Generator Paris
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Generator Paris

Hostel · l'Hopital Saint-Louis ·

Stylish hostel with dorms, private rooms, rooftop bar & club

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9-11 Pl. du Colonel Fabien, 75010 Paris, France Get directions

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The 52 Best Hotels in Paris

"From the moment you check in at the colorfully-painted reception, under the bright lights of the movie theater marquee-style sign above, Generator makes you feel like a guest at a long-running party. Envisioned as the next generation of hostels, the brand celebrates unique design, engaging experiences, and locally-sourced food, while offering a range of room styles and prices." - Sandra Ramani, Lindsey Tramuta

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Generator Paris

"How did it strike you on arrival?From the moment you check in at the colorfully-painted reception, under the bright lights of the movie theater marquee-style sign above, Generator makes you feel like a guest at a long-running party. Envisioned as the next generation of hostels, the brand celebrates unique design, engaging experiences, and locally-sourced food, while offering a range of room styles and prices. As with all Generators, the focus at this flagship Paris outpost is on the shared social scene, so past the reception lies an always-buzzing Café Fabien, with ping-pong and foosball tables and a garden-view conservatory. A spiral staircase leads down to a nightclub inspired by the Paris Metro, while elevators—operated by keycards, for extra security—lead up to a rooftop lounge with hammocks, a bar, and views out to Montmartre. Nice. What’s the crowd like?The hostel set-up mainly attracts a independent backpacker crowd from around the world, though the focus on design also draws budget-minded couples and a few long-terms guests. The emphasis on social spaces is a bonus for solo travelers looking to make new friends. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.Choose between private rooms with either private or shared baths, and hostel-style group rooms with bunk-beds; the latter come in sizes that sleep up to 10 people, with female-only options available. All have a clean, Scandinavian-inspired design, and come with useful basics like USB and power plugs, clothes hanging units, and full-length mirrors. Private rooms have upgrades like desks and—in the Premium Terrace category—toiletries, complimentary snacks and water, and private outdoor space. We’re craving some deep, restorative sleep. They got us?Private rooms are outfitted with twin beds, which can be pushed together in form a makeshift Queen. Bunk beds have privacy screens and under-bed storage drawers. Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.Private rooms come with fluffy towels (plus toiletries in the Premium category), while guests of the Shared rooms can request towels for an added cost. Bathrooms are basic, but will get the job done. Maybe the most important topic of all: Wi-Fi. What’s the word?Wi-Fi is complimentary throughout the hotel. Staff: If you could award one a trophy, who gets it, and why?Leaning in to the communal vibe, staffers are approachable and engaging, and happy to dispense local tips. The reception is manned 24/7. Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.A rare perk in the city, the 9th floor rooftop is an Instagram-favorite for its cabana-inspired style and incredible views; on a clear day, look out for Sacré-Coeur. The lobby cafe is a lively spot for French pastries, snacks, and a shot of barista-pulled energy. Bottom line: worth it, and why?This is an ideal pick for travelers who aren't looking to break the bank, but still want a place with style and personality. Just remember to book a room with a private bathroom if you'd like to limit the socializing to the public areas." - Sandra Ramani

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"The Generator brand was designed to attract cost-conscious, indie-minded travelers, and this flagship Paris location—opened in 2015 in the lively 10th Arrondissement—nails that mandate from the minute you check in under the flashing, theater-style marquee. A vibrant scene unfolds in the shared spaces, which include a garden conservatory, the lobby-level Café Fabien (outfitted with foosball and ping-pong tables), a rooftop lounge (ringed by hammocks, a bar, and Montmartre views), and a subterranean club with a Metro-inspired design. After working, mingling, or savoring a bite in the social areas, head up to one of the 920 beds, which are located either in private bedrooms (with private or shared baths) or hostel-style rooms (which sleep up to 10 in bunk beds and are available in co-ed and female-only configurations). Crisp, Scandinavian-inspired décor rules throughout, and shared rooms come with useful touches like full-length mirrors, privacy screens, under-bed storage, and USB outlets; towels and bath products are available for an additional fee. Private rooms have desks and towels, while the top-category Premium Terrace option goes all-out with robes, toiletries, free water and snacks, and a small outdoor area. Everyone enjoys free Wi-Fi, making it easy to follow the new friends you made over drinks on the rooftop."

