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Hostel Ödeshög, Sweden

4.5
(23 reviews)23

Help us to keep our hostel and activity centre tidy!

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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
22 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
16 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Tent
You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet 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.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
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Availability

Jul
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Dec
Stay at least
4 weeks

The Experience

Help us to keep our hostel and activity centre clean and tidy. Tasks involve everyday cleaning of rooms, bathrooms and common areas as well as keeping the place look nice and welcoming .. Ideally you have an eye for what needs to be done and like to take own responsibility as well as work together with us. Volunteers take own responsibility for cooking their own meals . When suitable we eat together.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Over 25 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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23 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 22 Get in touch with nature
  • 16 Meeting locals
  • 14 Immersing in the local culture
  • 12 Practicing English
  • 10 Meeting international travelers
  • 2 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 10 3. Good health and well-being
  • 7 6. Clean water and sanitation
  • 1 4. Quality education

Argentina

5

From the moment my girlfriend and I arrived, the hosts made us feel right at home. Whether during our working hours or on our days off, they were always around to chat, tell us the story of the eco-park, share meals together, or simply enjoy a fika while we exchanged stories about our travels and lives. Without a doubt, we'll be coming back to this magical place!

4 months ago

Argentina

5

Our month of volunteering was amazing. Although it was low season we had an unforgettable experience. We shared quality time with Håkan and Ülika, learned a lot about Swedish culture and tasted amazing dishes. The place itself is beautiful and the nature is immense. If you love nature, this is the place for you. As for the chores, they are simple and you have to take care of the place as if it were your home and always be attentive to what is needed. We would definitely recommend it and would love to come back someday! Thank you Ülika and Håkan!! ❤️

4 months ago

Argentina

5

Ulrika and Häkan welcomed me very well! They gave me a comfortable room and offered me all the amenities of the hotel. I spent a month in the low season in winter. I was the only volunteer. And the work was flexible and varied. So I had time to get to know the Ecopark that surrounds the Hotel. And to interact with Häkan, very friendly and always in a good mood. We shared conversations that I enjoyed a lot and made me work my brain haha. And he showed me Swedish traditions. Häkan took me to the station in his car every time I needed. Ulrika and Häkan, thanks so much for share with travellers! ❤

5 months ago

Switzerland

3

Ulrika's a kind woman, but often extremely stressed. This makes the environment unorganized and chaotic. I had to work extra sometimes because things were forgotten about, not communicated to me, etc. When I first arrived at the hostel, no one told me what to do for the first week or so. I was very overwhelmed, especially since it was my first experience. I had a private room and toilet almost throughout my entire stay. There's a Gym and an amazingly equipped kitchen and fridge for our constant use. We're even allowed to borrow the car sometimes. Nature and lake (5min walk) are very beautiful.

26 days ago


Ulrika replied

Eliane liked to do things her way and did not like to be told our ways. We gave her a lot of freedom with responsibility. She got to bake a lot of what she wanted and run the cafe that she liked. We met her needs and planned for when to do what when there was a conflict with someone else. She borrowed the car regularly to go different places, her friend came to stay. We had weekly meetings when she wanted. Reading her review I realize she did not get it and lost the big picture.

Spain

3

The experience at the hostel was average. I had a private room and could use the kitchen anytime, which was great, but the house had no running water, so I had to walk outside to use the bathroom in other house. The internet was very unreliable, often not working after 8 pm, which made my online work difficult. There was no clear schedule, so some volunteers felt lost, though I liked the flexibility. In the end, I also helped with cleaning, the café and check-ins. The surroundings are stunning.

30 days ago

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