Come help us in our amazing hostel and enjoy Philippines!

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers: 64 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals: 53 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals

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What you offer

25h

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

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Bartending: Make and serve drinks and help maintain the beverages inventory.

Tour Guide: Organize and lead tours around the city.

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

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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.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

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: 4 weeks

The Experience

We offer the best hostel accommodation in the city with 128 beds and a world-renowned Roofdeck Bar offering a great view of the Manila skyline. Our place has a resto/cafe. If you are backpacking in the Philippines or interested to meet fun and like-minded individuals then Z Hostel is the place for you! We provide a safe and fun place to stay with comfortable accommodation. We are located in the hip and multi cultural area of Poblacion.

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Requirements

Fluent English
Between 18 and 35 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Be from outside Philippines

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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67 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

64 Meeting international travelers
53 Meeting locals
48 Immersing in the local culture
34 Practicing English
17 Developing social awareness
10 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

23 10. Reduced inequalities
17 17. Partnerships for the goals
11 4. Quality education

Xavier

United States

I had an amazing experience working at the hostel! Gwen and all of the staff were super nice and fun, and the work was very laid back. I'd recommend for anyone looking to meet other travelers and have a base to explore Manila!

9 days ago

Hannah

United Kingdom

I had a really good time there, the staff are very friendly and make you feel welcome and comfortable. It was my first time traveling alone and staying in a hostel. The hostel was a good experience for me as I met a lot of people and became friends with them and got to know everyone's background and stories. Working as a volunteer gave me a good experience too. I was able to build my confidence and keep busy. The hostel also has fun activities such as parties, this brings everyone together and have fun. Would recommend to everyone ! :)

16 days ago

Antonio Jesus

Spain

This is the best experience I ever had. I came to volunteer for 4 weeks, and I asked if could stay a few more. All the staff at the hostel are amazing, from management to the other volunteers. The job it's most of the time socialising with other guests, that's what I was looking for. They offer 3 meals a day, which is really good. The hostel is in one of the busiest area, and there a lot of people (locals and foreigners) coming to enjoy the view from the sundeck on the top floor. I would 100% recommend this hostel for volunteering. I hope I can come back soon again. Thank you the hostel!! :)

27 days ago

Kayla

Germany

It's a very nice and social place. You are welcomed with open arms. It's perfect for people who love to meet people and party a lot and I would always recommend it if you want to stay in Manila. You need to be aware that boys and girls share one room but it's very chill.

28 days ago

Juju

Philippines

The hostel truly felt like home to me. I'll definitely be coming back. If you're into nightlife, meeting new people, and joining fun cultural activities, this is the perfect place. The staff and volunteers are incredibly warm, friendly, and always ready to help. Just a little heads-up: if you're not super social or outgoing, it might not be your vibe—this place thrives on energy, connection, and big personalities. Big shoutout to the amazing volunteers I had the pleasure of working with Gwen, Andrie, and Antonio. You all made my days lighter, happier, and so much more memorable.

3 months ago

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