Your hostel, at the heart of a global
backpacker network.
Spixes isn't a job board. It's a living community of travelers — people who share events, join groups, explore cities together, and message each other daily. When you post a volunteer position, you're plugging into a network that's already active, already engaged, already looking for their next hostel.
Not just volunteers.
A community that comes to you.
The backpackers on Spixes aren't browsing job boards. They're part of a social platform — attending events, joining group chats, sharing travel tips, meeting other travelers every day. They have profiles with real photos, skills, languages, reviews from previous hostels.
When your listing goes live, it reaches people who are already traveling or planning their next move. People with a diverse range of skills — from professional baristas to social media managers, from surf instructors to multilingual receptionists. People who chose this lifestyle intentionally, not by accident.
That's the difference. You're not recruiting from a database. You're inviting someone from a community they already belong to.
Every application is a different story.
Here's a glimpse of the kind of people who could walk through your door.
Léa, 23
France
Graphic design & social media
Mateo, 27
Argentina
Kitchen & cocktails
Yuki, 21
Japan
Photography & video editing
Priya, 25
India
Reception & 4 languages
Tom, 30
Australia
Event hosting & DJ
Sofia, 22
Colombia
Yoga instructor & cleaning
Jonas, 28
Germany
Web development & SEO
Amara, 24
South Africa
Music & community building
Kai, 26
New Zealand
Surfing lessons & bar
Emma, 22
Sweden
Reception & Instagram content
What you can do with Spixes.
Post a volunteer position and receive applications from around the world.
Describe what you need — reception, kitchen, events, social media — set the conditions, and publish. Your listing is immediately visible to thousands of backpackers who are actively looking for their next work exchange. Applications arrive with full profiles, so you know exactly who you're talking to.
30+
countries represented
in the backpacker community
100%
free for hostels
no commission, ever
Create events and bring the Spixes community to your doorstep.
Pub quiz, rooftop party, city walking tour, cooking class — whatever makes your hostel unique, turn it into an event. Every backpacker on Spixes nearby gets notified. It's the easiest way to fill your common area and build a reputation in the traveler community.
Connect your volunteers, backpackers, and staff in group chats.
Create group conversations to coordinate with your current volunteers, welcome newcomers, or chat with backpackers staying at your hostel. No need for WhatsApp groups that die after a week — everything stays on the platform, organized and accessible.
Built-in messaging
no external apps needed
Multi-property
Manage all your establishments from one account
Review system
Build trust with ratings from real volunteers
Integrated chat
Message candidates directly, no email needed
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to pay?
No. Spixes is 100% free for hostels — no subscription, no commission, no hidden fees. Post listings, receive applications, and manage everything at no cost.
Can I manage multiple properties?
Yes. Switch between establishments from a single dashboard. Each property gets its own gallery, listings, and application inbox.
How do I screen candidates?
Every backpacker has a full profile with their bio, skills, languages, travel history, and reviews from previous hostels. You can also chat with them directly before accepting.
What kind of volunteers will I find?
Backpackers from 30+ countries with diverse skills — reception, kitchen, social media, event hosting, languages, design, music, and more. These are engaged travelers, not tourists passing through.
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