Help us with our project and explore city in Tallinn, Estonia

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07/08/2020
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2020

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Description
We are a small travelers oasis in the very old town of Tallinn. It is chilled non party hostel so we prefer a person who would be interested in culture more than looking for parties every night :)
Type of help
Language practice
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Volunteers will have free time to explore Tallinn and Estonia to learn about its culture, history and every day life. At the same time staying with us you will have a chance to meet travelers from all over the world, to make new friends, to get new ideas and tips from the insiders for your future travels :)
Host offers a wage in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
We are looking for a friendly, responsible, well traveled (not necessary) person with strong common sense to help us with reception and cleaning. We are looking for a person who would like to spend some time and help us to take care of this small hostel and their guests.
The tasks include work at the reception, doing check ins, check outs, giving information to the guests about the city (sightseeing, transportation and other questions someone might have :)).
Also we will need help with housekeeping...helping to keep the place clean, do laundry, etc..
Experience is not necessary, just motivation and curiosity to learn new things and make people happy around you will do! :)
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
A bed in the staff room. The workawayers will be sharing the room with other 4-5 volunteers. The level of tidiness of the room completely depends on you ;)
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 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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(4.2)

Cultural exchange:
(4.9)

Communication:
(4.9)

04/05/2020

Left by Workawayer (Simone) for host

When someone would ever ask me to describe the best possible place of the whole beautiful town of Tallinn I would give him the address of this Hostel. It is a wonderful place perfect for backpackers and world travellers as a starting point to explore the city. As you sit in the big common area with people from all around the globe and drink a beer… read more

(Excellent )

18/03/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Fabian)

Fabian stayed and helped us for a month. He fit in right to the team from the moment he stepped in to the hostel and became a very valuable member of it.
I was very pleased with Fabian’s help. He’s a very welcoming host, responsible and travel minded...a perfect helper for a hostel environment. And not to forget about his great cooking skills!… read more

(Excellent )

12/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Fabian) for host

It was my first Workaway experience an it couldn’t have been better. The tasks are not very difficult, so it is really easy and simple to understand why to do. The team I worked with was super cool. I never had the feeling that I don’t belong to the group. Egle is good at looking out for the right Workawayer. You get a free bed and basic cooking… read more

(Excellent )

11/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Letizia) for host

My experience at Tallinn Backpackers was amazing! I spent only 3 weeks there but I wanted to stay longer. I met lots of beautiful people there, and it's really easy to make new friends. The hostel is super cool and cozy, I loved it. The job is not hard at all, you get the chance to learn a lot, and the host Egle always helps you, teaching you… read more

(Excellent )

03/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Samira) for host

Extending my stay in Estonia through hostel work was the best I could do. It was my first work away experience and it could not have been nicer. I stayed for two weeks in the smaller hostel, which has only 6 beds. I felt super comfortable and safe there and it's like your own apartment. Working in the hostel didn't really feel like work because it… read more

(Excellent )

23/01/2020

Left by Workawayer (Vanessa) for host

This was my very first workaway experience and I`m glad I got to spend it in this hostel!
The atmosphere in the hostel is great. The common area is very cozy and calm and you will easily get in talk with lots of awesome and interesting guests there. Also it`s easy to make new friends amongst the other volunteers and I enjoyed going out together… read more

(Excellent )

21/01/2020

Left by Workawayer (Lonja) for host

My stay in Tallinn has been my first workaway experience and a pretty long one as well (I stayed for four months). I was happy to find friendly atmosphere where everyone is easygoing, positive and genuine, just like Egle the manager. She generally cares about every volunteer coming through the door. She also works there herself occasionally and… read more

(Excellent )

24/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Diana) for host

I was supposed to volunteer here for two weeks but ended up staying a month and could have perhaps stayed more if it wasn't for the start of my next Workaway. Note that there are two hostels that the owner runs, they are close to each other in the Old Town, and I was in the smaller of the two, it has only 6 beds! It's the smallest hostel I've… read more

(Excellent )

18/12/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Friederike)

Lovely Friederike stayed with us for a month and I couldn't be happier to have her in my team. As a person she is kind, friendly, easy going and generally very nice person with whom is interesting to have a conversation about life :). As a worker she's responsible, trustworthy, learning tasks fast and completing them. All in all I am glad she… read more

(Excellent )

17/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Friederike) for host

First of all, be aware that you will be spoiled for all further hostels you will stay in! Seriously, from all my workaway experiences so far, this was the very best! The hostel is balanced in every regard: it is located right in the old town of Tallinn, but it's not too busy around this place. Furthermore the hostel is very cosy and clean, but not… read more

(Excellent )

29/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Helena) for host

I was in Tallinn for three weeks and I can definitely say that these three weeks have been one of the best in my life. The team I was working with and especially Egle have been very kind and helping. To everyone who thinks about coming to this hostel. Do it !! It's a great experience.

