Yellow Sun Hostel

Kampot is steeped in colonial history, which makes it both beautiful and interesting. Local people are a mixture of Cambodian and ex pats, both of which you can find frequenting the many bars and coffee shops in the local town. At the hostel we employ both western and local staff; currently 9 Khmer staff who hold positions in all aspects of the business, from cooking and housekeeping, to maintenance and bar tending. We are only too happy to help with improving your local language skills.

We are looking for volunteers who can help out with the general running of a backpackers hostel. Reception Helping out restaurant , liaising with guests and any Ad Hoc duties that occur. We are looking for friendly, sociable people with a good level of English. No previous experience is necessary. You will work 6 hour shifts, 6 days a week, working with the local staff and other volunteers.

You will either be working morning shift (8am-2pm): serving breakfast orders, checking people in, renting kayaks and just being a smiley face to make guests feel welcome!
The middle shift (12pm-6pm): This shift consists of chatting with customers, giving advice on activities and serving drinks and food.
Or evening shifts (5pm-11pm): the reception turns in to a busy bar at night! You will help with food orders and serve drinks, chatting to all the interesting people that pass through our doors.

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Reviews

5.0
(89 reviews)89

Staff & Host

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0
About the experience in: Kampot, Cambodia

Germany

5

I love this place and the Team is super nice! I worked here mostly in the evening and helped at the bar. There is a lot of free time while working and the general vibe is chill. Even during low season there was always someone around. They cook amazing local food.
I would always come back here and I would definitely recommend this place.
See you again

27 days ago

About the experience in: Kampot, Cambodia

United States

2

Overall my stay at YellowSun was very unforgettable. The first 3 weeks went by smoothly. Due to it being low season, the tasks asked were simple and with little to no stress. During my last week I did experience a lot of disrespect. Although Morgan, Day’Ron, Ren, and V were amazing (helpful, funny, smart human beings), I experienced a couple not so amazing people. One worker would constantly hit on other volunteers and disrespected my personal space (kissing me) and the main manger, Johnny, roofied me. Completely unacceptable and when told to another manager I was told nothing would happen.

about 2 months ago

About the experience in: Kampot, Cambodia

France

5

I volunteered at the hostel a little over 2 weeks and truly had the best experience! All the staff made me feel so welcome and working alongside everyone was fun and exciting! I wish I could've stayed longer - the hostel grows on you and makes you feel at home faster than I ever imagined!
All the tasks are discussed immediately and clearly, leaving plenty of time to explore around before or after shifts!
I thank all of you for making this experience memorable!
Estere

about 2 months ago

About the experience in: Kampot, Cambodia

France

5

I spent two weeks volunteering at the hostel and loved it so much that I extended my stay to three weeks! Day', Morgan, V and Tommy are amazing, funny and welcoming people who make you feel at home.
The flexible shifts (8–2, 12–6 or 5–11) leave plenty of time to explore. Even during low season, there were still lots of people around and it was easy to meet travelers and make friends. I would definitely recommend the hostel!

3 months ago

About the experience in: Kampot, Cambodia

Russia

5

Came here planning to stay 3 weeks and somehow stayed for 3 months instead. the hostel is such a special place with the best energy, amazing staff, and the kind of people that make you feel at home straight away. The work is super chill and fun, so it never feels stressful and you still have loads of time to enjoy Kampot and connect with everyone around you. What I thought would be just another volunteering experience became one of the best chapters of my life. This place really feels like home to me now. So much love for the hostel and everyone in it. Will be back soon, love you guys ❤️

6 months ago


Pros replied

Thank you so much for your beautiful words! We're so happy that your 3 weeks turned into 3 amazing months with us. It was a pleasure having you as part of the Yellow Sun family, and we're grateful for all the memories and good energy you brought. We’ll miss you and can’t wait to welcome you back soon! 💛❤️


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