Hostel São Paulo, Brazil

4.5
(141 reviews)141

Professionals with experience in maintenance, renovations and repairs.

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers
77 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
70 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

30h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Arts
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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What you get

3

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.
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.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Discounts on Parties
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Pubs
Get discounts at nearby pubs.
Discounts on Drinks
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Accommodation
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
4 weeks

The Experience

The hostel is undergoing some infrastructural improvements and could use a little extra help. -Perform small renovations with masonry, plaster and carpentry. -Perform occasional maintenance tasks as needed, such as replacing power outlets, repairing cabinets and doors. -Perform painting tasks, sanding and painting walls. Note: The vacancy is for professionals with experience. We also seek someone who can teach us!

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Requirements

  • Between 25 and 60 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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141 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 77 Meeting international travelers
  • 70 Meeting locals
  • 63 Immersing in the local culture
  • 57 Practicing English
  • 40 Practicing Spanish
  • 39 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 34 5. Gender equality
  • 25 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 19 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 17 8. Decent work and economic growth
  • 10 10. Reduced inequalities
yue

China

5

HBB has been my favorite volunteer experience so far. The space Andressa created is warm, inclusive, and women- and queer-friendly. The volunteer team was kind and supportive, creating a lovely atmosphere. I mainly worked behind the bar and learned to make caipirinhas, which was a highlight. Located in Pinheiros near Batman Alley, the bar attracts many locals, giving me meaningful connections. I highly recommend it to travelers seeking a deeper, more local experience of São Paulo.

8 months ago

Merita

Belgium

4

I spent 2 fun weeks in HBB bartending, the host is very flexible & understanding which was very comfortable. I made friends with the other volunteers & felt very welcomed even though there sometimes was a language barrier. We understood each other & made it work! Thank you HBB dream team 🫶🏻

8 months ago

janghyuk

Korea, South

5

It was my second time to apply volunteer work in HBB hostel, literally it was feeling like come back home, Andressa and other volunteers were so kind and energetic, like before I can meet many local travelers and talk together. the work is perfect in both practicing English and Portuguese. anytime when I come back São Paulo I will stay in HBB hostel as a volunteer or a guest. always Thank you Andressa!

over 1 year ago

janghyuk

Korea, South

5

It was my first Worldpackers hostel volunteer work, the host Andressa was very kind, n hostel was so cozy, There was many kind of ppl n it was perfect place to hang out n talk with them. The hostel location is perfect, more than other area, Vila Madalena is safe n every night so energetic. if I went back to São Paulo I will go to HBB hostel again. Obrigado Andressa!

over 1 year ago


Andressa replied

Thanks, Jay. We're happy to have you back with us, and we hope to come back to our little home many more times. I really want to see you speak fluent Portuguese one day, and to have many fun conversations together, since speaking with you in English is already very enjoyable.

Petar

Croatia

5

I had good volunteering experience at HBB Hostel. My role at the front bar was enjoyable, with clear tasks and perfect working hours. Mostly i enjoyed doing caipirihas! Andressa, the hostel manager, was flexible and supportive throughout my stay. The neighborhood is vibrant, with plenty of bars and attractions, and I always felt safe. Overall, I recommend HBB Hostel for anyone looking to volunteer and immerse themselves in the local scene of Sao Paulo!

over 1 year ago


Andressa replied

Ountch. Thank you very much, Peter. It was a pleasure to welcome you here, as you demonstrated you were highly capable of carrying out the volunteer work, even in the face of language difficulties. You surprised us and left us feeling quite calm and confident that the bar was under your command. We hope for more people like you around here!

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