Volunteers needed in Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia

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2022

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Welcome!

We're a quiet and cosy Guesthouse situated at the heart of George Town, Penang. Only 5 minutes away from some of Penang's best street food and the famous street arts.

The hostel itself is a newly renovated heritage home and features the original brickwork. Our living room is super cosy and comfy, people often chill there while trying to runaway from the heat.

Our facilities are:
- 4 Shared Bathrooms
- 1 Mixed dorm
- 1 Female dorm
- 1 Single room
- 5 Double rooms
- Small kitchen
- Living room

What do we need help with?
- Check-in and Check-out
- House Keeping
- Pet sitting
- Help our Guests

Hours expected:
- Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

In exchange for your help, we'd like to offer you:
- Free accommodation (3 Bed dorm with Fan)

The work has been split in two shifts, morning and afternoon.
- Morning from 8.30am to 13:30pm
- Afternoon from 13:30pm to 18:30pm

The work that we need help with is really easy, I'm sure you'll enjoy our place!

Please note that we're not a party hostel. If you're looking for that, we're not your best option (Sorry, not sorry).
Types of help and learning opportunities
General Maintenance
Help around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Art Projects
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Our location is what you are going to benefit the most. We're literally 5 minutes away from many famous places including street food, markets, museums, attractions, street art, just check it on google map, I'm sure you'll enjoy it!

This guesthouse is all about preserving the memories of the building, expressing the detailing, creating a natural, comfortable and authentic interior which appears to be a joy to occupy. All effort has been made to preserve as much of the character of the existing building as possible. Existing features have been left untouched while new circulation has been added. The interior retains traces of its previous incarnations in the form of sections of exposed beams, brickwork and aged door. Those incredible worn walls were simply left to be as they are – patchy and broken – without the need to make them perfect by restoring or covering them up.
Help
We are seeking for a responsible, friendly, and passionate individual to help at our Guesthouse.

Duties would include:

- Check-in/check-out
We'll show you how our system works and how to proceed with the check-in/out of our guests. We expect you to be responsible for these task.

- House keeping & General cleaning
Helping us keep the Guesthouse tidy and clean on daily basis. Please note that we do have permanent staff who cleans the Guesthouse on a daily basis, we just ask for your help on their day off. For example, early in the morning, you should check if there is enough toilet paper and soap in all bathrooms. As mentioned, there will be a person who does the cleaning on daily basis, he also helps during the check out time by cleaning and making the beds but, eventually, you might need to help him. Mostly just to make sure everything is neat and tidy.

- Helping guests
As you're going to be around here, you shall become able to help our guests from helping them to find a place to eat or even helping them book their bus to their next destination.

We're happy to say that there's no hard work here, but it is important that you are responsible, reliable and open.

The work has been split in two shifts, morning and afternoon.
- Morning from 8.30am to 13:30pm
- Afternoon from 13:30pm to 18:30pm

Let us know if you have any question or concern, I'm sure we can sort it out.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Malay: Fluent
Accommodation
In exchange for your help, we'd like to offer you:
- Free accommodation (3 Bed dorm with Fan)
What else ...
Please note that we are:
- 10 to 15 minutes walk from the ferry terminal
- 5 to 10 minute walk away from public bus transit station.
- Centrally located between Little India and Chinese Market
- Many museums, backpackers streets, coffee shops, and restaurants nearby.
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 3 hours a day, 5 days a week (no food)

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28/11/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Virginia)

Definitely recommend!
Virginia and Valentin are one truly amazing couple. They're great to work with and communicate with. They offered help at anytime and always making sure the place is clean. I can always trust the task that being assigned to them.
They are smart and independent, always available and manage my guesthouse at the best condition.… read more

(Excellent )

25/05/2020

Left by Workawayer (Virginia) for host

The experience at Elaine’s place was excellent! The guesthouse is located in the centre of the town, so you can go by walking to the most important places and there a lot of food markets around. The food in Georgetown is the best, and super cheap 😊 Elaine is very kind and welcoming, she is very organized and you always know your shifts in advance.… read more

(Excellent )

28/11/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Andrea)

Andrea. One of the best volunteer i have in my hostels Group. What a treasure. Extremely charming personality, the efficiency and hard work of a true professional. I loved having him with us. Do not hesitate to take him in , if you need help on anything. He has all the experience and ability to adapt anywhere he goes. Our staffs still miss him.… read more

(Excellent )

16/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Andrea) for host

This was my first workaway, I've spent 2x weeks here and it's been a great experience. Elaine has been super kind to all workawayers during our stay, looking after us properly as well as providing a very clean, organised and positive environment. The location is great, right in the heart of George Town, and the job is simple, efficiently planned… read more

