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We pay minimum hourly rate for all hours worked
We are a new hostel Killarney, Co Kerry Ireland. The hostel is based close to the town center and next to the Killarney national park. We have a large garden where we keep chickens ducks and grow our own veggies. The hostel. We are backpackers and like to meet fellow backpackers and swap stories about overseas adventures. We love outdoor adventures and encourage our guests to be active. There is no TV in the hostel only a warm open fire.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
There are millions of things to do in Killarney. Our back garden is the national park. 26,000 hectars of protected green including The three lakes of Killarney, Torc waterfall, some Oak forest which date back to the ice age. We will show you the sites on your days off and encourage you to take our bikes and explore the area. We can also arrange adventure tours for you including kayaking on the lakes, surfing at inch beach, the ring of kerry, tour of Dingle peninsula climb the highest mountain in Ireland and much much more. You can also explore the world famous Ross castle, muckross house and Killarney House. The night life is also good here. We normally take our guests and staff to the local pubs at least once a week to listen to live Irish music and enjoy vibrant atmosphere Killarney offers year around. We can teach you a lot about the history of Ireland and Killarney. We have several books in our library which you will be free to borrow and read while you stay with us. We keep ducks and chickens and grow our own veggies and we will endeavoUr to teach you all we know about growing in the Irish climate. Bob, our dog, has backpacked through over 50 countries and enjoys swapping stories/theories with like minded,open minded, travellers.
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
We require someone for to help around the hostel with looking after reception, interacting with guests to cleaning the hostel and helping us in the garden. We will try vary the help that you do as much as possible so you can see and learn as much as possible whilst having fun here.
We offer a minimum wage for all hours worked.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
Small private bedroom with single bed (access will be through a dorm room) or staff dorm.
What else ...
We are looking for a high energy, positive, independent person who respects them selves and others. We try to help our guests whenever possible and would expect our helpers to do the same.
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
Host ref number: 233613367913
Feedback (28)
6 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra & Thomas) for host
honestly an incredible place to volunteer. I stayed for a month and leaving felt very wrong!
Kevin is great, the longer term staff were all awesome I felt at home instantly :) the hostel literally has killarney national park as its garden so it was an absolutely wonderful time 🥰 thank you everyone for having me!!!
Kevin is great, the longer term staff were all awesome I felt at home instantly :) the hostel literally has killarney national park as its garden so it was an absolutely wonderful time 🥰 thank you everyone for having me!!!
29 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Christoph ) for host
Working here was the highlight during my travels in Ireland.
The hostel is just an amazing place to be. Located in the heart of Killarney, near pubs and shops and just a 2 minutes walk (literally) to Killarney National Park. The work is easy going (making the beds after checkout, laundry, general cleaning from 10:30 to 15:00) and you get to know… read more
The hostel is just an amazing place to be. Located in the heart of Killarney, near pubs and shops and just a 2 minutes walk (literally) to Killarney National Park. The work is easy going (making the beds after checkout, laundry, general cleaning from 10:30 to 15:00) and you get to know… read more
21 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tiffany)
AMAZING X 1000000.
Tiffany is a superstar in tiny form. Always happy and smilie she proved to be a great asset for the team. Her smile always made me smile.
She has a positive attitude towards work and is proactive when needs be.
Words won't do her justice so if you're thinking of hosting her then think no more JUST DO IT.
Tiffany is a superstar in tiny form. Always happy and smilie she proved to be a great asset for the team. Her smile always made me smile.
She has a positive attitude towards work and is proactive when needs be.
Words won't do her justice so if you're thinking of hosting her then think no more JUST DO IT.
(Excellent
)
13 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tiffany) for host
I think that this feedback won't be enough to express my feelings and my experience in Killarney with the Team.
I spent 2 entire months in the town, working as a workawayer, being part of the staff. Those two months were amazing, I had an incredible personal and profesionnal experience (even if the work was basically to clean the hostel with… read more
I spent 2 entire months in the town, working as a workawayer, being part of the staff. Those two months were amazing, I had an incredible personal and profesionnal experience (even if the work was basically to clean the hostel with… read more
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6 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra & Thomas) for host
honestly an incredible place to volunteer. I stayed for a month and leaving felt very wrong!
