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United States
This was my first gig & I'm really glad I chose the hostel! Lorand is the absolute best to work with! He showed me the ropes & made me feel very welcomed & confident in the work. He made the job enjoyable for the 5 wks I stayed. The work was very straightforward & schedule flexible. I had plenty of time to explore Brașov. The hostel was pretty social & I met a lot of great people. Guests often went out for drinks together in the oldtown. Sorina & Josef were very kind and welcoming as well. I had never been to Romania, but I would definitely visit again. For the bears and Dracula! Recommend!
about 2 months ago
United States
Volunteering at the hostel was a great first worldpackers experience! lorand was so great with training and answering questions along the way. i truly became friends with him and the other volunteer during my stay <3. work was about as expected, but i will note that when working and living in the same place, guests start asking things of you all the time, not just during your work hours. i think that's just the nature of working in a hostel though. overall i had such a great time in brasov, and the people really made it special for me🫶
about 2 months ago
United States
I had a really positive experience volunteering at the hostel. Lorand and Sorina genuinely care about guests and volunteers, and are always available for you if you need something, as you generally work reception shifts alone. The work is fair and clearly explained for each shift. The hostel is clean, modest, and a relaxed vibe. The hostel attracts easy going guests that you get to meet from all over the world as you're the first to greet them. Spending time in this city was a relaxing experience that I needed after a long time traveling. Thank you guys for everything, I miss you already!
4 months ago
United States
I feel very lucky that volunteering at the hostel was my first ever volunteering experience. Lorand and Sorina did a great job at communicating the responsibiltiies of my position and their expectations for me as a volunteer. Lorand took time to train me properly and assist in any help I needed along the way. They're very involved and truly care about fostering a good environment. As a volunteer, I felt like I was treated like a guest in every way possible -- prioritized and taken care of. Vibes of the hostel itself are more laid back and chill. Accomadations were good. 10/10 experience!
5 months ago
Malaysia
This was my first volunteering experience during my backpacking trip around Europe, and I can truly say starting at the hostel was one of the best decisions I made. The hostel is cozy, comfortable and surrounded by beautiful nature which felt like a perfect break after weeks of city travelling. Lorand and Sorina always made sure volunteers were well taken care of and Lorand especially became more than just a host to me, he was like a best friend who always helped and guided me patiently both during and outside working hours. Thank you so much for accepting me as part of the team.
5 months ago
United States
My stay at the hostel was my first Worldpackers experience, and I initially felt pretty stressed about volunteering. However, Lorand and Sorina made the entire process smooth and easy to adjust to. I had an amazing time in Brașov and met so many great people along the way. If you're looking for a volunteer opportunity that pushes you out of your comfort zone while still feeling welcoming and supportive, the hostel is definitely the place to be. I'm going to miss this place for sure!
6 months ago
United States
Staying in Brasov at the hostel was a great experience! It's based in Old Town with access to everything you need plus public transport. Though almost everything runs remotely at the hostel, they built a system to assign tasks to your shift and you can check them off once completed. Directions are clear and straightforward. Lorand, the manager was always available when needed and he was wonderful to work with. I already miss this place, and I know I'll be back! Thank you and see you again soon!
7 months ago
Brazil
My first Worldpackers experience fully met my expectations! I stayed for almost three weeks working in reception, housekeeping, and also creating some social media content (something I really enjoy doing) 🤌 Lorand and Sorina were always very flexible, kind, and understanding. The tasks were chill and well explained, so they're simple even if you don't have much experience in housekeeping (like I didn't hahah The amount of time me and my partner stayed was perfect to explore the city and region at a slower pace, experience hostel life fully, and meet many great people. Highly recommended! :)
10 months ago
United States
I will miss my time at the hostel! Lorand, one of the managers, was very funny, down to earth and quite helpful in my getting familiar to Brasov. The facilities were in decent condition but not amazing. While I was there a toilet broke, the only washer broke, and overall the bedrooms and common spaces were just okay compared to other places I've stayed with WorldPackers. Furthermore, the work load was moderate and able to be done in 4hrs if you work efficiently. I would recommend the hostel if you're looking to be right in the heart of the city and want both times of peace and party!
5 months ago
Australia
A great experience! Brasov is a beautiful city to experience volunteering. The hostel has a very welcoming vibe and I connected with many friendly people during my time there.
The work schedule was clearly organised - shifts were divided between housekeeping and reception and rotated with the other volunteers so you are never doing the same thing all the time. The schedule left enough free time to enjoy the city and also to go for day trips to nearby areas.
A special mention goes to Lorand, who truly cares about the volunteers and always made sure we felt supported and appreciated.
10 months ago