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Generator Paris, a Design Boutique Hotel Paris, France

"Generator Paris is a designer hostel located in the lively 10th district in Paris. Free WiFi access is available and it features a stylish lounge area with games room. You can enjoy locally inspired dishes at the on-site Café Fabien and listen to DJs music while having a drink from the bar. Each of the contemporary rooms here provide air conditioning, bed linen and a private bathroom with a shower. Some rooms also offer a private terrace. A continental breakfast is prepared every morning at this hostel. You will also find a 24-hour front desk, a laundry room and a terrace as well as the shared lounge, which is decorated in a North African design. Many bars, restaurants and vintage shops can be found along the Canal St Martin, just a 5-minute walk away. The hostel is 900 metres from Gare de l'Est Metro Station, and it is 700 metres from Buttes-Chaumont Park." - My Boutique Hotel (en)

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Zeineb D.

Google
I had an absolutely fantastic stay at this hotel! From the moment I arrived, the staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, making me feel right at home. The rooms were spacious, spotless, and beautifully decorated, with comfortable beds that guaranteed a great night’s sleep. I especially loved the stunning views from my balcony, which made every morning feel special. The on-site restaurant served delicious meals with a wide variety of options, and the breakfast buffet was simply amazing. Everything about this hotel, from the relaxing spa to the convenient location near key attractions, exceeded my expectations. I can’t recommend it enough and will definitely be returning on my next trip!

N V.

Google
This hostel had everything I look for when traveling: decent rooms, a smooth check-in, its own bar with happy hours and big lockers in the room. As a solo female traveler, I also appreciated that there were always several other women in the dorm, sometimes even a 50/50 balance, which made me feel safe. I stayed in a 10-bed dorm with a bathroom that had two sinks, two showers and one toilet and that setup worked out just fine. I’ve read mixed reviews about cleanliness and I agree that the shared toilets and showers for the non-ensuite dorms were indeed less clean. The curtains also looked almost as if they had been pulled out of a trash bin, which wasn’t very appealing. That said, I met so many great people in the downstairs common area and ended up playing a lot of ping pong. The rooftop terrace with a view of the Sacré-Cœur is of course a huge highlight! I definitely recommend watching a sunset from there. The cocktails are on the pricier side but still worth it. Breakfast deserves a special mention: you get a lot for the price, and it’s genuinely filling. For €9.50 it’s worth it. They also offer paid luggage storage, but it’s well secured with an automated code-based system and different locker sizes to choose from. All in all, I had a fantastic stay and will definitely come back the next time I’m in Paris, since I thought the area was nice as well!

Cory B.

Google
I stayed 1 night in a last minute booking . I opted for a 10 person bunk room but it was excellent. Everyone was incredibly friendly and the staff couldn't be more friendly and helpful. Bathrooms were well taken care of and clean and the locker , laundry facilities were very simple to use and a huge plus. They do not have a kitchen but I didn't mind much as I was backpacking through and had all my cooking gear with me. I would definitely recommend Generator hands down and if im in the area again I will hooking through them again.

millie A.

Google
For the price of a queen room it is quite a basic room with slightly odd/dim lighting. There is massive construction on the round about next to it which was so so loud at night you needed ear plugs. The staff however were so kind and friendly and helpful. It’s pretty close to Le marais which is beautifullllll and canal st Martin if you want evening sunset drinks and chats

Jacob H

Google
Nice lobby,bar, rooftop. However if more attention went into the cleanliness of the place it would be a 5 star. The one toilet in my 10 person room didn’t flush and was clogged. Blankets stained. I’ve stayed in a 30 person per room hostel in rural Vietnam with mosquito nets to protect against dengue. This was more clean than this place.

imogenballis457

Google
Stayed in Generators before as well so I know I can trust them with general cleanliness and safety. The bathrooms had an odd smell but other than that, pretty clean. Bed was pretty comfortable too. Location of this one was a bit out of the way from the rest of the city though

Meherani K.