(Excellent )

28/11/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Yahya Gokcan & Bahar)

Bahar & Yayha were AMAZING!
I loved having them so much and welcomed them back. ;-)
They both approached the simplest of tasks with joy and enthusiasm, always offering assistance and advice on how we can improve our service and interactions with each other and our customers. They doing the great job as volunteering in my guesthouse. Always take… read more

(Excellent )

29/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Yahya Gokcan & Bahar) for host

If you are looking for a place to work in Georgetown, this is the right place. Elaine's guesthouse is just in the centre of the town, which means that you are walking distance to everything (especially the best food in Malaysia!). She is a welcoming and very well organized host. You never have any question mark regarding the work and she really… read more

(Excellent )

25/05/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Gabrielle)

Thank you so much for your message :-)
Gabrielle is a great and happy person.
She helped me by managed everything for all the volunteers. Sometimes I had quite a lot of helpers so it was difficult to prepare schedule. Gabrielle was always satisfying all guests and volunteers. She was also a very independent Workawayer. I really liked that she… read more

(Excellent )

07/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Gabrielle) for host

Came for two weeks stayed for six ! I loved my stay at the hostel . It is beautiful, comfortable and super chilled . Elaine is a great host , she explains the job very well and is always available if help is needed . She is kind and caring of her workers .
The work is straight forward and not hard , and it gives you the chance to meet many other… read more

(Excellent )

13/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host

This experience was very fruitful, I stayed at Elaine's hostel for more than three weeks. I learn a lot about running a hostel, the tasks were to be in charge of the reception and help from time to time to clean, and keep the place tidy and clean. We had to help with information for the guests too. I met a lot of people from all over the world and… read more

(Excellent )

06/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Hammad) for host

I stayed at Elaine's hostel for about 2 and a half weeks and all I can say is I wish I had stayed longer! Georgetown is one of the most calm, aesthetic and yet eclectic and happening places you'll ever visit. The busses are extremely cheap so getting around won't be a problem. All the best places to eat and see are at walking distance from… read more

(Excellent )

26/02/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Josh)

Josh make a great job and thank you very much :) Got along well with staff and other workawayers and everything was fine during his stay. He is also a good company, respect full and kind. She is also a good company, respect full and kind. Thanks again Josh and enjoy your travels
Highly recommend !!

(Excellent )

26/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Josh) for host

Elaine is very funny and kind, the hostel is really nice and very chilled. Her cats are amazing and i would reccomend this hostel greatly met some really nice people.
Thanks elaine
Thanks cats

(Excellent )

26/02/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Christina)

Christina stayed almost a month with me and she was a very good helper, always polite and friendly. She is self motivated, hard-working and trustworthy person who completed every task she was given with great care. We have been very happy to have her with us. Also the cat has received some help from her. I could say she could manage very well the… read more

(Excellent )

11/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Christina) for host

I spent about a month with Elaine and her cheerful team. It's been an amazing first workaway experience and I enjoyed getting to know new friends from all around the world, exploring Penang together during our time off. The work is very manageable and Elaine is willing to provide hands-on assistance and prompt communications, allowing new… read more

(Excellent )

16/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Andrea) for host

I had two great weeks working at the hostel. Elaine is a very kind person and very accommodating. She even made it possible for me to go on a short trip to Langkawi, for which I am very greatful. We had some great conversations and she always made sure to stay in tpuch if I needed something. She also offered advice on what to do and what to see.… read more

(Excellent )

16/01/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Vanessa & Victor)

Vanessa and Victor are a really vibrant, friendly energetic couple. They always make the most of the opportunities on offer and have been valued members of our volunteer force! They're great alongside other volunteers and equally comfortable/trustworthy to be set -up and left alone to complete tasks just how you'd like! If you hear from them I'd… read more

(Excellent )

08/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Vanessa & Victor) for host

Our stay with Elaine was amazing!
The work we had to do was really easy and Elaine provided a pc so we could take care of our projects in the time!
It’s a very nice hostel in the perfect location with everything around and nice people.
Definitely recommend this place!

