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Hostel Rīga, Latvia

5.0
(80 reviews)80

Volunteering at Northern Europe's Best Social 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
71 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Immerse yourself in the local culture
56 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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80 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 71 Meeting international travelers
  • 56 Immersing in the local culture
  • 44 Meeting locals
  • 43 Practicing English
  • 22 Developing social awareness
  • 13 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

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

Mexico

5

I had an amazing month here! Julius is always there if you need anything or any kind of help — he really takes care of the volunteers. The staff members were also very kind and friendly with me. During this month, I met so many travelers from all around the world. Thank you so much, Julius, and I hope to come back one day!

about 2 months ago

United Kingdom

5

Had the best time in riga, this was my first time doing volunteering and i've met people there who i will hold close to me for life, big thank you to my fellow volunteers brandon, lena and jp. they truly made the experience the best. and i can't forget the wonderful receptionists and the big man himself julius. i recommend anyone to go there it's a beautiful hostel and the local community and culture there is truly beautiful :) i will miss the hostel 🥲🩷

3 months ago

Germany

5

I had an amazing time at the hostel's. It felt like a second home. The vibes in the hostel are super warm and family-like. The receptionists are incredibly kind and always helpful with any questions! Julius always took our preferences into account when making the volunteer schedule and explained everything very thoroughly during training, so everyone knew exactly what to do. This was my first volunteering experience and I'm really grateful for the time I had there!

3 months ago

United Kingdom

5

My stay at the hostel was truly wonderful and a perfect first Worldpackers experience. Julius made sure that we all had a very clear idea of what to do at all times, and was always available if we needed anything. He was also very generous and it was clear that he really wanted us to have a great experience. The administrators in the hostel are absolute stars - they are so hardworking and super welcoming, making you feel right at home. I also really found a family in the group of volunteers that I was with and that made my experience so special and unforgettable. Thank you so much Julius !

4 months ago

Australia

5

The hostel exceeded all my expectations for my first Worldpackers experience. The owner, Julius, is professional and generous, with high standards and a willingness to teach. The staff are incredibly friendly and will guide and welcome you. The work is 4.5 hours over 5 days, with fair shift allocation and flexibility. I did housekeeping but was always encouraged to run social activities like trivia and bar crawls. My advice is to just apply. It's a great learning opportunity at one of Europe's best hostels. Special thanks to my amazing volunteer cohort - you made it extremely special.

4 months ago

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