Hostel Edinburgh, United Kingdom

5.0
(157 reviews)157

Explore Edinburgh, help keep our cozy wee hostel clean and tidy!

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
High demand host
This host has received 21 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers
141 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Immerse yourself in the local culture
117 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

14h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Party Promoter
Help organise and promote parties and social activities.
Reception
Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.
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

1

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
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.
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.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Discounts on Pubs
Get discounts at nearby pubs.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Pub Crawls
Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!
Support
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Availability

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Stay at least
4 weeks
Stay up to
10 weeks

The Experience

Fancy the hostel lifestyle and a chance to live in stunning, historic Edinburgh? We're looking for friendy backpackers to help keep our cosy little hostel on the iconic Royal Mile clean and tidy. With only 38 beds, we are a safe and comfy wee community. You'll be changing beds and cleaning bathrooms. In exchange, we're offering accommodation in our staff dorm and a free breakfast. Get stuck into our daily events or chill out in your new home!

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Between 18 and 35 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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157 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 141 Meeting international travelers
  • 117 Immersing in the local culture
  • 79 Practicing English
  • 72 Meeting locals
  • 46 Developing social awareness
  • 13 Get in touch with nature

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 50 5. Gender equality
  • 33 10. Reduced inequalities
  • 28 12. Responsible consumption and production
Karla Patricia

Mexico

5

My experience in RMB was truly incredible. I was not supposed to be in Edinburgh, but a happy coincidence made me find the hostel at a moment in which they needed a volunteer for just 3 weeks, and that's exactly how long it took for me to fall in love with the city and with the other volunteers - they have the coolest vibes and made my stay so much better, since I can be shy and introverted sometimes.- I'm grateful to RMB - Jack and Billie- for this opportunity, it was a blast

4 days ago

Hannah

United States

5

I had the best time ever at the hostel! This was my first World Packers work exchange, and it couldn't have gone better! I met people that I will be friends for life with! The work was incredibly worth the stay on the hostel, right in the heart of Edinburgh! Big thanks to Billie & Jack, they are awesome! Such a great location and traveler community! I will be forever grateful for this entire experience— if you are trying to decide whether to go or not, this is your sign you should! Edinburgh is incredibly beautiful & I feel so lucky to have lived there at RMB for a month! :)

6 days ago

Kelly

Australia

5

Volunteering at RMB has been the most amazing time ever. After a month, Edinburgh officially feels like home & the people feel like family. Jack and Billie are best managers you can ask for: understanding, flexible and kind. The work was super easy and straightforward & the hours were always agreed on. Will treasure this time forever & would come back in an instant!

10 days ago

Victoria

United States

5

It's as they all say: RMB is a home away from home. Jack and Billie have curated a warm and welcoming space for their volunteers. Everyone was so outgoing and always attending events at the other hostels so there was always something fun to do. The work was clearly communicated and we had plenty of free time in between tasks. Edinburgh is beautiful and I couldn't recommend the hostel more!

11 days ago

Vendula

Czech Republic

5

I had a great time staying at RMB. The hostel is so cozy and welcoming. Everyone was really nice and helpful.
The working hours were given in advance and were always respected. The tasks were easy to do, leaving you with a lot of energy and time to explore the city.
Thanks so much to Billie and Jack for giving me this opportunity and thanks to all other volunteers for making my stay so special.

24 days ago

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Hosted by Jack & Billie

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