Hostel in Barcelona, in the Gràcia neighbourhood, with private and shared rooms, free WiFi, a restaurant and Diagonal metro station 400 m away.
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Generator Barcelona is a 1-star hostel in Barcelona, in the Gràcia neighbourhood, 400 m from Diagonal metro station. It offers private rooms and beds in shared dormitories, as well as a 63 m² suite with a kitchenette, balcony and city views.
The rooms combine air conditioning and heating; the dormitories have free individual lockers, power sockets and reading lights by the beds. Bed linen is included and towels can be hired at reception. Shared rooms are for guests aged over 18. The building has a 24-hour reception, a shared lounge and luggage storage.
Continental, vegetarian, gluten-free and buffet breakfast is served daily at an extra charge; the hostel also has a restaurant and bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and there is no parking. Dogs weighing less than 34 kg are allowed in private rooms on request and at an extra charge. La Pedrera is 400 m away and Casa Batlló is 800 m away.
Generator Barcelona offers private rooms for two or four people, shared dormitories with six or eight beds, and a family room that accommodates six adults. The private and shared rooms have air conditioning; heating is also available. Some private rooms have a private bathroom and seating area, while the family room adds a private bathroom for the group. In the dormitories, the bunk beds have a reading light and personal shelf, and there are lockers under the beds.
The shared rooms range from 16 to 20 m², while the private rooms for two people measure 17 m². The 63 m² Superior Suite offers additional features, including a kitchenette, seating area, balcony and terrace with city views; its private bathroom has a bathtub. You can choose between a bed in a dormitory, a private room to share with your group, or a suite with separate areas.
This 17 m² private room accommodates two people and includes its own bathroom and a seating area, setting it apart from the shared dormitories. It has air conditioning, heating and wooden or parquet flooring; the unit is wheelchair accessible. It comes with two single beds and a reading light by each bed.
This 16 m² private room accommodates up to four guests and has two bunk beds. Air conditioning and heating let you adjust the temperature, and bed linen is included. Wooden or parquet flooring and lift access complete its features; unlike the shared options, the room is for the private use of your group.
With this option, you book one bed in a shared dormitory for six, with a total area of 20 m² and air conditioning. Each bunk bed has a reading light and personal shelf, and there are lockers under the beds; bed linen is included. Heating and lift access are also available.
This bed is in a six-person female shared dormitory measuring 20 m²; its female-only arrangement sets it apart from the mixed dormitory. The bunk bed has a reading light and personal shelf, with a locker underneath. The room has air conditioning, heating and bed linen, and the upper floors are accessible by lift.
The eight-person shared dormitory offers one bunk bed per individual booking and measures 20 m². It has air conditioning and heating, with a reading light and personal shelf by the bed, as well as a locker underneath. Bed linen is included; this category accommodates more people than the six-bed shared option.
Designed for groups or families, this 20 m² room accommodates six adults and has three bunk beds. Its private bathroom sets it apart from the shared dormitories; it also offers air conditioning, heating and bed linen. All six places are in the same room, allowing the group to stay together.
At 63 m², the Superior Suite is the largest accommodation and the only one with a kitchenette. The balcony and terrace offer city views, while inside there is a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine. The private bathroom has a bathtub; complimentary refreshments, tea and coffee are also provided.
This 17 m² twin room has views and a private bathroom, as well as air conditioning and a seating area. The bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries, setting it apart from the shared options. Bed linen is included and the unit is wheelchair accessible, with lift access to the upper floors.
The hostel offers places to eat and spend time in the shared areas. It has a restaurant, bar, café, snack bar and vending machines for snacks and drinks; it also offers fruit, wine or champagne, children's menus and special diet menus on request. The children's buffet adds to the dining options available at the property.
Practical services include a 24-hour reception, luggage storage, lockers, tourist information and express check-in and check-out. You can relax in the shared lounge, play billiards or use the games room; activities include walking tours, bicycle hire, karaoke and live music or performances. Free WiFi, air conditioning, a lift and heating are also available. The building is adapted for guests with reduced mobility and has wheelchair-accessible units, as well as family rooms and non-smoking areas.
Generator Barcelona is at Còrsega 377, in the Gràcia neighbourhood, an urban area with boutiques, bars and squares frequented by residents. Plaça del Sol is 550 m away and Plaça de la Virreina is 800 m away. La Pedrera is 400 m away, while Casa Batlló is 800 m away. Jardins de Carme Biada, 80 m away, offers a green space nearby.
To get around Barcelona, Diagonal metro station is 400 m away and Verdaguer is 450 m away. Provença FGC station and Passeig de Gràcia railway station are both 800 m away; Plaça de Catalunya is 1.5 km away. Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 10 km away, and Girona - Costa Brava Airport is 73 km away. The metro and train connect Gràcia with other parts of the city.
Nearby attractions include Museu Tàpies, 840 m away, and Park Güell, 1.8 km away; the Picasso Museum is 2.2 km away. To reach the coast, Somorrostro Beach is 3.3 km away and Platja del Bogatell is 3.6 km away. In the warmer months, the beaches let you combine city sightseeing with time by the sea. You can also explore Gràcia's squares on foot and admire the Modernist architecture of La Pedrera and Casa Batlló.
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Guests particularly appreciate the Gràcia surroundings and the staff's service. They also highlight the WiFi connection; the facilities, cleanliness and comfort receive more moderate ratings, so the overall experience is functional, although not every aspect stands out equally.
Rates at Generator Barcelona vary depending on the season, room type and dates of your stay. You can check the current price for your dates through booking channels.
Generator Barcelona is 10 km from Barcelona - El Prat Airport; the drive usually takes around 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic. Diagonal and Verdaguer metro stations are 400 m and 450 m away, respectively; Provença FGC station and Passeig de Gràcia railway station are 800 m away. You can get here by public transport. The hostel does not have parking.
Generator Barcelona is in Gràcia, near several attractions: La Pedrera is 400 m away, Plaça del Sol 550 m, Casa Batlló 800 m and Museu Tàpies 840 m. Park Güell is 1.8 km away. If you want to head to the sea, Somorrostro Beach is 3.3 km away and Platja de la Barceloneta is 3.3 km away.
Generator Barcelona serves breakfast daily at an extra charge; it is not included in your stay. Options include continental, vegetarian and gluten-free breakfast, as well as a buffet. The property also has a café, restaurant, bar and special diet menus on request.
Generator Barcelona allows dogs weighing less than 34 kg in private rooms on request. An extra charge may apply per dog and per stay; pets are not allowed in shared rooms. This means private rooms differ from individual beds in shared dormitories.
At Generator Barcelona, shared rooms are reserved for guests over 18. Guests under that age can only stay when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian; the age restriction applies specifically to shared dormitories.
Generator Barcelona is adapted for guests with disabilities and those who use a wheelchair. Some rooms are wheelchair accessible, and the upper floors can be reached by lift. If you need an adapted bed, you must request one in advance; it is subject to availability.
At Generator Barcelona, bookings for 10 people or more are considered group bookings and have different conditions. They must be arranged through the reservations team; if booked through another channel, the property reserves the right to cancel them.