Join our fun and hardworking hostel maintenance crew!

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: 48 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 41 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

24h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space 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 Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

Verified Host: This host has been verified by our team before joining the community.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 2 weeks

Stay up to: 12 weeks

The Experience

Our smaller maintenance crew, join our family in a home packed with creativity and inspiration. You'll have access to instruments, art supplies, carpentry, and gardening projects, and meet guests from around the world. Our neighborhood is famous for hippies, the arts, hiking, rock climbing, music and hot springs. It's 45 minutes to a beach, 1 hour from skiing, and 2 hours to the hot springs. Theatre, arts, and music shows every week.

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Requirements

Beginner English
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Talk to those who have lived the experience

In our community, you can talk to worldpackers who have already collaborated with this host and get your questions answered directly.

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a) How was your experience with this host?
b) How was your day-to-day routine?
c) How much did you spend on this trip?

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62 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

48 Meeting international travelers
41 Immersing in the local culture
39 Meeting locals
32 Get in touch with nature
21 Developing social awareness
12 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

17 5. Gender equality
13 11. Sustainable cities and communities
10 10. Reduced inequalities

Ignacio A.

Argentina

It was a beautiful experience, full of amazing people. The hostel took care of us well, and the management team's work was key in many situations, being relevant in high-pressure situations and handling the problems with clear communication and empathy. I love this place and I will recommend more people to come here.

10 days ago

Eugene Lodge & replied

We love you so dearly Ignacio! You’re family now and we miss you so much. Argentina 2025!

Kristina

Lithuania

When I went to Portland and told the hostel receptionist that I came from the hostel he was greatly surprised why European would go there and he said " you have the whole Europe why you came to the hostel?". To be honest, the hostel was just along the way my West Coast trip, great location, smaller city. When I found the hostel on this website I had a feeling that I might have good experience there and indeed I was right. I spent one month there and I will be forever grateful for everyone I could call a friend. Thank you for being my family far away from my home. Work hours were reasonable as well.

12 days ago

Eugene Lodge & replied

Thank you so much for staying with us!! It was so lovely to have you here and we wish you well on your travels!

lauren

United States

This is an incredible hostel with incredible people! The neighborhood is really cool and walkable with some great food options. Shout out to the amazing managers, Sabina, Mari, Chloee and Adan. They are the backbone of the hostel and do so much to keep it running smoothly! I miss this place already

17 days ago

Eugene Lodge & replied

Thank you Lauren!! We miss you toooo

Rowan

United States

I had such a wonderful month at this hostel and in the hostel! Truly such a unique experience with some of the friendliest people I've ever met. The hours aren't bad at all and the work is easy, and you get the rest of the week to explore the city. I'm going to miss everyone so much and really hope I get to make it back someday.

about 1 month ago

Mariona

Spain

This was my first time traveling alone and my first time in a hostel, and I couldn't have chosen a better place. From the first moment I felt super welcomed. The managers are the best, they really care about us and they are always there <3 The shifts are only 3 days a week and they are easy and clear. The area is beautiful, and there are endless things to do and visit🌲. I am super grateful, thank you very much to all the people at the hostel who make this place an incredible place. i am leaving with tears in my eyes but so happy to have lived this experience. i'll never forget it, thank you❤️

about 1 month ago

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