Volunteer - Help us create great hostel while exploring Edinburgh

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Connect with international travelers: 224 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English: 174 travelers recommend this host to practice English

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What you offer

27h

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

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

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

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

Night Shift: Help with night shift tasks and create a relaxing environment for guests.

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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: 2 weeks

The Experience

Hello Worldpackers! 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. We are a fun and enthusiastic hostel with amazing staff. We can assure you if you join us that it would be nothing but a fun time.

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Requirements

Beginner 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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265 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

224 Meeting international travelers
174 Practicing English
163 Immersing in the local culture
87 Developing social awareness
85 Meeting locals
56 Get in touch with nature

Paolo

Italy

I had such fun days here at the hostel, I felt at home. The work was easy, and I had plenty of time to explore Edinburgh and go out with the other volunteers. I met fantastic people, whom I'll miss and hope to see again. Many thanks to Stephanie, who was always available, flexible, and fun, and who even joined us during our night parties. I'm already nostalgic about everything. For sure, if I have the opportunity, I'll come back. 100% recommended!

11 days ago

Luca

Italy

In this hostel I found a group of beautiful people! I always felt at home and the relationship with the host, the staff and the other volunteers was nice and constructive. The working shifts are structured in order to leave enough time to visit the city and to stay with other people. I have had a really good experience and I recommend volunteering at the hostel.

14 days ago

Kiara

Bolivia

After 2 years I came back here for a second round, and that already says a lot (2 years thinking about this place). Im always feeling chill and at home every time I step into this awesome hostel. Steph is an amazing host!!! Always taking 100% care of the volunteers, making everything clear, and creating a warm/safe space overall. Thank you to the team one more time for opening your arms as if it wouldn't have been 2 years long apart!! it felt amazing to be back. Also shout out to the other beautiful staff members that made it even nicer!!! One more time, I will miss this placel!!

16 days ago

Maëva

France

This was my very first experience and it exceeded all my expectations. I came to learn English, and today I can confidently say I do. What was meant to be a one-month stay turned into six unforgettable months, thanks to the wonderful environment, meaningful connections, and many opportunities for growth. The tasks were not difficult, you just need to do them carefully. From beach outings to museum visits, walks, and local events, every moment was full of discovery and joy. A heartfelt thank you to Mica and Stéphanie, the managers, for their kindness and support throughout this amazing journey.

24 days ago

Hanna

Poland

My review won't be different from other ones as it is not possible to say anything negative about this experience. It was my 1st time volunteering and I couldn't have chosen better place for it! I felt welcomed from the very beginning and quickly became part of the hostel family. Tasks were quite easy and quick so you could enjoy the rest of your day in the remarkable city. The whole community was simply brilliant and they made the experience that special. The team is always very helpful and communication is on top, which makes work much easier! Don't hesitate and go :)

27 days ago

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