Best Party Hostels
in London

St Christopher's Inn Village

London’s nightlife doesn’t just live in the centre: it spills into every corner, and the hostel scene follows suit. St Christopher's Inn Village is in Camden, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Proud Camden on The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Road, Camden. A canalside venue with live music and club nights. The hostel runs karaoke nights, useful for people arriving without a plan. The on-site bar handles pre-drinks before the city takes over. At €16 a night and rated 8.1. Rated 8.1, which is adequate. Not the city's best, but not the worst either.

Wombats City Hostel

London’s nightlife doesn’t just live in the centre: it spills into every corner, and the hostel scene follows suit. Wombats City Hostel is in Camden, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Proud Camden on The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Road, Camden. A canalside venue with live music and club nights. The Blues Kitchen Shoreditch on 134–146 Curtain Road, EC2A 3AR is the fallback option if the first place is packed. The on-site bar handles pre-drinks before the city takes over. At €26 a night and rated 9.1. At 9.1, it's near the top of London's hostel field without being the standout leader.

Astor Museum Inn

This is a place for those that want to be part of the wildest parties. Astor Museum Inn is a fun stay with the best prices you can find at London. Hang out with mindlike people like you before taking out to the nightclubs close to the hostel. Get the chance of taking part in activities like drinking games, beer pong nights, pub crawls and pub quizzes. Also, you'll enjoy tastys breakfasts on Sunday mornings. The best part is that the hostel is also a classy place though is located within a couple of minutes of Covent Garden and Soho so you can enjoy the wild London parties.

Hostel One Notting Hill

Come stay in the heart of Notting Hill at Hostel One, a social hostel with a fun atmosphere, perfect for individuals and groups alike. You'll be living in the best location - right next to many of London most popular attractions and our fully equipped kitchen, 24/7 common areas, terrace and weekly events are the ideal place to meet people from all around the world. Turn the pages of life and stay with the coolest hostel in Notting Hill for some good time.

The Walrus Hostel

London’s nightlife doesn’t just live in the centre: it spills into every corner, and the hostel scene follows suit. The Walrus Hostel is in Camden, which puts it at the start of that circuit. Proud Camden on The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Road, Camden. A canalside venue with live music and club nights. The Blues Kitchen Shoreditch on 134–146 Curtain Road, EC2A 3AR is the fallback option if the first place is packed. The hostel runs free breakfast, useful for people arriving without a plan. At €20 a night and rated 8.2. Rated 8.2, which is adequate. Not the city's best, but not the worst either.

Camden

Camden’s streets are lined with hostels, pubs, and late-night kebab shops. The **Camden Market** area is packed with bars like **The World’s End**, where pints cost £6 and the crowd spills onto the pavement. The canal towpath is a shortcut to King’s Cross, but it gets sketchy after dark: stick to main roads. Hostels here are loud, cheap, and full of backpackers.

Shoreditch

Shoreditch is where London’s nightlife goes to experiment. **Brick Lane** is the main drag, with pop-up bars and street food stalls. The area around **Old Street Tube** has clubs like **XOYO**, which hosts techno and house nights. Hostels here are pricier, but you’re within walking distance of **The Book Club** and **The Blues Kitchen**.

King’s Cross

King’s Cross is central, well-connected, and home to **Generator Hostel**, the city’s biggest party hostel. The area around **Pentonville Road** has dive bars and late-night takeaways. It’s a 10-minute walk to **Fabric**, but the streets get quiet after midnight. The Tube runs all night on weekends, so getting home is easy.

A canalside venue with live music and club nights. The main room hosts indie bands, while the basement club plays drum and bass and garage. Entry is £5–£10, but queues form early: arrive by 9 pm on weekends. The outdoor area fills up with smokers and groups pre-gaming on £6 beers.

A two-floor bar with live blues, soul, and funk bands. The ground floor is standing-room-only, while upstairs has booths and a dance floor. Cocktails cost £10–£12, but the happy hour (5–7 pm) slashes prices to £7. Expect a mixed crowd of backpackers and locals: it’s packed by 8 pm on Fridays.

One of London’s biggest clubs, with three rooms playing techno, house, and bass music. The main room has a hydraulic floor that vibrates to the bass: entry costs £20–£25, but it’s worth it for the sound system. Doors open at 11 pm, but the crowd peaks after 2 am. Dress code is strict: no sportswear or trainers.

A Shoreditch institution with ping-pong tables, DJs, and cheap drinks. Entry is free before midnight, but it gets rammed on weekends. Pints cost £6 during happy hour (4–7 pm), and the basement club plays disco and house. The crowd is mostly 20-somethings: expect a mix of hostel guests and Londoners.

London’s most famous LGBTQ+ club, under the arches near Charing Cross. The main room plays pop and dance, while the basement hosts drag shows and techno. Entry is £10–£15, but student nights drop it to £5. The crowd is friendly and diverse: go early to avoid queues after midnight.

A Camden staple for live jazz, soul, and funk. The intimate venue seats 400, with tables near the stage and a balcony for better views. Tickets cost £15–£30, but the vibe is worth it: expect a mix of tourists and regulars. The bar serves £8 cocktails, and the kitchen stays open until midnight.