Maintenance work in charming Taormina

Hungary

5

Amazing experience in a beautiful part of Sicily. Francesco, Pervine, Egle and all the volunteers are easy-going and hostile. Never felt bad or alone, they were always around if needed. Working hours are easy and respected, accommodation is nearby and have everything you need. I will definitely come back, Thanks!

over 1 year ago

Argentina

5

It was a lovely experience, specially being able to interact and help guests arriving at the cozy Taormina! The hostel is super well located, so you can easily move around and also recommend cool places to the guests! Reception tasks are fun and flexibility is key, due to the needs of the guests - which is clearly exciting!!! The staff is great, they're always there to help you, and I was received in the best way and I'm super grateful! Thanks so much for having me!!!

over 1 year ago

India

5

Been there second time. I just love the place. super nice host , super nice work culture. Will come back again.

over 1 year ago

Brazil

5

I got why it's called " Homstel ", it's really a home away from home! Not just for volunteers but guests feel very comfortable and at home. It's really nice to meet people from all over the world, most of them backpackers. The hosts Francesco and Pervina are the nicest people. The hostel is small and cozy and the terrace is just WONDERFUL! Best view and relaxing place. The work is very easy and the hours are well respected, and flexible in case you need. The city is just breathtaking! My stay was until the beginning of summer season, so it was just right in my opinion. Highly recommend ❤️

over 1 year ago

United States

5

Francesco and Pervina were the nicest people, this was my first experience with worldpackers and I couldn't have asked for a better hostel. They really care about the volunteers and do everything to ensure you have a wonderful time in Taormina. The task are not difficult and the schedule is flexible, I cannot say enough about how helpful everyone was during my experience from Ítalo, Grazia to Fabricio. The other volunteers were very kind and respectful, I def put this hostel on my top 10. Surely I hope to return someday.

over 1 year ago

Mexico

5

I has an amazing experience in the hostel, I loved work with Italo, Grazia. All the staff is very nice. The Hostel has a great location, everything is near: Taormina is a beautiful place to live. Also is so easy to arrive, if your flight arrives in Catania, outside the airport you'll find a bus to Taormina. I highly recommend this volunteer. The tasks are very easy and help to improve your abilities in customers services, and improve your Italian if you are looking that. Thank you so much to Francesco as well.

over 1 year ago

Australia

4

Overall had a good time, I had a positive experience with all staff members. They were friendly and my interactions with Francesco were always good. Depending on the shifts/ who you work with the tasks, expectations of the volunteers vary - which may affect your experience :) . Best part of the experience was interacting with the guests and making friends with the other volunteers and the staff.

12 months ago

Sweden

4

There were many wonderful things about this volunteering experience and a few regrettable aspects. Most of the staff and other volunteers were amazing (thank you Connie and Facu especially❤️) and the town of Taormina was so so beautiful. The shifts were flexible and the work fairly easy. The language most commonly used by the staff was Spanish which often made me feel excluded. I also had an issue with one staff member who was very unfriendly which ultimately made me request to not have any shifts with her. Overall it was a lovely, but occasionally difficult time💛

about 1 year ago

Brazil

3

I stayed at the hostel for only a few days because I quickly realized it wasn't the experience I was looking for. Communication with the host upon arrival was nonexistent; for example, I was supposed to go directly to the dorm, but no one informed me. The accommodation was also less than ideal—I shared a room with six people. Furthermore, the training was minimal, essentially a "go do it and learn" approach. But if you are looking for an easy and flexible schedule they have it perfect, it is only 4 our shift, and then you can enjoy Taormina and everywhere nearby.

about 1 year ago

Australia

4

Definitely a lot of positives and potential to this hostel experience. Everyone on the team including the owners are super lovely. The work & hours are very flexible, really loved the option to work longer days for more days off to explore Sicily! Taormina as a town is beautiful, loved the endless beach days and strolling the streets and eating cannoli. The accommodation I was placed in (not hostel) wasn't very nice. I spoke with the owners about it, but worth noting. Also almost all the staff are Spanish speaking, so that was challenging when they wouldn't include me in conversations.

about 1 year ago

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