Live an amazing experience in Italy while helping out 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: 31 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals: 26 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals

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What you offer

30h

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

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.

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

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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.

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.

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: 1 week

Stay up to: 12 weeks

The Experience

We are two siblings, Andrea and Alessia, who opened the hostel in June 2019. Our aim is to attract travelers to create an ideal cultural mix while providing a first-class hostel experience. We expect an eye for the details, a lot of commitment and a sense of ownership towards the hostel

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Between 21 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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36 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

31 Meeting international travelers
26 Meeting locals
25 Immersing in the local culture
24 Practicing English
24 Get in touch with nature
10 Developing social awareness

Nicte

Mexico

Andrea is truly one of a kind. He makes the hostel feel like home, and his kindness, patience, and passion for what he does are inspiring. The atmosphere he and his amazing team create is unforgettable. I learned so much and felt so welcome every single day. The girls from the staff are super friendly and always committed to helping volunteers, which makes the experience even better. The schedule is very flexible. The experience was incredible more than I ever expected. This has been an experience I will carry in my heart forever. Thank you, Andrea, for everything! ❤️

3 days ago

Camila

Colombia

The hostel is more than a Hostel, is a family! Andrea is a great host and the girls from the staff became my friends, they were super welcoming and committed with the volunteer's process, the tasks are not hard and the schedules are so flexible, Also the room was comfy, I loved all the activities like “Pasta al pesto night” and “Aperitivo night”. Thanks Andrea for the time in the hostel, I hope the best for the coming months and years! I really felt as home! Is my 2nd experience in hostels, but the hostel was beyond my expectations!

about 1 month ago

Lukas

Switzerland

This experience was out of this world. Absolutely fantastic. Andrea and the whole team are super kind, the hostel is lovely and very cozy. Besides working, there is plenty of time to explore the surroundings or have a chat with the guests. The only negative thing was that I was only there for three weeks. mea culpa ;) Thanks for everything, it was outstanding <3

2 months ago

Ruthie

United States

I had a wonderful month in La Spezia! It's a perfect town to spend time in with access to so much hiking, nature, and swimming. Also pesto. I had a good experience at the hostel, the work was as discussed ranging from daily housekeeping (all rooms, bathrooms, kitchen, beds) to reception. The hours were reasonable for a work exchange (it was 20-25 hours when I was there, seems to be more now). The hostel was comfortable, and the staff were all kind and helpful.

3 months ago

Bori

Bulgaria

Volunteering at the hostel was a great experience. Right from the beginning, Andrea and the team made me feel welcomed and they were kind and supportive. the hostel feels super cozy and has such a positive vibe, and it quickly felt like home. La Spezia is the perfect base to explore Cinque Terre, and there is enough time to do different activities like hiking, going to the beach and soaking in the stunning views. What made it truly special for me was that I connected with travelers from all over the world, also with the other volunteers and built friendships I'll always cherish. Grazie mille!

4 months ago

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