4 reviewed party hostels · from €17.21/night · Hostelworld rated
Liverpool’s nightlife doesn’t just live in the history books: it spills onto the streets every weekend. Mathew Street is the obvious starting point, where The Cavern Club still packs in crowds for live music, and Jenever Gin Bar serves up cocktails that cost less than a taxi ride home. The hostel scene here is small but sharp. You’ll find places like Malacuna Hostel on the edge of the action, where the bar stays open late and the bunks are cheap enough to leave room in your budget for another round. Most party hostels sit within a 15-minute walk of Concert Square, the city’s main nightlife hub, so you won’t waste time or money on transport after dark.
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Great social hostel with friendly and helpful staff. They offer a daily guided Beatles and city tours. The hostel’s specialties are themed nights, dedicated to wine tasting, Football, quiz and games, arts, and discussions, etc. Party area with local pubs and clubs is just a 5 min walk from the hostel.
Kabannas Liverpool is a nice social place where you can meet guest from all around the world. Well-located in the heart of the city, right next to the famous Cavern club. Great on-site bar with a vibrant atmosphere and live music events. Special discounts on drinks for all the guests.
Cosy social hostel with a chill and friendly atmosphere. The hostel features a great on-site bar, always bustling with people. There are also huge common areas where travellers gather and hang out. Well-located and highly recommended for concert-goers and music enthusiasts. The amazing staff is always happy to chat and share cool stories about the city.
Selina Liverpool features an amazing on-site bar, where you can have a great time and watch live entertainment. They host a lot of events and parties. It is a nice place to stay if you want to explore Liverpool’s famous nightlife scene. It also has a movie room and it is very cozy.
Organised nights out with a local guide
Liverpool’s most popular crawl, running every Friday and Saturday. The tour visits five bars and ends at a club, with a welcome shot at each stop. Tickets include queue jumps and drink discounts. The crawl starts at McCooleys Bar on Wood Street at 8 PM and finishes around 1 AM at a club like Level or Pryzm.
A more relaxed crawl focusing on Liverpool’s historic pubs, like The Philharmonic and The Jacaranda. The tour runs daily, visiting four pubs with a guide who shares stories about the city’s music and maritime history. A pint is included in the price, and the crawl lasts around 3 hours.
How Liverpool's nightlife zones break down
A maze of narrow streets and converted warehouses, Ropewalks is where you’ll find Liverpool’s indie scene. Bold Street is the main drag, lined with vintage shops, record stores, and late-night eats like Maray and Mowgli. The area sits between Concert Square and the Baltic Triangle, so it’s easy to hop between bars without needing a taxi.
Once an industrial zone, the Baltic Triangle is now Liverpool’s creative hub. Street art covers the walls, and warehouses host everything from underground clubs to street food markets. It’s a 10-minute walk from the city centre, but the bars here: like District and Camp & Furnace: stay open later and play host to a more local crowd.
The heart of Liverpool’s nightlife, Concert Square is where you’ll find chain clubs, student crowds, and £1 shots. It’s loud, busy, and unapologetically rowdy. If you’re staying in a party hostel, you’ll end up here at least once. The square is surrounded by fast-food joints and 24-hour kebab shops: perfect for soaking up the night’s drinks.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
This is where The Beatles cut their teeth, and the basement stage still hosts live bands every night. Expect covers, originals, and the occasional tribute act: crowds sing along to every word. Entry is £5–£10, and the place gets rammed by 9 PM, so arrive early if you want a seat near the stage.
A Dutch-style gin house with over 100 gins and tonics served in bulbous glasses. Happy hour runs until 8 PM, with cocktails at £5. The basement bar has a speakeasy feel, and the staff will let you sample before you commit. It’s small, so it fills up fast on weekends.
A multi-floor club with different music on each level: cheesy pop, R&B, and drum & bass. Entry is £5–£10, and drinks cost £4–£6. The crowd is mostly students and stag dos, so it’s loud, sweaty, and unapologetically fun. Doors open at 10 PM, but it doesn’t get busy until midnight.
A 1920s-style cocktail bar hidden behind an unmarked door on Berry Street. The menu is short but well-curated, with drinks costing £8–£12. It’s tiny: only 20 seats: so it’s best for small groups. The bartenders mix drinks with precision, and the jazz playlist sets the mood.
A Baltic Triangle staple with a rooftop bar and underground club. The rooftop is open from May to September, serving £6 cocktails and street food. Downstairs, DJs play house and techno until 4 AM. Entry is £5–£10, and the crowd is a mix of locals and travellers.
A legendary pub where The Beatles played their first gigs. Today, it’s a no-frills spot with cheap pints (£3.50–£4.50) and live music most nights. The upstairs room is tiny, so it feels like a house party. Get there before 9 PM to grab a seat.
A warehouse venue in the Baltic Triangle with everything from live bands to silent discos. The main bar serves craft beers and cocktails for £5–£7, and the outdoor area has food trucks. It’s a bit further out, but worth the walk for the eclectic crowd and laid-back vibe.
The starting point for most pub crawls in Liverpool. It’s a traditional Irish pub with £3.50 pints and a rowdy crowd. The bar staff are used to groups, so service is quick. If you’re joining a crawl, meet here at 7:30 PM: don’t be late, or you’ll hold up the group.
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