4 reviewed party hostels · from €9.80/night · Hostelworld rated
Zagreb’s nightlife kicks off in Tkalčićeva Street, a narrow lane packed with bars where locals and travellers spill onto the pavement by 9 PM. The hostel scene here is small but sharp: most places cluster around the Upper Town, putting you within ten minutes of the action. Whole Wide World Hostel runs its own bar downstairs, so the pre-drinks start early, while Chillout Hostel keeps the vibe going until midnight with cheap beer and a lunch menu that saves you from overpriced tourist traps. If you’re after a proper crawl, the city centre pub tours leave from Ban Jelačić Square, yellow-shirted guides herding groups toward shot deals and club entry before 1 AM.
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The beautiful hostel has easy access to some of the town's major tourist and nightlife attractions. It has amazing in-house party events that include karaoke nights, pub quiz and beer pong tournaments and other fun events every day of the week. It offers the cheapest pub crawl in town. The hostel has three floors, a bar that serves till midnight after which travellers are generally taken outdoors on nightly fun activities. Staff are nice and guest socialising is strongly emphasised.
This amazing hostel features a lively bar with daily themes and live DJs. The restaurant serves traditional food. One can hang out with fellow travellers all night at the bar. The hostel organises fun activities like free walking tours of the city, karaoke and movie nights, theme nights and pub crawls to encourage mingling amongst travellers. There is a huge park to chill out at right next to the building. In spring and in summer, the outdoor terrace is opened for guests.
The hostel offers a beautiful lounge bar that serves delicious drink (rakija shots and Croatian beer are a special attraction) at affordable prices. The atmosphere is musical, relaxed and the staff are very friendly. The common areas have comfortable sofas and hammocks to relax in. To encourage guest socialising, the hostel organises nightly activities like uno night, movie night, alternative tours of the city, poker night, shisha night and a lot more fun events. Great social atmosphere.
Swanky Mint is your ultimate party destination in Zagreb, where young travellers converge to experience the city's vibrant nightlife. Hang out in the cool, quirky facilities, meet locals at the adjoining bar, and enjoy the sunny terraces. With a seasonal pool and a renowned cocktail bar hosting popular DJs, Swanky Mint ensures unforgettable party memories.
Organised nights out with a local guide
A guided tour that hits three bars and ends in a club. The crawl starts at 9 PM with a welcome shot, then moves through a mix of hostel bars and local pubs. Challenges and drinking games keep the group bonded, and the ticket includes a free drink at each stop. The night usually wraps up at Aquarius Club or Močvara, depending on the crowd’s mood.
How Zagreb's nightlife zones break down
A compact area in Upper Town, Kaptol is where most party hostels set up shop. The streets are quiet during the day, but by 9 PM, the sound of clinking glasses spills from hostel bars and nearby pubs. It’s a five-minute walk to Tkalčićeva Street and ten minutes to Ban Jelačić Square, putting you right in the middle of the action.
A pedestrian-only street lined with bars, Tkalčićeva is the backbone of Zagreb’s nightlife. During the day, it’s a pleasant place for a coffee, but by evening, the tables fill with groups drinking cheap beer and shots. The street sits between Upper and Lower Town, making it a convenient stop between sightseeing and clubbing.
A man-made lake on the western edge of the city, Jarun is where locals go to escape the tourist crowds. The area around the lake is packed with clubs and beach bars, especially in summer. Aquarius Club is the biggest draw, but smaller spots along the shore keep the party going until sunrise. It’s a 20-minute tram ride from the city centre.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
This hostel bar doubles as the starting point for most backpacker nights. Happy hour runs from 8 PM to 10 PM, with 2 EUR beers and a shot special. The crowd is a mix of hostel guests and locals who’ve heard about the cheap drinks. By 11 PM, the place is standing-room only, and the staff start handing out flyers for the night’s pub crawl.
Open until midnight, this bar keeps things simple with 2.50 EUR Karlovačko beer and a lunch menu that’s a lifesaver after a heavy night. The vibe is low-key: more about refuelling than raging: but it’s where you’ll find the last of the hostel crowd nursing hangovers or planning the next night out.
A string of bars along a pedestrian street, each with outdoor seating that spills onto the pavement. Prices climb as you move uphill, but the first few spots near the bottom keep beers under 3 EUR. By 10 PM, the street is packed, and the music from competing bars blends into a messy soundtrack. No cover charges, just show up and grab a table.
A grungy, underground club in a former factory, Močvara books live bands and DJs playing everything from punk to electronic. Entry is 5–7 EUR, which includes a drink. The crowd is a mix of students and alternative locals: expect sticky floors and a no-frills atmosphere. Doors open at 11 PM, but the place doesn’t fill until after midnight.
A rooftop brewery with craft beer and a view over the city. Pints start at 4 EUR, but the real draw is the outdoor terrace, which fills up by sunset. It’s more of a hangout than a party spot, but the crowd often migrates to nearby clubs after a few rounds. Happy hour runs from 4 PM to 6 PM.
A dimly lit cocktail bar with expertly mixed drinks, Hemingway is where you go when you’re tired of cheap beer. Cocktails run 8–10 EUR, but the two-for-one happy hour from 6 PM to 8 PM softens the blow. The crowd is older and more subdued: ideal for a quieter start to the night.
Zagreb’s biggest club, split into indoor and outdoor sections with a pool in the middle. Entry is 10 EUR, which includes a drink. The music leans toward commercial EDM and house, and the crowd is a mix of tourists and locals. Doors open at 11 PM, but the party really starts after 1 AM.