Enjoy the opportunity to travel and find out the best places only locals visit in one of the most amazing provinces in Hoi An, Vietnam

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I manage a fun, friendly hostel, prime location near the old city in Hoi An. I'm looking for people that can hang out with our small team, enjoy lots of fun and still have time to sight-see and travel.

Our business is owned by a local Vietnamese couple, and we have an additional mix of 7 Vietnamese staff in various roles such as Reception, Housekeeping and Chef/Cook.

As part of the team, you would be required to work with my Vietnamese staff to help them communicate with our western customers, assist them in their daily reception duties and help in improving their English.

Other duties include generally helping out around the hostel, entertain guests, host games, or taking customers out at night. Your duties will not include serving food or drinks to paying guests. A great opportunity to meet people and make lifelong friends.
Types of help and learning opportunities
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Language practice
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You are only going to be fulfilled working with the Vietnamese staff and help them improve their English and having fun in the process. In-turn, have the opportunity to learn some Vietnamese, meet some amazing locals and be involved in the Hoi An community. Learn about Vietnamese culture, experience the most delicious cuisine the Quang Nam Province offers.
You will also meet travelers from around the world, enjoy the opportunity to increase your travel time and find out the best places only locals visit in one of the most amazing provinces in Vietnam.
Help
You would be required to work with the local Vietnamese staff, assist with any language barriers, help with practicing their English. Other duties include hosting games, entertaining guests, assisting the Vietnamese staff with general hostel and reception duties. Your duties will not include serving food or drinks to paying guests. We provide a laid-back, chilled environment, aim to show our guests the most memorable time in Hoi An.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Clean, comfortable dorm style rooms are provided during your stay with us. Rooms have an ensuite bathrooms,air conditioning and WiFi.
You will be provided with a cooked breakfast and lunch daily. Limited drinks are also included
What else ...
On your days off enjoy the sights of Hoi An. Only a short distance to beaches of Da Nang, ride the Hai Van pass, enjoy cooking classes, bamboo boat tours, sunset cruises, cycle around the city and local villages. Help out in a local school teaching kids English or just sit back and relax on the Thu Bon river. Don't be surprised if you don't want to leave Hoi An!
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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14/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Jorge) for host

I think this workaway is the best that i've done so far, and it will be hard to find a better one. The city is the most beatiful one in vietnam, with many turist. But the most inportant this is not the city, it is the hotel... Like you will feel that it is a hostel.

The work is easy: morning helping with the breakfast or evening, just being… read more

(Excellent )

05/02/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Michael & Ava)

It was great having Ava and Michael as a work away in our hotel. They are both very friendly and good at socializing with the guests. Any job that needed to be done was fine with them and they were always asking if they could help with anything else. I would recommend both of them as a work away!

(Excellent )

05/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Michael & Ava) for host

The work is really easy: making sure guests are enjoying themselves and are aware of local sights to see, and making a lot of Vietnamese-style coffee. We came here as a couple and they managed to organize our days off together so that we could go on day trips to enjoy the surrounding cities (and a lot of beach days). We really made a connection… read more

(Very good )

07/01/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Aman)

Aman is a great person to have as a volunteer. He really got to learn the job and was very good at socializing and making the guests feel at home. Because he really explored the area himself, he could give out great recommendations to us and our guests. Thank you so much for staying with us. I would definitely recommend Aman as a volunteer in any… read more

(Excellent )

29/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Aman) for host

I had an amazing 4 weeks volunteering . The staff welcome you with open arms and treat you like family.
The other volunteers, Danielle and Kevin, treat you and train you very well and you know what to do from Day 1

This was only my second workaway and I feel blessed to have found such a cool gig, to allow me to rest for a bit and make great… read more

(Excellent )

15/12/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Craig)

Craig was an amazing volunteer! It was great to see him walk in and first explore and then to see him grow every day. He was very good in socializing with our guests and every night (even if he was not working) started up a party and got everyone involved. The fact that he really liked it, you could see because he was always around. I have nothing… read more

(Excellent )

11/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Craig) for host

Where to even begin...
For me, this has been one of the most amazing experiences of my trip to Vietnam. At first I wasn't sure how I was going to be (as this was the first time that I worked in a hostel) but the working environment is exceptional. Best of all, no one ever feels left out (everyone is included in any of the activities or outings).… read more

(Excellent )

11/12/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Isobel)

Isobel was a great volunteer to have around. She did what was asked of her and was a great help. She is very sociable and that is what we need in the hostel. I would definitely recommend any other host to take her on. Thank you.

