Help us with cleaning our beautiful hostel in the heart of Crete!

New Zealand

5

As volunteer experiences go, you can't go wrong with RYH. Rethymno is a charming town with bus connections all over Crete. Tasks include cleaning, event planning, and social media. Everything is simple and shared among the team. Scheduling is last-minute and can change, but hours are respected. RYH itself is clean and comfortable. Volunteers share dorms with guests, which leads to some bed-switching during your stay, depending on occupancy and dorm dynamics. It's a very social place with endless opportunities to make connections. You'll make new friends every single day to enrich your stay!

14 days ago

Canada

5

Volunteering here was one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed in a way I never had before, not just as a volunteer, but as a person. I've never been in a place where I felt so seen. A huge part of that was thanks to Tristan. I could talk to him about everything and he would truly listen. It created a safe, warm and open environment that made every day special. Book this volunteer experience if you want to have the best time of your life, while doing something meaningful with the best people.

24 days ago

Canada

5

This was a really nice experience! The work is easy and the working hours are good! You have plenty of time to do activities, explore the city or the island! The only thing that was tough on me was the heat! In July and August it's no joke with 40°C. It makes the afternoon shift more difficult. So take your time and drink a lot of water! After that, don't trust Google map for the buses, it barely show any buses and bugs. Listen to the locals! Other than that, no complaints!

28 days ago

France

5

My experience at this hostel was incredible. A huge thank you to Tristan, Nikos, and Joseph for their warm welcome and kindness. I 100% recommend this place: the staff is amazing, the hostel is perfectly located to easily explore the island, and the shifts are really easy. I'm leaving with amazing memories!

about 2 months ago

France

5

From the moment I arrived, I felt at home at the hostel. Tristan is a caring manager, and the way guests and volunteers are treated is warm and friendly. This makes the experience unique, with a great atmosphere, and meeting guests is easy : I've rented cars several times to explore Crete with them, even a boat. The work is simple, and you get time to discover the Greek way of life, with the beach just a 15-minute walk away. I highly recommend this experience and thank Tristan, Nikos, Joseph, and Ranya from the bottom of my heart for this incredible month ☀️

about 2 months ago

Canada

5

WOW this place truly felt like a second home. Super social, clean, and well equipped. The team is like a family, and created such a welcoming atmosphere. I met amazing people from around the world, and went on many day trips by renting cars through the hostel. Organizing the hostel events was lots of fun too. The location is perfect, it's close to the beach and the Old Town. The shifts were chill, with plenty of free time to structure the day around. I wouldn't trade this experience for the world, I'm so grateful I came here. I 100% recommend this experience and I hope to be back one day :)

3 months ago

Norway

5

I had a wonderful time volunteering at the hostel! The work was straightforward, with plenty of free time to explore and enjoy the area. The highlight, without a doubt, was meeting so many incredible people - staff, fellow volunteers, and guests. Huge thanks to Tristan and the rest of the gang for creating such a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Rethymno itself is a beautiful town full of charm, with a great beach and the perfect base for day trips with new friends. I'd absolutely recommend this experience. Hope to come back one day 🌞 efcharisto!

3 months ago

United Kingdom

5

Volunteering at RYH was one of the best experiences of my life. The hostel itself is beautiful - it's clean, spacious and in an awesome location. A big thank you to the team (Tristan, Nikos & Joseph) they were always friendly & helpful. It's clear they value volunteers and want them to have an amazing experience as well. The hours had changed a little from what was originally agreed on, but after a conversation this was resolved and a solution was reached so that everyone was happy. The tasks included cleaning, housekeeping & event planning/running. I would highly recommend this opportunity!

3 months ago

Brazil

5

I couldn't have chosen a better place for my first Worldpackers experience! This hostel is honestly one of the best places to meet people I've ever been to — it just happens naturally because everyone is in such a good vibe! The tasks and hours changed a bit from what we agreed on at the beginning, and the first week was a bit more challenging. But we had a conversation and sorted everything out! I felt like part of the team and so welcomed. I carry with me unforgettable experiences and amazing people. Also, the people in Rethymno are so kind. I totally recommend this opportunity!

4 months ago

Venezuela

5

I had a beautiful experience. They surprised me with the best birthday of my adult life—I'll always be grateful for that! The hostel is beautiful, cozy, social, and a great place to meet people from all over. I fell in love with the island's nature and enjoyed the fun nightlife. It was my first time doing cleaning; it felt challenging at first, but I adapted fast. Some unexpected changes made me feel uncomfortable, but after talking with the manager, things were resolved. Overall, I'm thankful and happy with my experience at RYM. Thank you all 🩵

4 months ago

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