Hostel Rīga, Latvia

5.0
(69 reviews)69

Volunteering at Northern Europe's Best Social Hostel!

High demand host
This host has received 5 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers
60 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Immerse yourself in the local culture
47 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

23h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Party Promoter
Help organise and promote parties and social activities.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
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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.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
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
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space 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.
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.
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Pub Crawls
Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
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

The Experience

We are a social hostel meaning every guest who enters our hostel is considered as a friend here. Our goal is to maintain a familiar atmosphere with guests and our staff, while keeping high standards of hospitality, cleanliness and hostel living - Something we want YOU to join! What we offer for volunteers: - free accommodation in a dorm - free breakfast - free use of our products to rent (bike, kayak) - Free Laundry - 50% off in house sales

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Requirements

  • Fluent English
  • Over 18 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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69 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 60 Meeting international travelers
  • 47 Immersing in the local culture
  • 38 Practicing English
  • 36 Meeting locals
  • 19 Developing social awareness
  • 11 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 18 8. Decent work and economic growth
  • 12 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
  • 8 11. Sustainable cities and communities

Germany

5

Working at the hostel was my first volunteering experience at a hostel and it was great! There were some misunderstandings at first, however Julius (the owner) immediately worked on making us feel welcomed and comfortable. The workload was totally reasonable and left more than enough free time to explore the city. The staff and volunteers were amazing and we got along really well :) It was great meeting so many new people from all over the world! I would definitely recommend volunteering here.

3 months ago

Germany

5

I had a great time volunteering at the hostel! It was my first time volunteering at a hostel, and I had a lot of fun. The hostel is very clean and cozy and the staff is super nice and welcoming! The work was pretty easy, and the flexible schedule allowed me and my friend to spend our days off together. The city itself is really cute and the workers are always down to recommend you some places to explore! Generally, the atmosphere in the hostel, amongst the volunteers as well as the travellers, was really nice and I had the opportunity to meet some great people :D

3 months ago

Brazil

5

I had an amazing experience volunteering at the hostel in Riga, Latvia! The work is relaxed and well-organized, and the team is excellent – everyone is welcoming, helpful, and professional. The atmosphere among the volunteers is also wonderful, with people from all over the world, making the experience even more special. The flexible schedule allowed me to explore the city and make the most of my time there. The hostel has excellent facilities with everything you need for a comfortable stay, and it's very well located, close to tourist spots and Riga's nightlife. I highly recommend

4 months ago

United Kingdom

5

This was my first volunteering experience and it was definitely the right choice! I felt very welcomed by all the staff and the receptionists were very helpful and made sure we knew what tasks we had to complete and helped teach us what to do on shift. I made great friends with all the other volunteers as well as the guests. It was a very cosy environment which made it so easy to get to know each other. The activities were great and fun to organise and overall i had such a fun time. I would definitely love to visit again.

6 months ago

Austria

5

This was my first experience ever to work in a Hostel and i loved every minute of it. The people, the other volunteers and the guests were so friendly and it is soooo easy to get in touch with them. It was the best first experience i could have ever wished for. The work is very easy to do and you have a lot of free time. The receptionists also try to make your stay as fun and easy as possible. I miss legit every single person there and k know i have created some lifelong friendships there :) Definitely would go back there again

6 months ago

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