(Excellent )

24/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Pauline) for host

I spend three weeks in Tallinn and i would have stayed longer if i could! The work was absolutely fair and Egle is a very sweet and considerate person. Also the atmosphere of the hostel is great - i felt super comfortable and had such a good time with the other volunteers. It was a pleasure to meet all of you!

(Excellent )

19/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Santiago & Angie) for host

Volunteering in Tallinn backpackers is not a job :)

Was our first experience like to volunteers and was Amazing at the Tallinn Backpacker. The hostel is in the Old Town( the best location) We were in the hostel 5 weeks and we knew tallinn and another cities in Estonia.

We're very happy and grateful with Egle for this opportunity, we knew… read more

(Excellent )

20/10/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Barbara)

Barbara stayed with us for 2 weeks..way too short! She was a great addition to the team also the guests loved her too. As a worker she is very organized, caring, thorough, trustworthy and generally a very lovely girl. Anyone who would host her will not be disappointed :). I would welcome back her again without a hesitation. Happy travels and hope… read more

(Excellent )

18/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Barbara) for host

I'll start quoting something that a guest of the hostel said: "It seems that all the nicest people come here". And it's definitely true! I spent two weeks here, it was an amazing, incredible experience, I met so many people and it was easy to become good friends because the cozy living room and the kitchen make people establish some magic! Egle is… read more

(Excellent )

14/10/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)

Alex came to Tallinn to write a book and was mostly concerned only about her own things and comfort, not contributing much to the hostel atmosphere and team. Nevertheless I wish her better workaway experiences in the future :)

(Neutral )

04/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host

This was my second Workaway, and at least my twentieth experience of voluntary work over the past 25 years. The hostel was well organised and so were the shifts, allowing you to plan your other activities. Egle was very pleasant and good at communicating what was expected during the 20 hours a week of reception work and cleaning duties. But it was… read more

(Negative )

04/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Guillaume) for host

Amazing experience at the Backpacker ! The work is easy, some cleaning and some reception : at reception you have the chance to talk to the guest which is always the best part. You can meet people, and it's most of the time interesting travelers due to the profile of the hostel. I went out almost every night to have a drink, or to visit some place… read more

(Excellent )

11/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Gwen)

Gwen is a very lovely person. It was very easy to explain her the tasks of the hostel. She made herself feel at home quickly creating coziness and the guests were also happy to be welcomed by such a great host :). Thanks again for taking care of the hostel and I wish you many interesting future travels and the projects!

(Excellent )

01/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Gwen) for host

I am very happy that I had the chance to have this experience! So interesting to meet all those different guests, each with their own story. The hostel is ideally situated in the center of Tallinn, thus being the perfect starting point for trips in the city or its surroundings. After the (few) daily chores are done, I had still plenty of free time… read more

(Excellent )

15/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Philipp)

Philipp was a great helper to have. He is a quick learner, really motivated and helpful. He works hard, is fun and shows responsibility. He stayed with us for almost a month and we hoped he could have stayed longer!

(Excellent )

06/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Philipp) for host

Had a very good time there. Super nice volunteers, hostel is small with a cozy atmosphere, work is absolutely fine. Would do it again.

(Excellent )

13/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Javier) for host

This is my first workaway. I was there 3 months, and was super nice experience. The work isn't hard, and you have a lot of free time for you. The hostel have free football table! hehe..
Egle always is ready to answer you if you have a question or a doubt in the work. The rest of workmates also were fine. In 3 months I lived with several hehe. The… read more

(Excellent )

20/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Martina) for host

I volunteered here for 2 weeks (in August 2018) and it was the best place to do my first workaway! Egle Is a very kind person, available and patient. The people at this hostel really made this place feel like home! The help and hours are very manageable- you basically just keep the hostel cleen, change the sheets, and do the laundry, hang out with… read more

(Excellent )

10/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Veronica Cecilia)

Even though Veronica stayed with us just a bit more than a week, I was very glad she decided to join our team. She has lots of experience and I learnt from her new things. She took care not only of the hostel itself but also of the all team members making sure everyone is well. Thank you!

