Travelers plan their Roman adventures over coffee at the on-site café, while enjoying modern conveniences like express check-out and attentive staff assistance.
Generator Rome, near the Roman Forum, offers a lively base for exploration. Enjoy morning coffee at the café, relax at the bar, and use amenities like dry cleaning, in-room WiFi, and luggage storage. Multilingual staff can guide you to nearby attractions.
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. Visit our Rome travel guide
Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore and Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore 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 an elevator
A reception hall, luggage storage, and ATM/banking services
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
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
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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
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
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 Via Marsala and Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore. Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore and Via Nazionale are also within 15 minutes. Vittorio Emanuele Station and Laziali Station are within a 5-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Generator Rome Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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It’s very decent for the price. Super clean, in a great area (walking distance to Roma terminal) and plenty of restaurants. Also you can walk to main attractions from there as well and if you get tired there’s always the metro nearby. Super easy.
Habitación limpia, baño independiente. No hay toallas, hay que alquilarlas. Poca intimidad en la habitación. Hombres y mujeres. Literas . No se especifica bien en la aplicación. Baño limpio. Cama limpia. Personal recepción súper agradables.
Luigi
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
May
Oct 25, 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Personalen var trevliga och bra. Rummet var mycket mörkare och slitnare än på bilderna. Badrummet behöver fräschas upp och detsamma gäller rummet. Jag fick rummet bredvid trappa så det var mycket spring och störningar. Rummet fick också in matos eftersom det kom från köket. Inte så trevligt. Fönstret kan man inte ha öppet eftersom det var bredvid utrymningstrappan och där la städarna smutsig tvätt. Städarna gick där.
Good overall no real complaints. Bed was a big broken on one side with a loud popping sound on left side but not that big of a deal. Some guy when I first checked in was a bit disrespectful when I was confused about something, that was a bit off putting but overall a good stay in my books.
Nina was the best. Clean rooms, comfortable beds, nice quiet environment. Surrounding area looks a bit sketchy at night but just take normal precaution. No towel, you have to pay extra seemed not good. I would recommend.
The restroom was in pretty bad shape; the shower leaked water onto the bathroom room floor and it remained wet the rest of the time. There a smell of mold all over the bathroom and it wasn’t clean properly. They charged per extra towels 5 euros just so I can have a towel to dry the wet floor. The “fresh” towels also smelled bad. Very disappointed on this property.
Lo que no me agradó fue que te ofrecen un desayuno que tienes que avisar un día antes el paquete de desayuno solo lo pedí un día y me faltó un producto y nadie se dió por enterado. Para el costo que tiene no vale la pena
Todo estuvo bien, solo deberían tener más comunicación entre el personal, pagué un late check out e intentaron abrir la puerta antes. A mi llegada la chica que me recibió no hablaba español (elegí ese hotel porque decía que hablaban este idioma) y al parecer le molestó que mi inglés no fuera tan fluido o quizá solo estaba fastidiada de iniciar su turno laboral
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!
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.
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.
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.