Best Party Hostels
in Ho Chi Minh

Bui Vien Street Hostel

Considered one of the best modern hostels in the the middle of Bui Vien. With a super nice roof-top where you can chill and drink with the different travellers that you will meet in the hostel. The Bui Vien Street Hostel is a super social space with a clean atmosphere and awesome value. The facilities include a transportation booking service. Plus free showers after check-out and Free luggage storage.

Meander Saigon

At €12 a night and rated 9.4, Meander Saigon has a rooftop bar, a combination that narrows the field in Ho Chi Minh. The Hideout Pub Crawl on De Tham Street, District 1. This free pub crawl starts at The Hideout Hostel and hits five bars in District 1. Base Backpackers Bar on Bui Vien Street, District 1 is the fallback option if the first place is packed.

The Hideout Hostel Saigon

At €6 a night and rated 8.9, The Hideout Hostel Saigon has a rooftop bar, a combination that narrows the field in Ho Chi Minh. The Hideout Pub Crawl on De Tham Street, District 1. This free pub crawl starts at The Hideout Hostel and hits five bars in District 1. The hostel runs free breakfast, useful for people arriving without a plan.

Base Backpackers

Base Backpackers in Ho Chi Minh City is an excellent choice for party goers seeking an unforgettable experience. With a vibrant atmosphere, fully-stocked bar, and daily free beer, this hostel knows how to keep the party going. Plus, their convenient amenities like free Wi-Fi, hot showers, and tour booking service ensure you're always in the heart of the action. Get ready for a wild party adventure at Base Backpackers!

Mobylette Saigon Hotel

At €8 a night and rated 9.5, Mobylette Saigon Hotel has a rooftop bar, a combination that narrows the field in Ho Chi Minh. The Hideout Pub Crawl on De Tham Street, District 1. This free pub crawl starts at The Hideout Hostel and hits five bars in District 1. Base Backpackers Bar on Bui Vien Street, District 1 is the fallback option if the first place is packed.

District 1 (Bui Vien/Pham Ngu Lao)

The backpacker hub of Ho Chi Minh City. Bui Vien Street is pedestrian-only after 7 PM, packed with bars, street food stalls, and hostels. Pham Ngu Lao Street runs parallel and is slightly quieter, with more local eateries and beer gardens. Both streets are within walking distance of Ben Thanh Market and the Saigon River.

District 3

A short Grab ride from District 1, District 3 feels more local but still has a few backpacker-friendly spots. Nguyen Thuong Hien Street is lined with cafés and small bars, and the area around the War Remnants Museum is quieter but well-connected. It’s a good base if you want to escape the Bui Vien crowds.

Chinatown (District 5)

Home to some of the city’s best street food, like hu tieu noodles and banh bao. The night market on Luong Nhu Hoc Street opens at 6 PM and sells everything from grilled seafood to cheap clothes. It’s less touristy than District 1, but still lively: especially around Tet festival.

This free pub crawl starts at The Hideout Hostel and hits five bars in District 1. Expect free shots, beer discounts, and a crowd of backpackers. The crawl ends at a club around midnight, where entry is usually free if you’re with the group. Sign-up is at the hostel reception from 7 PM, and the first drink is on the house.

A two-storey club on Bui Vien Street with EDM and hip-hop nights. Entry is free before 11 PM, but drinks cost 80,000–120,000 VND. The dance floor gets packed after midnight, especially on weekends. Dress code is casual, but avoid flip-flops. Cover charge applies after 11 PM: usually 100,000 VND.

A speakeasy-style bar hidden behind an unmarked door on Nguyen Cu Trinh Street. The menu has craft cocktails for 120,000–180,000 VND, but happy hour (5–7 PM) drops prices to 80,000 VND. The crowd is a mix of expats and backpackers, and the music is low-key: think jazz and indie. No cover charge, but it’s standing-room only after 9 PM.

An open-air spot on Pham Ngu Lao Street with plastic chairs and cheap beer (25,000 VND). Locals and travellers mix here for late-night snacks like grilled squid and spring rolls. It’s loud, smoky, and open until 2 AM. No frills, just cold beer and a rowdy atmosphere.

A rooftop bar on Bui Vien Street with city views and cocktail buckets (300,000 VND for four drinks). The music is a mix of EDM and throwback hits, and the crowd is mostly backpackers and groups. Happy hour runs from 5–8 PM, with 2-for-1 cocktails. Cover charge is 100,000 VND after 10 PM, but it’s worth it for the view.

A tiny bar on De Tham Street with pool tables and cheap beer (30,000 VND). The owner, Mr. Go, is a character and keeps the place lively with shot challenges and drinking games. It’s a great spot to start the night before joining the pub crawl. Open until 2 AM, but the crowd thins out after midnight.