Best Party Hostels
in Tulum

Lum

Straw Hat is the rooftop that packs out every night: expect reggaeton, cheap tequila shots, and a crowd spilling onto the street by midnight. Lum is in Centro, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Straw Hat on Avenida Tulum, Centro. Rooftop bar on the corner of Avenida Tulum and Calle Orion. Batey Mojito Club on Calle Beta Norte, Centro is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €9 a night and rated 7.7. The 7.7 score is low, but at €9 a night it's priced to account for the trade-offs.

Che Tulum Hostel & Bar

Straw Hat is the rooftop that packs out every night: expect reggaeton, cheap tequila shots, and a crowd spilling onto the street by midnight. Che Tulum Hostel & Bar is in Centro, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Straw Hat on Avenida Tulum, Centro. Rooftop bar on the corner of Avenida Tulum and Calle Orion. Batey Mojito Club on Calle Beta Norte, Centro is the fallback option if the first place is packed. The hostel runs salsa classes run most evenings, useful for people arriving without a plan. At 9.0, it's near the top of Tulum's hostel field without being the standout leader.

BAU Tulum

Straw Hat is the rooftop that packs out every night: expect reggaeton, cheap tequila shots, and a crowd spilling onto the street by midnight. BAU Tulum is in Centro, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Straw Hat on Avenida Tulum, Centro. Rooftop bar on the corner of Avenida Tulum and Calle Orion. Batey Mojito Club on Calle Beta Norte, Centro is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €9 a night and rated 7.8. The 7.8 score is low, but at €9 a night it's priced to account for the trade-offs.

Mayan Monkey Tulum

Sun deck, pool, terrace, garden, bar, restaurant – Mayan Monkey hostel has it all. The friendly staff will help you book amazing local tours, snorkelling, and diving. If you prefer to stay in a hostel, charming pool area with outdoor seating and cute lighting is there for you. Plus, the bar gets pretty wild on weekends, when the live music and happy hours are on the menu.

Botanica Tulum

Straw Hat is the rooftop that packs out every night: expect reggaeton, cheap tequila shots, and a crowd spilling onto the street by midnight. Botanica Tulum is in Centro, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Straw Hat on Avenida Tulum, Centro. Rooftop bar on the corner of Avenida Tulum and Calle Orion. Batey Mojito Club on Calle Beta Norte, Centro is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €21 a night and rated 9.9. The 9.9 rating puts Botanica Tulum among the best-reviewed hostels in Tulum.

Centro

The budget heart of Tulum, centred on Avenida Tulum between Calles Alfa and Gamma. Hostels, taco stands, and bars line the streets. The ADO bus station is here, making it the first stop for most backpackers. At night, the road closes to traffic and becomes a pedestrian party zone.

La Veleta

A 15-minute walk south of Centro, La Veleta is quieter but still has a handful of bars and budget hostels. The area is residential, so noise drops after midnight. Good for travellers who want to be close to the action but not in the middle of it.

Beach Road (Tulum Beach)

A 5 km strip of beach clubs and boutique hotels along Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila. Daybeds, DJs, and £10 cocktails. Most hostels here charge £20–£25 for a dorm. Taxis from Centro cost £5–£7, or rent a bike to avoid the traffic.

Rooftop bar on the corner of Avenida Tulum and Calle Orion. Reggaeton and cumbia play until 4 am, with £2 beers and £3 tequila shots. The crowd is 90% backpackers, so it’s easy to meet people. Arrive before midnight to grab a table: after that, expect a queue.

Tiny bar on Calle Beta Norte specialising in mojitos made with local sugarcane. Live son cubano on Thursdays, DJs on weekends. Two-for-one cocktails before 10 pm for £5. Gets packed by 11 pm: stand outside if the dance floor is full.

Beach club 5 km north of town with sunset tech-house sets. £10 cover includes a welcome drink. Daybeds cost extra, but the sand dance floor is free. Taxis from Centro take 10 minutes and cost £5. Dress code: beachwear after 6 pm.

Jungle bar with fire dancers and mezcal tastings. Open from 6 pm until 2 am. £7 cocktails, £4 beers. The vibe is more lounge than rave, but the crowd spills into the trees by 10 pm. Walkable from Centro in 15 minutes or take a £3 taxi.

Two-storey bar on Avenida Tulum with a pool table and £1.50 beers. Karaoke on Tuesdays, pub quiz on Sundays. Happy hour runs 5–7 pm daily. The crowd is a mix of locals and travellers: good for a low-key start to the night.

Full-moon beach parties with international DJs. £20 cover includes a drink and entry to the after-party. Day passes for the beach club are £10 and include a towel. Taxis from Centro take 15 minutes and cost £7. Check their Instagram for event dates.