Hostel Jobs with Work Exchange and Job Opportunities

Hostels with Jobs & Work Opportunities

Looking to extend your travels? These hostels offer work exchange programs, volunteer opportunities, or paid positions for travelers. Work for accommodation, gain experience, and become part of the hostel community.

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Browse hostel jobs worldwide for work opportunities. Contact hostels directly or use Worldpackers for verified positions with reviews and support. Read more

146 hostels found
Bondo Travellers Hostel & Hotel, Bondo
Bondo Travellers Hostel & HotelWork Available

Bondo, Kenya

"…The Hostel and Hotels is located in Bondo Township 400m from Bondo Town on Bondo-Ukwala Road just next to Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology. Stay in Style where budget h...

Vukani Backpackers, Mthatha
Vukani BackpackersWork Available

Mthatha, South Africa

8.5

"…Sitting right by the dirt road that cuts through Tshani village on its way to the beach, you can't miss this place. It sits on a ridge above the estuary with great views of it and the Indian Ocean w...

Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel, Essaouira
Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social TravelWork Available

Essaouira, Morocco

8.6

"…A constant party in an easy-going city. Coolest place. - Do you hate boring hostels? If so, then this place is for you. Easygoing by day and a party by night. Don't think about showing up if you nee...

Cecilia Hotel, Cairo
Cecilia HotelWork Available

Cairo, Egypt

9.5

"Cosy - I spent an enjoyable week at Cecilia in hectic Cairo. Cecilia is a cute hostel in a quiet street with a nice terrace, clean rooms, and a very friendly and helpful staff. They arrange good priv...

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Riad VerusWork Available

Fes, Morocco

9.0

"…This is a good hostel with a welcoming atmosphere. Check-in was a bit of a hassle, due to not having an online booking. Despite check-in troubles, the hostel stay was good and a very good breakfast...

Gorilla African Guest House, Entebbe
Gorilla African Guest HouseWork Available

Entebbe, Uganda

7.3

"…The quiet residential area ensures that guests can relax without the disturbances of traffic or crowds. This peaceful environment is particularly beneficial for families looking for a comfortable re...

Dar Naima, Fes
Dar NaimaWork Available

Fes, Morocco

8.1

"…Naima advise you to organize your tour, sightseeing or shopping. The food served at Dar Naima is another asset of this house. Prepared the same day with fresh products from the market, the specia...

Kununurra YHA, Kununurra
Kununurra YHAWork Available

Kununurra, Australia

8.9

"…Each level has its own shared bathrooms and separate toilets, all cleaned regularly. Reception are very helpful and suggest tours and walks around the village. This place is a YHA and therefore v...

Milford Sound Lodge, Milford Sound
Milford Sound LodgeWork Available

Milford Sound, New Zealand

8.9

"…If you're driving, there are plenty of places to pull in and park. For those coming on foot, shuttles do operate into the township and there's also a pickup for Milford Track walkers off the boat fr...

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Grosvenor BackpackersWork Available

Bundaberg, Australia

6.0

"…We both got work straight away on macadamia 5 days a week. Hourly pay. Can be very surreal experience but it becomes a daily routine very quickly. Rent was $180 and $7 for travel per day. The hostel...

Okopako Lodge
Okopako Lodge HostelWork Available

Opononi, New Zealand

8.8

"…Very clean and tidy. Good facilities. Beds a little bit hard for my bones but otherwise an excellent place to call home and recharge the jaded footsore traveler's batteries. This is the best hostel...

Mclaren Vale Backpackers, McLaren Vale
Mclaren Vale BackpackersWork Available

McLaren Vale, Australia

8.5

"…Good Work Good Pay Great times - I will admit when I first arrived I had to wait 2 weeks for work. I was seriously pissed off that work was not available straight away but in hindsight I had never b...

Mad Monkey, Melbourne
Mad MonkeyWork Available

Melbourne, Australia

8.8

"…For sports fans this hostel is in prime position for any trip to the Telstra Dome and with Southern Cross Station close by, access to the sporting venues of Richmond, the MCG, Melbourne, and Olympic...

Billabong Backpackers Resort, Perth
Billabong Backpackers ResortWork Available

Perth, Australia

7.4

"…And besides, you're in a hostel, hello! (and if you were dealing with a bunch of oft rowdy and young backpackers enjoying life, wouldn't you be a bit tired?) There were no bedbug bites and no suspec...

Urban Nomad Potts Point, Sydney
Urban Nomad Potts PointWork Available

Sydney, Australia

5.8

"…・Lockers ・Carpeted Room ・Air Conditioners {Common areas} ・Fully equipped shared kitchen ・Bathrooms (toilet paper and hand soaps provided) At our hostel, we aim to creat...

Port Douglas Backpackers, Port Douglas
Port Douglas BackpackersWork Available

Port Douglas, Australia

7.5

"…The room was nice and the people friendly. The hostel was close to everything. I really enjoyed my time here. Great place to relax and unwind - Nice people and quiet at nights. The bar was fun and c...