(Excellent )

04/01/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)

Hi, whoever reads this message, I would recommend Laura, she was fantastic to work with my teams and had a lot of fun working with volunteers. She helped customer relations, general administration, answering general e-mails and she were always very friendly to all the customers who entered my guesthouse give them information about in Penang. I am… read more

(Excellent )

30/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Anika & Dehliarose)

Hi who ever reads this message, I would recommend them both they were fantastic to work with and I had a lot of fun working with them both there was not a day go past when we did not have a good laugh. I am hoping they come back here again in the future, Take great care you two and I am looking forward to seeing you again in the future take great… read more

(Excellent )

21/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Anika & Dehliarose) for host

My friend and I stayed with Elaine for two weeks. We had a wonderful time there. The food and the location was the best things you could ask for. Such a central location made it easy for us to travel around the city using buses and also very close to best food areas. Elaine was really sweet and helpful. She accommodated our schedules so we could… read more

(Excellent )

30/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Duygu)

Duygu was a wonderful persons to be with. Being with her for about 2 month makes my volunteers, guests and cats very happy especially me ;-). She always are very open minded, kind, funny, willing to help and sharing culture. Able to make my guests and volunteer love her, she is funny and so good with her ideas and arts painting. She also make… read more

(Excellent )

04/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Duygu) for host

Ahhh Ahhh Elaine :)
How to say, what to say..
It was my first Workaway..i was little bit worry if I can do bla bla..
Now I'm addicted to this place and Elaine :)
She is one of the nicest person that I met.. She was making me overnight oats.. Cooks for us.. Listen.. Making jokes.. Laughing together.. Being Emo together :)
I went there for 2… read more

(Excellent )

06/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Hanna) for host

Great for people that are looking for a place to chill and explore Georgetown. The work was easy, and it’s nice to be able cook your own food. Jenny and I only ended up staying for one week because we wanted some more to do 😛 Elaine was easy to contact, and very accommodating. The kittens were and added cute bonus.

(Very good )

27/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (NICOLAS) for host

It was my first workaway experience.it was very good for me.i was happy to work with elaine.she is a good person.very friendly and take care of you.the job is nice.not difficult.and you can meet nice people.the hostel is very good and you have lot of beautifully place near here.lot of thanks elaine

(Excellent )

15/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (NICOLAS)

I enjoyed hosting Nicolas. I would love to host him again! He helped me with loads of stuff and I'm very grateful. He is really 100% hard working, friendly, and always offer to help any task. Thank you so much for your help. Nicolas was doing well to his first workaway, always working hard, just one thing he need to improve more english so can be… read more

(Excellent )

25/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Mayella) for host

I had a very good first Workaway experience with Elaine at her Guesthouse. She is a very nice woman, easy going and always ready to help and make you feel comfortable. If she is not around, she is always on the phone to sort out any doubts or questions you might have.
The work is pretty easy. Basically you have to be at reception in charge of the… read more

(Very good )

15/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Carlos & Daniel)

Having Daniel and Carlos stay and volunteer with me was great l! They are outgoing, motivated, and easy to get along with, always making my guests feel comfortable and happy with their stay. Since they were both good at multitasking, they were able to perform various tasks in my hostel. They helped with customer relations, general administration,… read more

(Excellent )

15/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Carlos & Daniel) for host

Working at Elaine's guesthouse was very nice experience. We could get the chance to stay in one place and take a rest from travelling while helping her at the hostel. The work is super easy and it's explained with detail beforehand. Elaine is very trusted person and likes to look after her guests and volunteers too.

We loved the meal she prepared… read more

(Excellent )

13/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (ANA & Maximiliano )

Ana and Maxi are both independence couple, they also a best teammate and split work among themselves. After first day meeting them and checking their works, I could say they could manage well the hostel. Hence, i empower them to manage the guesthouse without any doubt. They are very helpful, cheerful and open to any task. Both of them are… read more

(Excellent )

08/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (ANA & Maximiliano ) for host

What a great experience! Working with Elaine was beautiful. The job is super chill with a flexible work schedule. Georgetown is an interesting city where you can enjoy meals and city walks all the time.
Our workday was divided into two shifts, morning and afternoon, and consisted of checking out and checking in, some days helping the cleaning… read more

(Excellent )

13/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Maria Florencia & Juan Manuel)

Having Maria and Juan stay and volunteer with us was great! They are outgoing, motivated, and easy to get along with, always making our guests feel comfortable and ensuring they were happy to stay with us. I would happily have them back and recommend them to other hosts searching for people who are hard working. They did a great job on their 1st… read more

(Excellent )

23/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Maria Florencia & Juan Manuel) for host

We definitely recommend this place! The hostel is wonderful, very clean and the location is perfect, in the heart of the city! We really enjoy our time there. The work was easy, everything is very organized and clearly explained.
The host, Elaine, is the best. She is so friendly, and she was always avaliable, helping us in whatever we need.
She… read more

(Excellent )

21/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Teresa) for host

Had a lovely time volunteering at the Guesthouse! It's on a nice little street near lots of good food and cool street art. Elaine (and her little furry friends) were wonderful. Although she couldn't be there much, Elaine was always available over Skype or Whatsapp to help with anything that came up. She was also very understanding when I had to… read more

(Excellent )

25/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Shannon & Jeremy)

