Hostel Kent, United Kingdom

5.0
(9 reviews)9

We're looking for fun, enthusiastic volunteers at YHA Canterbury!

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
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Immerse yourself in the local culture
7 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Connect with the locals
7 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals

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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.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
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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.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, 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.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Oct
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Feb
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Stay at least
3 weeks
Stay up to
6 weeks

The Experience

You will be helping our team prepare breakfast/dinner for guests, as well as housekeeping tasks once guests have checked out in the mornings. On your days off, you will have the opportunity to explore historic Canterbury, with its grand Cathedral, river tours and medieval streets to name just a few. Our friendly team can't wait to meet you, hope to see you soon!

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Over 18 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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9 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 7 Immersing in the local culture
  • 7 Meeting locals
  • 5 Practicing English
  • 3 Developing social awareness
  • 2 Meeting international travelers
  • 1 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 5 4. Quality education
  • 3 10. Reduced inequalities
  • 2 3. Good health and well-being
Nathalia

Mexico

5

I recommend a thousand times participating with the hostel, personally it was my first volunteering and I was nervous and with many doubts about what volunteering is, but the people at the hostel were always very friendly, they explained any doubts I had. The super simple tasks there were days that everything could be finished in about 3 hours and I already had the whole day off to get to know the city. The city is beautiful, it's about 1 hour from London, so it's perfect for free days to go to London or other cities that people recommend in the hostel. The hostel is very nice

3 months ago

Sarah

France

5

​I had a wonderful volunteering experience here. The hostel team is so friendly, always in a good mood and ready to help, which creates a super positive atmosphere right from day one. ​the hostel is a beautiful and very charming city. Overall, I really managed to get enough time to explore the city, travel around Kent, and immerse myself in the local culture. ​It's the perfect place to meet amazing people and have a great adventure.

4 months ago

Kwesi

United Kingdom

5

My time at YHA Canterbury was an absolute joy from start to finish. On my very first day, I was visited by the 'Easter Bunny' with a chocolate egg—a perfect sign of the warmth and hospitality to come. The team was a total class act: welcoming, professional, and great fun to work with. A special thanks to Niki for being such a brilliant manager and supportive host. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a top-tier Worldpackers placement in a charming, quintessential English city!

5 months ago

Corina

United States

5

My month at the hostel was so nice! The work is easy and you get done early in the day so there's lots of time to explore. The private room is very cozy, and the breakfasts (+ occasional dinners) are always good. You get the whole month's schedule in advance which is super helpful. This was a great experience that I recommend for anyone wanting to explore England in depth and get a taste of local life.

6 months ago

Daniela

Brazil

4

Everyone was very professional, kind, and patient, especially with my English level. Even though my stay was short, it was a great experience and gave me the opportunity to learn a little more about the local culture. Thank you to the entire team for making me feel welcome!

4 months ago

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