7 Cheapest Stag Do Destinations [in 2025]

Let's talk numbers, because when you're organizing a stag do, budget is usually what makes or breaks the entire weekend. 

While half your mates are still debating whether they can afford that Amsterdam trip that'll cost more than their mortgage, smart organizers are looking east where your pound stretches further than a yoga instructor on Red Bull.

These destinations aren't just cheap – they're mental value for money, offering experiences that would cost triple in Western Europe. 

We're talking proper nightlife, quality activities, decent accommodation, and food that won't make you question your life choices, all for prices that'll have you checking the exchange rate twice to make sure you haven't misunderstood something fundamental about economics.

The best part? Your mates will actually thank you instead of spending the entire weekend calculating how much each pint is costing them in real money.

7 Cheapest Stag Do Destinations

1. Sofia, Bulgaria - The Value King

Average weekend cost per person: £200-300

Sofia sits at the top of this list for good reason – it's stupidly cheap while delivering experiences that feel properly premium. We're talking £2 pints and £8 meals that'll feed a family.

The nightlife scene is absolutely mental, with venues like Lorca Bar and Club Sugar keeping the party going until sunrise without bankrupting anyone. Activities like go-karting and paintball cost about £40 per person, and even the upmarket experiences won't break the bank.

What makes Sofia special is that everything works properly – the transport, the venues, the service – so you get incredible value without feeling like you're slumming it. The locals are brilliant, many speak excellent English, and the compact city centre means you can walk everywhere without needing expensive taxis.

Key highlights:

• Beer: £2 per pint

• Meal: £8-12 for three courses

• Club entry: £5-10

• Activities: £15-25 per person

• Hotel: £25-40 per night (shared rooms)

2. Belgrade, Serbia - Balkan Party Capital

Average weekend cost per person: £240-340

Belgrade might just be Europe's best-kept party secret. The Serbian capital has a nightlife scene that rivals anywhere in Europe, with venues that stay open until ridiculous hours and a local population that knows how to celebrate properly.

The city sits at the confluence of two rivers, creating beautiful settings for riverside bars and clubs. The music scene is diverse and energetic, the drinks are almost offensively cheap, and the atmosphere is electric once things get going.

Serbian hospitality is legendary, and locals are often eager to show international visitors how to party Balkan-style. The food is excellent and filling, perfect for soaking up all that affordable alcohol, and the city has enough character to keep everyone entertained during the day.

Key highlights:

• Beer: £1.20-1.80 per pint

• Meal: £6-10 for huge portions

• Nightlife: Legendary and cheap

• Riverside setting: Beautiful venues by the water

• Local hospitality: Genuine welcome for visitors

3. Bratislava, Slovakia - The Hidden Gem

Average weekend cost per person: £260-360

Bratislava might be Europe's most underrated stag destination – it's got everything you need for a legendary weekend at prices that'll make you think there's been some sort of administrative error.

The Old Town is compact and beautiful, the nightlife scene is growing rapidly, and the locals are genuinely welcoming to international visitors. Being so close to Vienna (about an hour), you get the cultural benefits of Central Europe without the Austrian price tags.

Slovak beer is excellent and stupidly cheap, the food is hearty and affordable, and the growing reputation as a stag destination means venues are adapting to cater specifically to bachelor parties without losing their authentic character.

Key highlights:

• Beer: £1.60-2.20 per pint

• Meal: £8-12 for substantial portions

• Compact city: Easy to navigate

• Close to Vienna: Day trip option

• Emerging destination: Less crowded than alternatives

4. Krakow, Poland - Medieval Madness on a Budget

Average weekend cost per person: £280-380

Krakow's got that perfect combination of stunning medieval architecture and absolutely mental nightlife, all wrapped up in prices that'll make you wonder if Poland's economy runs on a different currency system entirely.

The Old Town is UNESCO World Heritage beautiful during the day, then transforms into party central once the sun goes down. The famous underground clubs and bars are legendary among stag groups, with venues staying open until the early hours and drinks flowing at prices that encourage experimentation.

Traditional Polish food is hearty, delicious, and ridiculously cheap – perfect for soaking up all that affordable alcohol. The pierogi alone are worth the trip, and when they cost about £3 for a massive portion, you can afford to try everything on the menu.