Hosting Jeremy and Shannon was amazing, they was a huge help to have here at the hostel. Nice couple and always be very kindness, all of the tasks were completed well, and they even helped out on their days off! Even at my hostel is not many guests stay in while Jeremy and Shannon was here but they always making sure my guests on their stays were… read more

(Excellent )

11/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Shannon & Jeremy) for host

We had a wonderful time volunteering with Elaine in George Town. Her hostel is very clean and welcoming and is in a great area, with easy walks to the local attractions, and to many great places to eat. We especially enjoyed the Ramadan market that was taking place during our stay just a few blocks down from the hostel, and the local food… read more

(Excellent )

23/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Natasha)

Natasha was helping me for 2 weeks and i really appreciate she was so helpful makes me no worry while i was sick can take a good rest without worry. I feel so sorry she was here and i always not around. She is sweet animal lover and enjoy share time with other volunteers ! She is mostly relax and good energy . Thank you and take care.

(Excellent )

23/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Natasha) for host

I spent 2 weeks volunteering at the hostel and it was a really enjoyable experience. The work was super easy and the schedule is organised in advance so you can plan your days off. There’s lots of things to see and do close by, thanks so much Elaine for everything :)

(Excellent )

22/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Diogo & Daniela)

It was a great time once I had Diogo & Daniela to help at my Guesthouse ! they were helpful.
Willing to help in anything and fast learners. I felt not worry while i away to hospital, they helped me a lots because they had experiences in hospitality before and always has very high responsibility. They also gave help keeping it clean and make our… read more

(Excellent )

20/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Diogo & Daniela) for host

We truly loved our time at this hostel!

Elaine, the host is the nicest person we have met at Malaysia. She is very organized and she will always make sure that you know what you are doing and don't feel lost. She is also very kind, if there is anything that she can do to make you feel good at your stay, she will definitely do it.

The work itself… read more

(Excellent )

09/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Catarina) for host

This was my first experience as workawayer and I couldn’t be more happy. The hostel is amazing, very clean and organized. Elaine, the host, is very kind and always available for any question you may have. Definitely a place to comeback.

(Excellent )

09/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Catarina)

Wonderful two weeks with Catarina! She is a very responsible, fast learning and hard working person and her positive attitude makes her a fun person to have around. She has all the professional skills for working with guests being helpful, friendly and polite, me was so lucky to have her helping when i was always not arround and make me have no… read more

(Excellent )

09/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole & Lewis)

Nicole and Lewis they were the most friendly and helping couple that I could ask for.THANK YOU GUYS SO MUCH FOR YOUR TIME
I'm very grateful to have you with us.
For those who are interesting on them. They are a really easy going couple, Not picky or have so many demands, They are nice and always smile which I like the most ( you can see on their… read more

(Excellent )

22/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Nicole & Lewis) for host

When we arrived everything was clearly explained. Tasks included checking in/out, general tidying up dusting, sweeping ect and keeping everything stocked and organised. The computer system is easy to use, but if there is any problems Elaine is always on hand to help. Work was very easy and often enjoyable.
Elaine is the loveliest host kind… read more

(Excellent )

09/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriel & Marina)

Gabriel and Marina stayed 1month with me and they were friendly and helping couple that I could ask for.
Despite the fact they stayed here during the low season when there are not many guests, we had the chance to solve some administrative problems.

Since they were both good at multitasking and always eager to learn more, they were able to… read more

(Excellent )

19/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Gabriel & Marina) for host

We had a wonderful time at Elaine's place. The guest house is beautiful and cozy, and very well located, in the heart of the city, the perfect location!

It was a real pleasure to work here. The job was nice and easy. We also had a lot of free time to explore the city and surroundings.

Elaine is an amazing person, and so welcoming. She always… read more

(Excellent )

17/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Carolane)

Caro was a joy to host. she was easy to be around and She make macrame string to hang my plants look beautiful. Fast learner and very easy going.
Welcome back anytime and we can thoroughly recommend her to any host.

(Excellent )

30/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Carolane) for host

I was suppose to stay here for 2 weeks but ended up staying for 3. The hostel is perfectly situated in Penang and Elaine is just the perfect host. She is very helpful, caring and always available when you need her. When she has free time she comes to the hostel and cook us some food, her coca cola chicken was awesome! She always has some good… read more

(Excellent )

02/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Ely)

It was a great help to have Ely assisting in our Guesthouse and He jumped in wherever needed and had a real eye for that. Without saying anything he'd just be there already and do it. We had many great conversations and he was always good company to have around. It was a pleasure to have you stay with us, and you are welcome to come back anytime!… read more

(Excellent )

02/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Ely) for host

I could tell this was going to be a great experience from the moment I arrived. The location is amazing and so is the guest house. It has inviting high ceilings and a bright common area with a sky light.