Kevin is great, the longer term staff were all awesome I felt at home instantly :) the hostel literally has killarney national park as its garden so it was an absolutely wonderful time 🥰 thank you everyone for having me!!!
Kevin is great, the longer term staff were all awesome I felt at home instantly :) the hostel literally has killarney national park as its garden so it was an absolutely wonderful time 🥰 thank you everyone for having me!!!
29 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Christoph ) for host
Working here was the highlight during my travels in Ireland.
The hostel is just an amazing place to be. Located in the heart of Killarney, near pubs and shops and just a 2 minutes walk (literally) to Killarney National Park. The work is easy going (making the beds after checkout, laundry, general cleaning from 10:30 to 15:00) and you get to know… read more
The hostel is just an amazing place to be. Located in the heart of Killarney, near pubs and shops and just a 2 minutes walk (literally) to Killarney National Park. The work is easy going (making the beds after checkout, laundry, general cleaning from 10:30 to 15:00) and you get to know… read more
21 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tiffany)
AMAZING X 1000000.
Tiffany is a superstar in tiny form. Always happy and smilie she proved to be a great asset for the team. Her smile always made me smile.
She has a positive attitude towards work and is proactive when needs be.
Words won't do her justice so if you're thinking of hosting her then think no more JUST DO IT.
Tiffany is a superstar in tiny form. Always happy and smilie she proved to be a great asset for the team. Her smile always made me smile.
She has a positive attitude towards work and is proactive when needs be.
Words won't do her justice so if you're thinking of hosting her then think no more JUST DO IT.
(Excellent)
13 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tiffany) for host
I think that this feedback won't be enough to express my feelings and my experience in Killarney with the Team.
I spent 2 entire months in the town, working as a workawayer, being part of the staff. Those two months were amazing, I had an incredible personal and profesionnal experience (even if the work was basically to clean the hostel with… read more
I spent 2 entire months in the town, working as a workawayer, being part of the staff. Those two months were amazing, I had an incredible personal and profesionnal experience (even if the work was basically to clean the hostel with… read more
27 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Tristan) for host
I originally only wanted to stay for a month but ended up volunteering at this lovely, quaint hostel for 6 weeks. The international staff were friendly, welcoming and showed me right away how things need to be done. The communication was fluent, the jobs that needed to be done were clear and the work itself was very appropriate. Doing the… read more
6 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
I only spent 10 days at the hostel because I had to leave earlier than planned :( but it was a brilliant experience! Kev and the whole hostel team are such warm, welcoming and kind people. The dogs Bob and Lou rule the hostel and my heart burst with joy when Lou got excited to see me after a week. The hostel is only a 5 minute walk to the national… read more
8 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Vincent) for host
I spent 3 weeks at the hostel. It was a very good introduction to Ireland for me. Apart from the shifts, we also cooked in turns for each others, so I had the possibility to experiment some cooking and try new things. Food bought for staff members is in huge quantity, you won't starve there. You also benefit from a private room and this is quite… read more
1 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
Oh... How do I even begin to review you. I'm not sure how I was chosen or how everything aligned so perfectly, but I'm grateful it did.
This project exists in a peculiar space and time, don't ask me to define. The park being across the street is icing on the cake.... And there's a lot of cake.
Life long relationships were made, puppies snuggled… read more
This project exists in a peculiar space and time, don't ask me to define. The park being across the street is icing on the cake.... And there's a lot of cake.
Life long relationships were made, puppies snuggled… read more
29 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Cláudia) for host
This place is everything a workaway experience should be!
The people are great, Bob and Lou (the dogs) are the stars of the place and is really close to Killarney National Park which is like a fairy tale dream!
I felt at home since the first day. There's a big community feeling, everyone helps each other, the washing of the dishes for example is… read more
The people are great, Bob and Lou (the dogs) are the stars of the place and is really close to Killarney National Park which is like a fairy tale dream!
