Best Party Hostels
in Pokhara

Kiwi Backpackers Hostel Pokhara

Pokhara’s nightlife doesn’t shout, but it knows how to throw a good time. Kiwi Backpackers Hostel Pokhara is in Lakeside, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Club Catwalk on Lakeside Road, near Phewa Lake. The closest thing Pokhara has to a proper club. Busy Bee Café on Lakeside Road, opposite the police station is the fallback option if the first place is packed. The hostel runs group BBQ nights, free breakfast, useful for people arriving without a plan. The on-site bar handles pre-drinks before the city takes over. At €5 a night and rated 9.6. A 9.6 rating is consistently high for Pokhara, it holds up across multiple review cycles.

Pokhara Backpackers Hostel

Pokhara’s nightlife doesn’t shout, but it knows how to throw a good time. Pokhara Backpackers Hostel is in Lakeside, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Club Catwalk on Lakeside Road, near Phewa Lake. The closest thing Pokhara has to a proper club. Busy Bee Café on Lakeside Road, opposite the police station is the fallback option if the first place is packed. The on-site bar handles pre-drinks before the city takes over. At €4 a night and rated 9.7. The 9.7 rating puts Pokhara Backpackers Hostel among the best-reviewed hostels in Pokhara.

Zostel Pokhara

At €4 a night and rated 9.6, Zostel Pokhara has a rooftop terrace, a combination that narrows the field in Pokhara. Club Catwalk on Lakeside Road, near Phewa Lake. The closest thing Pokhara has to a proper club. The hostel runs karaoke nights, useful for people arriving without a plan. The on-site bar handles pre-drinks before the city takes over.

Lakeside

The heart of Pokhara’s backpacker scene, Lakeside runs along the eastern shore of Phewa Lake. The streets are lined with hostels, bars, and trekking agencies, and the atmosphere is laid-back but social. Most pub crawls start here, and it’s where you’ll find the majority of nightlife spots. The lake itself is worth a visit: rent a boat for 800 NPR and row out to the tiny temple on the water.

Mahendra Pul

Pokhara’s commercial centre, Mahendra Pul is where locals shop and work. The market here is chaotic but colourful, with stalls selling everything from spices to knock-off trekking gear. It’s not a nightlife hub, but it’s a good place to pick up supplies before a trek. The bus station is nearby, making it a convenient stop if you’re arriving or leaving.

Damside

A quieter alternative to Lakeside, Damside sits on the southern side of Phewa Lake. It’s where you’ll find mid-range hotels and a few bars with lake views. The pace is slower here, and it’s a good place to escape the backpacker crowds. The walk from Lakeside takes 20 minutes, or you can take a taxi for 300 NPR.

The closest thing Pokhara has to a proper club. Expect Bollywood hits, Nepali pop, and the occasional EDM track. The crowd is a mix of backpackers and locals, and the dance floor gets packed after 10 PM. Drinks are cheap: 500 NPR for a cocktail, 300 NPR for a beer: but the real draw is the unpretentious vibe. If you’re lucky, you might catch a live DJ on weekends.

A Lakeside institution, Busy Bee is where trekkers refuel and swap stories. The menu’s long, but the real reason to come is the happy hour: 50% off cocktails from 5 to 7 PM. The garden seating fills up fast, so grab a table early. Try the ‘Annapurna Sunset’, a rum-based cocktail that’s stronger than it tastes.

Pokhara’s only dedicated rock bar. The walls are covered in band stickers, and the playlist leans towards classic rock and metal. It’s a small place, so it feels more like a house party than a bar. The owner, a Nepali guy who sounds like he’s from Liverpool, often joins in for a jam session. Beers are 350 NPR, and the crowd’s friendly.

Perched on a hill overlooking Phewa Lake, Moondance is the spot for sunset views. The cocktails are overpriced (600 NPR), but the setting makes up for it. It’s a chilled place: more about the conversation than the party. If you’re here for the nightlife, come early and move on by 9 PM.

A backpacker favourite for its cheap drinks and even cheaper food. The ‘Lemonade’ cocktail (vodka, lemon, soda) is a steal at 400 NPR, and the pizza’s decent. It’s a small place, so it gets loud when full. The crowd’s mostly travellers, and the staff don’t mind if you linger after closing.

A hidden gem run by Tibetan refugees. The bar’s basic, but the momos (dumplings) are the best in Pokhara, and the chang (Tibetan beer) is worth trying. It’s a quiet place, more for meeting locals than partying, but it’s a refreshing change from the Lakeside scene. Open until 10 PM.