5 reviewed party hostels · from €18.40/night · Hostelworld rated
Palermo’s nightlife kicks off late, and nowhere is that clearer than in the Centro Storico. By 11 pm, the streets around Vucciria Market are packed with groups spilling out of bars, plastic cups in hand, Aperol Spritz costing €3.50. The hostel scene here is small but sharp: Ostello Bello Palermo sits on Via Candelai, a five-minute walk from the action, with a courtyard bar that stays open until midnight. A casa di Amici, tucked near Piazza Sant’Anna, draws a steady crowd of backpackers and locals mixing over cheap wine and board games. If you’re after something louder, head to Via Maqueda after midnight, where bars like Kala Kala keep the music going until 3 am.
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Palermo's premier party hostel featuring daily organized events, outdoor pool, rooftop bar, and guaranteed social atmosphere. Located minutes from the port with nightly activities including karaoke sessions, pub crawls, and community dinners. Multilingual staff facilitate connections between international travellers seeking authentic party experiences.
Music-themed cultural hostel near Politeama Theatre offering authentic Sicilian party experiences through drum circles, social dinners, and jam sessions. Features dedicated music room with instruments, intimate atmosphere for meaningful connections, and strategic location for exploring Palermo's upscale nightlife scene.
Luxury hostel in prestigious Via Ruggero Settimo featuring daily happy hour, included breakfast gatherings, and upscale party atmosphere. Located between Teatro Massimo and Politeama with custom-built beds and refined social spaces attracting sophisticated travellers seeking premium party hostel experience.
Innovative capsule hostel featuring private pod-style beds with communal kitchen and terrace spaces for socializing. Located near Notarbartolo station offering unique accommodation concept for travellers wanting privacy balanced with social opportunities and easy access to Palermo's nightlife districts.
Central location hostel on Via Roma with built-in bar and direct access to Vucciria nightlife district. Features air-conditioned dorms with city-view balconies, perfect for budget-conscious party travellers wanting immediate proximity to Palermo's most vibrant after-dark street party scene.
Organised nights out with a local guide
This crawl visits five local bars in the Centro Storico, starting at Teatro Massimo at 10 pm. Each stop includes a free shot and discounts on drinks. The group is usually a mix of backpackers and locals, and the crawl ends around 1 am: plenty of time to keep the night going.
How Palermo's nightlife zones break down
The old town is where Palermo’s nightlife happens. Narrow streets like Via Maqueda and Via Roma are lined with bars, and the area around Vucciria Market is packed with cheap drinks and street food. It’s loud, chaotic, and the best place to meet other travellers.
A 10-minute walk from the Centro Storico, Politeama is quieter but still has plenty of bars. The area around Piazza Castelnuovo is popular with locals, and you’ll find fewer tourists here. It’s a good choice if you want to sleep but still be close to the action.
One of Palermo’s oldest neighbourhoods, La Kalsa is full of crumbling palaces and hidden courtyards. By night, it’s a mix of hipster bars and traditional trattorias. Check out Piazza Kalsa for late-night drinks with a bohemian crowd.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
A two-floor bar on Via Maqueda with reggaeton and Italian hits. The crowd is mostly 20-somethings, and it gets packed after midnight. Entry is free, but drinks cost €5–7. The upstairs balcony is the best spot to escape the crush.
Palermo’s only dedicated club, open until 5 am on Fridays and Saturdays. Expect house and techno, with local DJs playing most weekends. Entry is €10, including one drink. Dress sharp: bouncers turn away flip-flops and vests.
A plant-filled cocktail bar on Via Spinuzza with happy hour from 6–9 pm. The spritz here is €5 and comes with free olives and crisps. It’s small, so arrive early to grab a table. The crowd is a mix of locals and travellers in their 20s and 30s.
Not just a hostel: its courtyard bar is open to non-guests until midnight. Beer is €3, wine €2, and the vibe is social but low-key. They host quiz nights on Tuesdays and live music on Thursdays. Free walking tours leave from here at 10 am.
A boutique hostel with a bar that stays open until midnight. The crowd is a mix of backpackers and Palermo locals, drawn by €2 beer and board games. It’s a five-minute walk from Piazza Sant’Anna, where groups gather for pre-drinks.
The square outside Palermo’s grand opera house turns into an open-air bar after dark. Groups sit on the steps with takeaway beers, and street performers keep the energy up. It’s a good spot to start the night before moving on to bars in Vucciria.
The bars around Vucciria Market are some of the cheapest in the city. Most serve beer for €2.50 and stay open until 2 am. The crowd is young and international: expect to share tables and make friends quickly. Try Bar del Corso for the best people-watching.
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