3 reviewed party hostels · from €5.40/night · Hostelworld rated
Nusa Lembongan isn’t just about white-sand beaches and turquoise water. By 6 PM, the island’s main strip near Jungutbatu Beach lights up with beachfront bars and open-air lounges where backpackers and digital nomads gather. The hostel scene here is small but social: think pool tables, sunset happy hours, and impromptu beach bonfires. Most places are clustered along the west coast, so you’re never more than a five-minute walk from the next cocktail or cold Bintang.
The dry season, from July to October, brings DJ sets and live sports screenings, while the rest of the year keeps it low-key with reggae bars and seafood grills. Don’t expect Bali-style clubbing; this is island nightlife: chilled, sandy, and fuelled by cheap beer and ocean views.
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Perched on a hill with epic Indian Ocean views, Mad Monkey blends Moroccan charm with a buzzing party vibe. Its infinity pool bar hosts nightly DJ sets and themed parties, perfect for sunset cocktails and mingling. Just 10 minutes from Devil’s Tears, it’s your launchpad for island adventures and non-stop nightlife.
Steps from Mushroom Beach, Castaway Island Hostel is a social gem with a swim-up pool bar and lively gazebo. Daily happy hours, karaoke nights, and free BBQ parties create an electric vibe. It’s perfect for connecting with fellow travellers while enjoying easy access to Nusa Lembongan’s beaches.
A 5-minute stroll from Dream Beach, this Balinese-style hostel offers a vibrant social scene with a poolside bar and daily happy hours. Live music, group games, and boat parties to Nusa Penida keep the energy high. Its welcoming staff and prime location make it a top pick for party-loving backpackers.
How Nusa Lembongan's nightlife zones break down
The island’s main hub, Jungutbatu stretches along the west coast with a long sandy beach. This is where you’ll find most hostels, bars, and restaurants. The nightlife centres around beachfront lounges and sunset spots. It’s also the best place to arrange boat trips or scooter rentals.
A smaller, quieter bay on the west coast, Mushroom Bay is home to a few boutique hotels and reggae bars. The beach is calm and great for swimming, and the vibe is more laid-back than Jungutbatu. It’s a 10-minute scooter ride from the main strip.
Technically a separate island, but just a five-minute scooter ride across the yellow bridge from Nusa Lembongan. Ceningan has a handful of beachfront bars and cliffside cafés. The nightlife is minimal, but the sunset views from Le Pirate Beach Club are worth the trip.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
This is where the island’s sunset crowd gathers. Expect DJ sets from July to October, bean bags on the sand, and happy hour from 4–6 PM. A large Bintang costs 35,000 IDR, and cocktails are 60,000 IDR. Gets busy around 7 PM when the live music starts.
A two-level bar with ocean views and a pool table. The crowd is a mix of backpackers and expats, and the kitchen serves decent wood-fired pizzas. Happy hour runs 5–7 PM with 2-for-1 cocktails. Open until midnight most nights.
A reggae-themed beach bar with sand underfoot and hammocks strung between palm trees. Cheapest beers on the island (25,000 IDR) and free popcorn. Live acoustic sets most nights from 8 PM. Closes by 11 PM, so it’s more about vibes than late-night partying.
Right on the sand near Devil’s Tears, this bar is famous for its Sunday funday sessions. Entry is free, but drinks are pricier: cocktails start at 70,000 IDR. The crowd is mostly 20-somethings looking to dance after dark. Open until 1 AM on weekends.
A quieter spot with daybeds and a relaxed crowd. Happy hour is 4–6 PM, and the kitchen does solid seafood platters. Not a party venue, but a good place to start the evening with a sunset cocktail (50,000 IDR). Closes by 10 PM.
A newer spot with a infinity pool overlooking the ocean. Entry is 50,000 IDR after 6 PM, which includes a free drink. DJs play house and techno on weekends. The crowd is a mix of backpackers and digital nomads. Open until midnight.
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