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The Hostel is managed by the biggest environmental organisation of Italy. The building is situated on a small mountain called Monte Barro, at 750m osl. In 2013 our local entity decided to start a new adventure and run a environmental business taking care of the structure that had been abandoned, all the income of our eco-hostel is reinvested in other projects to promote a sustainable way of living to fight climate crisis.
Here we are now, after more than six years, managing a sustainable hostel. It now hosts many families, groups and schools from different parts of Italy and the world. But we always try to improve and the help of Workawayers is vital to always have new energies and a good atmosphere.
The hostel is not only the centre of our association, but also an occasion for us, our guests and Workawayers to grow, learn and teach something.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
This is the perfect experience for someone wanting to live out of the world but in good company, with the challenge of the lowest impact and a creative mind! We are a group of young workers, travellers and students ready to share it all with you and to learn more. We have some days when we work a lot and some others in which we can dedicate ourselves to other small projects. So the schedule isn't fixed, but we like to organise it together with Workawayers. There's a lot to learn, a lot to see and more to discover!
Help
We need a person willing to help at the hostel during the day and staying overnight for a period of AT LEAST TWO MONTHS (better 3 months). The jobs will be cleaning, preparing the rooms for guests and groups, taking care of the apartment where we live, taking care of small and creative projects, share experiences and ideas, anything else that could help the hostel become a better, more sustainable and welcoming place!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
The volunteers will live in a shared room with 2 bunk beds and in a shared flat. The apartment is fully furnished of everything and food is provided. We usually cook and eat all together. We are pretty much all vegetarians and vegans, but we don't mind if you have another kind of diet! We have two bathrooms in the apartment and a big living room where we gather and share spare time. The hostel is in the middle of a protected park, so we have plenty of space for hikes and walks in nature. It is a quite isolated place even if friends often come visit. There are no public means of transport to reach the hostel so volunteers will use car pooling or walk to the closest town and facilities (around 45 minutes walk).
We are surrounded by a beautiful landscape, in the middle of natural parks, mountains and lakes. There are various activities you can do both here with us and in the surrounding area.
What else ...
We hosted maaaany volunteers from all over the world, more than 60 now! For any information don't hesitate to contact us, we will be happy to answer all of your questions :)
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours per day, 5 days a week - flexible timetable
Host ref number: 634629746126
Feedback (22)
21 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (VICTOR MANUEL) for host
In this place I have the one of my best time in my life, the landscape is extremly gorgeous. I found myself waking up surrounded by stunning mountains. The satisfaction of getting the job done and spending time with the other volunteers make of this experience, the experince. i would a 100% recommend being part of the team.
21 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Zoe) for host
I miss it, like a second home! I spent two months at this beautiful place, surrounded by extraordinary people. I have so many fond memories of shared meals on the terrace, card games, calcetto, jam sessions, hikes up the mountain and many great stories and chats.
The location itself is stunning, the view never gets old. A great place to take it… read more
The location itself is stunning, the view never gets old. A great place to take it… read more
23 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Stefano)
Stefano stayed at our hostel for a few months. He is a good worker, always positive and with a smile to share with the others. He learned really fast and was always ready to help. He got along with all of the other staff members and volunteers. We strongly recommend any organisation or project to have Stefano with them!
(Excellent
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21 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (VICTOR MANUEL) for host
In this place I have the one of my best time in my life, the landscape is extremly gorgeous. I found myself waking up surrounded by stunning mountains. The satisfaction of getting the job done and spending time with the other volunteers make of this experience, the experince. i would a 100% recommend being part of the team.
21 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Zoe) for host
I miss it, like a second home! I spent two months at this beautiful place, surrounded by extraordinary people. I have so many fond memories of shared meals on the terrace, card games, calcetto, jam sessions, hikes up the mountain and many great stories and chats.
The location itself is stunning, the view never gets old. A great place to take it… read more
The location itself is stunning, the view never gets old. A great place to take it… read more
23 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Stefano)
Stefano stayed at our hostel for a few months. He is a good worker, always positive and with a smile to share with the others. He learned really fast and was always ready to help. He got along with all of the other staff members and volunteers. We strongly recommend any organisation or project to have Stefano with them!
