- City view
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Balcony
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
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About this property
Generator Barcelona is located 500 metres from the fashionable Passeig de Gracia Avenue. The hostel offers a 24-hour reception, free private lockers in shared dormitories and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Diagonal and Verdaguer metro stations are within 5 minutes’ walk from Generator Barcelona. The Gràcia district, which has plenty of boutique shops and bars, is only 200 metres away. Both private rooms and dormitories have air conditioning and heating, as well as individual power sockets and reading lamps for each bed. Female-only dormitories include hairdryers and other amenities. They also feature an en suite bathroom, a sink and a mirror. Bed linen is included, while towels can be rented at the reception. Dormitories are available for guests over 18 years old. Guests can have a daily breakfast for an extra cost. Generator Barcelona also has a communal lounge and a luggage storage service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
- Lift
- Laundry
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Shakthi
Germany
“The staff were very helpful. Well-organized place.” - Steicy
Ireland
“The guys in the reception were amazing. I always stay in generator.” - Ahmad
Portugal
“Mohamed at the reception was so friendly! He answered all of my questions in professional way!” - Aman
India
“Amazing place to stay, and the hospitality was top notch! Special thanks to Muhammed for the amazing hospitality! Would definitely recommend this place!” - Michael
United Kingdom
“Stayed here 4 times I think and would again. Most of the room mates were real good company a good bunch we all got along well (abit of luck) staff were helpful when needed. Personally I love the area it's very well located and the common area is...” - Julian
Denmark
“The room have toilet and the floor have communal toilet and shower room. Everyday they have event in the bar. Near bus stations and a 9-14 walk to the metro. There’s a lot of stores nearby.” - Hayat
France
“The hostel is wonderful , a special thanks to Mohamed who speaks more than 4 languages and thanks to all the staff, I highly recommend.” - Melina
Finland
“Friendly and helpful staff, great location (close to subway, busses and main attractions). Clean, quiet and cozy.” - Florencia
Argentina
“The hostel was super cool. Close to everywhere and a nice and safe neighbourhood. The staff was cool and the facilities were comfortable and clean” - Tianjiao
Spain
“The receptionists were very kind and helpful. The hostel is well connected which is the selling point.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineEuropean
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.



The fine print
GROUP POLICY: Any reservation of 10 people or more per night will be considered a group with different terms and conditions. Groups reservations can only be made through our reservations team, and Generator reserves the right to cancel it otherwise.
AMENITIES: Bed linen is included, while towels can be rented at the reception. Please note, lockers in dormitory rooms are available for free but padlocks are not provided. Guests must bring their own.
ACCESSIBILITY: The property is fully adapted for disabled people and wheelchair users. To book disabled bed, please contact Generator Barcelona in advance, since they are subject to availability on prior request.
PAYMENT: The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. For reservations made by a third party, you will need to complete an authorisation form and present a copy of the person's ID and credit card.
PET POLICY: We would welcome a dog on property but only when staying in a private room, and subject to a fee per dog per Stay. Only Dog under 75lbs./ 34kg.
PAYMENT: For Advance Purchase rates/Non Refundable rates, we require the payment card used for booking to be presented upon check in.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.