Help at a backpackers in Bodrum, Turkey

Turkey

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25
Last activity
30/03/2020
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108
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Description
I own a lively backpackers hostel in a very lively town. Located in the heart of it all we pride ourselves on showing all of our guests what Bodrum has to offer.
If you are someone who loves lying in your bed all day then we are not the place for you. You need to be fit, able and willing to do any job that comes up.
If you are chilled, laid back and your aim when traveling is to meet like minded people, hang out, exchange stories then our hostel and town will suit you.
We are a backpackers hostel in every sense and in 15 years have always been run by backpackers like yourselves.
You can find comments about our hostel online and see that people either love it here or hate it. These comments are a reflection of last years staff who I personally was very happy with but if you think you have what it takes to do a better job then please get in touch.
Type of help
Help with Computers / internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will be living and working with my local Turkish staff. So You will have the benefit of taking a peak inside a typical young Turkish style of living.
Help
I need a Graphic Designers and anyone with creative and social media marketing skills. Also if you are able to make and edit short videos for marketing purposes you would be welcome to join our team.

This can be for longer term positions for 1-2 months. The location and setting where you will do your part time work is amazing so I only want people who will take this VERY seriously and are available to start now for the next two months.

I also need software developers to work on one of our projects.

Please no time wasters and make sure you can do the job you claim to have experience with.
Languages spoken
English and Turkish
Accommodation
You will be staying in a nice villa looking over the Aegean Sea and Greek Islands.
What else ...
Bodrum is one of the sites of the seven ancient wonders of the world and is littered with ruins. At the centre is the magnificent St Peter's Castle surrounded by the beautiful turquoise Aegean Sea. Just 50 meters from the hostel and your on the beach, say no more!
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (25)

07/03/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Deniz)

Deniz arrived at a very important time for me and was the answer to my prayers. I have been searching for someone with his skill set for a long time and he delivered above and beyond my expectations. He was dedicated to the task at hand and able to work with his own initiative in a pro active manner. He was a breathe of fresh air and brought that… read more

(Excellent )

24/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Miranda) for host

Aran and his wife are such remarkable people; so full of love and generosity, with more unbelievable experiences to relate than you could possibly imagine. The guys from the Irish bar were lovely, always there for a chat or a warm chicken curry. Despite the season being quiet this year I met so many people from all over the world giving me friends… read more

(Excellent )

17/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Alberto)

I really feel lucky that I use workaway as it makes it possible to find such amazing people as Alberto and many others. I never saw Alberto unhappy or distracted not even for a second. He interacted with other staff members and guests very well and become part of our team and family. If you need a charismatic charming volunteer then you should… read more

(Excellent )

07/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (arif)

Arif was such an important addition to the team here! He quickly became our hostel manager and knew the in & outs of the job quite well and help keep to things running smoothly with any tasks that were needed at the hostel. He is a very hard worker and very funny as well. He definitely helped to make an excellent atmosphere at our place here and… read more

(Excellent )

28/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (arif) for host

it's been literally my home last 3 years such an experience and times I had so far. This hostel is the best hostel in turkey and very special in my life. Think about a place that in the middle of the city which's only 20 meters to the beach 5 minute to the bus station 30 minute to the airport and in the hart of the party. if you wanna meet a… read more

(Excellent )

24/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host

I had an absolutely amazing time
It was such a fun atmosphere - we worked hard and partied hard!
I met so many amazing people and made some real friends for life
Bodrum is a beautiful place and I can't recommend Arun and his backpackers enough!!! thank you so much for having me!!!

(Excellent )

22/06/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)

Emma was a great help at the hostel and also with my daughter. With her extensive knowledge of music she gave lessons in singing and the piano. Emma was only here for a short time but made a big impression with her very posh accent there was more to her than meets the eye. Any host looking to improve there English would be well served by inviting… read more

(Excellent )

08/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Eleonora)

Eleonora always had something interesting to say and was eager to learn as much as she could about how life is here in Turkey. I guess that was the journalist coming out in her. She has a very happy go lucky outlook and I never saw her stressed or panic about any situation. You are welcome back anytime and I hope you have many more great… read more

(Excellent )

01/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Eleonora) for host

i left one hour ago and i miss it already

My experience here was really amazing (and unfortunatly short, i just stayed a week, i hope i had stayed a month)
The work part is very easy
Wake up in the morning do some cleaning and sometimes stay at the reception. Usually you do it with someone else or listening to music/ talking to the guest or… read more

(Excellent )

20/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Vicki) for host

I spent 3 weeks at the backpackers and could have stayed forever! Everyone took care of me so well and took me in like family. This is definatly a party hostel and if you like your sleep it probably isn't for you. The work is easy and the atmosphere is great, Bodrum is such a beautiful town and the locals are all lovely and willing for a chat.… read more

(Excellent )

22/06/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Vicki)

Well Vicki certainly lit up the place with a constant cheeky grin on her face. With that typical Kiwi laid back attitude it felt like she had been here as part of our team forever. We would welcome her back anytime and wish her all the best with her future travels.

