Come help us with housekeeping & stay at the heart of Montreal

High demand host: This host has received 5 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers: 26 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 20 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion

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What you offer

15h

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

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

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.

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.

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

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: 3 weeks

Stay up to: 8 weeks

The Experience

Hello :) We're a alternative and cozy hostel looking for volunteers to help us with housekeeping and general tasks. We search for someone who is friendly and eclectic, just like the rest of our staff! We're located in Old Montreal, known for its architecture and history. Every necessary store is within a 15-minute walking distance. We'll give you the best addresses in town! We always try our very best so you have you off-days all together.

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Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate French
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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33 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

26 Meeting international travelers
20 Immersing in the local culture
18 Practicing English
17 Meeting locals
8 Developing social awareness
3 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

14 5. Gender equality
8 11. Sustainable cities and communities
7 12. Responsible consumption and production

Jennifer

Canada

Great experience! The tasks are fair, the atmosphere is easy going, the people were awesome. There's too many people to thank, so thank you to everyone who made my experience wonderful!

2 days ago

maxi

Germany

I had an awesome experience at the hostel! The people working there are really friendly and the tasks are easy to manage. It was an amazing opportunity to live and experience Montréal.

26 days ago

Alternative Hostel replied

Hi Maxi!! You totally rocked it here 😎 Thanks for all your help and laughter ✨

Cameron

United Kingdom

I had a great time volunteering at this hostel. The work is fair, normally from 10:30-14:15 but sometimes you can finish earlier. It's in a great location, right next to the old port, lovely for walks and runs. Living conditions are good, with the kitchen and common area having everything you need. Supermarkets, especially cheaper ones, are a bit out of the way but there is enough fridge/storage space to buy in bulk and meal prep. My French really improved while I was here too. I think one month here was the perfect amount of time. Thanks for everything guys!

about 1 month ago

Alternative Hostel replied

Cameron! We’re so glad you joined the squad💥 Thanks for all the good times & great chats, à la prochaine! 😄

Alp

Turkey

My experience at Alt Hostel was absolutely incredible! From the very beginning, Laura was very kind, patiently answering all my questions and accommodating my requests. The hostel itself is ideally located in the heart of Old Montreal, placing you within walking distance of many tourist attractions. The facilities are excellent — the beds are comfortable, the environment is consistently clean, and the work hours are completely reasonable. What truly made the experience unforgettable, however, was the reception team and other volunteers. I'm going to miss each and every one of you!

about 1 month ago

Alternative Hostel replied

We miss you already Alp!! You brought such great vibes to the team, come back anytime 🌸

Clara

Belgium

If you're unsure, I had doubts too... and now I realize how lucky I was to have done it! 🧚🏼🫶✨

about 2 months ago

Alternative Hostel replied

And we truly feel lucky to have had you as part of the team 💛

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