(Excellent )

04/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Isobel) for host

This was my first workaway and such a great experience. The staff, European and Vietnamese, are all really friendly and welcoming, and the work is not hard. There are normally 4 volunteers so it's a great social environment and there is always someone to help out. You work either the morning or evening shift, and the main role is to socialise with… read more

(Excellent )

29/10/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Ian)

Ian was suppose to stay for 3 weeks but really helped us out by extending his stay to a month.
He is great with socializing with the guests and is always in a good mood. Even when he was not working, he would still hang out with the other staff to keep them company and help them out. For us Ian was a great value and I would definitely recommend to… read more

(Excellent )

27/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Ian) for host

I had such an amazing time volunteering here! The management was great, staff were nice, and the accomodation was perfect. I had been looking for a place to settle down for a bit and I just couldn't leave! I ended up extending my stay by over a week. It's an easy job and has a laid back vibe. A bit more drinking than I anticipated but it was… read more

(Excellent )

17/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Bettina)

Betti did an amazing job with us. It is a great person to have around the hotel and is always very energetic. She is good at what she does and very good at communicating with the guests. Outside her working hours she would still hang out at the hotel and help out or just enjoy the social vibe. That for us is a very good extra point. We all loved… read more

(Excellent )

14/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Bettina) for host

My time at the Hotel was nothing but great. The staff there greeted me with open arms on arrival and it felt like I had become part of a family by the time I left.
The work isn't very hard and consisted of easy tasks. There was plenty of free time to go around and explore or just enjoy a beach day.
We got a hearty staff lunch every day from the… read more

(Excellent )

17/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriel)

Gabriel is an amazing host and was a great value to our team. Working in hospitality is definitely his passion and he is very good at it. Besides doing his job, he also took the guests out to the beach and the old town after working hours. Thank you for the great times from all of us and hope to see you back soon.

(Excellent )

16/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Gabriel) for host

I'll treasure forever my time volunteering in Hoi An. I met extraordinary people during my three weeks here; volunteers, local staff and guests. It was definitely hard to leave when you're in a place that feels like home.
The daily tasks were simple and enjoyable, basically assisting and help local staff to interact with guests, be social and… read more

(Excellent )

14/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Anna )

Anna was a great Volunteer to have. When she is on duty she really gives it her all. Very friendly to the guests and the staff. Great to have around. She ended up staying longer then planned. Thank you for all the help!

(Excellent )

13/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Anna ) for host

Great Workaway! I really enjoyed my stay in Hoi An and ended up staying three weeks. The work is easy, either morning or evening shifts and two days off a week. You've got plenty of time to explore the area (you even get discounts on tours, motorbikes and buses!) or just use your free time to relax on the beach. It's a lot of fun sitting together… read more

(Excellent )

08/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca & Stephanie)

Becky was a great volunteer to have in our team. She is very sociable with the guests and the staff. She understands her responsibilities and can work on her own really fast. She came back to our hostel a couple of times in between her travels and every time we loved to have her back. All in all great workaway.

(Excellent )

28/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Rebecca & Stephanie) for host

Had an amazing time working and staying with the team - so much that i left and came back 3 times! The hostel has a great social atmosphere and its a good place to meet lots of people from all around the world. You are very well looked after here and treated like family by all the staff, I will miss everyone. I was very sad to leave and can highly… read more

(Excellent )

16/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Niels & Grietje)

Griet and Niels were both great additions to our team. By their own admission, not big drinkers/partiers, but we need people who can be relied upon to keep things running smoothly and also keep our guests happy. There was never any issue with the tasks, and it was good to have fresh pair of eyes on issues that had previously gone un-noticed. It… read more

(Excellent )

15/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Niels & Grietje) for host

Very nice Workaway! The morning shift is from 7-12 and the evening shift from 5-10, so you have plenty of time to discover Hoi An. Tasks are fairly easy as well and include preparing/serving breakfast, checking rooms, stocking the fridge and most importantly having a drink with the guests at night and ensure they are having a good time.