Google
The reception at night- Mohammad and Matias greeted us with great warmth. They provided everything that we needed to know about their services. In the day time Sofia helped us know more about the city for touring and transportation since we travelled there for the first time. Their hospitality shows extreme professionalism and humbleness. The bar team in the morning were also hardworking to be noticed (forgot his name but probably South Asian). The city seemed more beautiful because we met these people who were equally lovely. Will recommend for future visits. 👍

Loïc M.

Google
Somewhat overpriced, and there are several areas that could be improved (like AC in rooms). The receptionist, Alexis, was great and super helpful when I checked in. However, after, I had a question and interacted with another staff member, Mohammed (or Muhammed). Unfortunately, he was very rude, arrogant and unprofessional. He seemed more focused on his phone than on assisting guests. It felt like he might have missed customer service training, as his attitude was far from normal from a receptionist.

Nancy H.

Yelp
I stayed at the Generator in Paris for 10 days and I highly recommend! Sophia and Constanze at the front desk were amazing as well as Lalya! anytime I had a question or needed anything they went out of their way to accommodate! And they did so with bright smiling faces that made me want to stay for the entire summer! 5 Stars for these ladies!!! I will def. be back! ~Nancy

Katherine P.

Yelp
Noisette was amazing!! So kind and a great bartender. We enjoyed our time at the bar in the hostile.

Alberto A.

Yelp
Harriet is awesome and she is cool, really enjoyed my stay and hope she wins this competition

Wesley S.

Yelp
My stay here left me feeling unsafe and violated. My partner and I shared a private room for 2 weeks as part of a study abroad program. Pros - close to some major train and bus lines. Pharmacy and convenience stores located nearby. Pros end there. Cons - The first room I was given had broken window insulation, constantly letting in cold January air. Told the front desk, who sent a guard upstairs to check it out. He told me it was fine and I had to show him exactly where the rubber insulation lining was peeling away from the window frame. Was told to wait for maintenance, was not given a time frame. Updated my program director, who got us a new room in 5 minutes flat. Moved all our stuff to the new room with a window that shut fully, but still had broken heating. I developed hypothermia as a result of prolonged exposure to the cold, while inside. Absolutely ridiculous stuff. Quite literally, I had to catch hypothermia and tell the staff I was calling myself a doctor for them to finally get maintenance involved. Maintenance fixed the problem in under 10 minutes. The shower in this second room was covered in black mold. The vents and grout were disgusting, to the point I originally thought someone had had a mishap while dyeing their hair. Nope, mold. The staff and managers are very aware of this - I have read reviews on google dating back several years of other customers pointing out the black mold in the showers, and the owner or staff will reply and say that "housekeeping tries their best." It's not housekeeping's job anymore - this hostel needs to hire a specialist. It's disgusting. I will not allow them to direct the blame to their cleaning crew, who are all doing their best. The owner/managers need to accept responsibility for creating a disgusting, unsafe environment. I asked other members of my program the mold status of their bathrooms and at least 2 of the other 9 rooms had the same problem. The locks do nothing. I was alone in the room and had my door locked (they are also keycard protected.) A man knocked on the door three times; I did not respond. He let himself into the room anyways. Cleaning crew will also just let themselves into your room, so pray that you're not butt naked during those times. I felt like I had zero privacy. The food is expensive and disgusting. You cannot bring outside food into your room or the cafe, so if you haven't budgeted to go out to eat every night, then pick somewhere else. Their website proudly states that their staff speak both French and English, but this is only the front desk folks. The maintenance and cleaning crew did not understand anything I said, which would've been fine if I hadn't been dealing with unexpected intrusions and black mold in my shower. I wish I could've better expressed these concerns to them, or had them taken more seriously. Reiterating though - this is the owner's fault. I don't place any blame on the overworked staff who are doing what up above has told them to do. I understand it's a hostel, not a hotel, and that the services offered differ greatly. I don't expect a stay at the Ritz or even a dingy motel, but I do expect to not get so sick I have to see a doctor or hold my breath the whole time I'm showering. Spare yourself and find a party hostel that respects your health.

