5 reviewed party hostels · from €15.30/night · Hostelworld rated
Madrid’s nightlife doesn’t wait for anyone. By midnight, Calle de la Cruz in Huertas is already packed with groups spilling out of bars, and by 2am, the streets around Gran Vía hum with queues for clubs. The hostel scene here is just as lively. You’ll find places like Safestay, a converted 19th-century palace with a rooftop bar and weekly pizza nights, right in the centre of the action. Most party hostels cluster in **Centro**, **Malasaña**, or **La Latina**, putting you within walking distance of everything. Staying here means you’re never more than 10 minutes from the next bar, club, or late-night kebab stand.
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Beautiful and lively party hostel, located near the trendy are of La Latina and with a unique and beautiful Andalusian riad-style courtyard. The common areas and the on-site bar have a vibrant party atmosphere, with people from all over the world mingling and having a good time. Their Paella Party on weekends is legendary, and they offer tapas tours and pub crawls to discover the best of Madrid's nightlife. Great for meeting people.
Fun party hostel with a great social atmosphere. Great and comfy common areas to mingle with other travellers or with the friendly staff. They organised regular family diners, drinking games, pub crawls and nights out. Definitely a great place to meet new friends, specially if you are travelling alone.
Modern eco-friendly hostel, with friendly vibes and welcoming staff. Well-located, right next to the main square and vibrant local bars and restaurants. Amazing common areas include an on-site restaurant, cosy cool rooftop terrace, and solarium. The hostel also features a vibrant bar where you can enjoy live music sessions and meet other travellers.
Amazing social hostel, perfect for solo travellers, digital nomads, and students. Spacious common areas are designed to encourage guest socializing. The hostel features a cool on-site bar, always crowded with people. Fun group activities, tours, and pub crawls are perfect for making new friendships.
Crazy party hostel with tango dance events every Saturday night. Amazing staff will take you for free walking tours, tapas tours, bar crawls and flamenco shows. The hostel features a nice common area and a great kitchen where you can join themed dinners and learn new culinary tricks.
Organised nights out with a local guide
This crawl visits four bars and clubs in one night, with stops in Malasaña and Gran Vía. Each venue gives you a free drink, and the group gets skip-the-line entry at clubs. The crawl starts at 11pm and runs until 3am, but most people stick around longer. Expect a mix of locals and travellers, with a focus on socialising over shots and dancing.
A smaller, more local-focused crawl that avoids tourist traps. You’ll hit four bars in La Latina and Lavapiés, with a free shot at each stop. The group is capped at 20 people, so it’s easier to meet others. The crawl starts at 10.30pm and finishes around 2am, but the guides can recommend nearby clubs to keep the night going.
How Madrid's nightlife zones break down
The heart of Madrid’s alternative scene, Malasaña is packed with vintage shops, street art, and dive bars. Calle del Pez and Calle de la Palma are the main drags, lined with places like **La Vía Láctea** and **1862 Dry Bar**. It’s where locals go to avoid the tourist crowds, and it’s got a grungy, creative energy. Stay here if you want nightlife without the pretence.
A maze of narrow streets filled with tapas bars and traditional taverns. **Cava Baja** is the most famous street, packed with people every night of the week. By day, it’s all about food markets like **El Rastro** (Madrid’s biggest flea market, open Sundays). By night, it turns into a bar-hopping paradise, with places like **Delic** offering cheap drinks and a rowdy crowd.
The busiest part of Madrid, where you’ll find the big clubs like **Teatro Kapital** and **Joy Eslava**. It’s touristy but undeniably fun, with neon lights, street performers, and queues for clubs spilling onto the pavements. Stay here if you want to be in the thick of it, but expect higher prices and louder crowds.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
A seven-floor club where each level plays a different genre, from reggaeton to techno. Entry costs €15–€20, which includes a drink. The crowd is a mix of locals and travellers, and it gets packed after 2am. Dress to impress: door staff can be picky. Open until 6am on weekends.
A speakeasy-style cocktail bar hidden behind an unmarked door in Malasaña. Cocktails cost €9–€12, but the quality justifies the price. It’s small, so arrive early (before midnight) to grab a seat. The crowd is older and more local than in the touristy spots.
One of Madrid’s biggest clubs, with a capacity of 2,000. Expect commercial hits, reggaeton, and EDM. Entry is €10–€15, and it’s open until 6am. The crowd is young and energetic, with a lot of stag dos. Located near Gran Vía, it’s easy to combine with other bars in the area.
A legendary indie club in Malasaña, open since the 1980s. It plays rock, punk, and alternative music, with live bands some nights. Entry is €5–€10, and it’s busiest after 1am. The crowd is a mix of locals and backpackers who appreciate the non-mainstream vibe.
A basement bar in Huertas with live jazz, blues, or soul most nights. Entry is €5–€8, which includes a drink. It’s small and intimate, so get there by 10pm for a good seat. The crowd is older and more chilled than in the clubs, but the atmosphere is unbeatable for music lovers.
A tiny bar in La Latina with a punk-rock attitude and cheap drinks. Beer costs €2.50, and shots are €1. It’s standing-room only, and the crowd is a mix of locals and backpackers. Open until 3am, it’s a great spot to start the night before moving on to bigger clubs.
A massive club in a converted theatre near Puerta del Sol. It plays commercial hits, reggaeton, and Latin music. Entry is €10–€15, and it’s open until 6am. The crowd is young and international, with a lot of tourists. The dance floor is huge, so it’s easy to meet people.
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