Great… read more

(Excellent )

16/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Andrea & Carlos )

Andrea and Carlos were both polite, conscientious volunteers who did all of the tasks to the best of their ability. They interacted well with our local and western staff, always made an effort with our guests and could be relied to get on with the tasks in hand. Their two week stay was very good and I would happily have them come back in the… read more

(Excellent )

15/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Andrea & Carlos ) for host

This was our first Workaway experience and it was really great! The hostel has a laid back atmosphere and the work was fun and easy-- either serving breakfast in the morning or socializing/playing cards/serving drinks to guests in the evening. I absolutely loved helping the Vietnamese chef prepare lunch. She doesn't speak much English, but we… read more

(Excellent )

16/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Ella & Isaac)

Ella & Isaac both did an excellent job hosting with us. They made our guests feel relaxed, at home but also kept things nice and sociable. They also worked well with our local staff, providing support, helping out and always laughing! I would welcome them both back if ever they are passing through the town of Lanterns

(Excellent )

03/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Ella & Isaac) for host

This is a great workaway! We stayed for nearly 3 weeks in Hoi An, all the staff are lovely and the shifts are 5 hours, 5 times a week. Morning shift is serving breakfast and helping around the hotel, as well as speaking to guests and clearing breakfast. Evening shift is socialising with guests and serving drinks etc. There’s a check list of what… read more

(Excellent )

18/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Maria)

Maria was a great addition to our team, she was well liked by staff and guests. She quickly understood the volunteering tasks and could be easily left to use her own initiative, often arranging trips and tours with the guests and keeping everyone entertained with her card playing skills...! She is welcome back any time :)

(Excellent )

09/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host

I had such a great time volunteering in this place... after a few days I was already feeling at home!
I spent one month and I love it. The work is really easy... you can also work in the morning or evening shifts but both of it is mostly make sure that the guests are having a good time! You’ll meet lots of nice people make some good friends and… read more

(Excellent )

09/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Natalia)

Natalia was a great team member, being well liked by guests and team members alike. She worked hard and even arranged outings and events for guests to keep them happy. She took a short break but came back to our hostel and completed another week of volunteering before continuing on her travels.

I would welcome her back in the future!

(Excellent )

01/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Natalia) for host

I loved the energy of this place since a put a foot in it. After few months travelling, is awesome to find a place were you feel like at home.
I was there 1 month in total, nice room to share with your workawayer buddies (awesome beds actually), really chill job, nice breakfast and amazing lunch cooked by the vietnamese cook.
The vietnamese staff… read more

(Excellent )

09/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Jack & Luke)

Luke and Jake were both conscientious and sociable members of the team. From the outset, they worked hard, following our basic jobs checklists, but also creating a nice atmosphere with our guests, many of whom extended their stay due to their hospitality, even generating new bookings!

Both were easy to get on with, gelled well with the rest of… read more

(Excellent )

09/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Jack & Luke) for host

Jack and I did a two week stay across the Tet period when the place was really busy, and it still didn’t feel like we were working! 5 hours a day serving breakfast or serving guests drinks, whilst drinking and chatting with the guests (with a bit of the standard cleaning at the start and end of each shift).

It was our first Workaway and we… read more

(Excellent )

12/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)

Lottie was one of our 'longest serving' volunteers! She was extremely good at interacting with guests, by always remembering their names, details about them etc which led to a very sociable, positive atmosphere. Lottie carried out our daily shift tasks with ease and gelled well with the other staff and volunteers alike, often organizing events and… read more

(Excellent )

10/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host

I love this place!!! I was only planning on staying here for 2 weeks and ended up staying for 3 months! The staff are all amazing! (Even Van) ;) Chris and Emily are both God sends and I'll miss them both dearly. The work is straight forward and the shifts are a blessing. I pretty much loved every second I spent here, and leaving was incredibly… read more

(Excellent )

