutarás de alojamiento de calidad, surf, excursiones emocionantes, fiestas y sobre todo, buen rollo! 🏄🤙 Worldpacker ¡tu próxima aventura está aquí! 🚀

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Requirements

Fluent English or Fluent Spanish
Between 22 and 30 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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175 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

145 Meeting international travelers
100 Practicing Spanish
96 Get in touch with nature
85 Practicing English
78 Immersing in the local culture
72 Meeting locals

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

19 5. Gender equality
18 13. Climate action
18 14. Life below water
13 6. Clean water and sanitation

Ieva

Lithuania

Had a lovely month here! Very cozy and homey hostel, the tasks are easy, working hours are respected, having quite a few volunteers creates a friendly and family-like atmosphere. Loved the fact that I could take a surfboard and go surfing whenever I wanted. I'd love to come back!

25 days ago

Gijon replied

Thank you for your great help, Ieva!

Nica

Italy

The month I spent at GSH was one of the best experiences I've had. From the very first day, I truly felt at home. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the people — from the manager to the other volunteers — brought such great energy. The hostel offers plenty of activities, whether you're relaxing in a hammock, playing billiards in the reception area, or watching a movie with others. But the highlight for me was surfing. Thanks to the hostel, I discovered a new passion. The lessons were both fun and helpful, and the overall vibe made the experience unforgettable.

about 1 month ago

Gijon replied

Nica, you are the best! Thank you so much for your great help, good work, and for your warm friendship. You have been, and always will be, part of the GSH familiy. We are sending you big hugs from Asturias!

Tomek

United States

Volunteering at Gijón the hostel was an incredible experience! My highlights were surfing, learning Spanish, hanging out with the other volunteers, and enjoying the amazing nature of Asturias. The work was simple and work hours were well respected. The work schedule is on a rotating basis while considering and expressed preferences. Plenty of free time to take advantage of the surf boards, bikes, and other amenities! Everything you could need is very accessible via the bikes provided. I would absolutely recommend this experience if you are interested in surfing and learning Spanish!

about 1 month ago

Gijon replied

Tom, we are greatful that you have been part of the GSH family. You are such a kind and smart person that we would love to have you around 24/7 all year. So, come back any time in the future. All the best!

Débora

Brazil

I came to Gijón not knowing exactly what to expect. At first, I was a little bit nervous, but everything fell into place and this turned out to be a great experience. I'm writing this review from the bus station as I'm about to leave, and I wish I could stay longer. Mareike (manager) really cares about the volunteers, Ivan (handy man) is always there to lend a hand and have fun with us, and the volunteers (and Tete).... Man, they became friends in such a short time, I feel sad leaving. Schedule: respected Location: easy bike ride into town Room: in hostel, shared w ~7 volunteers Gracias!!

2 months ago

Gijon replied

We miss you a lot, Deb! Your energy is amazing and our doors will always stay open for you to come back!

Alejandro

United States

This was my first World Packers trip and I was blown away! I got to meet so many amazing people and create life long memories. I came with the purpose to learn more Spanish and I was able to practice everyday and learn so much. The Hostel is very clean and the hostel is a very special city. I was able to improve my surfing and also got to explore the city with the hostel bikes. I worked as the handy man and got to paint a lot of the house with Ivan. Mareike was an amazing host that made me feel at home since day 1 of being there and overall I would highly recommend this experience to anyone!

2 months ago

Gijon replied

Alejandro, it was wonderful to have you staying, working and enjoying with us. You will always be welcome at GSH!!

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