3 reviewed party hostels · from €13.30/night · Hostelworld rated
Warsaw’s nightlife kicks off on Mazowiecka Street, where neon signs flicker above basement bars and clubs that don’t slow down until sunrise. The hostel scene here is small but sharp: most places cluster within walking distance of the Old Town or the Palace of Culture and Science, so you’re never more than 15 minutes from the next shot of vodka or a 3 zł pierogi from a street stall.
Safestay Warsaw sits right in the Old Town, with a common room that fills up by 9 PM on pub crawl nights. Kapsula Hostel, a 10-minute walk from the Palace of Culture, packs capsule beds into a sleek space that feels more like a spaceship than a budget crash pad. Both spots draw groups of travellers who swap stories over cheap beer before heading out to the clubs on foot.
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Run by experienced backpackers with an arty and sociable atmosphere. With a great on-site bar with cheap prices. Daily cooking classes, pub crawl, happy hour, guitars and board games.
Safestay Warsaw motto is that "is not only a place to stay, but also a way of life", this hostel is a modern place for anyone who is planning to enjoy a real Warsaw experience; close to the best bars and city events. The hostel cozy atmosphere and the common areas allows you to socialize with other people like you. Or, you can have a short walk to the most important historical monuments before jumping in to the Warsaw nightlife.
Epic party hostel in Warsaw's heart with a buzzing interior summer garden and BBQ area that's always packed in the evenings. Located steps from the legendary Nowy Swiat nightlife strip and countless bars, pubs, and clubs. The perfect social atmosphere makes meeting fellow travellers effortless, whilst the prime location puts you at the centre of Warsaw's vibrant party scene.
Organised nights out with a local guide
This crawl runs every night, starting at 8:30 PM outside the Palace of Culture. The €10 ticket includes VIP entry to four clubs, a free shot at each, and drink discounts. The group usually hits Smolna Club and Hybrydy, with a mix of backpackers and stag groups. Expect 100+ people and a lot of vodka.
The city’s longest-running crawl, active since 2011. Local guides take you to three bars and two clubs, with free shots and a welcome drink included. The crawl starts at 9 PM near the Old Town, and the crowd is mostly 18–30. Tickets sell out on weekends: book ahead.
How Warsaw's nightlife zones break down
Rebuilt after WWII, the Old Town’s cobbled streets are lined with touristy bars and restaurants. By day, it’s all about souvenir shops and ice cream stands. By night, the area around ul. Piwna fills with stag groups and pub crawls. Stay here if you want to be in the thick of it: just don’t expect quiet.
The city centre stretches from the Palace of Culture to Nowy Świat. Hostels like Kapsula sit on side streets, while Mazowiecka Street’s clubs draw crowds until 5 AM. The area is walkable, with 24-hour Żabka stores on every corner. Weekends get loud: pack earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
Across the Vistula River, Praga is Warsaw’s edgy district. Street art covers crumbling tenements, and bars like Hydrozagadka spill onto pavements. It’s rough around the edges: avoid walking alone at night: but the nightlife is authentic. Hostels here are cheaper, and the tram ride to the centre takes 15 minutes.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
A two-floor club on Mazowiecka Street with a dance floor that fits 500 people. Upstairs plays commercial hits, downstairs is techno and house. Entry is 20 zł before midnight, 30 zł after, but hostel guests often get free entry with a wristband. Gets packed by 1 AM, especially on Fridays when the crowd spills onto the street.
A Warsaw institution since the 1950s, Hybrydy is a labyrinth of bars and dance floors hidden behind an unmarked door. The main room plays indie and rock, while the basement hosts punk nights. Entry is 15 zł, but drinks are pricey: expect 18 zł for a vodka Red Bull. Locals outnumber tourists, so brush up on your Polish greetings.
A squat-turned-bar in Praga district, Hydrozagadka feels like a house party in a former factory. The garden fills up by 10 PM, with bonfires and cheap beer (10 zł for a pint). Inside, the music ranges from reggae to drum and bass. Entry is free, but bring cash: no cards accepted. Open until 4 AM on weekends.
A no-frills shot bar where locals and backpackers queue for 5 zł vodka shots. The menu lists over 50 flavours, from classic żubrówka to sour apple. Open from 9 AM to 11 PM, it’s a popular pre-game spot before heading to the clubs on Mazowiecka. Expect a queue after 8 PM: get there early for a seat.
A rooftop bar on the 27th floor of the Warsaw Marriott, Level 27 offers views over the Palace of Culture. Cocktails cost 30 zł, but happy hour (5–7 PM) drops prices to 20 zł. The crowd is older: late 20s to 40s: and dress code is smart casual. Open until 1 AM, it’s a good spot for a classier start to the night.
A three-floor club in a former cinema, Chmury hosts everything from 90s throwbacks to deep house. Entry is 25 zł, but hostel guests often get discounts. The top floor has a terrace with heaters, so you can smoke without freezing. Open until 5 AM on weekends: expect a queue after midnight.
A basement bar in Praga with a speakeasy vibe, Plan B serves craft cocktails for 25 zł and local beers for 12 zł. The crowd is a mix of artists and expats, and the music is usually indie or jazz. Open until 2 AM, it’s a quieter option if you’re not into clubbing. Reservations recommended on weekends.