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Brazil
I had an amazing month at the hostel! I truly enjoyed the facilities, the convenient location, and the chance to chat with both guests and fellow volunteers. It was a real pleasure, and the manager was fair and respectful, honoring everything that had been previously agreed upon. Muchas gracias por todo!
9 months ago
Brazil
From the beginning, it felt more like a job than volunteering. They rely heavily on volunteers, and we were expected to deliver hotel level service despite not necessarily being hospitality professionals, while the conditions they provided for volunteers were far below those expectations (the volunteer rooms are very small, and one had no window to the outside, meaning no natural light or ventilation). We were also told that this was an environment based on open dialogue, but that only seemed to exist in theory, as certain situations and incidents made this "constructive" dialogue unrealistic.
about 1 month ago
Ireland
You give more than you get. The hours in the morning are fine but the random one hour shifts in the evening are a huge inconvenience. The night late check ins are ridiculous, sometimes having 10-11 cleaning, checkin and 6am breakfast. My room had no window and is so small shared with another person also the door didn't close properly unless locked with the key every time. Housekeeping shift is awkward, usually they make up stuff for you to do or you do more work than the paid staff. If the manager could pay nobody she would. Can only wash clothes once a week at set time.
3 months ago
I think you should have been more comunicative during your stay. I have always been very clear about my way of doing things in my first interview. Thank you for your comments about the cleaning, this is a constructive opinion, but volunteering it is also practicing some languages, learning and really helping when it is needed. I think next time you should pay a room so you do not have to do anything in the meantime.
Australia
The location of this volunteering is great, right in the heart of Barcelona. But the work is genuinely hard, the hours may not be super long but you will be cleaning to a professional housekeeping standard and if it is not done right, they will get you to do it again. In exchange, the room is tiny and was not big enough for my own suitcase which had to be kept somewhere else. The room was very dirty, walls are paper thin so you hear everything at night and some bugs in the room were biting me in my sleep. This volunteering isn't easy, so weigh up whether the location is worth it for you
4 months ago
Norway
I had a great time at B-Garden! The work is interesting and I enjoyed meeting other volunteers (and guests) from around the world. The location is unbeatable for exploring the city, and everything you need is close by. The management is super friendly and flexible if you need specific days off etc, and I felt welcome and looked after from day one. Easily recommended! :-)
10 months ago
Poland
This experience was so much more than just volunteering, it was truly a special time with amazing people I was lucky to meet.
The schedule was very flexible, and after finishing the daily tasks there was plenty of time to enjoy personal plans.
Every day brought something new, and we quickly built a strong bond with other volunteers as we often spend free time together.
about 1 year ago
Brazil
This was my first volunteering experience and from the moment I arrived at B Garden I felt truly welcomed. The place is beautiful, the staff are kind, and the volunteers quickly became like family. I improved my Spanish, learned new skills, and gained confidence for my professional life. The location is also great—set in a lovely neighborhood and perfect for exploring the city. Overall, it was one of the best experiences I've had, and I absolutely recommend it!
about 1 year ago
United States
This was my first volunteer experience and I wouldn't change a thing. I met great people and got to explore the city on my time off. The living conditions were good as you only share a room with one other volunteer. You get a kitchen with all the things you need to cook and they have a beautiful terrace to hang out with other volunteers and to eat your food. The work itself is hard at first but gets easier over time. The hours were respected and Antonella was flexible with me with the schedule. Wonderful people and city!
about 1 year ago
Brazil
My experience at the hostel was excellent! The location is amazing, you can explore many places just by walking. The hostel is beautiful and provides a great environment to connect with volunteers from all over the world. Antonella is very kind and always willing to help!
over 1 year ago
Brazil
Volunteering at this hostel was an amazing experience. The location was great, in a nice and well-connected area. I met people from all over the world and made friendships I'll never forget. There were quite a few tasks, but they were well organized, which made everything smoother. On my days off, I explored Barcelona's famous spots and enjoyed the city's lively vibe. I became more confident and gained valuable experience, which really helped improve my social skills. I truly recommend this experience!
over 1 year ago
Many worldpackers have been applying to this position recently. The host will probably not be able to respond to all of the applications, so we recommend that you also apply to other hosts in our community and not just this one :)
