4 reviewed party hostels · from €7.99/night · Hostelworld rated
Mostar’s nightlife punches above its weight for a city this size. The action centres on **One Way** bar and **The Cave**, a basement club where hostel groups gather after midnight. The music leans toward Balkan beats and commercial hits, and the crowd is a mix of backpackers and locals who don’t mind a late one.
Hostels here are small, social, and often family-run. Many have rooftop terraces that double as impromptu pre-drink spots before heading out. The scene is cheap: expect to pay £1.50 for a pint in happy hour: and the Old Bridge is never more than a ten-minute walk away, so you can sightsee by day and bar-hop by night without changing postcode.
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Hostel David brings authentic Herzegovinian nights to life with its lively courtyard bar serving local beer, wine, and rakija. The spacious courtyard transforms into party central each evening, where travellers gather for drinks and socialising. Just 10 minutes from the Old Bridge, it's perfect for pre-drinks before hitting Mostar's vibrant nightlife scene.
Hostel Balkaneros ignites Mostar's party scene with its energetic atmosphere and welcome drinks. The garden becomes a social hub as night falls, with travellers enjoying local beers and rakija while playing billiards and darts. Located 400m from the Old Bridge, this hostel's themed nights and games keep the party going strong.
Taso's House rocks Mostar's social scene with its intimate party vibe and great drinks deals. The lively common room is perfect for spontaneous gatherings and pre-drinks, while its location near the Old Bridge puts you steps from the best bars. Small but mighty, it's ideal for solo travellers seeking epic nights out.
Hostel Backpackers' legendary rooftop bar and terrace dominate Mostar's skyline party scene. Just 2 minutes from the Old Bridge, it's famous for sunset drinks with city views and social gatherings that last into the night. Adventure tours often end in impromptu parties, making it perfect for those seeking unforgettable nights out.
Organised nights out with a local guide
Starts at **Pub Charlie** with a free welcome shot, then moves to three more bars: usually **One Way**, **The Cave**, and a local dive. Includes a drink at each stop and a shot competition. The crawl runs Thursday to Saturday, meeting at 20:30 outside Pub Charlie.
How Mostar's nightlife zones break down
The postcard part of Mostar, with the famous bridge and Ottoman-era houses. The streets are cobbled and narrow, so bars here are small and intimate. It’s touristy but undeniably pretty: best for sunset drinks on a rooftop.
Centred around Kralja Petra Krešimira IV, this area has cheaper bars and a student crowd. Pubs like **Pub Charlie** stay busy until 02:00 on weeknights. It’s a ten-minute walk from the Old Town, so you’ll save money without losing time.
Across the river from the Old Town, this is where locals go. The bars are bigger, the music louder, and the prices lower. **OKC Abrašević** is here, along with a few late-night clubs that don’t fill until after midnight. Walk or take a taxi: it’s 15 minutes from the hostel strip.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
A basement club underneath a bar of the same name. The music is a mix of Balkan turbo-folk and mainstream EDM, and the dance floor gets packed after 01:00. Entry is free before midnight, 5 KM after. Expect shots passed around by locals: accept at least one.
The go-to pre-drink spot. Happy hour runs 21:00-23:00 with 2 KM beers and 3 KM cocktails. The terrace overlooks the Old Bridge, so you can watch the sunset before heading downstairs to The Cave. Gets loud once the group tours arrive.
A pub-style bar with wooden benches and a long happy hour (18:00-22:00). The crowd is a mix of Erasmus students and hostel guests. Try the local **Nektar** beer on tap for 3 KM. It’s a five-minute walk from the university, so it fills early on weeknights.
A British-style pub with dartboards and Sky Sports. The crowd is older: think 25+ backpackers and expats. Pints are 4 KM, but the Sunday roast (12 KM) is worth it if you’re homesick. Live music on Fridays, usually a local covers band.
A hookah lounge that turns into a bar after 22:00. The music is Middle Eastern and reggaeton, and the crowd is mostly locals. Shisha costs 10 KM, cocktails 5 KM. It’s tucked down an alley off Braće Fejića: look for the neon sign.
A cultural centre with a bar in the courtyard. It’s not a club, but the vibe is lively: live bands, poetry slams, and cheap rakija (2 KM a shot). Opens at 18:00, closes when the last person leaves. Ten minutes’ walk from the Old Bridge.