Ruby K.

Yelp
The showers had mold, the sheets and curtains were stained. There was an object in my apple sauce. The hallway at night looks like a horror movie.

Cameron R.

Yelp
Incredible service, I left big fans of everyone involved, but especially Laila, Micka, and Mustafa, who took the time to help me out and understand me, even through my thick, Texan accent. Great folks and cheap rooms in a great town!

Claire L.

Yelp
I paid €96 a night to get breakfast and a bed. And that's exactly what I got. The breakfastwasn't great and the line was huge and it never opened on time. Most days 10 minutes late. It was hard since the museums would open between 8-9am and breakfast didn't open between 7:15 and 8:30 on most days. The section wasn't huge. It says on yelp they have a vegan selection. For breakfast, that's a big NO. Unless you consider orange juice, cucumbers and tomatoes breakfast. The bed was warm and the AC hardly worked. The big issue was the MOLD! The bathroom ceiling was nasty. The shower temperature was never steady and would be ice cold 95% of the time and then flare up to scalding hot 5% of the time. No matter where you had the dial on. The local grocery store was amazing as it had cheap wine and cheese which you could take to the local canal and watch the sunset. One of the girls in my room, her locker was locked with another's lock, and we asked the front desk at 2pm for help opening it as no one in the room said it was theirs. And they told us to come back around midnight / 1am to get the janitors to open it. They were working 12 hour days and didn't want to be up until then. Very annoying. Other than that, you're paying for a bed in a shared room. Other guests would get in late, bang stuff around so just know what you're in for. Also don't forget shower sandals. Also the WiFi was great, it could easily download videos! Good luck! The crowd was mixed from 14-15 year old kids to 60 year old men. It was quite interesting. Also the location is mixed. Outside there are drunk homeless who will yell at you. But it is 2 minutes from the metro. Which is about 15-30 minutes from any attraction you want. I recommend getting the metro pass. It's about $10 per days but saves so much time and energy. The day I didn't have it I walked 19 miles or 30.4 km. With it, I was only doing about half of that.
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Nick S.

Yelp
Writing my first review in ages because my experience here was so terrible. Early on my second day my stay was ruined when a pipe burst and half of my floor was flooded. It took close to an hour for it to stop. Water was coming under the door of our room when it finally stopped. Power was shut down. It felt like being in a post apocalyptic movie. Also. No employee came around to let people know this was happening. It was still early enough where people in my room were sleeping and I had to wake them up. Who on Earth would want to stay somewhere after that? I still had two nights left and asked an employee about a refund. She said they had been told from up above not to give refunds. I asked her if she would want to stay if she were in my shoes. She said of course not and gave me the email for the general manager Cedric Decaudin. I emailed Cedric and asked about a refund. His response was that the pipe burst was beyond their control and they weren't giving refunds. He also said that the leak had been stopped and acted like everything was fine. The last time I was there, roughly 7-8 hours after the flood, the power on the first floor was still out and there was still water all over the place. The reception desk was vacant and they were using the bar to check people in. You know, the bar I paid to be able to use as part of my fee, was closed because of the flood. Not exactly back to normal now, Cedric. Is it? I don't care if the pipe burst by accident, if it was from gnomes or if Cedric Decaudin went in there himself and smashed it with a wrench. When something like this happens, the business is responsible no matter what caused it. I have said this much to Cedric and like the coward he is, he has not responded. You would have to be a fool to waste your money on this place. They do not care about your satisfaction, they just want your money and as far as they're concerned you can piss off. The end.
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Monica G.

Yelp
This was my first time at a hostel, and LET ME TELL YOU, SHIT WAS LIT. I spent a total of 5 days in Paris. 3 days at a hotel, and 2 at this hostel and I wish I had actually spent all 5 days here. Generator was clean, modern, central to everything I wanted to see, and overall just a great experience. I stayed in a 6 bedroom mixed dorm and met a guy from Mumbai, a boy from Paris, a girl from Australia and we all became the best of friends within hours of meeting each other. The wifi is great here, rooftop bar is pretty but spendy, the rooms were super clean, beds were comfy, shower was perfect and welp, I have no complaints. Do stay here. Au revoir, Paris.