(Excellent )

14/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Veronica Cecilia) for host

My experience, was the first and the most amazing experience ever. Egle is a great host, she always was worried about our needs, we make together improvements. The shifts and organization was great. I hardly recommend to have the experience! Thanks Egle!! Thanks group!

(Excellent )

10/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Nazli)

Nazli stayed with us for 2 weeks at the hostel. I couldn't be more happier to have her help taking care of the hostel. She is a quick learner, responsible, independent and generally very lovely person. I can recommend her to any workaway host and hope to welcome back her any time. Than you Nazli :).

(Excellent )

02/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Nazli) for host

I spent two weeks in Egle’s hostel.It was my dream to see magical northern cities in snow. So that I could take stunning photos :)(another dream to see the Northern Lights!) It was my first experience working in a hostel.Egle always asked me if I needed anything and she was very supportive and understanding. The work is light cleaning, there is… read more

(Excellent )

28/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Vivian) for host

I had my first workaway experience here and I‘m so glad I did! After being very nervous and anxious, I felt right at home as soon as one of my coworkers answered the door, showed me around and introduced me to everyone. I made the most amazing friends, every shift was a lot of fun with them. As the youngest of the group they were always looking… read more

(Excellent )

26/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Maria)

Maria is the best! She is cheerful, responsible and a very lovely person. I can strongly recommend her to any workaway host. Thanks for all your help and hope to see you again! :)

(Excellent )

04/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host

I worked as a volunteer at this hostel for two months and it was my first workaway experience so I was a little bit worried at the beginning, but after some hours I was already making friends and feeling at home.
The hostel's is really cosy and it's located in the heart of the city centre and everything is at walking distance from it.
The work… read more

(Excellent )

20/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Justine) for host

I stayed in the Hostel for a week. At first I was surprise how small it was, but it quickly became my favourite hostel in the world! It was like caring for your house: washing the bed sheets, hoovering, cleaning the kitchen, bathroom, toilets. Nothing too difficult, but it requires to be quite independent. As long as the work is done and the… read more

(Excellent )

30/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Riccardo ) for host

This has been my first experience workawaying and it has been amazing.

I really liked the place and the freedom Egle gave me. I was working in the Old town backpacker which is another hostel but alwayls owned and managed by Egle and company. Egle is very kind and patient, she will help answering at any questions you will ask.
The work is not… read more

(Excellent )

30/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Riccardo )

Even though Riccardo stayed with us just for a one week period his help was very needed and highly appreciated. He is responsible, well organized worker. We had an emergency with water leakage and he handle the situation very well by himself to prevent more damage coming. I am very grateful for that. I could trust him that the hostel will be… read more

(Excellent )

15/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Tatjana)

Tatjana took a great care of the hostel and its guests. I couldn't be more happier having her helping me. She is a young intelligent girl, great personality, very quick learner and responsible. I could trust to leave the hostel in her hands and she did a great job! Thanks again for your help and hope to see you again :)

(Excellent )

04/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Tatjana) for host

I stayed at the hostel for three weeks and had a wonderful time! The work is really not hard, mostly just checkin, checkout and some cleaning. You will have plenty of time to explore beautiful Tallinn. Egle is a wonderful host who will always answer all of your questions. I would recommend doing some research on Tallinn beforehand just so that you… read more

(Excellent )

13/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel )

It was great having Sam helping us at the hostel. He is responsible, hard working young man, a very valuable member of our team. I can recommend Sam to any workaway host and still hope to welcome him back some day! Enjoy your travels and new experiences :).

