3 reviewed party hostels · from €11.51/night · Hostelworld rated
Palomino isn’t your typical party town, but that’s exactly why backpackers end up staying longer than planned. The nightlife here revolves around beach bonfires, reggae bars, and open-air shacks where the rum flows cheap and the music doesn’t stop until sunrise. Head to **La Finca Bar** or **Siempre Vivo** after dark: both are just off the main road, a 10-minute walk from most hostels, and packed with travellers swapping stories over cold Aguila beers or cocktails made with fresh coconut water.
The hostel scene is small but social. Places like **The Dreamer** and **Casa del Pavo Real** double as hangout spots, with communal kitchens, hammock zones, and organised trips to nearby waterfalls or jungle hikes. Don’t expect clubbing until 6 AM, but do expect to meet people who’ll convince you to extend your stay.
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This place is a little piece of heaven on Earth. The hostel is great for party maniacs, with plenty of daily activities. The vibrant on-site bar is hosting live music venues, DJs, and regular happy hour deals. Chill by the pool during the day, and join the rest of travellers for fun pub crawls in the night.
Fun party hostel with live music sessions by the pool and plenty of social activities. Common areas with hammocks and cosy seating are perfect spots where you can meet other backpackers. There is also a beautiful garden where you can practice your yoga or take an afternoon nap. The common kitchen is huge, with daily free tasty breakfast served.
Primaluna is a great social hostel, perfect for young travellers and students. The amazing on-site bar and restaurant have a wide choice of drinks and meals. Guests can enjoy pizza nights, live music sessions, beer pong tournaments, happy hour deals, themed dinners, free breakfast, and much more.
How Palomino's nightlife zones break down
The heart of Palomino’s social scene. This stretch of sand is lined with bars, hostels, and open-air restaurants. The main road runs parallel, with most hostels tucked between Calle Principal and the beach. At night, the area transforms into a string of bonfires and music spots.
The town’s main drag, where you’ll find shops, comedores, and the bus drop-off point. It’s dusty and lively during the day, with fruit stalls and artisan vendors. At night, it quiets down, but a few bars like **La Finca** keep the energy going.
A 20-minute walk inland from the beach, this is where the jungle meets the river. Hostels here are quieter, with private cabanas and river tubing on offer. The **Río Bar** is the main nightlife spot, but most people come for the scenery and tranquillity.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
A ramshackle beachfront bar with tree-trunk benches and hammocks strung between palm trees. Reggae and salsa play most nights, and the crowd is a mix of backpackers and locals. Happy hour runs from 5–7 PM, with cocktails at 12,000 COP (£2.50). Bonfires are lit after 9 PM, and it’s not unusual to see impromptu drum circles.
The liveliest spot in Palomino after dark. This open-air bar has a sand floor, fairy lights, and a stage for live bands or DJs. Expect cumbia, electronic, and the occasional karaoke night. Entry is free, but drinks are pricier at 18,000 COP (£3.50) for a cocktail. Gets packed by 11 PM.
A chilled-out hostel bar that spills onto the sand. The crowd is mostly guests from **The Dreamer** and **Casa del Pavo Real**, but anyone is welcome. Beers cost 5,000 COP (£1), and the bar serves cheap empanadas until midnight. Live music on Thursdays.
A newer spot with a focus on electronic music and sunset views. The owner, a Colombian DJ, often spins sets himself. Entry is 10,000 COP (£2) after 9 PM, which includes a free shot of aguardiente. The vibe is more intimate, with bean bags and low tables.
Not a bar, but a weekly event worth planning your stay around. The hostel organises bonfires on the beach every Saturday, with cheap rum punch, guitar sessions, and marshmallows. Free for guests, 10,000 COP (£2) for outsiders. Starts at 7 PM and goes until the fire dies down.
A riverside spot 15 minutes’ walk from the beach. The bar is set in a jungle clearing, with swings over the water and hammocks in the trees. Cocktails are 15,000 COP (£3), and the crowd is a mix of travellers and digital nomads. Live music on Sundays.
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