Pegasus S.

Yelp
Lots to say. First off will start off with that it's marginally better than the London Generator, rooms were less prison like, and bathrooms and showers were at least in your room, as well as the set up downstairs was decently laid out with the open air patio and then bar. That's about where the good comments end. First of all the key cards don't work more than a few hours and the front desk runs out regularly. Over a 2 night stay I needed to get 5 separate key cards as they just wouldn't let me in the room. When I arrived there was a cup in the hallway that when I left was still there meaning that the halls and rooms weren't cleaned at all in minimum two days. If you like a comfortable bed not the place to go, you could feel the springs pushing into your back and arm and woke up sore and unrested. A buddy got locked in the shower because the door lock broke and when I told the front desk all she said was "well we can't go in the guys restroom so you just have to figure it out" and wouldn't give me a key so I had to use a piece of metal to literally pick the lock to let him out since the staff couldn't be bothered. €10.50 for a pint of beer is highway robbery and not allowing outside food or drink makes it even less inviting to go to the bar. Black mold in shower is never good as well as it was clear the bathrooms in the rooms weren't cleaned in a while. Rooms don't have a place to dry your hands so have fun wiping them on your shirt, and the bathroom down the hall has a hole cut in it to exposed pipes. End of the day it was only €60 a night but if I ever come back to Paris I'd spend the extra €40 and stay in a nicer place. Paid an extra 50 for bike rentals and when I showed up in the morning they said they gave them all away but luckily after I grabbed breakfast they had one available, but if they didn't have them then I was told that it was my fault for not renting the bikes earlier and they wouldn't refund me. Giving this place 3 stars is VERY generous, but end of the day I did get a bed (not a good one), and I did have access to a bathroom (not a clean one), but I'd recommend going elsewhere.
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Vendela B.

Yelp
Enjoyed my stay in the mixed female dorm. We had bathrooms(showers) and lockers in our rooms. They had a club and bar downstairs, where the staff was friendly. Not as friendly in the reception. They had wifi and you could borrow a towel. We felt very safe here because they had a doorman. I'm going to visit this hostel again!
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Alexandra S.

Yelp
Cleaning crew did relatively well in the room bathrooms but we ALWAYS had toilet paper and soap. #itsthesimplethings Their manager is the bomb. Some feisty staff members (2 in particular) but overall nice experience.

Nicholas S.

Yelp
I an extremely unsatisfied with my stay at this hostel. Neither bed me or my friend stayed in had sheets, the bathroom did not have toilet paper for days, the showers had black mold, and the staff told me incorrect information about the lockers and then made me go to an ATM to get euros to convert to 36 euro coins to feed into the locker in the middle of the night (but also made me wait while they continually checked in large groups making me and my friends sit around waiting for over an hour to even help) which feels extremely petty when after all I went through they could have just waived the locker fee and unlocked it for me. Throw in one toilet and shower for a whole floor and a 6 euro fee for a towel and you hit rock bottoms of hostiles. I am beyond displeased and disappointed at this hostel as the other three I have stayed in in Paris were so much better. I recommend Les Piaules or St Christopher's (the later was my favorite).
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Chanel P.

Yelp
So far so good! I'm currently staying at the Generator hostel, and this happens to be my very first experience overseas and at a hostel! Finding the place wasn't a hassle given the huge sign, checkin was very simple. I booked a 10bed mixed room, so far there is only 4 of us, which is awesome. No one in my dorm speaks the same language but the ladies were super nice and considerate! I have one oof the top bunks with an outlet and I packed my own towel, but they do provide one. Sheets were clean, I love the lock ups were given, bring your own lock FYI. Overall, I got some good rest in a safe place for cheap!
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Ceren C.

