Explore the beautiful Connemara and interact with nature.
The experience
The hostel is located in the heart of Connemara and is at the base of the wonderful mountain, Ben lettery 🏔️. Perfect place to hiking and enjoy what Connemara has to offer. We are looking for volunteers to help with painting, light housekeeping, if you're handy with a hammer it's a plus and creating a homely atmosphere for our guests. We want to create a cosy hiking, family vibe and need you to help us with this. :)
What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Kitchen Hand:
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Housekeeping:
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Administration:
Help with booking systems and payments.
Reception:
Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.
What you get
2 days off per week
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.
Discounts on Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Hiking Tours:
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Between 18 and 55 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
We are newly opened and will need a helping hand with some painting, decorating, cleaning and then checking in and out guests.
We like to prepare a homely breakfast for our guests and hope you would like to join in.
We like to to create the real Irish backpacking experience for both you and our fab guests.
Activities & Shift
The activities and shifts will vary.
Breakfast - 7:30 - 11:30
Cleaning - 10:30 - 14:30
Painting and decorating - 11:00 - 15:00
Evening - 17:00 - 22:00
Social - 19:00 - 21:00