Hostel Achill Island, Ireland

5.0
(32 reviews)32

Be a volunteer in a Historic Victorian Hostel & Bar on the the Wild Atlantic Way!

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Connect with nature
22 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers
21 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
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What you get

2

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.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
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.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Support
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Availability

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Stay at least
3 weeks

The Experience

We're a tourist Hostel & Bar located in a beautiful Victorian house located on Achill Island, Co. Mayo, on the Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland. Stunning location on the Wild Atlantic Way near beaches, lakes, and hills. Help us with setting up and serving breakfast, making beds, and cleaning and tidying around the Hostel and Bar.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Over 21 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
  • European Union Passport

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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32 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 22 Get in touch with nature
  • 21 Meeting international travelers
  • 21 Meeting locals
  • 20 Immersing in the local culture
  • 14 Practicing English
  • 4 Developing social awareness
Zia

Australia

5

I was completely taken by the hostel. It is such a beautifully unique place and attracts such wonderful people. Pat and Alice were such wonderful bosses. The community feeling on the island is palpable and indescribable. To future volunteers, I'd recommend having a car or being prepared to hitchhike. Otherwise the island can feel a bit isolating (but you get over the feeling pretty quickly).

29 days ago

Filippo

Italy

5

I had a great time at the hostel. The atmosphere is peaceful and if you want to reconnect with nature, this is the right place. It was my first time as volunteer and i can say that all the staff has been very patient, kind, and friendly with me from the first day. It will definitely be an experience I'll never forget!

4 months ago

Thomas

France, Metropolitan

5

Achill is a beautiful and magical place, and the hostel gives you that feeling of being at home, in a way.
I'll definitely be back to reconnect with this unique atmosphere :)

6 months ago

julie

France

5

I will never forget my stay here, I'm so glad my first worldpackers experience was with Pat and Alice both lovely people that will make you feel very welcome. The weather might be a bit harsh from time to time but it's more than worth it, the work load is very balanced never felt like I was pressured and still had plenty of time for myself. I met wonderful people both local and other volunteer I really recommend this place if you want to discover Ireland and have a true moment of peace. Thanks again for everything :)

7 months ago

Patrick

Canada

5

Pat and Alice were absolutely lovely and have created such a good environment for their volunteers. The work is very flexible and laid back, and Achill Island is such a beautiful place to explore. It is a great place to meet great people - whether it's other volunteers, staff or locals.

7 months ago

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Hosted by Alice

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