(Excellent )

11/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Signe) for host

I stayed in Tallinn at the hostel for about three weeks - and I feel so lucky that I got a chance to do so (it went way to fast). The city is really charming (especially the old town in which the hostel is located). The work consisted of reception work and cleaning - and was not to difficult to learn, and since I stayed in the wintertime, not to… read more

(Excellent )

03/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Malika)

It was great to have Malika in our team. She is very responsible, hard working and helpful girl despite her young age. I can recommend her to any workaway host. Thanks again for all your help and good vibes. Hope to see you again! ;)

(Excellent )

02/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Malika) for host

I left the hostel this morning and already miss it! It has been an amazing experience and I've made a lot of friends in just 2 weeks. The job is very easy and fun since all the volunteers are really friendly, so it doesn't feel like work at all. Also, there is more than enough time to explore Tallinn and Estonia. The hostel is a very cosy place… read more

(Excellent )

20/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Sabrina) for host

I stayed a bit more than three weeks in Tallinn. I actually didn't work at this hostel but at another one that the owner of this one just took over. Because they had this change some things still seemed a bit unorganized like the place where the volunteers slept. But anyway, I had a great time with an awesome team. There was a huge common area… read more

(Excellent )

18/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Kaan)

Kaan stayed with us for almost a month. He is very good willing and helpful person. A great member of our team. I can recommend him to any workaway.

(Excellent )

16/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Kaan) for host

I stayed approximately 1 month in this hostel. I loved the Tallinn and hostel. Hostel is cozy and old building, furthermore it could be small hostel. I worked in reception desk and according the me this job is not too hard and working hours very flexible. Other hand staff members are very kind and good people. Especially, Egle is very good person… read more

(Excellent )

20/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Julie)

Julie is a lovely girl and she stayed with us for a month. I was very happy to have her around. She is very nice trustworthy person and cuts the hair very well haha! Thanks for all the help and welcome back any time!

(Excellent )

11/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Julie) for host

I spent a little over a month here and had a wonderful experience. It was my first workaway and I absolutely enjoyed it. Egle is a kind person and made me feel very welcome. The hostel itself is incredibly cozy and unique. I was there in winter, so the work was easy and depended on the number of guests. It's easy to explore the city from the… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Chloé)

Chloe is a very lovely girl. She stayed with us for around 2 weeks and I was very happy to have her around. Thanks for all your help and I wish you more good workaway experiences.

(Excellent )

03/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Chloé) for host

I spent 12 days in the hostel, it was my first workaway experience and I absolutely loved it.
The hotel is very cosy and nice and everything is made to make you feel like at home. The work was not hard and gave me the chance to meet lots of people. I also had many times to visit Tallinn which is a beautiful town with many things to see. Egle is a… read more

(Excellent )

14/01/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Nadia)

Nadia came to us as a workaway volunteer and left from here as a good friend of mine. She is a very sweet warmhearted person. As a worker she does her best and took good care of the hostel and the travelers. I could trust to leave the hostel for her to look after while I was away and she managed it perfectly! I wish you all the best with your… read more

(Excellent )

13/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Nadia) for host

I stayed and worked here for a very long time, exactly 4 months. This was my first experience with workaway and it was amazing. The hostel is the best and smallest in the world and I love it. It was something like my home, my sweet home in the center of Tallinn and on my heart I have a place for it and for Egle, the owner. She is more than just… read more

(Excellent )

05/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Sàndal)

Sandal was a last minute savior :). And I am very happy to have met him! He helped us a lot and he is a lovely person to hang out with. Welcome back any time and I really hope to see you again.

(Excellent )

04/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Sàndal) for host

It was a really nice experience being there! The space is small, cosy and really beautiful, and all the guests I met there were as good as the hostel. Egle is a kind and likeable person, so there were nothing wrong!
The hostel is located at the Old town, so you can go walking almost everywhere, and I have to say that I really loved Tallinn. It was… read more

(Excellent )

30/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (PEI CHIN)

Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute

(No show)

26/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Luis & Pau)

Luis stayed here for around three weeks. I was very happy and lucky to have him around. What I liked about him the most is that he cared about the hostel as if it was his own. In that way I could trust him. He has strong common sense, high cleaning standards and it was easy to work with him. He is not only a hard and responsible worker but also a… read more

(Excellent )

12/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Luis & Pau) for host

- Spent there over 3 weeks and it was wonderful!
A true cozy hostel for real backpackers in the hearth of Tallinn.
Work was not too hard.
Egle is the best possible host, she showed me a lot of things and I learnt as much as I could.
Thanks! ;)

(Excellent )

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