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Generator Rome

Art Deco hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Rooftop terrace
Lobby
Front of property
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Pet friendly
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Twin

Deluxe Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Pet friendly
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8 bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

bed in 4 bed Dorm

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed in a 6 Bed Mixed Dorm

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 3 bed Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Pet friendly
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Single

Deluxe Single

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Pet friendly
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 3 Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 194 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 bed Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 Bed Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Located in Rome, Generator Rome is in the city center. Colosseum and Roman Forum are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Villa Borghese and Circus Maximus. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Foro Italico or Stadio Olimpico.
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Via Principe Amedeo 251, Rome, RM, 185

What's nearby

  • Colosseum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Roman Forum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Trevi Fountain - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Spanish Steps - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Pantheon - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Vittorio Emanuele Station - 2 min walk
  • Rome Termini Station - 11 min walk
  • Ciampino Airport (CIA) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gatsby Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar Trani - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Cornetto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kebabish Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • Flamel

About this property

Generator Rome

Hostel near Colosseum
Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore and Via Nazionale are located near Generator Rome , which provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • An elevator, ATM/banking services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 67 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • LED light bulbs, heating, and limited housekeeping

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Italian, Polish, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • On-the-go breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1900
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Reception hall
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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 31 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 10 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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: EUR 3.50 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately EUR 8 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 55 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Towels fee: EUR 5 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

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
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 and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT058091B6JFXAP7RK

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 10 June to 10 September

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Generator Rome pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 31 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Generator Rome ?

As of Aug 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator Rome on Aug 24, 2025 start from CA $148.49, excluding 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 Rome ?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Generator Rome ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Generator Rome ?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Generator Rome provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 55 per vehicle applies.

Where is Generator Rome located?

Located in Rome City Centre, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II and Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore. Colosseum and Roman Forum are also within 1 mi (2 km). Vittorio Emanuele Station and Laziali Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Generator Rome Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 434 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dennie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall we thought the hotel was good, we enjoyed the stay. It does say hostel, but we didn’t feel like we were staying in a hostel. It’s right next to the metro as well so easier to get around.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shintaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was comfortable staying at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cassondra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Excellent and helpful staff. Needs a real kitchen. Limiting food on premises to only what can be bought at the hostel is a huge mistake. Not many good restaurants in the immediate area. Pre-packaged breakfast served on a tray with no choice allowed is dreadful and way overpriced at Euro 8. Would only recommend this hostel if you need to be near the train station.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hostel was perfect for our family's needs. They let us book a whole room for ourselves since we had 6 people. The staff was friendly and very helpful. Would highly recommend for any travelers. Don't be fooled by the outside neighborhood. It was safe and we walked just fine to and from the metro and train station with our children.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice , very convenient location , near the train station and the city center . I highly recommend it .
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay had a twin room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francois

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I suggest goid value for $$
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chi thanh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff ! Very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hostel, rooms are big, beds are comfy and there is a nice bar on roof top with drinks and food where you can hang up and meet people.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Arvid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Budget friendly

Great alternative that’s not too expensive! Located fairly locally
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed for 3 nights and picked it due to it's proximity to Roma Termini. It was an adequate stay relative to it's cost.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

the evenings with extra music

What, in my opinion (matter of taste), is that during the evening / nights they play really loud "stupid" eurotechno pop. So you don't really want to hang out in the lobby/foyer, or in the bar either. It would be okay if they kept the music in the bar, but now it's all over place. But it's my opinion and a matter of taste. Otherwise, it's really a nice and friendly place. Will most likely choose it again when I come to Rome
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checking in and out was a breeze. The staff is amazing- always ready to help with a friendly demeanor. The staff I’d encountered (consisting of many front desk reps and rooftop bartender), were all personable, knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful with every question/issue I had. My room- was in a twin deluxe- was cute and IMMACULATE, the AC was pumping (I was able to adjust the temperature), and bed was comfy. Decor was cute and artsy. In all, Generator Rome for the place and staff - gets at A++! The neighborhood- as you would be in any foreign city, keep your eyes open. You’re in the heart of Rome and whenever you’re in any “heart” of a major city, you will notice an evident urban “edge”- Rome is no different. The first couple of nights I took cabs everywhere, and then soon realized it was like NYC (where I grew up in)- and people keep to themselves as long as you do. Keeping my eyes open and being aware, I used public transportation everywhere from that point on- even on those late nights out. In the end, if I had to compare, if I were a newbie city traveler, I’d beg to say that the heart of Rome had a safer feeling than NYC. A tip for US travelers - bring an adaptor if you want to use a USB, lightening port, or “regular” US electrical plug; their sockets are European ones. The hostel sells them but do bring one if you have. Thank you Generator Rome staff for an excellent stay. 🤗 Lorenzo, the “music major,” and team- you’re all a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location close to Roma Termini. Nice and clean facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Good staff, bad sleep

The hostel itself was nice and the staff were really friendly. The rooftop bar is a nice addition and a good place to go in the evenings. The room was where I had my issues. The air conditioning didn’t appear to be working, and when I asked it turned out the air con doesn’t get switched on at all in the evenings until the end of May. Given the heat at this time of year, I thought this was ridiculous. This resulted in people in my room opening the windows, which meant I could hear every loud banging noise that people in vans and trucks were making in the street below (this would happen all night). The heat and the noise resulted in 3 pretty terrible sleeps. One small pillow was also not really enough comfort-wise.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the rooftop bar after a day of exploring, the staff were all welcoming and friendly. The location was great for transport.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lorenzo was super kind and helpful at the front desk. He handled big groups efficiently and made sure to acknowledge solo travelers also. By far an amazing brand ambassador.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location near terminii and walking to the colusium. Staff could use some info help re passes and tours though.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jente

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Fairly priced. It was just quite dirty in the bathroom and some spots in the dorms. It’s a great location and the staff is amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Venu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The location is great for walking to all the tourist areas and is right next to the train station, but I don't think this is a 4 star hotel as Google maps indicates. It is a very pricey hostel with shady surroundings. No amenities are provided and need to pay extra for even towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient, affordable stay in Rome

Generator Rome was a nice, affordable stay in Rome. It's conveniently located to the metro and the Colosseum. The room was nice and industrial style - nothing fancy (no mini fridge), but very nice for the price. The staff is friendly, the front desk is stocked with snacks, and the rooftop bar is cute.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and accommodating. my room was clean and very smartly decorated. Generator has a great atmosphere and i will recommend them to my friends and family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generator Rome features an excellent location a short walk from Roma Termini and public transport. The room and facility was very clean and the staff very friendly. The rooftop breakfasts/bar was another excellent feature. The location is excellent for logistics but a more rundown part of the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023