1 reviewed party hostel · from €5.13/night · Hostelworld rated
Moscow’s nightlife doesn’t stop when the metro shuts at 1am. By 2am, the streets around Tverskaya Street and Patriarshiye Prudy are packed with groups spilling out of basement bars and rooftop clubs. The hostel scene here is just as lively. Places like **Fasol Hostel & Bar** double as social hubs, with cheap beer on tap and a crowd that’s up for anything: whether that’s a pre-drinks session or an impromptu pub crawl. Most party hostels sit within walking distance of the Kremlin, so you can sightsee by day and bar-hop by night without wasting time on transport. Just don’t expect things to kick off before midnight; Russians start late and finish later.
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NETIZEN Moscow Rimskaya a hostel that is just in a few steps of the Golden Gate and other touristic locations, you'll have at your disposition cafes, dining rooms, restaurants and more! This is one of the best hostels you can find in Moscow, which has also been awarded for it. NETIZEN has from co-working zones to common areas with TVs, comfort sofas, PlayStations, board games among other amenities, the most important one: a big screen for sport broadcasts and watch films. And, let's not forget the 24hrs bar with drinks at affordable price.
Organised nights out with a local guide
A guided bar-hopping tour that visits four venues in one night. The crawl starts with a welcome shot at a hostel bar, then moves to a mix of dive bars and clubs. Includes a free cocktail at one stop and discounts on drinks at others. The group is usually 15–25 people, mostly backpackers. Runs every Friday and Saturday.
A pub crawl on wheels. The tour starts in a retro Soviet van, which drives the group to three bars and a nightclub. Includes unlimited vodka shots in the van, a free cocktail at the first bar, and skip-the-line entry to the club. The van leaves at 9pm sharp and drops you off at your hostel at 3am. Runs nightly in summer, weekends only in winter.
How Moscow's nightlife zones break down
The city’s nightlife core, packed with bars, clubs, and hostels. Tverskaya Street is the main drag, lined with neon signs and late-night kebab stands. The area is safe but pricey: expect to pay 500 RUB for a cocktail. Most hostels here, like **Godzillas** and **Fasol**, are a 10-minute walk from the Kremlin.
A maze of cobbled streets and hidden courtyards, just east of the Kremlin. The bars here are tucked behind unmarked doors, and the clubs are small but loud. It’s cheaper than Tverskoy: beer starts at 200 RUB: and the crowd is a mix of students and expats. The area quiets down by 2am, but a few basement clubs stay open until 6am.
A leafy, residential area that turns into a nightlife hotspot after dark. The pond at the centre is surrounded by benches and late-night food stalls. Bars here are low-key: think craft beer and board games: but the clubs, like **Propaganda**, pack in the crowds. It’s a 20-minute metro ride from the city centre, but worth it for the local vibe.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
This hostel bar is where backpackers start the night. Beer costs 180 RUB, and the staff organise free shots if you buy a round. The crowd is a mix of Russians and travellers, and the music leans toward indie and throwback pop. It’s open until 6am on weekends, but things get messy by 3am.
A rooftop club with views over the Moscow River. Entry is 1,200 RUB, but it includes a welcome drink. The music is house and techno, and the crowd is dressed to impress: think heels and collared shirts. Gets busy after 1am, with a queue forming by midnight. Cover charge jumps to 1,500 RUB after 2am.
A basement club on Tverskaya Street that packs in 300 people by 2am. The music is a mix of Russian pop and international hits, and the dance floor is always sticky. Entry is 800 RUB, but hostel guests often get discounts if they show their keycard. Last entry is 3am, but the party goes until 7am.
A dive bar hidden behind an unmarked door in Kitay-Gorod. No sign, just a buzzer: ring it and hope someone lets you in. Inside, it’s all dim lighting, vinyl records, and cheap vodka shots (100 RUB). The crowd is local artists and backpackers, and the music is punk and rock. Open until 5am, but the vibe is low-key until after midnight.
A high-end bar on the 34th floor of the Radisson Royal Hotel. Cocktails cost 600 RUB, but the view over the Kremlin is worth it. The crowd is older: late 20s to 40s: and the music is lounge and deep house. Happy hour runs from 5pm to 8pm, but it’s still pricey. Dress smart; bouncers turn away trainers and ripped jeans.
A gay-friendly club in the basement of a former factory. The music is electro and disco, and the crowd is a mix of locals and travellers. Entry is 700 RUB, but it includes a drink token. Gets busy after 1am, with drag shows starting at 2am on weekends. Open until 6am, but the dance floor clears out by 5am.
An outdoor bar on the edge of the Moscow River, right next to the Red October chocolate factory. The crowd is young and international, and the music is chill: think acoustic covers and deep house. Beer costs 300 RUB, and the bar stays open until midnight, but people linger until 2am. Best in summer; closes in winter.