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*️️️️️️️️Accepting volunteers
Hello!
My name is Miri. For the last 4 years I have run a Hostel in the Gorica neighborhood of Berat.
Our Hostel is a family run business. My father helps out with gardening and general maintenance, and my mother helps out with cleaning.
Before I became an hostel owner I worked in other hostels for years, together with volunteers. Which I have previously managed, so I really appreciate what volunteers can provide.
During your stay you can join on one of the Tours I provide as well.
I am looking forward to meeting new people and cultures and practice my language skills ;-)Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Gardening
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Our hostel is located in the heart of the Gorica neighborhood of Berat, Albania. Known as the "Town of a Thousand Windows" and as the "Museum City," Berat is a designated UNESCO World Heritage site, as well as the ninth-largest city in Albania. Located near the base of beautiful Mt. Tomorri, Berat has become one of the most visited tourist attractions in Albania.
In their free time, volunteers will have the opportunity to discover the city of Berat, including visiting the famous Castle and exploring the old-town Mangalem and Gorica neighborhoods. Volunteers will also have an opportunity to take tours of the region and interact with guests from around the world. Once volunteers learn the region, they will have an opportunity to run/launch tours such as rafting in Corovoda, exploring the waterfalls of Bogove, and hiking nearby mountains and hiking trails. Volunteers with have the opportunity to keep any tips they may earn.Help
Volunteers will be required to help as needed with reception, check-in/check out, general concierge, light cleaning and housekeeping. Of course, we may need you to help with other jobs so we need people to be willing and helpful. Being social and willing to hang out and converse with guests from around the world will be a crucial aspect of this position. We want volunteers to help provide a great experience for our guests!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Albanian: FluentAccommodation
Volunteers will be given a bed in our newly renovated dorm, as well as free breakfast, wifi, laundry, use of bicycles (when available), spots on some of our tours of attractions around the region (when not fully booked), as well as half-priced drinks at our bar.
What else ...
The surrounding area offers many opportunities for hikers & explorers. There are absolutely stunning canyons & waterfalls which afford wonderful outdoor activities. There are local winery's that we regularly operate tours to, so the opportunity to learn about Albania's burgeoning wine sector can be taken advantage of.
Our Hostel is unique in that we try to offer a sustainable & local experience to our guests. All our food is locally sourced, homebaked & free range.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
5 Hour per Day, 5 Days per Week
Feedback (22)
We had a good time in Berat and I would recommend him to any other host.
He was reliable and empathetic, and great company.
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We had a good time in Berat and I would recommend him to any other host.
He was reliable and empathetic, and great company.
Josie was always very positive and we will be… read more
His previous travel experience allowed him to engage with the guests creating the friendly environment we always strive for.
Our overall… read more
They managed the hostel perfectly . Very communicative with the guests and staff. Kept the hostel clean tidy .
Wish to have them back again
Miss you
The hostel is beautiful, clean, and it has an amazing view from the garden! Miri and Eni were there to help me out any time you need!
I highly recommend this place to volunteer at!
Thanks you Miri,
Miri, his family and his sweety dog, Diellza (the one that we miss more haha), are very friendly and nice. Berat is a small beautiful town. It's imposible to not fall in love. For… read more
I wish you the best and, hopefully, we meet again!
I immediately felt welcomed and part of the family.
I can’t wait to return. Berat is a beautiful place to take it easy and enjoy.
The work is all very reasonable, set up breakfast, cleaning and reception.