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Generator Barcelona

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

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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
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

Room options

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Superior Twin, Private Bathroom

Superior Twin, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Private 4 bed Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
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

Room for 6 people with Private Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Bed in Eight Bedded Mixed Room Private Bathroom

Bed in Eight Bedded Mixed Room Private Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Bed in Six Bedded Mixed Room Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Twin, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe King - Terrace, Private Bathroom

Deluxe King - Terrace, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Suite, Private Bathroom

Superior Suite, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

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

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Superior Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Bed In 6 Beds Female Dormitory - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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

Private 6 Bed Room- Ensuite

  • Sleeps 6

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

Private 4 Bed Room - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4

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

Bed In 8 Beds Mixed Dormitory - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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

Bed In 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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About the area

Map
Carrer de Corsega, 377, Barcelona, 08037

What's nearby

  • Casa Milà - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Passeig de Gràcia - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Casa Batllo - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sagrada Familia - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

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
  • ‪González & Co - ‬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/games 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 hire and multilingual staff
  • ATM/banking services, a TV in reception and a vending machine
  • A water dispenser, a lift and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 114 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as 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 transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 25 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 10 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.
  • Lift
  • 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 organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 are 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 34 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on 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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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: from 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
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 the 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 34 kg 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 does it cost to stay at Generator Barcelona ?

As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator Barcelona on 3 Dec 2025 start from NZ$146.70, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 ?

Checkout 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

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 419 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel! Only issue was the AC, it was not on, but I went downstairs to ask them to turn it on remotely (it was locked) and they did. Bed was comfortable. ¡Buen hotel! El único problema fue el aire acondicionado; no estaba encendido, pero bajé a pedirles que lo encendieran a distancia (estaba cerrado) y lo hicieron. La cama era cómoda.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

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

10/10 Excellent

Surangani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, toilet, bath facility, staff (except for one who didn’t help. Could be the language barrier.) staff helped with stopping taxis including taxi to the airport. Not a drinker, so don’t know about the bar.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

María

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

10/10 Excellent

OSCAR

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

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

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

Yui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was great staying there. They were nice and smooth for reception,and gave me good room and close to bars.

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

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Security guy and receptionists were really, really nice and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

As a hostel, the rooms are basic, but we had a private room and private bath. It was a more economical choice than any other hotel in city center.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a good stay by The Generator. It is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Adesola

Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maire-Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a private room with terrace on the 8th floor which was perfect! Room was basic but really modern, clean and great temperature with a/c especially in the heat while we were there. The hotel is very modern and eclectic with a good buzz about it all the time. Everything we were doing was within walking distance and the area is great. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Feeling great I went too many hostels but it’s not only a hostel it’s a feel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There's not much I could say I didn't like about the GENERATOR hostel in Barcelona except the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a good place, very fancy. It needs more chill areas or working spaces without the loud music they play all day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Not good staff

Not very nice staff wouldn’t let me stay 1 minute after check out to book somewhere else
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are so nice and location is also good!! We put the plate of 'Yes clean' but it doesn't work. Except this point, all good!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yuka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stuff helped me a lot, and the room was clean enough. I met wonderful roommates. However, it was a little noisy around the hotel even thou it’s midnight.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

It had the potential to be the best option for the

The check-in process took about an hour, and the line was obstructing other guests as they entered the building. The bed was firm, but it was clean. However, the shower door does not seal completely, leaving about a one-inch gap. As a result, when I take a shower, the floor ends up messy and wet.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Looks great was not worth it.

Was meant to be busy great hotel for solo travel- my friend told me about it. I arrived at 6pm and it was very quiet. I went to microwave food and there was a cockroach near the microwave (single but still disgusting as were all the dishes so this put me off going breakfast). There were very young boys on the roof looked about 12? I went out at 9pm as still dead people in the lift said the same, came back at 11pm and the front bar area was full but with couples it was not bustley just busy and back bar had 4 people in so I showered. The toilet in the room didn’t lock (as a woman who needed it to lock) I told reception and they said there were communal showers and toilet. There was one toilet (seemed like mens as no bin and only men using the 3 showers on that floor that were “communal”) I really wasn’t impressed with my stay. The shower was good in the room but there was a slat loose in the ceiling which made me feel uncomfortable as if someone could look through it? Could have stayed 4 nights very glad I only stayed one as it’s far away and really did not meet expectations. I’ve been travelling for 4 weeks to many countries this looks the best but really is not.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024