A Social Place to Stay in the Heart of Columbus

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 the locals: 7 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Practice English: 6 travelers recommend this host to practice English

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What you offer

14h

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.

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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.

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

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.

Pub Crawls: Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

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

We are Columbus' original (and only) hostel. We offer a few private rooms and a few dorms to travelling guests. We understand that people don’t just choose to stay in hostels just because they are inexpensive. Hostel travelers know that good hostels are places where they will get to meet other travelers and have a memorable social experience. This is our focus at the Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel.

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Over 18 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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c) How much did you spend on this trip?

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7 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

7 Meeting locals
6 Practicing English
5 Meeting international travelers
4 Immersing in the local culture
2 Developing social awareness
1 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

3 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
2 10. Reduced inequalities
2 11. Sustainable cities and communities

Gabriela

Brazil

I honestly have nothing to complain about, everything was perfect. the hostel is great, the host is great, the city is beautiful, there are many things to do. The activities were super quiet and you are well instructed to be able to do them. The environment is safe, and I could feel very free. I'm Brazilian and I practiced English, it was perfect. I would come back a thousand times

about 2 months ago

Lisiane

Brazil

Highly recommend everyone who is considering volunteering here! I really enjoyed my time at The Wayfairing the hostel! Location is awesome (walking distance to bus stops, groceries stores, restaurants and other interesting places), the place itself is cozy, daily tasks are easy to learn and doesn't take much time to be accomplished. Robbie is a wonderful host, super easy going, friendly and helpful. My travel experience in Columbus was definitely enhanced by my time as a volunteer here!

3 months ago

Jonas

India

This was my first Worldpackers experience and it was everything I could have hoped for. Robbie was exceptional and truly welcoming right from the moment he picked me up from the airport and helping me get settled in and providing recommendations on things to do around. The tasks just take up a couple of hours each day leaving more than enough time to explore what Columbus has to offer. Overall, a fantastic experience.

4 months ago

Ana

Brazil

Great experience! All according to what was set. the hostel is really comfortable. The tasks are clear and organized. Robbie made all information very clear and also is a great person to be around. He has lots of information about what to do around the city.

4 months ago

Gerardo

Mexico

This hostel is amazing! You feel very welcomed and cozy, the host is a great human being, Columbus is a great city to stay and has lots of fun! I made friends for life here, I recommend this experience to everyone!

5 months ago

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