Help us at our tranquil hostel with gardens in Varna, Bulgaria :)

Canada

5

Such a beautiful place. They are really kind person, very welcoming, flexible and open to your requests. If you search something simple, with good people and near to the beach, that is a good place for you.

about 2 months ago

Austria

5

I had an amazing time volunteering at this hostel! Everyone was incredibly friendly, open-minded, and warm-hearted. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcome – I was even greeted with a fresh cup of coffee, which was such a nice touch. The tasks were always simple and easy to manage, usually taking no more than two hours a day. That gave me plenty of time to enjoy the city and relax at the beach, which is just a 15-minute walk from the hostel. I truly enjoyed my stay in Varna and would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a great volunteering experience

2 months ago

Germany

5

Immediately after I arrived, I was wholeheartedly welcomed by everyone. The following days, the owner George was kind enough to take me to the local market and also showed me a local bar. I learned a lot about the plants, the culture as well as the life in general in Bulgaria. The hostel really is a special place. You have all of these plants all around you and the black sea in reach (25 min by foot). While I was there, the hostel wasn't open yet, so sadly there wasn't as much going on. Still, I got to listen to a lot of different stories and experience a different life than what I am used to.

3 months ago

New Zealand

5

Had an awesome time at the hostel Botanica! The hosts were amazing, communication was great and they were constantly checking to make sure we were happy and content with everything. The beach is close and it is easy to get in to town with the buses. The only draw back was that all the guests at the hostel at the time were long term and primarily older men as the hostel is not actually open to everyone during the off-season, this may be worth considering if you are a younger woman travelling outside of the summer season! However, everybody was very kind and welcoming - would recommend!!

4 months ago

Italy

5

It was my first experience as a volunteer and everything went well. George is a very nice and kind man, ready to help and explain what needs to be done. The hostel is a bit rustic but an oasis of peace, with a large garden full of plants of all kinds and lots of cats. About 10 minutes walk there is a beautiful beach, maybe not the ideal place to go out as it's a bit isolated but there are many buses that take you to the city center. The hostel is frequented mainly by adult men, maybe not ideal for young girls but despite this I recommend it to everyone, it was a magnificent experience!

5 months ago

India

5

My stay at the hostel Botanica was amazing! Tulio, an amazing and respectful host, ensured I had a place to rest upon my early morning arrival and constantly made sure I was comfortable throughout. The owner is a friendly, and fantastic person, and his brother has great knowledge of plants. The hostel is home to 10+ adorable cats and lush greenery, creating a peaceful vibe. Grill nights were a highlight, and the hostel people were fun and easygoing. Work hours were fair and flexible, and tasks were as agreed. Overall, a memorable and wonderful experience—highly recommended!

6 months ago

United Kingdom

4

This was my first worldpackers experience and George (the owner) was very kind and generous, the people were very authentic and created a great community. The living conditions aren't perfect, I slept (as a young woman) in a room with 4 men, (one who snored especially loud so be prepared) The mattresses are very thin so you can feel the railings of the bed but it was manageable. George often took everyone out for a night at beach clubs and dancing which was enjoyable! Overall it was an eye opening experience and people should go into it with an open mind! The work load was also very minimal!

16 days ago

Canada

4

I had a great time at this experience. I stayed for a week and only had to da couple hours of work daily. The host was really chill and accommodating! I stayed during the pre season so there weren't many guests at the hostel, however with the people that were there I hung out with and enjoyed my time with. The hostel is a cool facility with a huge garden. The area itself is just outside of the city centre. It's really close to the beach and bus systems. A beautiful place to spend time.

4 months ago

Bulgaria

5

The hostel and the people there are very welcoming, it feels like you're living in a big tropical garden (and its a 15 min walk to the beach). The tasks are usually easy and are exactly as agreed upon if not less, I would recommend to every cat lover(they have 14 very sociable cats) and everyone that wants to meet many other travelers and explore this area.

11 months ago

Tulio replied

Hi, thank you for your feedback. Unfortunately we missed the deadline to write a review, and they do not make exceptions (I don't understand why) - but in any case thank you for your contribution.

**To anyone reading, Preslava was a great volunteer, always friendly and positive, and she was exceptional at the work tasks. Everybody liked her. We can recommend her 100%!!!

Mexico

5

The best experience I could ever had. The work was easy and I got the opportunity to meet locals and international friends. The owners are really nice and excellent cook. I had one of the best times of my life there and also found love with one of the volunteers as well, now we are traveling together Highly recommended, go to Varna if you can!

about 1 year ago

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