(Excellent
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18 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Radoslav) for host
Volunteering at Hostel Monte Barro is definitely one of my most memorable experiences. The the I spent here truly altered my whole perception of life and my way of living for the better. And yes, the place is really beautiful but what makes it so amazing are the people. I can't stop thinking of the wonderful people I met here - the staff, the… read more
3 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakob)
Jakob was such a pleasure to have at Monte Barro. he is a very precise person, He is an artist so you can explain him what you need for your project and he will surprise you with an amazing art craft project or a beautiful video for your social media. On top of that, he is funny and a constant positive addition to the team. In just 3 months he… read more
(Excellent
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25 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jakob) for host
I miss the breathtaking sunsets. The hikes to Vetta. The games we played together. The laughs we shared. The people who filled this time with so much life. Monte Barro was my first volunteering experience and I couldn't have wished for a better one. The whole team is so welcoming and warm-hearted that you can only feel at home. We did a variety of… read more
26 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Wioleta)
Wiola has the ability to think outside the box.
She is very precise, a hard worker, and has incredible organizational skills. Every morning she would check everything around the hostel such as the common areas, guest rooms, outdoors areas, and had a perfect list of what we should do and what is missing.
Having Wiola in our team made us work much… read more
She is very precise, a hard worker, and has incredible organizational skills. Every morning she would check everything around the hostel such as the common areas, guest rooms, outdoors areas, and had a perfect list of what we should do and what is missing.
Having Wiola in our team made us work much… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Wioleta) for host
I spent almost 2 months in Monte Barro, it was a wonderful time. The work is diverse because the hostel team takes care of a variety of tasks all the time. The surroundings of the hostel are beautiful: mountains and lakes. <3
However, the greatest thing about this place are the people who make you feel like you are in a family .
I'll definitely… read more
However, the greatest thing about this place are the people who make you feel like you are in a family .
I'll definitely… read more
26 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Blake)
Blake is a friendly and easygoing person. Coming from really far away and arriving on top of this isolated mountain, he quickly became friends with everyone here.
He is really interested in ecological issues, environmental topics, and, he learnt a lot about how to manage producing less waste. He also helped us in the kitchen with our chefs during… read more
He is really interested in ecological issues, environmental topics, and, he learnt a lot about how to manage producing less waste. He also helped us in the kitchen with our chefs during… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Blake) for host
I spent 2 incredible months here back in October-December of 2022. I have nothing but positive things to say about this magical hostel. Not only is the location incredible, surrounded by beauty and nature, but the OUTSTANDING staff and volunteers are what truly make this place feel like home. This was my first time volunteering in a hostel and I… read more
30 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathan)
We couldn't be happier about the help, the good vibes and the love that Nathan brought to the hostel. He has been here multiple times during this and the past year helping us out with many different tasks, both indoor and outdoor. Since the very first day he has been a precious help and a good company to have a chat or a beer with. He got along… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Nathan) for host
Monte barro will forever feel like home. It's a truly amazing place and has made a big impact in my life. I stayed for a total of around 5 months but on different occasions. It's filled with love, natural beauty and fun. The work is organised, you will definitely have some time to socialise and some time for yourself . In my opinion it was just an… read more
12 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Morgane)
Morgan arrived in the summertime, which for the hostel is the busiest season with many projects and groups to cater for. However, Morgan slotted in perfectly as a team member and was ready to go from day one. We felt as if Morgan had an adaptable personality and was able to work with everyone.
