Generator Madrid
Madrid · Community of Madrid

Generator Madrid

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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8.1 Score
12.071 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Madrid
Nearby Plaza Mayor de Madrid · 550 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Generator Madrid

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
★ 8.1 · Very good · 12.071 reviews

Plan your stay at Generator Madrid

Hostel in Madrid next to Gran Vía, with shared and private rooms, a rooftop terrace, bar, hot tubs and lively communal spaces.

Room types

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.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Generator Madrid
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
22 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning
  • Socket near the bed

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.

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Deluxe Twin Room — Generator Madrid
Deluxe Twin Room
15 m²

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Desk

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.

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4-Bed Private Room — Generator Madrid
4-Bed Private Room
16 m²

  • 2 Bunk beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Socket near the bed

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.

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Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room — Generator Madrid
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
22 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Wooden or parquet flooring

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.

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Family Room (4 Guests) — Generator Madrid
Family Room (4 Guests)
16 m²

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Bunk bed or 1 Extra-large double bed and 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Desk

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.

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Generator Madrid
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
16 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Socket near the bed

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.

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Deluxe King Room — Generator Madrid
Deluxe King Room
15 m²

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Streaming service (such as Netflix)
  • Satellite channels

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.

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Economy Twin Room — Generator Madrid
Economy Twin Room
12 m²

  • 2 Bunk beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

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.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay a one-minute walk from Gran Vía and have two metro stations less than 200 m away
  • you’re travelling alone and prefer to choose between a mixed shared dormitory and a female-only one
  • you’re looking for a private room for two or a family option for up to four guests
  • you’re interested in a rooftop terrace, a bar and two hot tubs
  • you’re travelling with a dog and can request a private room, possibly for an extra charge

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: private parking costs €30 per day and cannot be reserved
  • you’re under 18 and want to stay in a shared room
  • you’re travelling with a pet and need to stay in a shared dormitory; pets are only allowed in private rooms
  • you want towels included in a shared dormitory; they can be rented at reception and may incur an extra charge

Hotel facilities & services

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.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Pets allowed
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tour desk

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace / solarium
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music / performances
  • Happy hour
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Pub crawls
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub / DJ
  • Games room
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour reception

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine / champagne
  • Kids' buffet
  • Kids' menu
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

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.

Plaza Mayor de Madrid — A historic arcaded square surrounded by terraces and buildings from old Madrid. 550 m
Royal Palace — A monumental palace residence with historic rooms and nearby gardens. 640 m
Puerta del Sol — A central square with the New Year’s Eve clock and the kilometre zero marker. 550 m
Mercado Municipal los Mostenses — An urban market with food stalls and a variety of dining options. 290 m
Monastery of las Descalzas Reales — A historic monastery with artistic heritage and convent spaces open to visitors. 280 m
Cerralbo Museum — A museum-palace preserving art collections and historic furnishings. 620 m

What guests say about Generator Madrid

8.1
Very good · 12.071 reviews
Staff
8.7
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Facilities
8.1
Value for money
8.1
Free Wi-Fi
8.2

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.

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