Working here was a pleasure! Elaine the manager is a wonderfully delightful person who is kind, diligent, and understanding. She explains every… read more

(Excellent )

31/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Henner) for host

I had a great time volunteering here!!!

As it's stated in the profile all you have to do is pretty much the check in/check out for guests.
Elaine is a really nice host and she explains everything very well to the volunteers.
The Hostel is located in the center of the city and everything you can ask for is nearby lots of good food.
I will stay a… read more

(Excellent )

28/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Nikos)

Nikos are smart and independent, always available and manage my guesthouse at the best condition. Nikos are open to any task, fast learning and hard working person and he always have a very positive attitude . The skills for working with guests being helpful, friendly and polite. All in all it was a very positive and lovely experience and Great… read more

(Excellent )

28/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Nikos) for host

Just like home at this place! I had a great 10 days here in Penang and the work is quite relaxed, so it's ideal if you have your own projects to do as there is quite a bit of free time (which I really liked!). Elaine the host is very hospitable & accommodating, it's like you are visiting an old friend, she has lots of good local advice to help you… read more

(Excellent )

28/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (James & Libe)

James & Libe are wonderful people and great workers. Simply and modest, completely reliable and very adaptable in any situation.I can say nothing but the best about them. Highly recommended volunteers. They are always welcome in my GuestHouse. As dear friends! :)

(Excellent )

24/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (James & Libe) for host

Me and my girlfriend Libe stayed here for 10 days and it was amazing! First we fell in love with Penang as a city so we wanted to stay for longer and luckily there was a workaway near us that gave us chance to stay in this amazing city a little longer.

Elaine is super nice and so welcoming, she explained to us what we had to do and answered any… read more

(Excellent )

06/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Alžběta)

Bety was a breath of fresh air, so young to look at, so mature in her outlook. She is a natural workawayer. adaptable, hardworking, versatile, and used her own initiative to prioritise the work that was needed to be done. she is always ready to help you, always say thanks with smile on face, i feel lucky to have volunteer like her. I will be… read more

(Excellent )

01/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Alžběta) for host

The owner Elaine is generous, friendly, open minded person with warm heart. She gives a hand whenever you need a help. You feel like you are at home. The job is well-organised and easy. Check-in, check-outs, general cleaning if needed (mostly not needed). I was very satisfied and happy to stay in such a cozy chilling place. Many shopping and… read more

(Excellent )

06/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Manon Valentina & Francisco)

Where do I start. Genuinely these two are some of the best volunteers. If there not helping out in some way or another all day they'll be socializing with the guests. They are extremely sociable couple. I had the absolute pleasure of having these two help us for about a month. They are such kind hearted and authentic individuals , with so much… read more

(Excellent )

02/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Manon Valentina & Francisco) for host

We spent one month here, helping Elaine with the check ins and outs. She's a really good person, kind and organised. Staying there it's been a great experience for us. Is a really chill ambience, the job itself is really easy mostly beacuse Elaine has it very good organised. We met cool people with whom we could hang out and we also could see when… read more

(Excellent )

20/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Ana)

Hi Ana thanks for everything, It was really nice to meet with you, you are awesome people.
Hope to see you again, I wish you have a nice and safe travel, Take care

(Excellent )

09/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ana) for host

This was my first WorAway experience and it was the perfect choice. I felt like home since the very begining, Elaine and the other 2 volunteers were really nice to me, helped every time I needed, answered all my questions...
The job was easy as it was low season and Elaine is always ready to help you, she also supervises everything which is nice… read more

(Excellent )

20/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Kenji Garyk)

I enjoyed hosting Kenji. I would love to host him again! He are smart working people. He helped me with loads of stuff and I'm very grateful. He is really 100% hard working, friendly, and quick to learn any task. I feel very lucky to have 'found him'. Thank you so much for your help. Kenji was a fantastic workaway, always working hard, very easily… read more

(Excellent )

07/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Kenji Garyk) for host

This is not my first time doing workaway, but it is my first workaway at a guesthouse. I was nervous at first but once I arrived there, I felt so welcomed by the host.

The host, Elaine, is a very very nice lady and approachable. She is always open to suggestions and feedback. Constantly looking after my well-being and even if she is not at the… read more

(Excellent )

04/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Viktoria) for host

We only stayed 8 days at Elaines Hostel, but had a very good time. The work is easy and we could always ask Elaine if we had questions.
The Hostel is located in the heart of George Town, so perfect for exploring the city. When we stayed there it was not a lot going on, so a good place if you want to have some time on your own.
Unfortunately I got… read more

(Excellent )

03/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Viktoria)

It was a great pleasure having Pia and Viktoria helping us. Great person and we would recommend her to everyone who wants a reliable and friendly person to help. All the best and good luck on your journey.

