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, I am Stephanie, the current manager of The Hostel, Edinburgh. A little bit about myself: I started out in The Hostel as a volunteer and during my time here I have done a bit of everything. After a little travel break, I was asked to come back and be Manager. I have worked in a variety of industries and jobs and have learnt from all of them. I believe in continued growth and learning and know, that every experience and individual brings their own special element to the table. I 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, I am looking for hardworking and enthusiastic people to join my magical team. Together we can continue to create an incredible and special environment and experience for all.

Top Host
This host receives a lot of worldpackers and has a high average rating.

Reviews

5.0
115 reviews115

Staff & Host

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

Spain

5

Absolutely adored my stay at The Hostel. Met wonderful people, had an amazing time, did so much in just two weeks that i still feel dizzy about it. Instantly felt welcomed, the hours were great, everyone was flexible, understanding and supportive. Huge thanks to Stephanie, Micaelyn and Samuel, and to all my fellow volunteers; what an incredible experience!
I would absolutely recommend working and partying at The Hostel to anyone and everyone.
Thanks guys!! :)

12 days ago

Spain

5

It’s was a incredible experience, I will never forget this experience, because it’s was my first volunteer and I highly recommend it, all the team are so nice but Micaelyn it’s so so nice ❤️. The hostel its has made a huge impact on me, I have met many friends, improved my English and also met a sweetheart, what more could you ask for?

Do it without a doubt apply for this volunteering :)

12 days ago

Australia

5

I loved my time here! Tasks were fairly easy and took less time than advertised. Great management - very understanding, reasonable and kind. Made so many new friends in both the other volunteers and guests. Plenty of opportunities to socialise, explore Edinburgh and other parts of Scotland as well as to chill out and relax. Would definitely recommend :)

15 days ago

Brazil

5

Spending this time at The Hostel was the best experience I've had with Worldpackers so far and probably one of the most memorable trips in my life. The people coming to volunteer are so nice and well selected, the staff is great and the vibes are always good. The tasks are easy and the work is fair. Stephanie is a great manager and they were flexible with my agenda including trips and changes that came up. Couldn't thank everybody enough for the great times. Hoping to come back one day for more amazing memories. Thank you, love you <3

16 days ago

Spain

5

These 5 weeks that I’ve stayed at this hostal have been truly incredible. Every day was a new adventure where I got to meet people from different places of the world, get to know other volunteers, learn new things, have mind-blowing conversation and share amazing moments. By far, The Hostel really stands out to it’s name cause of it’s really unique way of bringing people together and sharing genuine hospitality to everyone. I leave with a satisfied curiosity and a warm heart for Edinburgh and The Hostel Team.

23 days ago


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