5 reviewed party hostels · from €2.64/night · Hostelworld rated
Budapest's ruin bar scene alone is worth the flight. Crumbling courtyards turned into neon-lit drinking dens, €2 beers at the bar, and a crowd that mixes locals with backpackers from every corner of the world. Szimpla Kert on Kazinczy utca is the original and still the most atmospheric, while the surrounding VII District streets are where most of the serious late-night action unfolds. The hostel scene here is genuinely one of Europe's best. You'll find purpose-built party hostels running nightly pub crawls, free shot deals, and rooftop socials, all within walking distance of the bars. Dorm beds start cheap, the city's public transport runs late, and thermal baths provide a surprisingly effective morning-after remedy. Few cities make it this easy to go hard and spend very little doing it.
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One of the best Party Hostels in Europe, it's famous among party backpackers. Perfectly located and featuring a courtyard club with a stage and regular concerts, live DJ's and crazy parties. Also offering a great rooftop bar only for guests with an amazing atmosphere. Regular activities organised like pub crawls, Spa Parties and party boats.
Awarded as one of the most popular hostel in Budapest. This is one of the most sociable and party-oriented hostels you can find, the staff and atmosphere are super friendly and will offer daily activities and guide you to the places to party close to the hostel. The nightly events that are hosted can be also accompanied by great dinners; or if you're looking for a chill night you can hang back at the hostel and play PlayStation, use the Wi-Fi or relax on the balcony.
Onefam Budapest by Hostel One is an excellent party hostel for solo travellers looking to connect, explore, and party in Budapest. With its amazing team, social atmosphere, and convenient facilities like a fully equipped kitchen and hostel bar, it's the perfect place to meet fellow travellers, have a good time, and create lasting memories. No curfew and 24-hour access add to the party vibe, making it a top choice for those seeking a fun and lively hostel experience in Budapest.
Island Hostel Budapest is a top-rated party hostel that promises an unforgettable experience for travellers seeking a vibrant nightlife scene. Located on Margaret Island, the hostel offers a unique and picturesque setting with a chilled-out atmosphere during the day and a buzzing party atmosphere at night. With its on-site bar, regular events, and friendly staff, Island Hostel Budapest is a perfect choice for those looking to enjoy Budapest's nightlife and meet like-minded travellers.
Wombat's City Hostel Budapest fuels your party desires with a central location, womBAR's vibrant drink selection, and engaging activities like pub crawls. An electric atmosphere guaranteed to make your Budapest stay unforgettable.
Organised nights out with a local guide
Running since 2007, this is the longest-operating ruin bar tour in Budapest. The crawl visits four bars in the VII District, finishing at the city's biggest ruin pub where you can carry on until sunrise. A free shot is included at every stop along the route.
How Budapest's nightlife zones break down
This is ground zero for Budapest nightlife. Kazinczy utca and Dob utca are lined with ruin bars, craft beer spots, and clubs that stay open until dawn. Szimpla Kert sits at the heart of it all, and most of the city's best party hostels are within a ten-minute walk.
The V District sits on the Pest side of the Danube, running along the riverfront from Vörösmarty tér down towards Fővám tér. It's more polished than the VII, with cocktail bars and rooftop terraces overlooking the Buda skyline. A good base if you want nightlife within reach but prefer quieter streets to sleep on.
Andrássy út cuts through the VI District, a wide boulevard lined with grand architecture leading up to Heroes' Square. The area around Liszt Ferenc tér is packed with outdoor terrace bars that fill up from early evening. It borders the VII District, so you're never far from the ruin bar strip.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
The original Budapest ruin bar, open since 2002, and still the one everyone visits first. Mismatched furniture, graffiti-covered walls, and a labyrinthine layout spread across multiple courtyard levels keep it interesting even when it's packed. Beers run around €2–3 and the crowd is a reliable mix of tourists and locals.
A sprawling club complex that links two venues across multiple floors, dance floors, and bars. Different rooms play different genres, from techno and house to pop and hip-hop, so you can move around depending on your mood. It gets genuinely busy after midnight and stays open until the early hours most nights.
A craft beer ruin bar that goes heavy on local Hungarian brews and rotating guest taps. The vibe is more relaxed than Szimpla, with a courtyard that fills up on warm evenings and a crowd that's serious about what it's drinking. A good stop before heading deeper into the VII District.
One of Budapest's most popular mainstream clubs, running themed nights and live DJ sets across several floors. Known for pulling big crowds of backpackers and students, with drink deals that make it easy to stay longer than planned. Entry is often free before midnight.
A rooftop bar and club perched on top of the Corvin department store with views across the city. In summer it operates as an open-air venue with DJ nights running from sunset into the early hours. The setting alone makes it worth the trip.
A large outdoor ruin bar garden that comes into its own between May and September. There's a relaxed atmosphere earlier in the evening that shifts to a proper party once the DJs start. Drinks are affordable and the space is big enough that it rarely feels overcrowded.
A compact underground club with a loyal following in Budapest's electronic music scene. Expect dark rooms, a serious sound system, and a crowd that shows up for the music rather than the Instagram moment. Doors open late and things don't get going until after 1am.