Hostel in Madrid next to Gran Vía, with shared and private rooms, a rooftop terrace, bar, hot tubs and lively communal spaces.
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Generator Madrid is a hostel in Madrid, a one-minute walk from Gran Vía, with a rooftop terrace, bar and two hot tubs.
Its offering combines shared dormitories and private rooms, with options for solo travellers, couples and families. The rooms have air conditioning and private bathrooms; there are bunk beds with reading lights, USB sockets and lockers, as well as double rooms and a family option for four guests. Bed linen is included, and towels for shared dormitories can be rented at reception.
The communal areas include a shared lounge with a TV and daily DJ sessions. The property has an American-Mexican restaurant, cultural activities and several breakfast options. It also offers free WiFi, paid private parking and luggage storage. Santo Domingo metro station is 40 m away; Plaza Mayor de Madrid is 550 m away and the Royal Palace is 640 m away. It’s a city base for exploring the centre on foot and visiting museums and cultural venues.
Generator Madrid offers mixed and female shared dormitories, private rooms for four, double room options and a family room. This variety lets you choose between a bed in a shared dormitory and a private space, with options for couples or small groups. Selected rooms include air conditioning and a private bathroom.
The bunk beds have a socket nearby, while the shared dormitories also have reading lights, storage space and individual lockers. Bed linen is included; towels can be rented at reception. Some double rooms include a desk, flat-screen TV and cable or satellite channels. The room sizes range from 12 to 22 m² across the room types listed, and the 16 m² family room accommodates up to four guests. There are also shared dormitories with different capacities, from four to eight beds.
At 22 m² and with a stated capacity of one guest, this option offers a bed in an eight-person mixed shared dormitory. The bunk bed has a reading light, USB socket and personal storage space. Bed linen is included, and the room has air conditioning and a private bathroom.
This 15 m² room for two stands out for its main configuration of two single beds and its flat-screen TV. It has a desk, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The room also has cable channels and a streaming service.
At 16 m² and with space for four guests, this private room has two bunk beds. It’s an option for people travelling together who would rather share the same room than stay in a shared dormitory. It has air conditioning, a private bathroom, bed linen and sockets next to the beds.
This 22 m² option is a bed in an eight-person female shared dormitory rather than a mixed room. The bunk bed has personal storage space and a socket by the bed; the room has air conditioning, a private bathroom and wooden or parquet flooring.
Designed for four guests, this 16 m² family room’s main configuration is two single beds and a bunk bed. Unlike the double rooms, it brings several sleeping spaces together in one private room. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a desk and a flat-screen TV with cable channels.
This bed is in a four-person mixed dormitory measuring 16 m², with fewer beds than the eight-bed shared options. The room has air conditioning, a private bathroom and wheelchair-accessible access. Bed linen and sockets next to the bed complete the amenities.
For two guests, this 15 m² room stands out for its large double bed and private-room layout, unlike the Deluxe option with two single beds. It includes air conditioning and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, towels and free toiletries. It also has a TV, satellite channels and a desk.
At 12 m², this is the smallest room type listed and accommodates up to two guests. Its private bathroom has a walk-in shower and hairdryer; the upper floors are accessible by lift. Air conditioning and parquet flooring complete this compact option.
Generator Madrid offers free WiFi and parking in a garage. Practical amenities include air conditioning, family rooms, non-smoking rooms and options adapted for guests with reduced mobility. Pets are also allowed. The reception is open 24 hours a day, and luggage storage and tourist information are available to help you plan your stay.
The communal areas include outdoor furniture, a terrace and a solarium, as well as a shared lounge with a TV. Activities include live music and performances, sports events, DJ sessions, happy hour, walking and cycling tours, and pub crawls. For dining, the property has a café, bar and restaurant; options include fruit, wine or champagne, a children’s buffet and a children’s menu. Board games and daily housekeeping are also available.
Generator Madrid is at Calle San Bernardo, 2, in the Centro district, a one-minute walk from Gran Vía. The area has theatres, shops and cafés, with busy streets and plenty of places to eat or see a show. Santo Domingo metro station is 40 m away and Callao station is 200 m away. From here, you can explore much of historic Madrid on foot, among its squares, monumental buildings and shopping streets.
Plaza Mayor de Madrid and Puerta del Sol are 550 m away; Plaza de Oriente is 450 m away and the Royal Palace is 640 m away. Mercado Municipal los Mostenses, 290 m away, offers a glimpse of everyday neighbourhood life. Bilbao and Recoletos railway stations are 1.1 and 1.4 km away, respectively. Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas Airport is 11 km away. For a cultural visit, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum is 1.3 km away and Prado Museum is 1.6 km away; El Retiro Park is 2.1 km away.
A walk around the centre can include the Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales, 280 m away, and the Museo Los Caños del Peral. Ópera metro station is 310 m away. At 560 m, Espacio Fundación Telefónica hosts exhibitions on Gran Vía, while Museo Cerralbo, 620 m away, offers a chance to see a historic collection in a palace. Plaza Mayor, Sol and the Royal Palace make for walks among architecture, shops and terraces. For a day of museums, you can visit the Thyssen and Prado and continue to El Retiro; the nearby metro network makes it easy to return after exploring other parts of Madrid.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s service and how easy it is to get around the centre. The facilities, cleanliness and comfort receive favourable feedback, while the WiFi also gets a positive rating.
Generator Madrid rates vary depending on the season, room type and dates you choose. You can check the latest price for your stay.
Generator Madrid is 11 km from Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas Airport. Santo Domingo metro station is 40 m away and Callao is 200 m away; Bilbao and Recoletos railway stations are 1.1 and 1.4 km away. The property has private parking in a garage, at €30 per day, and parking spaces cannot be reserved.
From Generator Madrid, you can walk to Plaza Mayor de Madrid and Puerta del Sol, both 550 m away, and the Royal Palace, 640 m away. Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales is 280 m away and Mercado Municipal los Mostenses is 290 m away. Plaza de Oriente, 450 m away, and Cerralbo Museum, 620 m away, are also nearby.
Generator Madrid offers a full English or Irish breakfast, a vegetarian option and a buffet. There are several breakfast options at the property; whether breakfast is included depends on the rate you choose.
Generator Madrid allows pets on request in private rooms only. Extra charges may apply, and the stated condition for dogs is that they weigh less than 34 kg; the fee is charged per dog, per stay.
Generator Madrid has private parking in a garage at the property. It costs €30 per day and cannot be reserved, so it is not a free parking option.
Generator Madrid offers beds in mixed and female shared dormitories, as well as private rooms for four, double room options and a family room. The shared dormitories have bunk beds, reading lights, USB sockets and lockers; bed linen is included and towels can be rented at reception.
Guests under 18 cannot stay in Generator Madrid’s shared dormitories. This restriction applies to this type of room, which is available in mixed and female options.
At Generator Madrid, you can request extra beds for €30 per bed, per night. They are subject to availability, so they are not guaranteed for every stay.