3 reviewed party hostels · from €4.25/night · Hostelworld rated
Kuta’s nightlife starts where the sand ends. On Legian Street, touts hand out flyers for club entry deals and happy-hour menus, while the bass from Sky Garden’s open-air deck shakes the pavement by 10 p.m. The hostel scene is just as lively: most places sit within a ten-minute walk of the beach, so you can roll out of bed and into the surf before the midday heat hits. Kayun Hostel, for example, packs a pool, a café, and air-conditioned dorms into a quiet side street off Jalan Pantai Kuta, giving you both a social hub and a cool retreat when the sun gets fierce.
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da'HouSeTEL is a party paradise with free dinner and a huge garden hosting random parties and live music! It's the perfect spot for travellers seeking a friendly atmosphere and cultural experiences. The outdoor pool and vibrant bar with lounge area create an ideal setting for socialising and making new friends.
Cara Cara Inn is a hip party hub just 450m from Kuta Beach. Its Splash Pool with water slide and hanging hammocks is perfect for mingling. The Opeum Den food truck café, run by a MasterChef Singapore Finalist, serves up great food and drinks. Enjoy BBQ cook-outs, pool parties, and sunset drinks at the Sundown Deck.
Book on HostelworldBeach Hut Hostel is a party-lover's dream, featuring a spacious common area with a pool table and outdoor swimming pool. Located near Segara Beach, it's ideal for beach parties. Enjoy Chinese cuisine on-site or explore nearby restaurants and bars. With its lively atmosphere and social spaces, it's perfect for meeting fellow travellers and having a great time.
Organised nights out with a local guide
Starts at Shipwreck Bali Rooftop Bar with a free welcome shot, then moves to three more bars along Legian Street. Includes a free T-shirt, drink discounts at each stop, and entry to a club after midnight. The crawl passes Kuta Beach and Beachwalk Shopping Mall, so you get a mini tour of the area.
How Kuta's nightlife zones break down
A straight shot from Kuta to Seminyak, Legian Street is lined with bars, minimarts, and surf shops. The southern end, near Kuta Beach, is where the party starts: think touts, neon signs, and happy-hour chalkboards. By midnight, the street is packed with scooters and pedestrians spilling out of clubs.
A maze of narrow alleys behind Jalan Legian, Poppies Lane is where you’ll find cheap hostels, warungs, and souvenir stalls. The area is quieter than Legian Street but still central: most places are within a five-minute walk of the beach. At night, the lanes light up with fairy lights and the smell of grilled satay.
Ten minutes north of Kuta, Seminyak feels more upscale but still has a party scene. Jalan Kayu Aya is the main drag, packed with beach clubs, boutique hotels, and cocktail bars. The crowd is older and wealthier, but happy hours (4–7 p.m.) are a good way to experience the area without breaking the bank.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
Four floors of music, from reggae on the ground level to EDM on the rooftop. Entry includes a free drink and access to the 24-hour café downstairs. Crowds are mostly backpackers and gap-year travellers; expect a queue after 11 p.m. on Fridays. Cover charge is 150,000 IDR, which includes one drink token.
Glossy international club with resident DJs and bottle-service tables. The main room plays house and techno, while the terrace hosts sunset sessions. Dress code is smart casual: no flip-flops or tank tops. Entry is 200,000 IDR on weekends, 100,000 IDR weeknights.
Dive bar with live bands and cheap buckets: 50,000 IDR for a mix of rum, vodka, and Red Bull. The crowd is a mix of locals and travellers, and the vibe stays chilled until midnight when the reggae gives way to dancehall. No cover charge, but arrive before 10 p.m. to grab a seat.
Two-for-one cocktails during happy hour (4–7 p.m.) and a prime view of Kuta Beach. The bar fills up with pub-crawl groups by 9 p.m., so come early for a table. Food is standard pub grub: burgers, nachos, and satay skewers: priced at 60,000–90,000 IDR.
Kuta’s oldest club, still packing crowds with throwback hits and foam parties. The main room plays Top 40 and hip-hop, while the outdoor area has a pool table and cheap beer pong. Entry is 100,000 IDR, which includes one drink. Doors open at 9 p.m., but the dance floor doesn’t fill until midnight.
Daybeds on the sand and DJs spinning house music from noon till late. Minimum spend is 200,000 IDR after 6 p.m., but you can nurse a Bintang for 50,000 IDR during happy hour. The crowd is mostly 20-somethings looking for Instagram shots and sunset selfies.
Poolside bar with live DJs and a swim-up counter. Entry is free if you buy a drink, but expect to pay 80,000 IDR for a cocktail. The bar hosts foam parties on Sundays: entry is 150,000 IDR and includes a free drink. Dress code is beachwear during the day, smart casual after 7 p.m.
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