Key highlights:

• Beer: £1.80-2.50 per pint

• Meal: £8-15 for substantial portions

• Accommodation: £20-35 per night

• Activities: Shooting ranges, go-karting from £20

• Cultural bonus: Stunning medieval setting

5. Budapest, Hungary - Thermal Spas and Ruin Bars

Average weekend cost per person: £320-420

Budapest offers something unique among cheap stag destinations – the famous thermal spas for tactical recovery sessions between nights of absolute carnage. The city's split by the Danube into Buda and Pest, giving you variety in venues and atmosphere.

The ruin bars are legendary – converted buildings turned into multi-level drinking complexes that feel like adult playgrounds. Szimpla Kert and similar venues offer maze-like layouts where you can spend hours exploring different rooms, each with its own character and surprisingly cheap drinks.

Hungarian cuisine is hearty and affordable, with goulash and schnitzel portions that could feed small villages. The wine is excellent quality at stupidly low prices, and the local pálinka spirit will test your mettle while barely denting your wallet.

Key highlights:

• Beer: £2-3 per pint

• Meal: £10-15 for generous portions

• Thermal spa entry: £15-20

• Ruin bars: Cheap drinks, incredible atmosphere

• River location: Stunning views included free

6. Prague, Czech Republic - The Classic (Still Decent Value)

Average weekend cost per person: £400-500

Prague's been the go-to Eastern European stag destination for years, so prices have crept up significantly, but it's still cheaper than Western alternatives. The beer culture here is phenomenal – Czechs consume more beer per capita than anyone else, and the quality shows.

The city's absolutely stunning, with the Old Town and Charles Bridge providing Instagram-worthy backdrops for your inevitable "lads on tour" photos. The nightlife is well-established for international groups, with venues that know exactly what stag parties want.

While prices have increased substantially from its budget heyday, Prague still offers better value than most Western European destinations, and the infrastructure for stag groups is excellent. Just be prepared for more crowds and significantly higher prices than the other destinations on this list.

Key highlights:

• Beer: £2.50-3.50 per pint

• Meal: £15-25 depending on location

• Accommodation: £30-50 per night

• Activities: Well-established but pricier

• Tourist infrastructure: Excellent but crowded

7. Bucharest, Romania - Eastern European Wild Card

Average weekend cost per person: £200-300

Bucharest's the wildcard entry that's starting to gain serious traction among stag groups who want something completely different. Romania's capital has a nightlife scene that's absolutely mental once you know where to look, with venues that stay open until ridiculous hours and drinks at prices that seem like pricing errors.

The Old Town (Centrul Vechi) transforms at night into a party district with dozens of bars and clubs within stumbling distance of each other. The local party scene is energetic and welcoming, with venues ranging from underground techno clubs to rooftop bars with stunning city views.

Romanian cuisine is hearty and dirt cheap, with massive portions that'll sort you out for the entire day. The local țuică spirit is an experience in itself, and the wine is surprisingly excellent at prices that make you question everything you know about European economics.

Key highlights:

• Beer: £1.30-2.00 per pint

• Meal: £6-12 for enormous portions

• Nightlife: Underground scene with serious energy

• Old Town: Compact party district

• Emerging destination: Authentic experience before the crowds arrive

The Reality Check

These destinations prove that an epic stag do doesn't require remortgaging your house or explaining to your missus why the credit card bill looks like you've funded a small military operation. Each offers genuine value where your money goes further than a marathon runner on performance enhancers.

The key is choosing based on what your group values most: Sofia for overall value and quality, Belgrade for pure party madness, Bratislava for undiscovered gem status, Krakow for medieval charm, Budapest for unique experiences, Prague for established infrastructure (at a premium), or Bucharest for authentic Eastern European wildness.

Whatever you choose, your mates will be buying you drinks for years as thanks for finding somewhere they could actually afford to have the time of their lives. That's the difference between being the legend who organized the trip everyone still talks about, and being the mug who picked Amsterdam and spent the weekend watching everyone nurse single pints because they're calculating mortgage payments.

Smart money goes east, where the beer flows like water, the locals know how to party, and your pound stretches further than common sense at a kebab shop at 3 AM.