Party hostels are a step above regular backpacker digs. They are purpose-built for social travel: on-site bars, organised pub crawls, nightly events, and a crowd that's ready to explore. A great party hostel puts you at the centre of the action with like-minded travellers and a team that knows the local nightlife inside out.
Answers to the most common questions from party travellers worldwide.
A party hostel is a hostel specifically designed for social travellers who want to combine affordable accommodation with nightlife. They typically feature on-site bars, organised pub crawls, nightly events, and a crowd that's ready to explore. Unlike standard backpacker hostels, party hostels are purpose-built for meeting people and experiencing local nightlife.
The best party hostels in Europe are concentrated in cities like Amsterdam, Ibiza, Berlin, Prague, Magaluf, and Krakow. Look for hostels with on-site bars, Hostelworld ratings above 8.5, organised events like pub crawls or club nights, and central locations near nightlife districts. Our city guides rank the top options with verified ratings and prices.
Southeast Asia offers the cheapest party hostel destinations. Koh Phangan (Thailand), Bangkok, Bali, and Ho Chi Minh City offer dorm beds from $6-10/night, with free entry to parties and cheap drinks. In Europe, Krakow (Poland) and Budapest are the most budget-friendly party destinations, with beds from $12/night.
Yes. Reputable party hostels are generally safe. Look for hostels with secure lockers, key-card room access, 24-hour reception, and high review scores on Hostelworld (8.0+). Always keep your valuables locked up, stay aware of your drinks, and travel with others on pub crawls. Our listings only include verified hostels with strong safety track records.
The top-rated party hostels in Amsterdam include The Flying Pig Downtown, Bulldog Hotel, and Shelter Jordan. The Flying Pig Downtown is consistently rated 9.0+ on Hostelworld, known for its legendary bar nights, central location, and lively common areas. It is one of Europe's most famous party hostels.
Party hostel dorm beds typically cost $8-25/night depending on location. Southeast Asia averages $6-12/night, Eastern Europe $10-16/night, Western Europe $15-25/night, and Australia/New Zealand $20-35/night. Private rooms in party hostels range from $30-80/night. Most include free events, pub crawl discounts, or hostel bar deals.