I felt at home since the first day. There's a big community feeling, everyone helps each other, the washing of the dishes for example is… read more
5 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Michelle ) for host
I spent 2 months at the hostel (December-February, sorry for the delayed feedback :blush:) and it was a great experience! The work was mostly doing bed changeover, cleaning the bathrooms, laundry and some deep cleaning tasks. Easy enough work which went by fast with the great team that was there. Cooking the staff meals for lunch and dinner was… read more
31 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Amanda)
Amanda is great. Always with a smile on her face she's up for doing any task. She gave me lots of great tips and hints about my website and marketing. Also she kept her talent at art secret until near the end. Hard working and fits in easily. Always welcome back.
(Excellent)
25 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Amanda) for host
This was my first workaway and it couldn’t have been more perfect. This hostel is the best one I’ve ever experienced. Everyone is incredible and it felt like a home away from home.
I stayed just over a month doing housekeeping, providing recommendations for the website, and made some wooden signs for around the hostel. The community meals every… read more
I stayed just over a month doing housekeeping, providing recommendations for the website, and made some wooden signs for around the hostel. The community meals every… read more
21 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Burke) for host
Perfect workaway experience. Did cleaning, cooking, and painted a few murals in the hostel. It’s a great community environment. Left the hostel with great memories and an Irish man’s name in a hot dog on my ass.
21 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Burke)
Burke was great. Good fun, relaxed and always willing to work hard. A very talented artist, he painted signs and murals in the hostel. Welcome back any time.
(Excellent)
5 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Dominique) for host
A huge thank you to Kev and everyone that works at or volunteered at the hostel during my stay, it always felt like having a little family. I came to stay 3 weeks and ended up staying half a year; it's a hard place to leave!
The hostel is beautiful and well loved, comfortable places to relax if you want to stay in and an amazing national park 5… read more
The hostel is beautiful and well loved, comfortable places to relax if you want to stay in and an amazing national park 5… read more
4 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Dominique)
LEGEND!!! I can't speak highly enough about Dominique, Dom. Dom initially came for a few weeks to help us open a cafe, and has ended up staying for over six months. Dom always has a smile on her face, has a can-do attitude, great no work ethic and is really great at dealing with people, both co workers and customers. She is more than willing to… read more
(Excellent)
9 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (LBMORAND)
Luiz... Great heart, kind person. Inexperience in this field but took direction well and always finished what he started. Nice to have around and became very good at making cakes. Would be welcome back again
(Excellent)
19 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (LBMORAND) for host
I volunteered at the hostel for 6 weeks and it was an amazing experience. Working hours are as advertised and nobody asked me to do any other extra work, the food is good and we always cooked for each other and ate together which was a good learning experience for me. The dogs Bob and Lou are awsome. I already miss them a lot. The hostel is… read more
7 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
OUTSTANDING!!!
Nina spent about a month at the hostel and we enjoyed every minute with her. Always with a positive attitude and smile there was no tasks which she didn't over perform at. She has a great work ethic and great outlook on life.
She cooked well, spent some time in the garden, cleaned rooms and at times looked after general… read more
Nina spent about a month at the hostel and we enjoyed every minute with her. Always with a positive attitude and smile there was no tasks which she didn't over perform at. She has a great work ethic and great outlook on life.
She cooked well, spent some time in the garden, cleaned rooms and at times looked after general… read more
(Excellent)
14 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Nina) for host
My last workaway in Ireland, and definitely my best experience!
This hostel is by far the loveliest I’ve ever stayed, modern, cute decorations everywhere, the garden, the dogs and, above all, the extremely welcoming and positive atmosphere among the staff as well as among the guests.
We got a roster for every week, my tasks varied from making… read more
This hostel is by far the loveliest I’ve ever stayed, modern, cute decorations everywhere, the garden, the dogs and, above all, the extremely welcoming and positive atmosphere among the staff as well as among the guests.
We got a roster for every week, my tasks varied from making… read more
18 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Ignacio)
Outstanding!!!! Nacho stayed and worked with us in the hostel for nearly three months. During this time he undertook a wide variety of tasks including gardening, cleaning, reception, baking "nachos bread" and cooking. He has a great work ethic and isn't afraid to get his hands dirty. He was thorough and diligent in every task. He was a joy to have… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ignacio) for host
This place is amazing!
I spend more thanks 3 months here.
I had a really good experience at the Hostel, wich is the best one I've ever stayed.