(Excellent )

24/06/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Melissa)

Mel was always leading the charge and fitted straight in. Never worried about going it alone and finding her way around from day one. She got to know the local community and it's customs very quickly. This was a great help when showing our guests around and making sure they got the best possible deals for activities and tours. Mel was the first… read more

(Excellent )

22/06/2016

Left by Workawayer (Melissa) for host

The backpackers is one of a kind!
Aran, Arif and Ismail are all awesome people to work with and they really looked after me well. I worked at the hostel as well as the new beach club.
There's always a great atmosphere at the hostel and it certainly stands up to its name for being a party Hostel! No sleep at night.. bit of cleaning here and there… read more

(Excellent )

23/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Tim)

I asked Tim to come and help out here because of all the positive comments made by other workaway hosts and I must say I was not disappointed. My hostel manager Arif is a very hard worker and gets bored if there is nothing to do, so it is a job in itself to keep up with him. Arif was so impressed that he asked if we could get Tim to stay for the… read more

(Excellent )

03/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Tim) for host

I had an excellent 2 weeks here in March 2016. Due to the time of year the hostel was very quiet but the sun was out and the beer was cold. Arif the manager is a great guy who loves to party and meet new people from all around the world. Aran the owner is a top bloke with great stories who happily invited me into his home and introduced me to his… read more

(Excellent )

18/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Sian) for host

Had a great month working at the backpackers. All lovely people and I really enjoyed getting to know them all. I did mostly cleaning so easy work and got plenty of time to explore Bodrum and join everyone for a night out. Very much a party place but was able to have quiet nights when I really needed them. Aran was a lovely boss who took the time… read more

(Excellent )

18/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Sian)

Sian was an angel, always smiling and never complained about anything. We would welcome her back anytime with open arms and if any other hosts here on Workaway are lucky enough to have her as a volunteer they will not be disappointed.

(Excellent )

07/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Danielle)

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

(No show)

04/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Freya)

Freya came to our hostel when the season had really kicked in. It can be difficult to pick up where another volunteers has left off but Freya cruised in and took control of reception perfectly.
She always had a smile on her face and was ready at any time to help our Guests.
Freya was a very happy and helpful person to have around.

(Excellent )

26/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (ziva & karmen) for host

It was definitely a very interesting and especially different staying-point of our Turkey-Georgia-Armenia-Karabakh trip. Being in a big multiculti English-speaking mixture, prepared for partying and other diverse activities was giving us another vibe and positive bust. We were happy about establishing the tourist camp and helping in the hostel, so… read more

(Excellent )

08/07/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (ziva & karmen)

You girls are the greatest, while working with the guys on our new camp site you push them to the side, take the power tools off them and get suck in. Then in the evening you jump in again helping out with the food and after this you interact with the guests and keep them entertained with your constant fooling around.
Wish you could have hung… read more

(Excellent )

09/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (Amy & Richard) for host

IF YOU ARE LOOKING AT DOING WORKAWAY CHOOSE HERE - SUMMER 2015
This hostel is a place where you make lifetime friends, party until the sun comes up, get to experience bodrum on your days off and there are perks along the way for those who work at the hostel. Aran was an awesome boss who we now consider a great friend of ours, he always made sure… read more

(Excellent )

13/06/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Amy & Richard)

Amy and Richard are truly a hostel owners dream and I am already panicking about them leaving. Amy took the reception into her stride and with her vast experience set us up for the year. Richard with his experience in the building trade helped to lay the first foundations of our new camping, Eco project.
Besides this they were always ready to… read more

(Excellent )

03/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (Erich & Kyle) for host

This hostel is not for the faint of heart. It is for the wild, the crazy, the hardworking party animals. This place is perfect for you, if you can put in hard work during the day, sleep for a bit when done, then party until the early morning. Sleep is rare at this place, but you will love every second. Don't come here if you want to fulfill your… read more

(Excellent )

13/06/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Erich & Kyle)

Erich and Nick. Well what can I say but amazing, as no matter how hard the party was they were always there when it came to the work side of things. They interacted with my guests very well and were always the life and sole of the place. I will have a very difficult job trying to find replacements for them.
There work included building the great… read more

(Excellent )

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