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Description
We are an eco-friendly capsule hostel in the heart of Porto, just next to Mercado do Bolhão. Our hostel is located in a beautifully renovated 19th-century building with a large garden where guests relax in hammocks or enjoy our bar. Sustainability is central to our philosophy: we hold the Green Key certification and run our hostel with renewable energy, waste separation, LED lighting, and eco-friendly products.
Our team is international, friendly, and passionate about offering travelers a warm and professional experience in Porto.
-Your wages will depend on how many hours you help (all paid the minimum wage).
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help around the house
House sitting
Interests
Technology
Music
Languages
Nature
Self development
Sustainability
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a welcoming, responsible and eco-friendly hostel where your help really makes a difference. Our garden is a special place to relax, we’re surrounded by the best local food, and Porto is a city full of culture, music, and adventure.Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
We’re looking for a night volunteers to join our friendly team and help us keep everything running smoothly!✨ Main Tasks
- You’ll receive full training, but the main focus will be:
- Reception support: welcoming late arrivals, answering simple questions, keeping the space calm overnight
- Security & maintenance checks: ensuring the hostel and garden remain tidy and safe
- Laundry or light housekeeping if needed (only occasionally)
🕐 Schedule
- 5 nights per week, from 00h to 7h
- Most hours are quiet time, when you can rest or sleep, as long as you’re available to assist if needed
💚 What We Ask
- Reliability and responsibility during your shifts
- A good level of English (Portuguese, Spanish or French are a plus)
- A calm, friendly attitude and ability to handle things independently
- Minimum stay: 1-2 months preferred
🌞 Extra Perks
- We can arrange paid extra shifts (at night or during busy periods) for those who want to earn more pocket money.
-Your wages will depend on how many hours you help (all paid the minimum wage).
- Flexibility for your own travels and days off to explore Portugal.
If you’re a night owl who enjoys peaceful hours and helping guests feel at home, we’d love to hear from you! 🌿
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Portuguese: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
- Accommodation in a capsule bed in a shared room with locker, at the hostel
- Shared access to a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, and TV area with Spotify, Netflix and PS4
- A huge garden right in the city center, with bar, barbecue and hammocks to relax
- Free breakfast every morning (served from 7h30 until 10h30)
- Free laundry for your personal clothes
- 50% discount at the bar
- The chance to live in central Porto, meet travelers from around the world, and be part of a small, multicultural team
What else ...
On your days off, you’ll be in the perfect spot to discover Porto and beyond:
- Explore Porto: wander the UNESCO historical centre, Ribeira by the river, Clérigos Tower, Livraria Lello, and taste world-famous Port wine in the cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia.
- Beaches: only 25 minutes away by metro or bus, you’ll find sandy beaches perfect for surfing, sunbathing, or sunset walks.
- Day Trips: easily reach the Douro Valley for wine tasting, Guimarães (the birthplace of Portugal), or Braga’s famous Bom Jesus sanctuary.
- Transport: we are just 200m from Bolhão metro station, which connects you to the airport in about 30 minutes and links to all parts of the city. Trains from nearby Campanhã station open the door to the whole north of Portugal.
- With such a central location, you’ll never run out of things to do — from cultural visits and nightlife to nature escapes and food adventures.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We offer spacious common areas, so you’ll always find a quiet spot to focus on work. Our entire property — including the garden and rooms — is equipped with ultra-fast 5G Wi-Fi, making it ideal for remote work and digital nomads.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Shaki & Mimi
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He took over the security of the Hostel during the nights as well as front office tasks, handling Guest requests and problem-solving.
He is a trustful, reliable, respectful, friendly and calm person.
He is 200% recommendable!
really wonderful people. The work is very easy and leaves so much time to enjoy everything amazing Porto has to offer. The facilities are top notch and it is very easy to get lost in time chilling on a hammock in the garden. If you… read more
She has been interacting with the Guests very well.
I recommend her!
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He took over the security of the Hostel during the nights as well as front office tasks, handling Guest requests and problem-solving.
He is a trustful, reliable, respectful, friendly and calm person.
He is 200% recommendable!
really wonderful people. The work is very easy and leaves so much time to enjoy everything amazing Porto has to offer. The facilities are top notch and it is very easy to get lost in time chilling on a hammock in the garden. If you… read more
She has been interacting with the Guests very well.
I recommend her!
