Volunteer Receptionist

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Connect with international travelers: 260 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English: 196 travelers recommend this host to practice English

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What you offer

30h

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

Party Promoter: Help organise and promote parties and social activities.

Administration: Help with booking systems and payments.

Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.

Reception: Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.

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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.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

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.

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: 4 weeks

Stay up to: 8 weeks

The Experience

Hello Worldpackers! Looking for a fun and fulfilling volunteer opportunity in Edinburgh? Join our team as a volunteer receptionist at our amazing hostel! We are a team taking over an existing hostel in the city of Edinburgh, we need great people to join us and help us rebuild reputation! Over the years this place has lost it's charm and needs us to put it back on track. In addition to speaking fluent English, speaking Spanish is a differential

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Requirements

Fluent English
Between 18 and 35 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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c) How much did you spend on this trip?

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302 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

260 Meeting international travelers
196 Practicing English
191 Immersing in the local culture
105 Developing social awareness
103 Meeting locals
62 Get in touch with nature

Marina

Spain

The hostel has been my home for 3 weeks, my stay there was very fun. Every week volunteers organized an activity for each day , you can't get bored! I had lots of different experiences there, met new people, learnt from everyone. It was very fun staying there! I'll come back💞

1 day ago

Joslyn

United States

Ahh the hostel!! I had an amazing experience here. the hostel is in a perfect location close to the center and tons to do in the city. There are lots of other volunteers so if you're looking to make friends this is definitely the place for you! I was on the cleaning team and working hours were very fair, my shifts never went over time and the work environment is super respectful! Definitely do this experience if you want to meet people and make memories :)

2 days ago

Alexis

United States

I loved my time at the hostel!! the hostel itself is in a great location for exploring Edinburgh, and there is always something to do! The manager, Caitlin, was very respectful and supportive - she ensured the work was well-organized with clear expectations while also encouraging a friendly and fun atmosphere for the volunteers. Through this experience I met so many kind and supportive people that I will carry with me for the rest of my travels. the hostel truly becomes a home away from home and the memories you make there will stay with you forever.

16 days ago

Dora

Italy

I volunteered in this hostel for one month and I had a really great experience. The manager was extremely kind, helpful and aleays available when needed. The work was simple and well organized, and the working hours were always respected. the hostel is also quite close to the city centre, so it's easy to move around and explore. All the other volunteers were friendly, open-minded and supportive. It was very easy to create a nice group and to meet people to share new experiences with. I wuold definitely recommend this place to anyone interested in volunteering in Scotland.

17 days ago

Madeline

Canada

I absolutely loved my time at the hostel! I came to explore Edinburgh, but the community that is fostered at the hostel is what will remain in my heart (though Edinburgh is amazing too!!!). The work is straightforward and fair, and you're working with a fun, supportive, collaborative team. I will 100% be back and recommend this experience to anyone looking to meet some awesome humans and explore the wonderful city if Edinburgh.

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