The Hostel

Hey everybody, let me tell you about this place a bit.

This hostel has been open for a few years already, but unfortunately, a period of poor management led to a downturn in reviews. We are building a new team with the goal of reinventing this place. We aim to create a friendly atmosphere, to offer a clean and comfortable stay for all guests as well as to offer them advice on how to have the best experience possible when they visit Edinburgh. We need people who are ready to accept this challenge and help us out!

PS: For us, diversity and inclusion are extremely important, be it equality, gender, sexual orientation, race, or nationality. We take this into consideration in our volunteering.
For more information, follow us on Instagram @thehosteledi

The Hostel Manager:

Hello, we are Caitlin & Micaelyn.

Depending on when you arrive in the year, you will be dealing with one of us or both of us. Caitlin is taking over from Stephanie from the 1st of November.

We both started out as as volunteers in The Hostel and during our time here, we have done a bit of everything and so know every aspect of the job.

We have both worked in a variety of industries and jobs and have learnt from all of them.

We believe in continued growth and learning. We know that every experience and individual brings their own special element to the table.

We have always believed in working and living with integrity as well as leaving both a place and its people better than you found them. Always driven to improve. The Hostel management and team are looking for hardworking and enthusiastic people to join our magical team. Together, we can continue to create an incredible and special environment and experience for all.

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Reviews

5.0
(352 reviews)352

Staff & Host

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0
About the experience in: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

United States

5

I had an amazing time at the hostel! I met some really amazing people and made awesome memories! We did a lot of fun group activities and bonding and the work was as expected and not too bad at all. Edinburgh is such a beautiful city and was a joy to explore. I unfortunately had to leave early from my stay due to a surgery rescheduling so though I didn't have a very long stay I would go back in a heartbeat. I hope to return someday!

5 days ago

About the experience in: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Germany

5

The experience I got at the hostel is unforgettable. The Team becomes your family. You can always join in on activities or maybe enjoy the beautiful City of Edinburgh on your own. Everything can be, nothing is a must. The work hours are mostly fair and even after work hours, you have enough time to explore. I will never stop recommending Edinburgh and the location of the hostel is absolutely amazing. Every sight is in a walkable distance and the neighborhood is very safe and quiet.

10 days ago

About the experience in: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Australia

5

From the moment I arrived, my time at the hostel was very special. Tamara was incredibly kind and welcoming, as were Astrid and Delphi. All the volunteers were friendly too, and it quickly felt like a little family. the hostel is also a great place to spend your time off, with people always around and plenty to do, or you can simply relax on the couch by the window and look outside, one of my favourite things to do there.

12 days ago

About the experience in: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Austria

5

I loved pretty much everything about the hostel! Sometimes the work can be a little bit annoying, but isn't every work annoying sometimes? The people are great, and Tami as a manager is amazing :) Also the location is unbeatable.

14 days ago

About the experience in: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Brazil

5

The experience at at hostel was really nice, everybody is very welcoming and the hours and tasks are fair and chill. You have plenty of time to explore the city and just hang out :)

27 days ago


Tamara replied

Unfortunately, my time to leave you a review ran out, but thank you so much for your time with us, we loved to have you here!


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