5 reviewed party hostels · from €4.42/night · verified ratings
Canggu has quietly become one of Southeast Asia's most talked-about spots for backpackers who want surf, sun, and a proper night out without the chaos of Kuta. The scene centres on Batu Bolong, where Old Man's Bar sets the tone from late afternoon with cold Bintangs, beach volleyball, and a crowd that mixes surfers, digital nomads, and travellers who've extended their stay by a week. Berawa, a short scooter ride north, has a cooler, club-focused edge with venues like Finns Beach Club drawing big weekend crowds. The hostel scene here is genuinely good. You'll find surf camps that double as social hubs, converted villas with pool parties, and a handful of well-run party-focused spots where meeting people takes no effort at all. Dorm beds start from around $10 a night, though the better social hostels sit in the $15–25 range. Rent a scooter for around 60,000–80,000 IDR a day and you can cover the whole area easily.
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Lushy Hostel Canggu is an absolute belter for party-loving travellers! The rooftop bar hosts cracking sunset socials, perfect for pre-drinks before hitting the town. Their on-site café and bar serve top-notch grub and booze. The recreation room's a proper laugh with ping pong, pool, and foosball. Just a stone's throw from Echo Beach, you'll be living it up with coconuts and surfers in no time!
Canggu has quietly become one of Southeast Asia's most talked-about spots for backpackers who want surf, sun, and a proper night out without the chaos of Kuta. Clandestino Hostel Canggu is in Batu Bolong, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Old Man's Bar on Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong, Batu Bolong. The undisputed meeting point for backpackers in Canggu. Finns Beach Club on Jalan Pantai Berawa, Berawa is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €6 a night and rated 9.3. A 9.3 rating is consistently high for Canggu, it holds up across multiple review cycles.
Canggu has quietly become one of Southeast Asia's most talked-about spots for backpackers who want surf, sun, and a proper night out without the chaos of Kuta. Lay Day Hostel Canggu is in Batu Bolong, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Old Man's Bar on Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong, Batu Bolong. The undisputed meeting point for backpackers in Canggu. At €8 a night and rated 9.5. A 9.5 rating is consistently high for Canggu, it holds up across multiple review cycles.
The Tipsy Gypsy Hostel is in Batu Bolong, Canggu. Old Man's Bar on Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong, Batu Bolong. The undisputed meeting point for backpackers in Canggu. Finns Beach Club on Jalan Pantai Berawa, Berawa is the fallback option if the first place is packed. The 9.7 rating puts The Tipsy Gypsy Hostel among the best-reviewed hostels in Canggu.
Canggu has quietly become one of Southeast Asia's most talked-about spots for backpackers who want surf, sun, and a proper night out without the chaos of Kuta. Elsewhere Surf Camps | Surf Party Yoga is in Batu Bolong, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Old Man's Bar on Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong, Batu Bolong. The undisputed meeting point for backpackers in Canggu. Finns Beach Club on Jalan Pantai Berawa, Berawa is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €16 a night and rated 9.7. The 9.7 rating puts Elsewhere Surf Camps | Surf Party Yoga among the best-reviewed hostels in Canggu.
How Canggu's nightlife zones break down
This is the social core of Canggu, running from the beach inland along Jalan Batu Bolong. Old Man's Bar anchors the strip and draws a mix of backpackers and surfers every afternoon. Cafés, surf shops, warungs, and small bars pack the surrounding lanes.
A short ride north of Batu Bolong on Jalan Pantai Berawa, this area has a slightly more upscale but still accessible feel. Finns Beach Club is the headline act here, with a large pool, multiple bars, and regular DJ nights. Good for travellers who want bigger venues alongside quieter café streets.
The quietest of Canggu's three main beach areas, Pererenan sits furthest north and attracts a more relaxed crowd of long-term travellers and surfers. Jalan Pantai Pererenan has a handful of warung-style eateries and low-key bars. A solid choice if you want budget accommodation and easy beach access without the Batu Bolong noise.
Bars, clubs and live music in Canggu
The undisputed meeting point for backpackers in Canggu. Beach volleyball runs all afternoon, happy hour keeps prices low, and by sunset the outdoor terrace is packed. It's casual, loud, and exactly what you want after a day on the waves.
A large-scale beach club on Berawa Beach with multiple pools, a main stage, and regular DJ and live music events. Daytime entry is ticketed and drink prices are higher than the local bars, but the atmosphere on a Saturday night is hard to match in Canggu. Book a table in advance for busy weekends.
A skate park and bar combination that draws a younger, alternative crowd. Drink a cold beer while watching people hit the halfpipe, then stay late as the music gets louder. One of Canggu's most distinctive spots.
Part café, part bar, part motorcycle workshop and occasional live music venue. Deus hosts regular gigs and film nights in its large outdoor area near Love Anchor Market. The crowd is eclectic and the atmosphere is relaxed until it isn't.
A rooftop grass terrace overlooking the ocean, best visited at sunset with a cocktail in hand. Dress code is smart-casual and prices are mid-range by Canggu standards, around 80,000–150,000 IDR per drink. Great for a pre-club warm-up with a view.
A relaxed open-air bar right on Echo Beach that fills up with surfers from mid-afternoon. Ice cold Bintangs are around 40,000 IDR and the beachside tables make it a natural spot to spend a few hours. It rarely gets rowdy, which is part of the appeal.
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