3 reviewed party hostels · from €0.40/night · Hostelworld rated
Montevideo’s nightlife doesn’t kick off until after midnight, and the real action happens in Pocitos, not the city centre. If you’re used to Northern European or US club hours, this will feel late. locals don’t even think about heading to a club before 1am, and they’ll stay until 6 or 7am. MedioMundo Hostel, a five-minute walk from Pocitos Beach, runs its own bar and is the go-to spot for backpackers looking to meet people. The hostel’s weekly pub crawl hits three or four bars before ending at a club, usually somewhere on Avenida Italia or 25 de Mayo. Expect cheap beer, cheap cocktails, and a crowd that’s up for dancing until sunrise.
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Great party hostel, surrounded by vibrant bars, pubs, and restaurants with local food. Guests can enjoy drinks, cocktails, and snacks at the hostel’s bar. The atrium is a huge space where everyone convenes for beer, spontaneous salsa dancing, good conversation, and live guitar music.
A well-kept hostel located in a two-story house from the end of the 19th century, renovated with careful decoration, located near the main points of interest in the city of Montevideo, the hostel has a full kitchen, BBQ, games room, table billiards and terrace.
A nice and colorful hostel, ideal for meeting other travelers, it has a bar with a terrace, a well-equipped kitchen and a lot more!
Organised nights out with a local guide
This crawl meets at Plaza Independencia and visits three bars before ending at a club in Pocitos. The tour includes a welcome drink, a free shot at each stop, and discounts on cocktails. The guide, usually Juan, is a local who knows the city’s nightlife inside out. It’s a good option if you’re not staying at MedioMundo Hostel.
How Montevideo's nightlife zones break down
Pocitos is the heart of Montevideo’s nightlife, with beachfront bars, clubs, and hostels all within walking distance. Avenida Italia and Rambla República de Chile are the main strips, lined with places to drink and dance. The beach is right there, so you can start the night with a sunset caipirinha and end it with a sunrise swim.
The Old Town is quieter at night but has a few hidden bars and live music spots. It’s where you’ll find Moby Dick Club, one of the few places that gets busy before 2am. During the day, it’s great for street art and cafés, but after dark, most of the action moves to Pocitos.
A student-heavy neighbourhood just north of Pocitos, Cordón has dive bars and cheap eats. El Pony Pisador is the most popular spot, with cheap beer and a grungy atmosphere. It’s not as polished as Pocitos, but it’s where you’ll find the cheapest drinks in the city.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
A backpacker favourite in Pocitos, Shannon feels like a proper Irish pub but with cheaper drinks. The crowd is a mix of locals and travellers, and the music leans toward rock and indie. Happy hour runs from 6pm to 9pm, with pints at 150 UYU (£3). It’s a good place to start the night before heading to a club.
One of the few clubs that gets busy before 2am, Moby Dick plays electronic and reggaeton. The crowd is mostly under 30, and the dance floor fills up fast. Entry is free before midnight, then 250 UYU (£5) after. Drinks are pricey. expect to pay 350 UYU (£7) for a cocktail.
A beachfront bar in Pocitos that turns into a club after midnight. The music is a mix of Latin, pop, and electronic, and the outdoor terrace is perfect for people-watching. Entry is free, but drinks cost 250–350 UYU (£5–£7). It’s a 10-minute walk from MedioMundo Hostel.
A dive bar in Cordón that’s popular with students and backpackers. The vibe is grungy, the beer is cheap (120 UYU/£2.50 for a pint), and the music is loud. It’s open until 4am, but the crowd thins out after 2am when people move on to clubs.
A live music bar in Pocitos that hosts bands most nights. The music is mostly blues, rock, and jazz, and the crowd is older than in the clubs. Entry is free, but drinks cost 200–300 UYU (£4–£6). It’s a good spot if you want a break from electronic music.
A warehouse-turned-club in Pocitos that plays techno and house. The crowd is a mix of locals and tourists, and the dance floor gets packed after 3am. Entry is 300 UYU (£6) and includes one drink. It’s a 15-minute walk from MedioMundo Hostel.
The hostel’s weekly pub crawl visits four bars and ends at a club, usually Moby Dick or La Fábrica. The crawl starts at 11pm and costs 500 UYU (£10), which includes a free shot at each stop and discounted drinks. It’s the easiest way to meet people if you’re travelling solo.