30/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (John & Laura) for host

We stayed 2 weeks helping out here and we loved it! We've done a few workaways and this one has definitely been the most laid back and fun. Chris was a great host, he was always able to answer any questions we had and gave us support whenever we needed it. The work itself was split into either a morning or evening shift, both were very easy and… read more

(Excellent )

03/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Alina) for host

This was my first workaway experience and a really pleasant one. I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone, the work is fairly easy, mainly interacting with guests, and you get plenty of time to explore beautiful Hoi An as well as days off to do some activities. The Vietnamese staff, along with Chris and Emily, are super lovely and helpful… read more

(Excellent )

05/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (aydin) for host

I had a really great time being a photographer! Chris was very responsive, clear, and concise about what he needed photographed. Having direction really made my job easier; I was still given creative leeway to take the photos how I wanted. Every member of staff was super friendly so it was nice to get to know everyone. The breakfast is amazing!!… read more

(Excellent )

03/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (aydin)

Aydin was our first 'non-host' volunteer, as his main role was to take and edit new photos for our hostel. His work ethic and skills are of a very high standard. We devised a list of tasks and he worked well to the guidelines, also using his own creative flair.

Whilst staying at the hostel, he also interacted well with the other hosting… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Melissa) for host

I volunteered here for 3 weeks when I only planned on staying for 2! Hoi An is an obviously beautiful city but there is a lot of hidden charm that tourists who only come for a day or two miss out on.

The staff and other volunteers at this hotel made me feel like I was part of a family. The managers were easy going and always available to answer… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Melissa)

Melissa was a great part of the team. She was conscientious, good at socialising with guests and assisting them, and also worked well with out Vietnamese staff, especially with teaching them English skills. I would have no problem in recommending her and would welcome her back to Hoi An at any time!

(Excellent )

30/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)

Jack was part of our team for about one month, he carried out all the required tasks with ease and gelled well with the other staff members and guests alike. We try and promote a sociable atmosphere at the hostel, and Jack made a conscious effort to help out as much as possible, chatting with guests and leading tours outside of the hostel - all… read more

(Excellent )

30/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jack) for host

This is a truly a great place to volunteer at, I was there for a month and could easily have stayed longer. Chris and Emily make things very easy with advice on the area and the Vietnamese staff are very friendly and helpful.
The accommodation itself is great (pretty much a double bed to yourself) and the work is straightforward.
The breakfast and… read more

(Excellent )

19/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Xiaoyue) for host

The staff in the guesthouse are really nice and warm hearted. Chris and Emily are really considerate and understanding and they manage the guesthouse pretty well,which makes it a lot easier for volunteers to take over the work there. Thanks to their kindness, I felt at home while staying there. Nguyen is really helpful and warm hearted. I couldn't… read more

(Excellent )

16/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Benjamin & Koren)

Ben & Koren made ideal hosts for our sociable hostel, their interaction with the guests was just the right level that we wanted - not too shy but not too over the top! They did a wide array of jobs, from hosting, organising tours and dealing with guests issues and concerns. They could be trusted to work under their own initiative, or follow… read more

(Excellent )

03/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Benjamin & Koren) for host

We stayed here for one month and had a brilliant time. Hoi An itself is a truly beautiful city and the hotel is located only a 5 minute walk away from the stunning old town, the bars and lots of pretty little cafes.

Chris and Emily who manage the hotel are both very welcoming and went above and beyond in making us feel welcome and comfortable… read more

(Excellent )

12/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (astha & ATISHAY) for host

Our experience with this place has been really amazing. We stayed for 2 weeks & really wanted to stay for more :)

work - The job was easy & interesting, talked with guests, solved their problem during the stay. we have met a lot of people during our stay & it was amazing.

Accommodation - The room was clean and has Air Con too, those are not… read more

(Excellent )

25/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Robin & Mickaël ) for host

We almost didn't want to leave anymore, because after staying 4 weeks at the hostel it felt like we where one big family!
The room we stayed in was nice and we shared it with one other volunteer. It was a dorm room, but it had only four (proper) beds. The tasks where easy. Helping with breakfast, making the guest feel welcome and at home, helping… read more

(Excellent )

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