3 reviewed party hostels · from €14.96/night · Hostelworld rated
Salento isn’t just coffee farms and wax palms: it’s a small town with a nightlife scene that punches above its weight. The action centres on **Calle Real**, where a billiards bar less than a block from the main plaza becomes the default meeting spot by 9 PM. Backpackers and locals mix over cheap beers and pool tables, and the vibe spills into the hostel bars later. **Viajero Hostel Salento** runs the liveliest in-house bar, drawing crowds from nearby Coffee Tree and other spots. Most hostels are within a five-minute walk of the plaza, so you’re never far from the next round or a spontaneous game of ping-pong.
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Amazing social hostel with nice vibes and friendly atmosphere. The hostel features a beautiful garden and cosy lounge where you can hang out with other travellers. Vibrant on-site bar always crowded with people is hosting the best happy hour deals and live music sessions. A homemade continental breakfast is available for free.
A perfect social hostel for nature lovers and adventurers. Huge common areas are awesome social spots where you can bond with other travellers. The staff is very helpful and always happy to share nice stories about the local culture. Free healthy breakfast with fruits and pancakes available every morning.
Bindi, nestled in Colombia’s vibrant coffee region, is a party hotspot with a lively bar hosting starry-sky game nights and dance sessions. Its buzzing terrace, serving fresh Colombian coffee, sparks social vibes. Surrounded by nightlife, Bindi’s daily events and friendly staff make it a gem for an epic, party-packed adventure in a culturally rich setting.
How Salento's nightlife zones break down
The heart of Salento, where Calle Real and the main plaza sit. Most hostels, bars, and restaurants are here, all within a five-minute walk. The plaza itself is quiet after dark, but the side streets buzz with backpackers and locals.
A 10-minute walk uphill from the plaza, this neighbourhood offers hostels with valley views. It’s quieter than the centre but still has a few bars and cafés. The mirador here is the best spot for sunset drinks.
Not a nightlife hub, but a few fincas and hostels near the valley entrance serve drinks. It’s a 20-minute jeep ride from town, so most people come for daytime hikes and stay for one beer before heading back.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
This no-frills bar is the default pre-game spot. Two pool tables, 7,000 COP beers, and a crowd that shifts from backpackers to locals as the night goes on. It fills up by 9 PM, so grab a table early. The bar stays open until midnight, but most people move on to hostel bars by 11 PM.
The liveliest in-house bar in town. Happy hour runs 6–8 PM with 5,000 COP beers and 10,000 COP cocktails. Expect reggaeton, salsa, and the occasional live cumbia band. The bar closes at 1 AM, but the party often spills into the courtyard until 2 AM.
A cosy garden bar with fairy lights and hammocks. They serve local craft beer at 8,000 COP and homemade aguardiente shots for 5,000 COP. The crowd is a mix of hostel guests and day-trippers who come for the sunset views. Open until midnight.
The only dedicated club in town, tucked behind the main square. Entry is 10,000 COP and includes one drink. Music leans toward reggaeton and electronic, with the occasional salsa night. Gets busy after 11 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. Last entry at 1 AM.
A small but social bar with a rooftop terrace. Beers are 6,000 COP, and they offer a 12,000 COP cocktail menu. The crowd is mostly hostel guests, so it’s easy to meet people. Open until 1 AM, but the rooftop closes at midnight when it rains.
A quieter spot for early evening drinks. They serve locally sourced coffee cocktails for 12,000 COP and craft beer at 9,000 COP. The bar closes at 10 PM, but it’s a good place to start the night if you want to avoid the late crowd.
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