Welcome to Five Elements Hostel in Frankfurt! Are you ready for an unforgettable experience in one of Germany’s most vibrant cities? Our hostel is located in the heart of Frankfurt, surrounded by trendy cafes, historic sites, and lively markets. We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our friendly team and help create a welcoming atmosphere for travelers from around the world.
We offer a fun and inclusive environment: join our diverse team and meet fellow travellers and locals.
We host regular events, game nights, beer tastings, so you’ll always have a chance to connect and share stories. We provide comfortable accommodation: volunteers will have a room shared just with other volunteers with all the essentials. Enjoy our communal kitchen, lounge area, and outdoor space to relax after a day of exploring the city. We also offer cultural exchange: immerse yourself in German culture while sharing your own.
We are looking for friendly and reliable volunteers:
if you have a positive attitude and a passion for hospitality, we’d love to have you!
Your main task will be housekeeping, but you can also help us organise events in the evenings. We ask for a minimum stay of 4 weeks, working around 20 hours per week, allowing you plenty of time to explore Frankfurt and its surroundings.
Why Frankfurt?
Frankfurt is a fascinating mix of modernity and tradition, boasting stunning architecture, rich history, and a vibrant arts scene. From the iconic skyline to the charming old town, there’s something for everyone. Don’t forget to try the local cuisine and explore the nearby Rhine Valley!
What category best describes your hosting arrangement? 🏡
- Hostel/hotel
Location – Where is your volunteer project located? 🌏
What are you looking for help with?
- Cleaning 🧹
- Hostel/Hotel 🏩
What’s the mission of your community? 🎯
The mission of our community is to provide travellers with a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally enriching environment where they can connect, share experiences, and explore the vibrant city of Frankfurt. We aim to foster a sense of belonging and mutual respect among our guests and volunteers, creating a space where cultural exchange and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do.
By offering affordable accommodation and promoting sustainable tourism, we hope to contribute to a positive and lasting impact on both the local community and global travellers.
How many volunteers could you host? 🎎
- We can host groups of volunteers
When do you usually need volunteers? 📅
- All year round
How many hours of help per day? ⏱
- 4-5 hours of help per day
How many days of help per week? 🌒
- 5 days per week – 2 days off
Note about the volunteer work and other expectations 📝
The main task for our volunteers is housekeeping: helping us clean the rooms and bathrooms, and keeping the common areas tidy.
Work starts at 12 PM and finishes at 4 PM, 5 days a week. If you are a social person, you might also assist us in organizing evening events at the hostel (such as pasta night, pub quiz, or beer tasting).
Are accommodation and food included? 🏠🍜
- Yes, we offer food and accommodation
What type of accommodation can you provide? 🏕
- Dormitory/shared rooms 🛌
Diet – nutrition information 🥗🥤
- We can host volunteers with every kind of diet.
Fee transparency 🆓🔍
- We are not charging anything.
VISA SUPPORT – Are you able to assist with visa support, information, or provide invitation letters? 🛂
No, we cannot help with Visa but we can offer assistance 💁♀️
Volunteers’ benefits 🏆🏅
- Our volunteers have the opportunity to meet people from all around the world, work with them, and make lasting friendships.
- We also offer 20 euros per day for volunteers to enjoy dinner together.
Additionally, volunteers are welcome to participate in all evening activities at the hostel and can enjoy drinks from our bar at a 50% discount.
What are the available activities during free time? 🚴🚣🦒
The hostel is located just 5 minutes from Frankfurt Central Train Station and only 20 minutes from many of the city’s major tourist attractions. Volunteers will have plenty of time to explore the city, enjoy traditional German food and drinks at local restaurants, or catch a train to visit nearby cities.
Language 🗣🇬🇧
- English, German, Spanish
Geography 🌳
The hostel is located in the city centre, but the River Main is just a 10-minute walk away, and several nice parks are also easily accessible from the hostel.
How to get to your site ✈ 🗺
You can get to our hostel by train (Frankfurt Central Train Station is just 5 minutes away from the hostel), by bus (the bus station too is less than 10 minutes away), by plane (land at Frankfurt International and catch a train to Frankfurt Hbf, the train ride is around 15 minutes).
Is there internet access? 🌐
- Yes!
CONTACT DETAILS 🔍📧
Are you interested in this volunteer exchange opportunity? To get in touch with the coordinators of the volunteer exchange in Germany, please send an email to voluntouring.freelist@gmail.com. In your email, include a brief introduction about yourself and use the subject line “Five Elements Hostel Volunteer Exchange in Frankfurt” to ensure a prompt response and quick access to the coordinator’s contact information.
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