The Hostel is modern, cozy and it's located close to the National Park.
The work is easy, make beds, clean toilets and showers, laundry, gardening and basically keep the Hostel beautiful. Everything is… read more
I spend more thanks 3 months here.
I had a really good experience at the Hostel, wich is the best one I've ever stayed.
The Hostel is modern, cozy and it's located close to the National Park.
The work is easy, make beds, clean toilets and showers, laundry, gardening and basically keep the Hostel beautiful. Everything is… read more
6 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alvaro & Giuliana ) for host
Our experience here was very special.
The work was always very organized and clear, tasks of reception, cleaning of rooms and spaces.
Simpre is getting to know people and always some funny, funny and interesting story.
A very nice group was formed We all cooked and enjoyed delicious meals and wine nights and talks.
We knew killarney from the hand… read more
The work was always very organized and clear, tasks of reception, cleaning of rooms and spaces.
Simpre is getting to know people and always some funny, funny and interesting story.
A very nice group was formed We all cooked and enjoyed delicious meals and wine nights and talks.
We knew killarney from the hand… read more
1 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia & Eva)
We can't speak highly enough about Eva and Julia's time here in the hostel. From the very first day I was taken aback by their work ethic and attitude. They both jumped straight in with great enthusiasm and followed-through with productivity and attention to detail which will be hard to match. They're both marvellous cooks and helped wonderfully… read more
(Excellent)
17 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Julia & Eva) for host
Words cannot quite explain how much we enjoyed our stay at this amazing hostel! We stayed there for one month and found a new familiy. The work was great, always well organized and explained and never too much. We gained the famous "sheep kilo" because the food was delicious and we had always a "gwall" of it. The people there are so amazing and we… read more
28 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host
Well.. it’s time to leave a feedback for this amazing hostel. I spend 3 weeks here, enough to know it’s a special place where you feel so hhhhappy but finally not enough. I really enjoyed my time here. It’s a cosy and welcoming hostel that has a great location, in the city centre of Killarney and close to the wonderful national park.
I met such… read more
I met such… read more
23 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Finn)
Finn is a top bloke. So the fella can clean and do all the regular work that you would expect done in a hostel and he did it well. But I think the true credit due here is due to his sound personality and his amazing talent in the kitchen, on the guitar, through his voice and in his cool, calm and collected vibe that he carries with him at all… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Finn) for host
This is probably the best hostel in Ireland. I have volunteered in several hostels before and I have to say that this is about a good a deal and environment as you could hope for in a workaway. There aren't many places where you have the benefit of being right next to a National Park while also being in a lively town that delivers excellent craic… read more
16 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (William)
Will describes himself as a fair, easygoing person who likes to have a laugh with experience in horticulture and building etc. He certainly is all he has claimed to be an much more. We here at the Hostel benefited greatly from Will's skills and abilities in the garden, in the kitchen, with guests and with people and tasks in general and he has… read more
(Excellent)
27 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Eleonora)
Eleonora spent 8 months volunteering at our hostel. She was outstanding in everything she did here, and she did everything here from checkings to helping with the accounting. Very professional with all the guests. Very caring with the other staff & volunteers. Very interested the general upkeep of the hostel. Very social on and fun on nights out,… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Martina)
AMAZING!!! Martinha volunteered at the hostel for 5 months. She proved to be an amazing asset. She speaks several languages so is perfect for the hostel environment. She cares deeply about her work and has a great work ethic. She is great fun to be around and always happy. We can't wait to have her back again later this year.
(Excellent)
2 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Daniela) for host
I spent two awesome weeks volunteering in the hostel. Work was never to hard and I can't complain about a single thing how the hostel is run. Everything's so well organized! The atmosphere in the hostel was always lovely and the craic with the other staff was just the best. It's also the perfect starting point to explore the nearby national park,… read more
30 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Marie Claire) for host
It was my first workaway and really spontaneous.
I texted John at the 17th. of December and started at the next day.
First of all I was supposed to stay for a week and ended up spending 3 month here. The Hostel is the most beautiful Hostel I've ever seen, the Team is grand and like a family and the guest which are staying in the hostel are… read more
I texted John at the 17th. of December and started at the next day.
