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Generator Barcelona

1.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Superior Suite, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Superior Suite, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe King - Terrace, Private Bathroom | Terrace/patio
Deluxe King - Terrace, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Just steps from Plaça de Catalunya, Generator Barcelona offers convenience and fun. Relax in the library, enjoy drinks at the bar, or use the laundry facilities. Attentive staff provides local tips. Casa Mila and Passeig de Gràcia are within walking distance.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Superior Twin, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Suite, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in Six Bedded Mixed Room Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Bed in Eight Bedded Mixed Room Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in Eight Bedded Mixed Room Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in Six Bedded Room with Private Bathroom (Females Only)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Private 4 bed Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room for 6 people with Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room for 6 people with Private Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Deluxe King - Terrace, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King - Terrace, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Gràcia, a neighborhood in Barcelona, Generator Barcelona is near a metro station. Park Güell and Casa Milà are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Passeig de Gràcia and La Rambla. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Camp Nou or Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.
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Carrer de Corsega, 377, Barcelona, 08037

What's nearby

  • Casa Milà - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Passeig de Gràcia - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Casa Batllo - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sagrada Familia - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Diagonal Station - 7 min walk
  • Barcelona Paseo de Gracia Station - 18 min walk
  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Generator Hostel Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪365 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Can Codina - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Danesa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bilbao - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Generator Barcelona

Hostel near Passeig de Gràcia
Near Sagrada Familia and Plaça de Catalunya, Generator Barcelona provides a coffee shop/cafe, an arcade/game room, and a library. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and smoke-free premises
  • A TV in the lobby, an elevator, and ATM/banking services
  • A front-desk safe, a water dispenser, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 114 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shampoo
  • LED light bulbs, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 25 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 9.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1963
  • Communal living room
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is located in the city's Low Emission Zone; only low-emission vehicles are permitted to enter. Guests with non-Spanish license plates must register their vehicle with the city in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 9.50 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 25 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Alcohol is not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Barcelona Generator
Barcelona Generator Hostel
Barcelona Hostel Generator
Generator Barcelona
Generator Barcelona Hostel
Generator Hostel
Generator Hostel Barcelona
Hostel Barcelona Generator
Hostel Generator
Hostel Generator Barcelona
Generator Barcelona Catalonia

Frequently asked questions

Is Generator Barcelona pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Generator Barcelona ?

Generator Barcelona doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Generator Barcelona ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Generator Barcelona ?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Generator Barcelona located?

Located in Gràcia, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Avinguda Diagonal, Casa Milà, and Rambla de Catalunya. Passeig de Gràcia and Casa Batllo are also within 15 minutes. Diagonal Station is 7 minutes by foot and Verdaguer Station is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

Generator Barcelona Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay! Nice hostel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kiem duc

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
good location and beds but need to do good maintenance in baths and breakfast areas where the leaking drops of water from the ceiling is found
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ghell de

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

María

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Priyadharsini

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The AC didn’t work at all in our room, in spite of telling the receptionists multiple times, they couldn’t get it work. And it was very hot all the time in the room, especially nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jo-Anne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location and desk service, but the room cleaning was not good. I watched a guy come to change sheets on beds, and not change the quilt covers between guests and walk on beds (with shoes on), that he did not change the sheets for…
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ayesha

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
It was okay. For the price I think they should provide a towel and a lock or at least have free locker storage, but you had to pay for everything. I also didn’t like the storage under the beds, you have to get on your hands and knees every time and it took up way too much space. Cleanliness was okay, but they never clean in between. Kinda depends on your roommates. I also wish the bar was open more? But the location was great. Vibe was okay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

OSCAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff! Tks
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ambar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great little hostel. Excellent employees. Bare bones. Great eating around the hostel. Very helpful helpful and very informative
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alejandro

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad experience, staff rude, beds on shared room no privacy no curtains, small toilets, dirty shower, no light on the bed, no early check in option, check out is too early and for the price I hoped something at least acceptable, but it was not at all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Yuling

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No curtain in dome. The light goes off when take shower. Room card can't work properly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looks fun, great lobby, bar and breakfast area. Very social and active but i was too busy to enjoy. The downside is the building. Elevator light went out while riding, personal locker slammed closed on my hand and head. Front desk had no bandage for my bleeding. Pillow case was dirty. Some staff a little too "friendly" with women.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Betty

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed in many Generators (7 to be precise) and this is the worst of them all due to the nonchalant ways of most staffs. I had no power through my bed (unable to use the light or charge my phone) and on my way out (early morning) made them aware of it. Come to find out request was submitted to maintenance at 6pm when they close at 5pm. No empathy displayed- they made me feel like I was a non paying customer 😏. From the security guy to front desk personnel they were very unbothered unconcerned
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Liqun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and convenient hotel property. Suitable for young people and short term stay (like one night).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wish the shower stall would be a bit more larger. Every bed was open. There should be a curtain of some sort. I had kept food in the fridge with my name n number. it went missing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tuan

Staffs are not friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location to walk to many places.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a hostel and you're not paying for anything fancy. What you get here is basic but the important things that matter are all there and done really well. Great bedding, fab shower pressure, and really lovely staff to top off the experiance. If you're looking for great quality no frills at a fantastic price, this is the place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lívia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed in a private room with private bathroom. Very clean and the terrazza was lovely. The staff was very friendly and helpful! Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded expectations. Really comfy and cosy room in a greta location for a great price and in a great location. Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay again!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Adesola

Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value hostel

As an older solo traveler this hostel accommodates for all. Friendly and comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

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