Help us with daily tasks and enjoy Kyoto! Working holiday needed!

Colombia

5

Had a lovely stay at GHKI. The staff was so friendly and funny, I really enjoyed talking and working with them. I did both cleaning and reception hours, so got to see different aspects of the job, which I really enjoyed. The Guesthouse is basically 20min away from main attractions/areas by electric bike ⚡and the city has plenty of biking roads. I mainly used this means of transport which I loved 😍. Thanks a lot to Essam, Mika and Naoko for making my stay a comfortable one. Hope to come back and say hello one day! Gracias 😊 またね!

about 12 hours ago

Italy

5

When I set foot in the hostel the first time I didn't know what to expect. A building hidden in a in a lesser known corner of the city, perhaps I was afraid. But from the first day the staff turned out to be exceptional not only from a professional point of view but above all from a human point of view. From the first day they helped me to integrate and did everything possible to match my hours with those of the school I attend. I found some very open people mentally with whom it was a pleasure to collaborate. All working conditions established before arriving have been met. ESSAM IS AMAZING!

25 days ago

Spain

5

I spent two months at GHKI and I had a really good time. Essam, Naoko and the whole team are exceptional, welcoming and always supportive. I feel really lucky with the others co-volunteers. Good moments, made plans together and they made this experience so special. The work itself is normal hostel tasks with different shifts. The hostel is located in a quiet area near a beautiful park (Umekōji Park) and train station. I'm definitely going to miss it!! Thank you 🙏🏽

3 months ago

Australia

5

Wow, this one was hard to leave. I can advise you to go here. Essam and his team will welcome you with their warmth and generosity. The work is normal hostel work, and it is a great base to explore Kyoto and its surrounds. I was lucky to be with amazing co-volunteers which made a big difference. I will miss the laughter, shared meals, jokes and community feel of this place. Just be aware that you will be sharing a dorm with the guests, not the other volunteers. I felt that my work was appreciated here, which made it a positive experience. Until next time! Mata ne!

4 months ago

Australia

5

Great opportunity to meet people and explore Kyoto! Essam is a very friendly host, along with Naoko-san and Mika-san. And my fellow volunteers are awesome! :) The inn is in a very convenient location next to a train station. My one issue is that if you are staying for a month, you can't do reception, only housekeeping. This is fine of course, but it may be better in future to communicate this on the worldpackers profile. Other than this, I recommend if you're looking for a solid worldpackers experience in Kyoto!

4 months ago

Essam replied

Thank you for coming Harriet!

United Kingdom

5

Fantastic way to stay for a while in Kyoto and explore it as a resident and see all the sights. Recommend cherry blossom season. Work was easy and hours not too long - 4 hours for cleaning morning shift, 6 hours if you do the night shift, 8 days off a month but more if you do night shift. Nice beds and lots of space for luggage, many areas to chill out, well-equipped kitchen and fridge. Convenient place, 20 mins walk from station and easy to get bus and train and really nice park next door. Staff are lovely - shout out to Essam for all the jokes and good fun and Naoka and Mika for the recipes!

4 months ago

Essam replied

It was fun to have you with us

Spain

5

I had a great time in Kyoto, Essam and the rest of the staff made me feel a part of the team, the works is simple and straight forward. Kyoto is a really nice city, a must if you are coming to Japan.

6 months ago

Germany

5

I spent a lovely 2 months at the the guest house. The hours of work were reasonable and we got paid for extra hours. The location near the station was convenient for day trips but a little far away from the main attractions of the city, which was the only downside of my stay. Other than that I can recommend this place.

6 months ago

United Kingdom

5

GHKI was the perfect place to call home for my two months in Kyoto! It's comfortable and clean, well located, and Essam and the rest of the staff are so so lovely, doing so much to make you feel welcome. The hours are respected and you can choose to do extra for pay if you want to earn some money. The work is straight forward and the managers are so nice. I will really miss it here and hope I can come back one day!

8 months ago

Essam replied

It was a pleasure having Ella stay with us for two months. She is a diligent worker who worked very well with our team and easily picked up on how things work around here!

We would definitely recommend Ella as a worker for her future endeavors and will miss having her around.

Germany

4

I had a good time at Kyoto Guesthouse Inn. The guesthouse is located 25 Minutes by walk from the Kyoto Station, in a quite area, you could also reach by bus. The team is lovely and made me feel welcomed directly. Working tasks are depending of the length of your stay (staying over a month= reception work/Cleaning). Since I stayed only 1 Months I only had cleaning task to do. You will work 4 hours a day/ 5 days a week and get a free bed/ coffee, tea in exchange. The cleaning consists out of precise cleaning and bedmaking. I would recommend the hostel, if you are looking for a lovely team.

22 days ago

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