Margane amazed us with her artistic abilities, which… read more
Margane amazed us with her artistic abilities, which… read more
(Excellent
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12 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Corentin)
Coco was a great addition to our team, especially in terms of helping us with our social media content. He was a super talented videographer and photographer and he helped us capture the beauty of Monte Barro. In his work, he was dedicated and forward-thinking. We were so happy that he decided to come to the hostel twice; once as a volunteer and… read more
(Excellent
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12 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Javier)
Everyone needs a Javi in their workplace! Javi stayed with us for almost one year, which shows his sense of dedication and enthusiasm. He was extremely helpful, creative, and a very fast learner; he picked up new skills very quickly if they were needed. He came in the beginning of covid, which was of course a difficult time, and yet he never… read more
(Excellent
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25 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Isabella)
Isabella (Bella) was an exceptional volunteer, she stayed in our hostel in two differed seasons, in cold mountain season where it was snowy and in the high temperatures of an Italian summer! Showing how flexible and adaptable she is in different situation and with two different volunteers teams. She worked perfectly in high season of Ostello which… read more
(Excellent
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7 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Isabel) for host
this was my first workaway and it is hard to explain my experience in words but it was a fantastic nearly two months stay. You will feel welcomed by the team the minute you enter the hostel. The people there are very passionate about the environment and sustainability, I learnt a lot of skills in regard to sustainability such as upcycling fabrics,… read more
8 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Michelle) for host
I spent 4 months volunteering at Ostello Monte Barro and I'm still so grateful that I found my way to this wonderful place. We volunteers were entrusted with a wide variety of tasks and at the beginning of each week we discussed our days off and upcoming projects altogether. In these 4 months, apart from the daily cleaning routine, we worked with… read more
11 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Michelle)
Michelle is a positive, hard-working and creative person and as a workaway volunteer she hasn't held back from using her talents and helping at any time. She is thoughtful, caring, a great company for chats at any hour. Michelle has helped a lot with content creation for social media whether by taking pictures, videos, writing captions or text for… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jose) for host
Amazing place, delicious food, beautifull convictions ... but more than anything a happy family :). I would reccomend everyone to try this place, they will feel loved, supported and will learn a lot in an international and caring community.
6 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Jose)
Pepe is a positive, fun, attentive, social and hard-working person. Throughout his stay with us he was always available to help others, be there when anyone needed him and cheer everyone up with his jokes. He is very percise, reliable and always in a positive mood. He adapts extremely easily to every situation and thrives to make everyone feel… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Emil Sapir)
Emil stayed with us for about a month and a half. He is a very fun, bubbly and enthusiastic person. He is responsible and approaches every task with a positive and playful mindset. During his stay with us, Emil has introduced us to many board and card games, music of any kind, several genres of films and new dishes
(Good
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13 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jasmine )
Jasmine stayed with us for around a month and a half. She is positive, hard-working and a great company. Jasmine has helped a lot with content creation for social media and has made several objects for our Bazaar in addition to taking cleaning very seriously. She is an empathic person, a very good cook and always has suggestions on films, music or… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Yasemin stayed with us for a little over a month. She is a very fun and happy person to be around, always down for a good chat and have amazing suggestions on films, books and podcasts. She is open-minded, kind, generous and is eager to learn about others and their backgrounds. When it came to cleaning the hostel and respecting some house rules,… read more
(Good
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3 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Diego) for host
My review is a bit overdue, but I have to say how amazing my stay at Monte Barro was!
It was my first Workaway experience and I could not be happier - 10/10. I stayed for one month, which was short, but during my time there it felt like a year. No two days were the same and there was always something new to do! You have the freedom to do whatever… read more
It was my first Workaway experience and I could not be happier - 10/10. I stayed for one month, which was short, but during my time there it felt like a year. No two days were the same and there was always something new to do! You have the freedom to do whatever… read more
18 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Romana) for host
This was the perfect first Workaway experience for me! Right from the day I arrived I felt so welcomed and comfortable around everyone which I’m really grateful for.
