3 reviewed party hostels · from €10.00/night · Hostelworld rated
Ios doesn’t just talk about partying: it delivers. The island’s nightlife orbits around **Chora**, the capital, where bars and clubs spill across the hillside and keep going until sunrise. **Far Out Beach Club** is the day-time anchor, drawing backpackers with cheap drinks, loud music, and a poolside dance floor. By night, the action shifts to **Chora’s alleys**, where places like **Blue Note** waive cover charges for hostel guests and pour €5 cocktails until 4 AM.
Hostels here aren’t just beds: they’re part of the scene. Many throw their own barbecues, film nights by the pool, and even run free shuttles to the beach clubs. Stay in **Chora** if you want to stumble home in five minutes; stay near **Mylopotas Beach** if you prefer a short taxi ride but a quieter morning.
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Enjoy the sun by the pool and have sunset cocktails on the terrace. Offering your first drink for free, their bar is great to meet other travellers to party at the hostel or head later to the famous nightlife of Ios. And you don't need to worry about waking up early for breakfast, it's served till 2pm.
The Far Out Beach Club is more than just a party hostel. It's a party zone for backpackers. For your chill out needs you have their pool bar & restaurant, perfect for a drink at sunset. Or pop next door to the Far Out Camping bar where music never stops. Pool Tables - Live Music - Outdoor Cinema - swimming pool. All your needs covered
Offering a pool bar where you can enjoy your drink, special discounts for groups and being very close to the night life, this hostel is a good base to party away. Friendly staff and atmosphere will make you feel welcome at this hostel.
Organised nights out with a local guide
A guided tour of the island’s hottest bars and clubs, skipping the lines and often securing free shots. The crawl visits 4–5 venues, including **Slammer Bar** and **Scorpion Club**, and includes a welcome drink. Groups are kept small, so you’ll meet other travellers quickly. The crawl starts at 10:30 PM and runs until the early hours.
How Ios's nightlife zones break down
The island’s capital and nightlife hub. The maze-like streets are packed with bars, clubs, and souvenir shops. The main bar street runs from the port to the windmills, with venues like **Slammer Bar** and **Blue Note Club** drawing crowds every night. The hilltop churches offer epic sunset views, best enjoyed with a €3 beer from a kiosk.
A 10-minute bus ride from Chora, this is where the daytime parties happen. The beach is lined with sunbeds (€5 for the day) and bars like **Far Out Beach Club**. At night, the action moves to beachfront clubs, but the area is quieter than Chora: ideal if you want a lie-in.
The arrival point for ferries, Yialos is more functional than fun. It has a few waterfront tavernas and a couple of bars, but most backpackers head straight to Chora. Useful for last-minute supplies or a quick meal before catching a ferry. The bus to Chora leaves every 30 minutes and takes 10 minutes.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
The island’s daytime party hub. Expect poolside DJs, €4 beers, and a dance floor that fills by 3 PM. The crowd is mostly 18–25, and the music leans toward house and commercial hits. Free entry before 6 PM, then €5 cover. Hosts foam parties and beer pong tournaments most afternoons.
A Chora staple, open from midnight until 6 AM. The music is a mix of EDM and throwback anthems, and the crowd spills onto the outdoor terrace. Entry is free for hostel guests; otherwise, €10 cover includes a drink. Cocktails cost €8–€10, and the place gets packed after 2 AM.
Famous for its slammer cocktails: you down them, slam the glass, and the whole bar chants your name. Happy hour runs 6–9 PM with €3 beers and €4 cocktails. The crowd is rowdy but friendly, and the staff keep the energy high with drinking games. No cover charge.
The biggest club on the island, with a capacity of 1,500. Resident DJs play techno and trance, and the laser show starts after 1 AM. Entry is €10–€15, depending on the night, and includes a drink. Dress to impress: bouncers enforce a smart-casual policy. Gets busy after midnight.
A chilled bar-restaurant that turns into a party spot after 11 PM. The music is a mix of indie and commercial, and the crowd is a bit older than at the beach clubs. Cocktails cost €7–€9, and the outdoor seating is perfect for people-watching. No cover charge.
A smaller, more intimate club with a focus on house and disco. The dance floor is tight, and the crowd is a mix of locals and backpackers. Entry is €5 after midnight, and drinks cost €7–€9. Open until 5 AM, it’s a good option if you’re not ready to call it a night.
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