A hostel with some en-suite private bathrooms
Huge rooftop terrace
Spacious chill-out lounge with pool table and foosball
On-site bar with drinks and pub fare
Bicycles available to rent on-site
Library with computer terminals and books
Free daily walking tour
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Youthful party vibe might not appeal to all guests
Popular with young budget travelers, the Generator is a modern, trendy, and -- perhaps most important for its guests -- affordable hostel in the heart of the tourist area. Rooms range from dorms with shared bathrooms to private rooms with en-suite bathrooms. They are basic but clean and stylish. Hostel life centers on a big chill-out area with lots of plush seating and extras such as foosball, a pool table, and even a photo booth. That said, the hostel has a bit of a party atmosphere -- travelers in search of something more subdued might want to look elsewhere.
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Scene
Bright, modern hostel with fun, youthful atmosphere
The atmosphere of the hostel is fresh, young, and modern.The small lobby has graffiti-style artwork covering its walls and an industrial-style staircase leads up to the reception area. Beyond reception is a large rooftop terrace, a bar, and a chill-out area with plush seating. Hallways dimly illuminated by stylish colored lighting, and more graffiti-style artwork, lead to the rooms. The Generator is geared toward young travelers, backpackers, groups of friends, and couples on a budget.
Location
On a quiet street in the main tourist area
The Generator is on a relatively quiet street right in the heart of the tourist area, and there are plenty of restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops nearby. Rosenborg Castle Gardens is a couple of minutes away by foot, as is the old part of town, with its little cobbled streets and cute boutiques. The huge King’s New Square, a major transport hub, is a five-minute walk away. The airport is within a 20-minute drive, and can also be reached on Line 2 of the metro in the same amount of time.
Rooms
Dorms and private rooms with en-suite bathrooms
The Generator is a hostel, but while beds in the dorm rooms are the least-expensive available, there are also twin rooms and private rooms with en-suite bathrooms available. Those in the dorms share bathrooms -- each floor has a shower. Rooms have a simple, almost stark decor, with the sleek finishes so identified with Scandinavian design. White walls are offset by brightly colored accent walls, and gray drapes and lamps.
Features
Chill-out lounge with seating and pool table, plus library, bar, and bike rental
The hostel's main feature is its chill-out lounge, which has lots of natural light pouring in from big picture windows, sleek, modern design with wooden-plank accent walls, plenty of seating, a photo booth, a foosball table, and a pool table. Off to one side is a library with computer stations and lots of books. There's a huge rooftop terrace, and an on-site Petanque Bar that serves pub fare, including burgers, nachos, pizza, and pasta, as well as cocktails. Bicycles can be rented from the front desk, and there's a daily free walking tour. The hostel also offers luggage storage in coin-operated lockers, laundry facilities, and vending machines. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property.