I learned so much over the few weeks I stayed there from cooking meals based on what fruits and vegetables are currently in season to upcycling and giving new life to absolutely… read more
I learned so much over the few weeks I stayed there from cooking meals based on what fruits and vegetables are currently in season to upcycling and giving new life to absolutely… read more
12 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Romana)
Romana is a very positive and cheerful person to be around, the other volunteers were very motivated by her and to spend time with her during both their work hours and the free time they had together. Romana was a very responsible volunteer, she was very eager to learn about our Hostel and her work from the very first day she arrived. She learned… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Jack is a positive, fun and active person, always available to help, precise and an hard-worker. He stayed with us only one week because he very soon realized our project wasn't suitable for him: our hostel is pretty isolated inside of a natural park and about our lifestyle we tend to live and share as a group, which sometimes doesn't give much… read more
(Negative
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10 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Chloe_H) for host
Monte Barro is a really wonderful, welcoming place and I’d really recommend workawaying there! I feel super lucky to have come to Monte Barro and to have met all the wonderful, creative, talented people (both those working there: Mimi, Giulia, Selene, Marco and the other volunteers: Nesh, Silvia, Michelle, Salia and Fede) who make you feel part of… read more
27 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Silvia)
Silvia is an amazing person, she can join any team and contaminate everyone with her kindness and smiles. She is a hard and precise worker, reliable and always in a positive mood. She cooks great canarian dishes, she adapts easily to every different context and is friendly and inclusive even when someone new is around. She is creative and likes to… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Silvia) for host
This has been my first Workaway experience and it couldn't have been better.
Beautiful nature, warm and nice people, amazing food, astonishing sunsets... I have no words to describe how thankful I am with the people working in the hostel (Mimi, Giulia, Selene, Marco) and all the volunteers I had the chance to meet (Salia, Chloe, Neshat, Martina,… read more
Beautiful nature, warm and nice people, amazing food, astonishing sunsets... I have no words to describe how thankful I am with the people working in the hostel (Mimi, Giulia, Selene, Marco) and all the volunteers I had the chance to meet (Salia, Chloe, Neshat, Martina,… read more
28 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice Cristina)
We had a really great time with Alice. She has such a positive energy, always smiling and ready to joke and laugh together. She helkped a lot in all the small and big works we had to do at the hostel :)
What can we say? You know the hostel is a family and you are now part of it as well. Come back whenever you want! <3
Keep shining in your… read more
What can we say? You know the hostel is a family and you are now part of it as well. Come back whenever you want! <3
Keep shining in your… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alice Cristina) for host
Well it all starts when you arrive to the Ostello, the view is wonderful, the mountains bring a peace so big to you, the reception of the volunteers and of Marco, Selene, Mimi or Giulia (or any other lovely person that is there) will make you feel at home :) than you will have great meals, great talks, great laughs, great hiking, great friends,… read more
25 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Noemi)
The time with Noemi was just fun and great, it's a pity that she didn't stay longer! :D
She likes to clean and wash the dishes (crazy but true!) and does every task precisely and with a smile.
She is always up for a table soccer match, a good joke, a walk in the mountains or a chat with others. She is autoironic, sensitive and funny.
Hope to see… read more
She likes to clean and wash the dishes (crazy but true!) and does every task precisely and with a smile.
She is always up for a table soccer match, a good joke, a walk in the mountains or a chat with others. She is autoironic, sensitive and funny.
Hope to see… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Noemi) for host
My experience at Montebarro was more than perfect!! I don't have enough good words for describe this beatiful and calm place and the amazing people of the ostello!
If you like walking, the nature, the mountain, the good company, cooking (or only eat like me :P) and if you believe in a sustainaible way of tourism and in a sustainaible world this… read more
If you like walking, the nature, the mountain, the good company, cooking (or only eat like me :P) and if you believe in a sustainaible way of tourism and in a sustainaible world this… read more
25 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Nadja)
Nadja is a very reliable and responsible person. As a volunteer here in the hostel she was always ready to help and do everything we needed. She is the most environment-conscious and anti-waste volunteer we ever had.