(Very good )

03/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Courteney & Shorni)

We had a wonderful two weeks with both sista! They are very responsible, fast learning and hard working person and they have a very positive attitude . The skills for working with guests being helpful, friendly and polite. All in all it was a very positive and lovely experience and we would highly recommend both sista as a volunteer!
Cheers!

(Excellent )

30/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Courteney & Shorni) for host

Me and my sister volunteered at Elaine’s hostel for just under 2 weeks, we had split shifts but because there was another volunteer we were able to have time off to explore Penang together. The work was easy and just small cleaning and reception work, checking people in and showing them to the rooms. Elaine was always nice to us and told us good… read more

(Excellent )

03/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Meryem) for host

As a first Workaway experience it was really nice to stay in the Hostel with the very kind Elaine. The location of this place if really central to visit all the attractions in Georgetown, Penang Island. You will be immersed in the Unesco Heritage of this partimonial city and above all you will meet amazing people coming from all around the globe.… read more

(Very good )

25/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Pia ) for host

24/12/2018

I stayed in this cute little hostel with Elaine for one week and I can totally recommend this workaway! The location of the hostel is amazing: really central but still quiet at night and everything in the city (Little India, the Street Art, the sights, etc.) is within walking distance.
The work, which is mainly reception work, is easy… read more

(Excellent )

19/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)

Lieke are wonderful people and great workers. Simply and modest, completely reliable and very adaptable in any situation. A sweet and always have a smile on her face. I can say nothing but the best about her and Veronika. Highly recommended volunteers. They are always welcome in hostel. As dear friends! :)

(Excellent )

19/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host

I was planning to stay only one week on the island, but I stayed almost 3 weeks. Penang is a great island with a lot options to do and see. Make sure to visit Penang Hill, the Kek Lok Si temple and Monkey beach. The city of Georgetown is the place to be for the best food, streetart, nice people and good vibes. Working in this hostel in the middle… read more

(Excellent )

19/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Veronika)

Veronika is a great girl, very positive attitude and mindset, always smiling and does tasks happily, it was nice to know her and have her here in our team. She is really friendly, and quick to learn any task. totally recommended !
Whenever you and Lieke are in PG let us know you are always welcome to our hostel.
Best Regards,
Elaine

(Excellent )

19/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Veronika) for host

My stay here was really nice.
The tasks Elaine is asking for are pretty easy and you can learn them really fast.
Its all about check in/out, payments and keeping the hostel area clean.
Elaine is a really lovely host and you can talk to her about everything if its about your nice experiences in the town, with guests or any issues.
I enjoyed my stay… read more

(Excellent )

08/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Siti Salmi) for host

This is my first Workaway experience and I spent a little over a month in Elaine's hostel. I enjoyed my time so much there as everyone was very welcoming. You just need to be responsible in terms of handling the check-in/out/ payment, keeping the hostel clean and be friendly to the guests. Elaine is a very kind host and she is easy to talk to. And… read more

(Excellent )

09/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Mira)

Mira was a very good addition to the guesthouse for the time she was here.
Quick learner and did everything to the dot. She also added some drawings to our wall which was a nice addition although a short stint with us
She always welcome back

(Excellent )

03/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Mira) for host

Volunteering at this cozy little hostel was such a nice experience. The location is perfect, a quiet street in the middle of the exciting city. The work is relaxed and easy enough. You get a lot of chance to chat up with guests from all over the world and to discover Penang. Last but not least, Elaine is a lovely host. She's very laid back and… read more

(Excellent )

09/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)

Thank you so much for your help, always working hard, very easily understood everything that needed to be done.We are so thankful for she brought a positive attitude and was so helpful. Not only did she do a great job at reception but she also helped everything when we needed her. Whenever something unexpected came up she was flexible and adapted… read more

(Excellent )

21/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host

I absolutely LOVED staying here (and I'm not even the type to capitalize). Georgetown itself is already very cool, but staying and working at this place made my 4 weeks here amazing. The hostel is not huge and not a party hostel, so the work is not very demanding and the guests are cool. But more important, Elaine (the host) is the best (in… read more

(Excellent )

26/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jaymie) for host

I really enjoyed my time at the Guesthouse. I met some great people and it was a very relaxed job. Elaine is such a good host and she really is keen to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Everything is well organised and leaves plenty of time to explore penang! Thanks for being so kind and making my stay in penang so positive!

