4 reviewed party hostels · from €2.16/night · Hostelworld rated
Bucharest has one of Europe's most underrated nightlife scenes, and the backpacker crowd has caught on. The Lipscani old centre is the obvious starting point: cobbled alleys packed with bars, rooftop terraces, and locals who treat a Tuesday like a Friday. Grab a beer at Caru' cu Bere or wander down Strada Covaci and you'll find somewhere worth staying until 3am without really trying. The club scene along Calea Văcărești and in the Floreasca district runs later still, with techno and house sets that go well past sunrise. Hostels here tend to be social by default. the city is compact enough that guests end up in the same bars regardless of where they're staying. Beds start cheap, the beer is cheaper, and the street art between Floreasca and Obor gives you something to look at on the walk home.
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T5 Social is a fantastic party hostel that goes beyond providing accommodation. With its vibrant social event schedule, lively bar, and focus on fostering connections among solo travellers, it creates an incredible atmosphere for guests to celebrate life together. It's the perfect place to meet like-minded people, have fun, and create unforgettable memories.
BEDSY, in Bucharest's lively old town, is perfect for party-goers wanting to explore the city's nightlife and attractions on foot. Offering free walking tours, Wi-Fi, and essentials for a comfortable stay, it's ideal for short visits and those eager to immerse themselves in urban adventures without the need for public transport.
Wonderland Hostel is considered one of the coolest places for backpackers in Bucharest. You can find dorms for four and six, as well as cheap private double rooms. The place includes an indie and alternative bar, which is also a popular site in Bucharest for locals and travelers; and also, you'll be near to places of interest.
The best place for a trip in Bucharest if you want to save time and money. The Sleep Inn Hostel is the ideal place for doing sightseeing during day and partying in the nights. This hostel is located in the center of the most popular attractions in Bucharest. And the best part, the entertainment is within a few steps from the hostel, so you don't need to spend money on transportation. A good choice for a comfortable accommodation for a good price.
Organised nights out with a local guide
Running weekly since 2016, this is Bucharest's longest-established pub crawl and has hosted over 12,000 guests. The tour visits multiple bars across the Lipscani old town, with free shots and drink deals included at each stop. It's open to anyone 18 and over and a good way to meet other travellers on your first night in the city.
How Bucharest's nightlife zones break down
Lipscani is the old centre of Bucharest and the undisputed hub of the city's bar scene. The area runs roughly between Strada Lipscani to the north and Splaiul Independenței along the river, with hundreds of bars, restaurants, and clubs crammed into a tight grid of cobbled streets. Strada Covaci and Strada Blănari are particularly dense with options and stay busy until the small hours most nights of the week.
Floreasca sits in the north of the city, roughly 4km from Lipscani, and is home to some of Bucharest's smarter clubs and upscale bars around Strada Mihai Eminescu and the nearby lake. It's less chaotic than the old town and draws a slightly older, local-heavy crowd. The M2 metro line and Bolt make it easy to reach from a hostel in the centre.
A broad avenue southeast of Piața Unirii, Calea Văcărești has become one of the better areas in Bucharest for independent venues and alternative nightlife. Expirat is the anchor here, but several smaller bars and music spots have opened up around it in recent years. It's a short walk or cheap Bolt ride from most central hostels.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
One of Bucharest's most respected independent venues, Control sits beneath street level on Strada Constantin Mille and draws a mixed crowd of locals and travellers. It hosts live bands, indie nights, and DJ sets across two rooms, with drink prices that won't wreck your budget. Weekends get loud and packed by midnight.
A cult favourite on Calea Văcărești, Expirat is a multi-floor club and cultural space that runs electronic, techno, and alternative nights most weekends. The outdoor terrace is a good spot earlier in the evening before the inside rooms get going. Cover charges are modest and the crowd skews young and local.
Fratelli is a fixture in the Floreasca district and one of the city's smarter late-night spots, pulling in a well-dressed crowd for house and commercial DJ sets. It fills up properly after 1am and stays busy until well past dawn on weekends. Bottle service is available but not required.
An open-air bar and event space in the Floreasca area that comes into its own in summer, with regular DJ nights, food stalls, and a laid-back crowd that mixes locals and expats. It's a good option for early evening drinks before moving on somewhere louder. Craft beers and cocktails are the main draw.
This 19th-century beer hall on Strada Stavropoleos is a genuine Bucharest institution and worth visiting for the architecture alone, with soaring neo-Gothic interiors and stained glass that look better at 9pm with a Ursus in hand. The beer is good and the food solid, though prices are slightly higher than the surrounding Lipscani bars. Best for an early evening start before heading deeper into the old town.
A small, relaxed bar on Strada Covaci that attracts a creative local crowd and travellers looking for something lower-key. It's known for good wine, affordable cocktails, and occasional acoustic sets. Gets genuinely busy from around 9pm on weekends despite the compact space.
Quantic is one of the more established electronic music venues in Bucharest, hosting touring DJs and local selectors across two floors near the Regie student district. The sound system is serious and the nights run late. It draws a crowd that knows its music, so expect techno, minimal, and deep house rather than commercial sets.