Pacific Coast Lodge & Backpackers, Mount Maunganui
Pacific Coast Lodge & BackpackersWork Available

Mount Maunganui, New Zealand

8.4

"…However, my first night there I noticed a small brown bug crawling up my arm. I didn't know what it was at the time, but now I think it was a bedbug, because two days later I noticed several red bum...

Backpackers at 1770, Agnes Water / Town of 1770
Backpackers at 1770Work Available

Agnes Water / Town of 1770, Australia

8.8

"…Our friends came up in their car to visit and were completely welcomed into their family as well. These people were amazing to us. The place was gorgeous. the jacuzzi -- i mean, seriously guys, 16 a...

Roebuck Bay Backpackers Front Gate
Roebuck Bay BackpackersWork Available

Broome, Australia

5.9

"…However, sometimes if multiple showers are used at the same time, the amount of water coming out of the showerhead is tiny and the warmth changes every time as well. But if you're showering solo the...

Bayview Coral Bay Backpackers / Ningaloo Club, Coral Bay
Bayview Coral Bay Backpackers / Ningaloo ClubWork Available

Coral Bay, Australia

8.0

"…Coral Bay itself is heaven, with beautiful beaches and plenty of things to do. The only downer is the poor range and high price of food at the supermarket — thank God for the bakery! I stayed here f...

myOZexp Aberdeen Lodge, Perth
myOZexp Aberdeen LodgeWork Available

Perth, Australia

5.4

"…Bit of a party place but it's all good if your into that stuff. Strongly recommend it to anyone traveling looking for a cheap nice place to stay. Plenty of good memories, no bad ones at all. The Abe...

Manor House Backpackers
Manor House BackpackersWork Available

Dunedin, New Zealand

8.0

"…- This is a small and friendly hostel in an old manor house that has seen better days. The rooms are simple and clean, but some of them have poor lighting. The toilets and showers are reasonably c...

Big Hostel, Sydney
Big HostelWork Available

Sydney, Australia

8.1

Aptly named, this hostel is BIG! A wonderful choice for a wide range of travellers. It promotes eco-friendly practises with an emphasis on sustainable energy. Make the most of the big rooftop area wit...

1849 Backpackers, Albany
1849 BackpackersWork Available

Albany, Australia

7.4

"…The hostel has its many highlights and although it is hard to find a negative, the one glaring downfall of 1849 is the cafe situated on the lower level of the building. On weekend nights the music b...

Old Fire Station Backpackers, Fremantle
Old Fire Station BackpackersWork Available

Fremantle, Australia

7.6

"…There is a great atmosphere in the hostel with lots of friendly people. I stayed in the fifteen-bed Pleasuredome dorm -- might sound a nightmare but so many of the guests there were such a good laug...

Samurai Beach Bungalows - Port Stephens YHA, Port Stephens
Samurai Beach Bungalows - Port Stephens YHAWork Available

Port Stephens, Australia

9.4

"…If arriving by train, there are also connections with the coach service at Newcastle coach/train station. A discount on the Port Stephens coaches is also given to all backpackers staying at Samurai...

Woolshed Eco Lodge, Hervey Bay
Woolshed Eco LodgeWork Available

Hervey Bay, Australia

8.2

"…Rooms are lovely and very clean. More like being in a hotel than a youth hostel! Great common room and well equipped kitchen. Owners are very friendly and go out of their way to help you. Nicest pla...

Around The World Backpackers, Christchurch
Around The World BackpackersWork Available

Christchurch, New Zealand

7.7

"…The big cosy tent in the garden makes up for the lack of space in the kitchen. In winter it is quiet anyway and so the kitchen is not a problem. There is a barbecue in the garden for those great kiw...

Hugo & Carters Backpackers & Motel, Tauranga
Hugo & Carters Backpackers & MotelWork Available

Tauranga, New Zealand

7.3

"…And supermarkets are within walking distance as well. On my way back, I will definitely stay there again! Warm, friendly, and beautiful surroundings - Very well run by a lovely young couple. I could...

YHA Nelson
YHA NelsonWork Available

Nelson, New Zealand

8.8

"…Everything is very clean. The dining rooms are really big and there is even a place outside with more tables and hammocks, so if the day is nice you can have a great lunch in the garden. The TV room...

LKNZ Backpackers, Ohakune
LKNZ BackpackersWork Available

Ohakune, New Zealand

8.2

"…Heating is always on so its very cozy, but the best part was the powerful hot shower (very much needed after a day on mt ruapehu!). Worst Hostel I have stayed at - Very bad experience staying here....

YHA Waitomo Juno Hall, Waitomo
YHA Waitomo Juno HallWork Available

Waitomo, New Zealand

9.1

"…Really great, Rebbeca Juno loved it and I loved the dog Lydia. I stayed here in 1994 and 2001. Lovely location opposite the Waitomo Caves office, surrounded by farm animals and verdant hills. The...

