3 reviewed party hostels · from €5.50/night · Hostelworld rated
Ubud’s nightlife isn’t what you’d expect from a town surrounded by rice terraces and yoga retreats. Head to **Jl. Hanoman** or **Jl. Monkey Forest**, and you’ll find backpackers spilling out of hostel bars by 9 PM. The party scene here is small but loud, centred around a handful of hostels that turn their common areas into impromptu dance floors. **Bamboo Ubud Hostel** is the obvious pick: its bar stays open late, and the crowd is always up for a shot or three. Most hostels are clustered in the centre, so you can walk to the action in under 10 minutes. Don’t expect clubs that go until sunrise, but do expect cheap drinks, new friends, and a mix of reggae, EDM, and Balinese live music.
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Puri Garden in Ubud is a party-lover's paradise. This boutique hostel hosts nightly events including family dinners with live music and Balinese dancers. Enjoy free yoga, massages, and puppy therapy by day, then join the trivia nights and film screenings. The swimming pool and beautiful garden area are perfect for socialising with fellow travellers over a pint.
Pillow Inn Ubud is a social hotspot with a bustling rooftop bar. Start your day with free yoga and gourmet breakfast before joining the 'chasing waterfalls' road trip. As night falls, the hostel comes alive with live music and film nights, perfect for mingling with other guests over cocktails. The lively atmosphere ensures there's always a party vibe at Pillow Inn.
Ubud Rice Field House offers a unique setting for intimate parties. Surrounded by paddy fields and tropical woods, it's perfect for small, atmospheric gatherings. The balcony provides a spectacular spot for sunrise drinks parties, offering a more exclusive alternative to Ubud's bustling nightlife. It's ideal for those who prefer their parties with a view.
Organised nights out with a local guide
Starts at **DaBar Ubud** with four free welcome shots, then moves to four bars and ends at an after-hour club. Includes transport between venues, drinking games, and a bar crawl passport with exclusive discounts. The crawl runs every Friday and Saturday, with occasional midweek events. Expect a mix of backpackers and groups of friends.
How Ubud's nightlife zones break down
The heart of Ubud’s backpacker scene, lined with hostels, bars, and warungs. The street is pedestrian-friendly in the evenings, when it fills up with travellers heading to happy hours or live music. Ubud Palace and the night market are at the northern end, making it easy to combine sightseeing with partying. Stay here if you want to be within walking distance of the loudest hostel bars.
Parallel to Monkey Forest Road but slightly quieter, with a mix of budget hostels and mid-range guesthouses. The bars here are smaller and more local, like **No Más Bar**, which attracts a slightly older crowd. It’s a 10-minute walk to the centre, so you get a bit of peace without being too far from the action. Good for those who want to party but not right on top of it.
A 20-minute walk west of the centre, this area is quieter and greener, with hostels tucked between rice fields. The party scene is minimal, but it’s a good base if you want to escape the backpacker bubble. A few warungs and cafes stay open late, and you can still grab a scooter or Grab bike into town in under 10 minutes. Ideal for those who plan to explore during the day and only party a few nights a week.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
The loudest hostel bar in town, with a happy hour that starts at 7 PM and often doesn’t end until midnight. Expect cheap Bintang, shots of arak (local spirit), and a mix of backpackers and digital nomads. The bar turns into a dance floor around 10 PM, with playlists spanning reggae, house, and Top 40. Entry is free if you’re staying there, otherwise 20,000 IDR cover after 9 PM.
The starting point for Ubud’s biggest bar crawl. This place fills up by 9 PM with groups doing drinking games before heading to the next spot. Happy hour runs until 8 PM, with beers for 35,000 IDR. The crowd is mostly backpackers, and the music leans toward EDM and hip-hop. If you’re not on the crawl, it’s still worth stopping by for the lively atmosphere.
A two-storey bar with a rooftop that overlooks Jl. Monkey Forest. Happy hour (5–7 PM) offers two-for-one cocktails for 80,000 IDR. Later in the evening, the place fills up with backpackers and expats, and the music shifts from chill acoustic to dance. The bar staff pour heavy, so pace yourself. Entry is free, but the rooftop gets packed: arrive early for a seat.
A Mexican-themed bar with strong margaritas and a party crowd. The place gets busy after 10 PM, especially on weekends, with a mix of locals and travellers. Drinks are pricier here: cocktails start at 100,000 IDR: but the vibe is worth it if you’re looking for something louder than a hostel bar. They occasionally host salsa nights, so check their board for events.
A chilled-out hostel bar with live music most Thursdays. The crowd is a mix of long-term travellers and backpackers, and the drinks are cheap: beers for 30,000 IDR, cocktails for 60,000 IDR. The bar area is small, so it fills up fast. If you’re staying here, you’ll get a free welcome drink. Entry is free for non-guests before 10 PM, 20,000 IDR after.
A late-night spot that stays open until 3 AM on weekends. The music is mostly house and techno, and the crowd is a mix of backpackers and locals. Drinks are affordable: beers for 40,000 IDR, cocktails for 90,000 IDR. The lounge is small, so it gets sweaty by midnight. Entry is free, but there’s a 50,000 IDR minimum spend after 11 PM.
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