The budget guide to the best party hostels in Berlin
Are you searching for the best party hostels in Berlin?
Wondering which hostel will have the best mix of great vibes, comfortable dorms and excellent roommates?
Don’t despair, I’ve done the hard work for you and compiled a list of perfect budget hostels to keep you having a great time in Germany’s capital.
Plus, hopefully help you find some fellow ravers to go enjoy Berlin’s world famous nightlife, without needing to impress the bouncer at Berghain.
All-black leather outfit optional.
Come with me and let’s find you the perfect party hostel to set you up for the best stay in quirky Berlin!
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Your rundown on the best party hostels in Berlin awaits
No. 1: Circus Hostel
Circus Hostel Berlin is located out in the hip and happening Prenzlauer Berg, standing pride of place in Rosenthaler Platz.
This perfect location means that you’re a hop, skip and jump away from public transport and all the sights of Berlin.
With freshly renovated rooms and a happening social scene, you’ll be right at home, note that there is no communal kitchen here.
The onsite café serves up an unlimited brekky buffet for 8€ per person or head out into the trendy streets to find a chic café serving up avocado toast or a breakfast bento box.
The food options are endless out in the food haven of Prenzlauer Berg.
Alternatively, you can order an 8€ pizza straight from the oven to enjoy in the communal spaces, with vego and carnivore options on the menu.
You can even add a craft beer locally brewed right next door at the microbrewery in the same complex, the perfect way to start your night before joining in the social events on offer.
The hostel runs a range of nightly events including bar crawls and karaoke sessions, perfect for meeting new people and travel buddies.
They’ve even got bike rentals for you to cycle around and explore the many great spots Berlin has to offer.
Pricing:
Bed in 10-person dorm 17.10€ per night
Bed in 6-person dorm 23.40€ per night
Private twin room with shared bathroom 62.10€ per night
No. 2: Pfefferbett Hostel
The Pfefferbett Hostel is also located out in Prenzlauer Berg and occupies a former 19th century brewery, now converted into a delightful hostel.
The enormous Pfefferberg historic building was totally revamped in 2007 and is now home to a variety of different enterprises, including the funky PB hostel.
You’ll find the hostel just a short walk from the Senefelderplatz Underground station, look for the pink neon sign!
The 24-hour reception will be ready and waiting to assist whenever you need it and the dorms and private rooms have extra-large beds, along with rain showers in the bathrooms.
You’ll find plenty of delicious restaurants in the surrounding streets, along with live music down at the Eberswalder Bahnhof – a great place to sample an East Berlin currywurst while you’re enjoying the tunes!
Or wander your way up to the famous Mauerpark for the flea markets, bring your best bargaining skills to haggle for that vintage film camera or Soviet era memorabilia.
Back at the hostel, you’ll find a pool table, comfy communal areas including a peaceful garden and they even offer free postcards at reception.
Pricing:
Bed in 8-person dorm 28.00€ per night
Bed in 6-person dorm 30.00€ per night
Private twin room with private bathroom 83.00€ per night
No. 3: Grand Hostel Berlin Classic
The stately Grand Hostel Classic lives up to its name, located over in Kreuzberg by the enormous Tempelhofer Feld, aka a former airport that has been converted into a gigantic city park.
Housed in a historic building dating from 1877 with period details, the charming hostel bar is housed in a library and a free welcome drink will make you feel right at home.
Did I mention that the library bar also has a daily happy hour for you to grab a cheap beer and meet up with your future clubbing buds? Or chill out with the free Wi-Fi and enjoy a good time on the comfy couches.
Wait until you see the height of the ceilings in the dorm rooms and private suites!
In the mornings, you can join the grand buffet breakfast complete with bacon and eggs to set you up for a big day of exploring and a bigger night.
The world-class Jewish Museum is a short walk away, covering the history of the Jewish population in Germany for more than 5 centuries with thought provoking exhibitions, not to mention the multicultural food delights of Kreuzberg. Doner kebab anyone?
Or you might like to stroll over to the charming Chamissoplatz where parts of Old Berlin survived the war and surround a peaceful park, plus loads of cute cafes.
If you’d like a local to show you around, the multilingual staff even host a pub crawl designed to show you the best that Kreuzberg has to offer after dark, there’s nothing like experiencing the Berlin nightlife with a true Berliner!
Pricing:
Bed in 8-person dorm with shared bathroom 13.50€ per night,
Bed in luxury 6-person dorm 16.20€ per night,
Private twin room with private bathroom 80.00€ per night, additional cost for breakfast can be included in the room rate.
If you’d like to know more about Tempelhof, I’ve got it all in my Berlin 3 day itinerary for you over here!
No. 4: Generator Berlin Mitte
Our next party hostel is located right in the beating heart of Berlin, just a stone’s throw from the UNESCO listed Museum Island.
Generator Berlin Mitte is one of a chain of sleek hostels with fantastic reviews across the board, the perfect place to base your Berlin adventures from.
The contemporary hostel is set within two old office buildings in the true Berlin fashion of repurposing architecture, with large artworks dotting the halls and there’s even an alfresco terrace for you to meet new people to take on the nightlife with.
Plus, the chic dorm rooms all come with a powerpoint for each bed as standard, with luxury private rooms too.
You’ll be walking distance from the stunning Berlin Cathedral, TV Tower and the world-famous Brandenburg Gate, so don’t forget to charge up your phone for a big day of taking photos.
Enjoy the happy hour at the cool Kupfer Bar while you catch up with your new drinking buddies or make the most of the free Wifi over in the library.
