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Spain

4

It's was a very cool experience, it was my first time volunteering and it was awesome. I stayed in the hostel for a month and I was able to meet a lot of nice people and they made my staying there so fun. The work at the hostel isn't too hard and you'll have plenty of time to explore Westport and the area.

12 months ago

Spain

4

It was my first experience of volunteering and I really enjoyed it. The work is easy and you have lots of free time to enjoy the surroundings of Westport. The team was helpful and nice, working with the other volunteers was a great experience!

12 months ago

Australia

4

I had an amazing time at the hostel! All the volunteers are very nice and welcoming, and the work is not too difficult and very consistent. Westport is a lovely town, and there is lots of beautiful places nearby to explore.

about 1 year ago

Spain

4

I really enjoyed my stay here and I met incredible people. The work is easy and only 2-3 hours. The village is really small but I liked it so much. When the work was done we could go around and visit whatever we wanted to. I'm gonna miss the group we did there and all the people I met :')

about 1 year ago

Spain

4

It was so good, I met great people there, and I like the village and the nature so much, I learn more English with the other volunteers and they will be always in my heart ❤️

about 1 year ago

Niamh replied

In reply to the app and organisation could be better : We take in approximately 80 volunteers per year . I am a single parent running a hostel on my own . I am the manager , the HR, the maintenance person, reservations , accounts, operational coordinator etc etc. . I am doing my best overall the departments . I can’t offer a tailored volunteering program for each volunteer and why should I ? I’m not paid by Worldpackers . Some volunteers change the dates multiple times and don’t change it on the app, some don’t even turn up. There are so many variables so there is no seamless process. I can’t personally be there to greet every volunteer and most of the time the volunteers are happy to show the new volunteers around . It works better that way because they will be sharing the accommodation. You may not appreciate it but I really don’t think you have considered how much time is needed to correspond with 80 plus volunteers and also run a business.

Brazil

3

It was a good experience, I learned a lot, met new people and got to know the beautiful city of Westport.

about 1 year ago

Canada

5

My experience at the hostel was amazing! Niamh and the other volunteers were so lovely to be around, we had lots of fun and the work was easy but kept us busy! I would 100% recommend this opportunity if you are looking for a relaxed, fun, and comfortable position in a beautiful location. Will miss them so much, hope to come back one day again! ❤️

almost 2 years ago

Brazil

5

I stayed at the hostel for about 1 month and it was one of my best WP experiences. I felt at home, the tasks were housekeeping and cleaning, we were many volunteers and it went easy. The hours were respected. Niamh is a kind, funny, and lovely host! Westport is a small and cute city, full of nice shops, Pubs (3 min away from the hostel) and good Irish music! You can explore the surroundings doing day trips; walk in the Greenway trail, the Quay, and Westport House! Hiking Croagh Patrick Mountain was a magical experience! The volunteers were amazing! Thank you so much Niamh and all the team!!!

almost 2 years ago

United States

5

The hostel team is truly special and will always hold a place in my heart. All of the volunteers are amazing! The town is smaller than Galway or Dublin but it's really nice. The bus system is great to travel anywhere around Ireland :) Thank you to Niamh and the team for everything!

almost 2 years ago

United States

5

When I first arrived I was given very few information about the tasks from one of the volunteers, however, the work is easy, the schedule is respected, and it seemed there is some flexibility is you need an specific day off. Once a new set of volunteers arrived, things went very well, I was lucky to work with a great group of people! Thank you for the opportunity!!!

almost 2 years ago

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