She can seem a little crazy if you don't know her well: waking up before all the others, going in the woods at every hour to do… read more
She can seem a little crazy if you don't know her well: waking up before all the others, going in the woods at every hour to do… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nadja) for host
I'm soo soo happy that I was a part of the Monte Barro familiy!!! It was my first workaway experience and it was such an amazing one..I felt like home!! Mimi and Giulia are so warm, welcoming, generous, easy-going and open to share their lives with you...and I could really be myself without thinking!;)
If you like to be a bit out of the world in… read more
If you like to be a bit out of the world in… read more
4 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
If you are considering Anna as a volunteer expect to have quality time. We had the best chats and work together. With Stella they have been a great working and free time team, perfectly fitting from the beginning in our Monte Barro family. She is thoughtful and caring, beautifully creative, an hardworker and great company. She also rescued a… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
I have no words to describe Monte Barro and my expirience there. I can only remember the way I felt waking up every day in a special (small) place in the world full of light and creativity. Warm and peacefull. I felt free and sorrounded by good people and nature.
PD: Stella, I'm reading your message now, so thaks for the words you dedicate me in… read more
PD: Stella, I'm reading your message now, so thaks for the words you dedicate me in… read more
4 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Giselle)
We have been very lucky to host Giselle here! She is cheerful, creative, an hardworker and always ready to dance and have fun. We definitely recommend her for she is the best company and you will never get bored. Thank you for the great time and you know you always have a home here ::asterisk_symbol:
Giulia and Miriam
Giulia and Miriam
(Excellent
)
1 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Giselle) for host
An amazing place to enjoy nature and good company. Is the perfect combination between good food and friends which became family (OHANA).
I would definitely go back without thinking twice. I describe this place as "my safe place", a peaceful and vibrant spot where you can be yourself and have crazy fun nights with awesome dancing partners and… read more
I would definitely go back without thinking twice. I describe this place as "my safe place", a peaceful and vibrant spot where you can be yourself and have crazy fun nights with awesome dancing partners and… read more
3 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Michelle) for host
Well..... :)
Staying at Monte Barro was such an amazing time, so amazing, that I ended up staying almost 4 months instead of just two weeks:)
Mimi and Giulia make life on the mountain so cozy, familiar, amusing, and I never felt like just another worker. The way they help new volunteers integrate into the family (which I got to witness from the… read more
Staying at Monte Barro was such an amazing time, so amazing, that I ended up staying almost 4 months instead of just two weeks:)
Mimi and Giulia make life on the mountain so cozy, familiar, amusing, and I never felt like just another worker. The way they help new volunteers integrate into the family (which I got to witness from the… read more
7 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Stella)
Stella has stayed with us for a months and helped us in many ways! She has a great energy and she's always smiling and taking life in such a positive way. She is reliable and a good worker, she got along with everyone and managed to develop a small project for us even if the time she stayed was short. Ah, she is also a great cook and she so… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Stella) for host
Since the moment of the skype interview with Giulia and Miriam, I knew this experience will help me with my interest in sustainable tourism. Once, I arrived all the staff was very welcoming. The tasks were different including, cleaning, working with art crafts, presentations, and even cooking for a youth exchange. I was able to learn a lot! I am… read more
3 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Chara)
We had a very good time with Chara!
She is very precise and always on-time, she works autonomously and is very reliable on the tasks you give her.
She is definitely a good worker, good company and a positive and smiley person!
We really appreciated her help and would suggest her to other hosts.
You will always be welcome to come back :)
She is very precise and always on-time, she works autonomously and is very reliable on the tasks you give her.
She is definitely a good worker, good company and a positive and smiley person!
We really appreciated her help and would suggest her to other hosts.
You will always be welcome to come back :)
(Excellent
)
29 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Chara) for host
The Ostello and the people are great.
Everyone was so friendly and welcoming when I came that I directly felt well with them.
You can have enough time for yourself but always can hang out with the others in the livingroom too.
Everyone is cooking fresh and tasty food and always pretty much :)
The work is absolutely not too much and was also never… read more
Everyone was so friendly and welcoming when I came that I directly felt well with them.
You can have enough time for yourself but always can hang out with the others in the livingroom too.
Everyone is cooking fresh and tasty food and always pretty much :)
The work is absolutely not too much and was also never… read more