While there are plenty of nightclubs within Mitte itself, which you’ll get to experience on the hosted club nights, you’ve also got easy access via the public transportation system out to places like Friedrichshain if you’re planning on getting into Berghain.
Pricing:
Bed in 8 person dorm 20.07€ per night
Bed in 6 person dorm 22.05€ per night
King room with ensuite 94.50€ per night
No. 5: Eastseven Berlin Hostel
Another vote for trendy Prenzlauer Berg with Eastseven Berlin Hostel, designed to feel like a cosy home away from home.
Just look for the tangerine-tinted façade and you’ll know that you’re in the right spot.
Famed for its inclusive and friendly staff and charming common rooms set in a restored 19th century building, complete with adorable reading nooks on the wide window niches.
Unlike most of the other hostels on this list, Eastseven prides itself on having a fully stocked kitchen for you to be able to cook your own food, a huge plus for budget travellers watching their pennies.
And they’ll even throw in a free continental breakfast for you.
If you’d prefer to head out and have someone else cook for you, Eastseven is located in the heart of more restaurants, cafes and pubs than you can count, you’re sure to find something to delight your taste buds.
When it comes to meeting others, there’s nightly events including pub crawls and family dinners, with a treasured social atmosphere that’ll have you mingling with new friends in no time.
It was even voted as the best hostel in Berlin in 2020, no mean feat in a scary year!
Pricing:
Bed in 10 person dorm 16.15€ per night
Bed in 4 person dorm 18.57€ per night
Private twin room with shared bathroom 58.95€ per night
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No. 6: St Christopher’s Berlin Mitte
Another well-known chain of trendy hostels, you’ll find St Christopher’s Berlin Mitte right in the heart of the action.
And it even comes with its own party on-site, Belushi’s Bar serves up American inspired diner fare as well as a free welcome drink when you first arrive, plus renowned beer pong tournaments on the table tennis table.
Or you might prefer to head straight to the luxurious rooftop outdoor terrace and make the most of the views out over central Berlin before heading out for the night.
Free walking tours of the surrounding attractions like Alexanderplatz and the Fernsehturm are on offer during the day, followed by nightly pub crawls so you can get the most out of your jam-packed days in Germany’s capital.
Hackescher Markt is one of the coolest hubs in Berlin, packed full of cool cafes, bars and restaurants and it’s just a short stroll away from St Christophers, don’t forget to make your way over and check out the cool kids.
In great news for the dorm room dwellers, the beds come with privacy curtains and individual sockets, the little touches are taken care of here.
If you’d like to take advantage of the buffet continental breakfast, it’s priced at 7€ per person.
Pricing:
Bed in 10 bed dorm 15.10€
Bed in 6 bed dorm 17.94€
Private twin room with ensuite 87.40€
No. 7: Sunflower Hostel
The red and white candy striped Sunflower Hostel is a little different to most of the other hostels on this list, most of which are carefully curated and designed with stylish details.
The Sunflower is a bit more on brand for Friedrichshain, slightly rough around the edges with a heart of gold underneath.
A win for the budget travellers, this hostel is definitely one of the most hip-pocket friendly in this list.
Located in the heart of F-hain, it’s the perfect location to make the most of the proximity to famous nightclubs like Berghain, Cassiopeia and Suicide Circus, besides many more.
If you’re here to make the most of access to Berlin nightlife, Sunflower Hostel is the place for you.
The nightly happy hour with cheap beers and rotating cocktails is perfectly placed for you to meet some friends to decide on the best all-black outfits and hit up the clubs.
Bonus points for black leather and tiny sunglasses, you can discuss strategy for getting into Berghain with the friendly bartenders before you head out.
Walking distance to all the delights of former East Berlin, don’t miss the eclectic mix of buildings down at the RAW Gelände, the remains of the Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery or the elegant Oberbaumbrücke, once divided during the Cold War.
If you’re into Soviet architecture, make your way up to the grand Karl-Marx-Allee to see the impressive Stalinist buildings left behind by the former East Berlin government, framing the TV Tower far off in the distance.
Plus, Boxhagener Platz hosts organic farmers markets and vintage flea markets over the weekend, perfectly complementing the vibrant food scene in the surrounding streets.
Pricing:
Bed in 10-person dorm 14€ per night
Bed in 6-person dorm 15€ per night
Double room with private bathroom 56€ per night
We’ve reached the end of this budget guide to the best party hostels in Berlin
We’ve covered off some of the best hostels in Berlin perfect for partying the night away with new drinking buddies and exploring this quirky city by day.
From trendy Prenzlauer Berg with its designer boutiques to gritty Friedrichshain filled with pumping nightclubs, I hope this guide has helped you find a party hostel that not only fits your budget but helps you make the most of your time in Germany’s capital.
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My days of party hostels are behind me, but I think my niece might enjoy some of the places you recommended in your post. It’s hard to believe you can get a complimentary breakfast while staying at Eastseven Berlin Hostel when the nightly price is so inexpensive!
Which one of the hostels did you stay at? I’m helping my little sister (22) plan a trip and she’s looking for a place with a good balance of partying and chilling out.
I’m afraid my best party hostel days are behind me! But i will pass on the word to my sons.
I have yet to visit Germany but I can’t wait to. This list is helpful on why each location is great to stay at to experience the party scene. Thank you for sharing!
I usually try to avoid party hostels. But for those who are looking for a good party Hostel, this is an excellent guide. My adult kids would love this.