First of all I was supposed to stay for a week and ended up spending 3 month here. The Hostel is the most beautiful Hostel I've ever seen, the Team is grand and like a family and the guest which are staying in the hostel are… read more
6 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Cheryl) for host
I spent two weeks volunteering back in December and had a phenomenal time! The location is perfect- Ideal for exploring Killarney National park and the Ring of Kerry, and you also have access to all the shops, pubs and transport in Killarney. I found the work pleasant and well organized, and John (who was managing while I was there) was awesome… read more
11 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
This was my second Workaway experience and I'm pretty satisfied with it! I've spent two weeks in September in this hostel and I'm very happy to have found it. The work is sometimes tough but easy to learn and easy to do. Mostly is cleaning the hostel (rooms, bathrooms and common area), changing sheets, folding sheets, taking care of the laundry,… read more
12 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Solveig)
D best French person in the world. Solveig is amazing ,talented on many fronts. She's a hard worker always prepared to go above and beyond what's asked of her. She can cook and she is great in the garden and at walking dogs. She interacted well with the guests, fellow workawayers and I'd now consider her a good friend. She is also very… read more
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Solveig) for host
One month here or how I spent one the happiest time of my life. Everything was amazing : the beautiful hostel and garden, the wonderful national parc where there are so many things to do, all the nights out finishing with chips, all the delicious meals shared together, Ruby!! ... Above all what I will always remember are the people, starting with… read more
12 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Claudia)
What can I say about CLAUDIA. Volunteer of the millennium. Claudia always went over and above to ensure the work was done to the highest standards. She was great in the garden, kitchen and at general hostel cleaning duties. As well as this she is a great person to hang out with after work, everyone at the hostel enjoyed her company and she still… read more
(Excellent)
12 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Claudia) for host
It was my first experience as a workawayer and it was amazing. I spent one month at the hostel and I had a great time with Kevin and the other workawayers! They were my international family.
I worked around five hours a day, 5 days a week, changing beds, cleaning and taking care of the garden and the chickens.
The hostel itself is beautiful,… read more
I worked around five hours a day, 5 days a week, changing beds, cleaning and taking care of the garden and the chickens.
The hostel itself is beautiful,… read more
16 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Joanna)
Jo was amazing. Always willing to do more than what was expected. She is hardworking, smart and good fun. She always chatted to the other guests. During her time off she kept busy around Killarney and was always up for an adventure. Always welcome back Jo!!
(Excellent)
6 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Joanna) for host
This was my first workaway experience and I get the feeling it will be hard to beat. Jana and Kevin were wonderful to work for. The work was good: mostly cleaning, checking in guests and helping with the garden. The hostel has a great atmosphere. It was fun to hang out with the other workaways and meet the people staying in the hostel. My favorite… read more
6 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Carole_B)
Carole was just amazing. Always smiling and happy and willing to do whatever needed to be done. Always did going over and above with out even being asked. We truely thank you for your efforts and hope to see you back next march. ;)
(Excellent)
5 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Carole_B) for host
I stayed in this hostel for a bit more than 3 weeks and it was very hard to leave again. I really had an amazing time there!
Jana and Kevin are very kind and welcoming people, and I really liked their company as well as the company of the other workawayers.
The work wasn't too difficult: making beds, cleaning and sometimes looking after the… read more
Jana and Kevin are very kind and welcoming people, and I really liked their company as well as the company of the other workawayers.
The work wasn't too difficult: making beds, cleaning and sometimes looking after the… read more
25 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Marion)
Marion was great. Always happy, adventurous and active. A good volunteer and good cook. We hope to see her again soon
(Excellent)
25 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Marion) for host
Amazing first experience in Workaway ! That'll be hard to do better after this.
I spent an excellent moment with Kevin and Jana, The dog Ruby, the chickens, ducks, and the others helpers ! They live in a peaceful and lovely hostel, the best where I could stay !
I recomand it to anyone who want to meet people from all over the world, learn… read more
I spent an excellent moment with Kevin and Jana, The dog Ruby, the chickens, ducks, and the others helpers ! They live in a peaceful and lovely hostel, the best where I could stay !
I recomand it to anyone who want to meet people from all over the world, learn… read more
