3 reviewed party hostels · from €5.39/night · Hostelworld rated
Langkawi’s nightlife isn’t sprawled across the whole island. it’s packed into Pantai Cenang, a strip of sand where backpackers, beach bars, and late-night reggae spots collide. By day, you’re 30 seconds from the water; by night, you’re in the middle of a bar crawl that kicks off at sunset. The hostel scene here is small but social. Most places sit within a five-minute walk of each other, so you’ll end up at the same beachfront bars whether you’re staying in a dorm with 20 beds or a private pod. Boxpackers Langkawi, for example, is 500 metres from the sand and organises scooter rentals so you can explore beyond the main strip without relying on pricey taxis.
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Fun party hostel with amazing vibes. The hostel features huge on-site Café & Bar, with daily happy hour deals and discounts. The bar is famous for hosting local artists, musicians, and interesting exhibitions. Live music performances are perfect events where guests can relax and start new friendships.
Bed Attitude Hostel Cenang boasts a lively atmosphere with its modern capsule dorms, social common area, and pool table. With cheap cold drinks on offer and a prime Cenang location, it's the ideal hotspot for party travellers to connect and celebrate.
Tubotel Hostel features cool futuristic rooms made of giant drainage pipes and painted in various colours. The unique design and great atmosphere will make you feel great every day. The guests are welcomed to chill in a huge common area, play pool and watch remarkable sunsets. The staff is very welcoming, hilarious, and easy-going.
Organised nights out with a local guide
The island’s biggest bar-hopping event, visiting seven bars in Pantai Cenang and Pantai Tengah. The crawl includes free shots, drink discounts, and free entry to Berserk Club. You’ll play icebreaker games and meet travellers from around the world. It runs most nights, but check their Facebook page for updates. sometimes it’s cancelled if there aren’t enough people.
How Langkawi's nightlife zones break down
The island’s backpacker hub, where hostels, beach bars, and souvenir shops line the main drag. Jalan Pantai Cenang is the heart of the action, with bars like Yellow Café and Sunba Retro Beach Bar within a five-minute walk of each other. The beach is wide and sandy, but it’s not the best for swimming. the water gets shallow quickly. Most hostels here are basic but social, with dorms starting at RM30 per night.
A quieter stretch of sand just south of Pantai Cenang, with a mix of mid-range hotels and beachfront bars. It’s a 20-minute walk or a RM10 Grab ride from Pantai Cenang. The bars here are more relaxed, like The Cliff, and the beach is better for swimming. There are fewer hostels, but it’s a good option if you want to party nearby but sleep somewhere quieter.
Langkawi’s main town, where the ferry terminal and duty-free shops are located. It’s not a party area, but it’s worth a visit for the night market (open from 5 PM) and cheap eats. The hostels here are basic and aimed at budget travellers who prioritise saving money over nightlife. It’s a 20-minute Grab ride from Pantai Cenang, so it’s not walkable.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
A beachfront spot with reggae tunes, bean bags in the sand, and a fire show every Thursday night. It’s the place to start your night. happy hour runs until 8 PM, with RM15 beers and RM20 cocktails. The crowd is a mix of backpackers and locals, and it gets packed by 10 PM. Expect sticky floors and good vibes.
A two-storey bar with a pool table and a rooftop terrace. The music leans toward EDM and hip-hop, and the crowd is mostly travellers in their 20s. Entry is free, but drinks are pricier than beach bars. expect RM25 for a cocktail. It’s open until 3 AM, making it one of the last spots to close in Pantai Cenang.
Perched on a cliff in Pantai Tengah, this bar offers sunset views and a more relaxed crowd. It’s pricier (cocktails RM30–40), but the setting is worth it if you want a break from the backpacker scene. Live acoustic sets start at 7 PM, and it’s a solid spot for a pre-party drink.
A no-frills dive bar with cheap drinks and a pool table. The crowd is a mix of expats and backpackers, and the music is a rotation of rock, reggae, and throwback pop. Beers start at RM15, and it’s open until 2 AM. It’s a five-minute walk from Pantai Cenang’s main strip, so it’s quieter but still lively.
The only proper nightclub in Langkawi, tucked behind Pantai Cenang’s main drag. It’s small, sweaty, and plays a mix of EDM, hip-hop, and Top 40. Entry is RM20, which includes a drink. It gets busy after midnight, especially on weekends. If you’re looking for a club experience, this is it.
A hostel-bar hybrid with a courtyard that turns into an impromptu party most nights. They serve RM10 beers and RM15 cocktails, and the crowd is mostly backpackers staying on-site. It’s a good place to meet people if you’re travelling solo. Live music or DJs play from 9 PM most nights.
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