Help us welcome guests, keep things tidy, and bring good vibes,

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
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Connect with the locals: 36 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Connect with international travelers: 33 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
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.

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.

Cooking: Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.

Additional Fee: This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

US$ 15

Per day

Fee pays for

Benefits for travelers

Description

A Volunteer contributes USD 15 a day to partly cover the costs involved.

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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.

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.

Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

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.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

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

Our current requirement for the mentioned period is mostly to work in House keeping, Reception, Cleaning. There may be other requirements based on operational demand and any of your specific skills useful to us may be discussed and utilized if agreeable to both parties. We expect your fullest corporation and flexibility. You are also expected to behave in a manner that do not disrespect the guests, the team members and the local culture.

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Between 20 and 55 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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41 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hotel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

36 Meeting locals
33 Meeting international travelers
32 Immersing in the local culture
29 Practicing English
13 Developing social awareness
13 Get in touch with nature

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

17 8. Decent work and economic growth
7 9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure
5 12. Responsible consumption and production
3 15. Life on land
3 17. Partnerships for the goals
2 14. Life below water

lucie

France

The hotel was my first volunteering experience. I came with a friend, and we shared a room with two other volunteers. The hotel staff was incredibly kind, and the hotel manager was very attentive to the volunteers' needs. My friend and I mainly helped with cleaning the rooms. We also had three meals included every day, and they were always delicious often served as a large buffet, which we really enjoyed. The only downside is that there isn't much to do around the hotel in terms of activities or places to visit.

25 days ago

Lilli

Germany

I really enjoyed my stay at the hotel :) The location right by the sea is perfect for watching the most beautiful sunsets, the pool was always warm, and we could relax there before or after work. The food was really great on buffet days, but on all other days it could be a bit monotonous. The staff were always super friendly, even if there were communication problems. Work was mostly easy to manage depending on the task (housekeeping, restaurant, or reception). Unfortunately I never worked in Colombo, did mostly Housekeeping. The hotel hast some things to improve, but I'm sure they will.

28 days ago

KATIA

Italy

My experience here was great. Athula is such a nice, open-minded and available person. the hotel has a lot of potential, but there are several things that need to be improved. For example, the cleaning standards and the communication skills of the staff. We were the happiest when there was a buffet! Otherwise, the food was still good, but sometimes not enough. People there are really lovely, always smiling! I should have stayed longer, but I had to leave, and the GM and Athula completely understood me. Go there with a proactive mentality!Thank you so much to all of you, wish you the best!

about 1 month ago

Yibo

China

It was a pleasure to stay at the hotel, the hotel staff very friendly and helpful, working hours fairly easy to manage either houses keeping or restaurant shift so after that you'll have plenty of time to explore around, usually two shifts moring shift from 9Am to 2Pm, afternoon shift from 2PM to 7Pm, sometime they ask to help café Colombo located in shopping center rooftop with stunning ocean view so don't miss it! Thank you again Athula anr all of the hotel team! All the best ❤️

2 months ago

Paula

Spain

The hotel was an incredible first volunteer experience. Athula and the entire team are incredibly kind, attentive, and always willing to help. The traditional Sri Lankan food is delicious and the time spent with the other volunteers was wonderful. The work is simple and flexible, with respected schedules. It generally involves helping with cleaning or supporting the restaurant. Thank you, Athula, for opening the doors to your project and for creating such a special space with such special people. I will definitely be back soon!

3 months ago

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