Best Party Hostels
in Copenhagen

Copenhagen Downtown Hostel

Copenhagen’s nightlife starts on Istedgade, a street in Vesterbro where backpackers spill out of hostel bars by 22:00. Copenhagen Downtown Hostel is in Vesterbro, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Pub Crawl Copenhagen on Meeting point: Hovedbanegården (Central Station) outside the main entrance. This crawl runs every Thursday and Saturday, starting at 21:00. Jolene Bar on Vesterbrogade 102, Vesterbro is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €18 a night and rated 8.2. Rated 8.2, which is adequate. Not the city's best, but not the worst either.

Sleep In Heaven

Copenhagen’s nightlife starts on Istedgade, a street in Vesterbro where backpackers spill out of hostel bars by 22:00. Sleep In Heaven is in Vesterbro, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Pub Crawl Copenhagen on Meeting point: Hovedbanegården (Central Station) outside the main entrance. This crawl runs every Thursday and Saturday, starting at 21:00. Jolene Bar on Vesterbrogade 102, Vesterbro is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €20 a night and rated 7.8. Rated 7.8: functional rather than exceptional.

Steel House Copenhagen

Copenhagen’s nightlife starts on Istedgade, a street in Vesterbro where backpackers spill out of hostel bars by 22:00. Steel House Copenhagen is in Vesterbro, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Pub Crawl Copenhagen on Meeting point: Hovedbanegården (Central Station) outside the main entrance. This crawl runs every Thursday and Saturday, starting at 21:00. Jolene Bar on Vesterbrogade 102, Vesterbro is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €22 a night and rated 9.0. At 9.0, it's near the top of Copenhagen's hostel field without being the standout leader.

Urban House Copenhagen by Meininger

Copenhagen’s nightlife starts on Istedgade, a street in Vesterbro where backpackers spill out of hostel bars by 22:00. Urban House Copenhagen by Meininger is in Vesterbro, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Pub Crawl Copenhagen on Meeting point: Hovedbanegården (Central Station) outside the main entrance. This crawl runs every Thursday and Saturday, starting at 21:00. Jolene Bar on Vesterbrogade 102, Vesterbro is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €19 a night and rated 8.7. The 8.7 score is solid: a hostel that does the basics well without promising too much.

Generator Hostel Copenhagen

Highly recommended for young travellers and backpackers. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Perfectly located right at the main city square and surrounded by the most attractive party places. Lots of cool activities are organized on a daily bases like karaoke, happy hour, pub crawl, billiards tournament, walking tours, etc.

Vesterbro

Vesterbro is where most hostels cluster, especially around Istedgade and Sønder Boulevard. The area feels like a mix of grit and gentrification: old-school pubs sit next to hipster coffee shops. Meatpacking District, a five-minute walk from the central station, is packed with bars and clubs that stay open late.

Nørrebro

Nørrebro has a younger, more local vibe. Streets like Elmegade and Blågårdsgade are lined with cheap eateries, vinyl shops, and dive bars. It’s less touristy than Vesterbro but still social: expect to hear Danish, Arabic, and English on the same corner. The lakes (Søerne) make for a scenic walk home after a night out.

City Centre (Indre By)

The city centre is where you’ll find the big sights: Nyhavn, Strøget, Rosenborg Castle: but it’s also home to some of the pricier hostels. Nightlife here leans towards cocktail bars and tourist-friendly pubs. It’s central, but you’ll pay extra for the location. Walk to Vesterbro in 15 minutes if you want cheaper drinks.

This crawl runs every Thursday and Saturday, starting at 21:00. You’ll hit four bars and a club, with free shots at the first two stops. The crowd is mostly backpackers and international travellers. Tickets cost 120 DKK if you book online, 150 DKK at the door.

A tiny rock bar on Vesterbrogade with cheap beer and a jukebox. It’s standing-room only after 22:00, and the crowd is a mix of locals and hostel guests. Pints are 50 DKK during happy hour (17:00–19:00). No cover charge, just show up.

A two-floor club in Vesterbro with a dance floor downstairs and a lounge upstairs. Music ranges from hip-hop to techno. Entry is 60 DKK after 23:00, but it’s free before 22:00. Expect a queue on Fridays and Saturdays.

A craft beer bar run by the famous Mikkeller brewery. Over 20 taps, mostly IPAs and sours. It’s pricey: pints start at 80 DKK: but the quality is worth it. Gets busy from 18:00, especially on weekends. No reservations, so arrive early.

A Latin bar with salsa dancing and cheap cocktails. Happy hour runs 16:00–19:00, with mojitos for 60 DKK. Less backpacker-heavy than other spots, but still social. Free salsa lessons on Tuesdays at 20:00.

A grungy rock bar in Nørrebro with pool tables and cheap beer. Pints are 45 DKK all night, and the jukebox is free to use. It’s small, so it fills up fast: get there before 21:00 to grab a table.