Bazil's Backpackers BBH Hostel & Surf School, Westport
Bazil's Backpackers BBH Hostel & Surf SchoolWork Available

Westport, New Zealand

8.1

"…Great stay, lovely and clean. Met interesting people. - Close to everything, Great shower, Good management, interesting people. Great Kiwi Hostel Lives - After traveling around NZ for a few months I...

Nomads Capital Backpackers, Wellington
Nomads Capital BackpackersWork Available

Wellington, New Zealand

7.9

"…You can even change the temperature of your room, but be warned -- the vent is right next to the top bunk and if your roommate does not want to be overwhelmed by heat, you’d better have extra blank...

The Bug Backpackers, Nelson
The Bug BackpackersWork Available

Nelson, New Zealand

7.7

"…Located on the outskirts of town, this is a quiet hostel with a cool vibe. With a free pick-up service from town, you don't need to worry about hauling your bags if you are on public transportation....

Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers, New Plymouth
Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & BackpackersWork Available

New Plymouth, New Zealand

8.8

"…If you are nice to the Intercity driver he may even drop you outside the hostel on his way out of town. The hostel kitchen has every appliance under the sun, from toasters, kettles, sandwich make...

City Backpackers HQ, Brisbane
City Backpackers HQWork Available

Brisbane, Australia

7.6

"…Summary Brisbane City Backpackers is definitely a hostel we would consider going back to again if we happen to visit the city another time. Sincerely, just for the views you get from the terrace...

Absoloot Hostel
Absoloot HostelWork Available

Queenstown, New Zealand

9.1

"…On quieter days, utilize our on-site Laundromat or unwind in our 24-hour lounge, equipped with gaming consoles, board games, and travel resources. Let our team assist you in maximizing your Queensto...

The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar
The Prince Albert Backpackers & BarWork Available

Nelson, New Zealand

8.6

"…The bar has a great courtyard where you can enjoy a discounted drink. There is another courtyard next to the dorms, with picnic tables and hammocks. Here you are allowed to drink your own alcohol...

Adelaide Backpackers & Travellers Inn, Adelaide
Adelaide Backpackers & Travellers InnWork Available

Adelaide, Australia

5.3

"The Adelaide Backpackers and Travellers Inn Motel, provide some of the best affordable hostel and motel style accommodation in Adelaide. Choose from dormitory rooms, apartments or ensuite private roo...

Office, front desk
Beachcomber Lodge & BackpackerWork Available

Kaitaia, New Zealand

7.8

"…Tours to Cape Reinga and 90 Mile Beach depart daily from the Lodge ($50) includes lunch and sand boards. Discover Beautiful beaches at Ahipara, Karikari Peninsula and Doubtless Bay. Check out ou...

The Pacific House Hostel, Sydney
The Pacific House HostelWork Available

Sydney, Australia

8.8

"…At Pacific House Hostel, we believe that luxury and affordability are compatible, that the historical and contemporary are excellent bedfellows. We believe that a traveller needs to feel secure, at...

May Rooms, Taipei
May RoomsWork Available

Taipei, Taiwan

8.2

"…8 Bed Mixed Dormitories-Shared Bathroom All rooms are air-conditioned, and come with free wireless, cable TV (private room), clean linens and towels, clothes hangers, and shower gel and shampoo (i...

Backpacker's Home, Jejudo
Backpacker's HomeWork Available

Jejudo, South Korea

9.4

"…Much is new and modern. All is clean, comfy and functional. Close to bus. Food street(s) very close by. Can't beat it, that's for sure." …"…Inside each room, we've got you covered with toothpaste, s...

Casa Perico, Rio Dulce
Casa PericoWork Available

Rio Dulce, Guatemala

9.1

"…There is one computer and you pay once for your whole stay. This means that you will probably be waiting for quite a while as there is no time limit. Everything runs on a tab system so be sure to br...

HI - Tupiza - Valle Hermoso Hostel, Tupiza
HI - Tupiza - Valle Hermoso HostelWork Available

Tupiza, Bolivia

7.7

"…Just don't try and get anything out at night. Alternatively you could just lock your room as the receptionists do try to make use of all the rooms and if they are not busy will put groups of friends...

Casa Perla, Puerto Montt
Casa PerlaWork Available

Puerto Montt, Chile

8.4

"Comfortable and quiet - small and creaky, but friendly, generous, and accommodating. A great place to rest up in Puerto Montt." …"…you will have no language barriers. We provide assistance with renta...

How to Find Hostel Jobs Using This Page

So you're looking for a hostel job? You're in the right place. This page lists hostels around the world that offer work opportunities—whether it's a few hours of help in exchange for a free bed, or something more long-term and paid.

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Scroll through the hostels listed here. If one catches your eye, click through to see more info. Contact the hostel directly using the info we provide.

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Disclaimer: Hostel job availability is based on information provided directly by hostels. Hostelz does not offer or facilitate any work or volunteer programs and is not responsible for arrangements made between travelers and hostels. For verified opportunities, refer to third-party platforms like Worldpackers.

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