(Excellent )

21/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Jaymie)

We are so thankful for the time Jamila decided to stay here - she brought a positive attitude and was so helpful. Not only did she do a great job at reception but she also helped when i needed her (she's a great cook btw!) Whenever something unexpected came up she was flexible and adapted to any situation very well, and she is a fast learner who… read more

(Excellent )

26/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Dominic) for host

This was an amazing little hostel in the heart of Penang. The hostel itself is really clean and comfortable, and Elaine was such a great host! She was always really helpful, and on more than one occasion brought myself and other volunteers some delicious local treats! I really felt at home while I stayed here. If I’m ever in Penang again, I will… read more

(Excellent )

21/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Dominic)

Dominic is a lovely person. He is really hard working, friendly, and quick to learn any task. We feel very lucky to have 'found him'. Thank you so much for your help. Dominic was a fantastic workaway, always working hard, very easily understood everything that needed to be done. He is a good helper at guesthouse and i think can be multi task too.… read more

(Excellent )

21/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Simona)

What a great girl! smiling giving caring .Thank you so much Simona. We had the most lovely time working and hosting Simona .She is a hardworker, always on time, doing her best at all the working hours every day and the cleaning was very good and satisfying. she also helped a lot of all when never i needed her . She's very sweet and easy.
Thank… read more

(Excellent )

10/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Simona) for host

I stayed for 2 weeks, and had a good relaxed time in a heart of Georgetown. Elaine is such a nice and pleasant person, so nice to work with! When I was leaving home she brought me typical Malay sweets (so delicious by the way:P)
Thank you very much, Elaine, for a nice stay. Wish you all the best!

(Excellent )

13/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Rebeca & Juan Ignacio)

Miss you BOTH many many :-) Juan and Rebecca were a very nice n sweet couple eveer. They both always helping which whatever i needed. Feel so sad when the time Rebecca is here her leg was get some injured and she cant spent a lot good time with Juan to explore our Beautiful Penang. Am very happy to have they both completely reliable and very… read more

(Excellent )

19/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Rebeca & Juan Ignacio) for host

We spent an excellent 20 days with elaine at the hostel. She is very kind and took care of us all the time. The work is very easy since it is all organized and elaine gives you the freedom to work. We were very comfortable and we already missed. thanks for everything elaine. Maybe come back

(Excellent )

13/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Larisa)

A sweet and always have a smile on her face, She were all good doing her own thing but also very friendly people who got along wonderfully with all the volunteers. She were a clean and tidy young girl. She did her 1st workaway at my hostel and i only can said GOOD JOBs.......wish her to come back again. Miss you .

(Excellent )

05/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Larisa) for host

I loved this place from the moment I entered the hall:) It's chill, it's very clean and cosy, it's everything a workawayer like me would love to have: a home, a responsibility, a new experience, feeling secure and welcomed! Elaine is a wonderful person you pick up a hostel management skills very easy from. It's a unique place&people I met there… read more

(Excellent )

13/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Diana)

Diana is a lovely person. She is really hard working, friendly, and quick to learn any task. You are resourceful and very knowledgeable, understands instructions very well and a good team member. She is also a well-informed person and we had many interesting conversations she was very intelligent can manage everything without my asking . I would… read more

(Excellent )

13/02/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Yumeko)

Thank you for helping us. I are really happy to have you help especially while you was here for a month. You are resourceful and very knowledgeable, understands instructions very well and a good team member. She is also a well-informed person and we had many interesting conversations she was very intelligent can manage everything without my asking… read more

(Excellent )

03/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Yumeko) for host

I had such a wonderful experience here!!
I stayed for a month, and I want to call it as my home in Malaysia.
The host, Elaine, is a great person, she cares about volunteers so much, and I enjoyed talking with her.
The work was simple and easy (I even wanted to work more!), and Elaine was always helpful when we had any questions.
It's a quiet… read more

(Excellent )

13/02/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Matthias)

Matthias is a lovely person. He is really friendly and quick to learn any task. We feel very lucky to have found him. He did some marker art in my wall with great good will - he brought a positive attitude and was so helpful. Me very happy to have him as part of our team!. We hope you will stay longer with me and not just for 10days.
We highly… read more

(Excellent )

12/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Matthias) for host

Elaine was such an amazing host! She was extremely welcoming, friendly and helpful. She was like a second mom for me.
I stayed for 10 days and completed some wall art in her hostel. The hostel is very quiet and offers a relaxed atmosphere, to recharge your batteries so you can go on with traveling.
I ended up painting for around 2-3 hours a day.… read more

(Excellent )

13/11/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Marie-Béatrice & Laethitya)

Hi , sorry for my late feedback ;-) I highly recommend and look forward to her return someday in the future. I felt like we made an instant connection. She were all good doing her own thing but also very friendly people who got along wonderfully with all the volunteers. She were a clean and tidy young girl, so it was great to have her around… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Marie-Béatrice & Laethitya) for host

I spent three month at Elaine's hostel. It was an amazing experiennce. The job is easy, it's 5 hours per day. We can help in the morning or evening at the reception doing check in and out, setting up breakfast and sometimes helping with the cleaning of the rooms.
In exchange I get accommodation, and money to eat.

