Best Party Hostels
in Zadar

The Lazy Monkey Hostel

Zadar’s nightlife kicks off in Varoš, a maze of narrow streets just behind the Roman Forum. The Lazy Monkey Hostel is in Varoš, which puts it at the start of that circuit. The Garden Bar on Bedemi Zadarskih pobuna 2. A two-level bar built into the old city walls, right on the water. Barba on Varoš 12 is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €22 a night and rated 8.9. The 8.9 score is solid: a hostel that does the basics well without promising too much.

Backpackers Home Zadar

Zadar’s nightlife kicks off in Varoš, a maze of narrow streets just behind the Roman Forum. Backpackers Home Zadar is in Varoš, which puts it at the start of that circuit. The Garden Bar on Bedemi Zadarskih pobuna 2. A two-level bar built into the old city walls, right on the water. Barba on Varoš 12 is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €14 a night and rated 9.0. At 9.0, it's near the top of Zadar's hostel field without being the standout leader.

Tequila Bar Hostel

Zadar’s nightlife kicks off in Varoš, a maze of narrow streets just behind the Roman Forum. Tequila Bar Hostel is in Varoš, which puts it at the start of that circuit. The Garden Bar on Bedemi Zadarskih pobuna 2. A two-level bar built into the old city walls, right on the water. Barba on Varoš 12 is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €23 a night and rated 7.7. Rated 7.7: functional rather than exceptional.

Downtown Boutique Hostel

Zadar’s nightlife kicks off in Varoš, a maze of narrow streets just behind the Roman Forum. Downtown Boutique Hostel is in Varoš, which puts it at the start of that circuit. The Garden Bar on Bedemi Zadarskih pobuna 2. A two-level bar built into the old city walls, right on the water. Barba on Varoš 12 is the fallback option if the first place is packed. At €12 a night and rated 9.1. At 9.1, it's near the top of Zadar's hostel field without being the standout leader.

The Mellow Monkey Hostel

Zadar's nightlife runs through Varoš, a maze of old town streets behind the Roman Forum where a beer costs 25-40 HRK at the pavement tables. The Mellow Monkey Hostel is in Varoš, which means the start of the evening is on foot from the door. The Garden Bar on Bedemi Zadarskih pobuna 2 sits in the old city walls directly over the water, a 10-minute walk and worth it for the setting. Barba on Varoš 12 is the closer option for a quick drink before moving on. No rating in current data.

Varoš

A tangle of stone streets behind the Roman Forum, Varoš is where Zadar’s nightlife starts. Bars spill onto pavements, and the crowd is a mix of locals and backpackers. The streets are narrow, so it feels intimate even when busy. Most places are within a 5-minute walk of each other.

Old Town

The peninsula is the historic core, with the Sea Organ and Greeting to the Sun installations. At night, the promenade lights up, and street performers set up near the Forum. Bars here are pricier but worth it for the views. The main club strip is along Špire Brusine.

Kolovare

A 10-minute walk south of the old town, Kolovare is where locals go to escape tourists. The beach is lined with bars and a few clubs, including Bamboo. During the day, it’s all about sunbeds and swimming; at night, it’s reggae and bonfires.

A two-level bar built into the old city walls, right on the water. Downstairs is a chill lounge with bean bags and sea views; upstairs is a dance floor with DJs playing house and disco. Happy hour runs from 6–8 PM, with cocktails at 40 HRK (£4.50). Gets packed after 11 PM, especially on pub crawl nights.

A tiny wine bar in Varoš with just eight stools and a counter. The owner, Ivan, pours Korlat and Plavac Mali by the glass (25–40 HRK / £3–4.50) and serves local cheeses and cured meats. No music, just conversation. Closes at midnight, so go early if you want a seat.

An open-air club in a park near the old town. Plays techno and drum & bass, with a sound system that rattles the trees. Entry is 40 HRK (£4.50) and includes one drink. The crowd is a mix of locals and backpackers, and it’s busiest after 1 AM. Bring bug spray: mosquitoes love the park.

A basement club under a pizza place, with graffiti-covered walls and a sticky floor. Plays commercial hits and throwback anthems, and the crowd is mostly 18–25-year-olds. Entry is 30 HRK (£3.50) and includes a shot. Gets sweaty by midnight, so dress light.

Starts with a 60-minute open bar at The Garden Bar, then moves to two clubs: usually Ledana and The Cube. Includes unlimited drinks (rum, vodka, gin, mixers, and cocktails), a shot at each stop, and a local guide. Tickets cost 150 HRK (£17) and can be bought online or at hostel receptions.

A café by day, cocktail bar by night, right on the Roman Forum. The menu has 20+ cocktails, including a spicy margarita made with local honey (50 HRK / £5.70). The crowd is older: mostly 25+: and it’s a good spot for a pre-club drink. Live jazz on Sundays from 8 PM.