Elaine is a really, really nice… read more

(Excellent )

17/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Eleanor )

Ellie stayed with me just bout a week , she help to draw a beautiful penang map at my hostel. She was very kind and nice person. She really did a very nice job on her drawing. Hope she will come to visit me again .

(Excellent )

24/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Eleanor ) for host

Elaine was a great host! She was extremely welcoming, friendly and helpful.
I stayed for 10 days and completed some wall art in her hostel. The hostel is very quiet and offers a relaxed atmosphere.
I ended up painting for around 4-5hrs a day. All in all I had a lovely stay. It's great that the hostel is nestled away right in the heart of Old… read more

(Excellent )

17/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Danny)

Thank you for helping us. I are really happy to have you help especially while you was here for a month. We're glad you enjoyed the food as much as we enjoyed the food you prepared. You are resourceful and very knowledgeable, understands instructions very well and a good team member. She is also a well-informed person and we had many interesting… read more

(Excellent )

03/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Danny) for host

The guesthouse is a renovated heritage house well located in the center of George Town. The comfy common area is perfect to chill out and to get to know the other volunteers and guests. A small kitchen is available for cooking some dishes but there is plenty of restaurant and street food at walking distance where you can find Indian, Chinese and… read more

(Excellent )

11/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Federico)

Hey Federico ,

Thank you for helping us. I are really happy to have you help especially while I was away. I glad you enjoyed the time we was with Lucia together. Thank you so much to taking care off my hostel helping in housekeeping and manage everything perfectly without my worries. Thank you for the gastronomic cultural exchange :) You are… read more

(Excellent )

05/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Federico) for host

I spent more than one month at Elaine's hostel. It was a fantastic experience. The job is pretty straightforward, 5 hours per day, working mornings or evenings, at the reception doing check ins and out, setting up breakfast or helping with the cleaning of the rooms.
In exchange you get accommodation in a separate room from the guests, and money to… read more

(Excellent )

03/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Sergey)

Sergey is so intelligent volunteer for me and I feel no worries when he was here helping for my hostel. He help my hostel a lot without my asking and always do more for helping as he can , I would definitely want him to come back again and highly recommend to other host

(Excellent )

02/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Sergey) for host

I helped Elaine for about a month. Elaine is a great host and she will take the best care of you possible, she really did make me feel like staying at home. Hostel is nice and location is perfect, but as it is still new, there isn't much work, so it won't be too tough on you. Yet Elaine is open to suggestions and it would be a great place for… read more

(Excellent )

03/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Lucia)

Lucia was a very good helper for me and always make a lot fun with me and my guests , she was very intelligent can manage everything without my asking . I would likes she come back to help me if she want come penang again . Thank you for everything on helping me .

(Excellent )

16/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Lucia) for host

Fantastic volunteer opportunity! It was my first time with workaway and i really enjoyed myself. Elaine is a wonderful and kind person, the job is easy and straightforward, the people i met were well worth the experience. Georgetown itself is a charming place that never gets boring. I miss it alredy and hope to return soon.

(Excellent )

10/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Teofil)

Teofil was very good helper to me , he did well on customer services , receptionist n house keeping everything for me without I asking And would help what ever he can . But just a little bit sad because he just helping me for 1week ☹️. Thank you for taking care off my hostel n me .

(Excellent )

09/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Teofil) for host

I really enjoyed my stay at this new hostel. It was exactly what i needed after a lot of traveling between islands in Thailand as the work here was really easy, not so much of work, but mostly reception and general maintenance. The location is really convinient here in George Town, close to all main tourist attraction and night life. Also the… read more

(Excellent )

02/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Anna & Johanna)

Johanna was a good helper , she spent a month to help me a lot in my hostel .

(Very good )

28/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (Anna & Johanna) for host

I have spent a month at Elaine's hostel and really enjoyed it. The work is easy and I had a lot of time exploring Penag. Thank you for the opportunity.

(Very good )

24/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host

My stay at this place has been amazing! The family is so friendly and accommodating. I have felt safe and comfortable during my stay with them. Elaine is around often and because I am vegetarian she has brought me many foods to try that I never would have found on my own! And because the hostel is so new she did not ask much of me but I am hopeful… read more

(Excellent )

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