Yelp
It is one of the nicer looking and clean hostels that I stayed in yet I think it's too much of a chaos going on here, the service with anything is just so slow and tangled. The room is clean and even though it's a ten people room it doesn't feel packed. I was staying at the generator Rome a couple of days ago and for the exact same breakfast they ask you to pay much more here which I don't really understand why. It could be nice if the staff was a bit more treating people as people and not boss around but it is what it is... place is really cool yet very much based on only money and not really caring about customer happiness at all. Still for the location and good building it is bearable for a couple of days. Definitely worse than Generator in Rome.
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Katie T.

Yelp
I stayed here 3 years ago and I absolutely loved this place. It was very clean. My room was a bit tiny and I kept smacking my head on the light above my bed quite a few times, but the food was great and the atmosphere at the restaurant downstairs was great also. It was pouring down rain one evening and I was starting to get sick so I just stayed here and drank champagne and ate Escargot. The furniture was very comfortable and I felt so relaxed after a hard day of traveling through Paris.
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Mikie B.

Yelp
Shout out to the staff members that made our trip an amazing experience. The bartenders Cece, Alexie, Paula, Claire, Helena, and Georgia were all very accommodating and helped us with all of our needs from recommending where we should visit to teaching us some French language. And at the front desk, James and Victoria were also very helpful with our stay, making sure we felt welcomed and comfortable for our entire stay. I highly recommend staying here as it is very close to many attractions around Paris, the cafe has great food, and it is for sure a great hostel to mingle and meet new people from all places of the world. I would say that the people staying here are more of a young crowd ranging from age 18-30 so if your looking for that kind of environment this is definitely a place you'd want to stay. Also has a downstairs nightclub that plays great music and has a bar. And my favorite part is the rooftop terrace that has a great view of the Sacré-Cœur on the 9th floor. This is a must book in my opinion
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Kristian C.

Yelp
Generator Hostel was so much better than the other hotels I've stayed in, which is a big compliment considering it's not even a hotel. I have to be very honest though that I stayed in one of their private rooms so i didn't get the hostel experience of sharing a room with complete strangers, as well as sharing a bathroom. I stayed in their penthouse room, with a private bathroom and impressively, its own private terrace overlooking the neighborhood. It was the same price as a regular New York hotel room but so much more beautiful. That penthouse room was gorgeous in design and the same can be said for the whole hostel, everything is just so hip and gorgeous. The best part of my room is the electrical outlet near my bed's mini foldable 'table.' I was able to recharge my iPhone while resting on my bed. The bathroom was also gorgeous. Just a word of advice, you might forget that Generator is still a hostel so do note that you are only given one free body wash and the rest after that, you need to buy. And also, you need to bring your own toothbrush and toothpaste. Another thing you need to remember is that food and drinks are not allowed inside the room. As their room rates are lower than other hotels, they probably do it to keep cleaning costs low. You can always eat something at their cafeteria, which also has wifi and whose food and drinks are reasonably priced. It was a little expensive (only a little) only because the dollar is lower than the euro. As for other memorable things, they have a laundry room and a gorgeous 'work' or chill lounge with plenty of electrical outlets. This is becoming a trend now in hostels and even hotels, they dedicate spacious lounge areas that act as living rooms for all their guests. Another notable thing is their frequently roving security personnel just to make sure everyone is a guest of the hotel and everything is in order, which made me feel more comfortable. The staff is super friendly and I only know maybe 10 French words and it wasn't a problem as they spoke perfect English. What I especially like about Generator (which seems to be common in their other international locations) is their dedicated 'tourist help desk.' Being a first timer in Paris who only had three nights to tour around, the tourist desk was more than helpful to teach me which subway to take and which areas to see. The cafeteria staff also were super friendly and helpful in giving advice on what to do and where to go. Some online reviews say that this hostel is not central enough for touring around. I kinda disagree, while it's not in the center of Paris per se, the subway station is a street away so that's such a huge help. I am a New Yorker and I appreciate how much of a big deal a nearby subway stop is. Overall, staying at Generator Hostel was the best decision I made in Paris. It's better than most hotels I've stayed in New York of the same price range. And, because of the super friendly and efficient staff, in three days, not only did I fall in love with the Generator brand but with the city of Paris as well. 2 tips: 1) while the hostel is near a subway stop, if it's your first time visiting Paris, when your flight arrives, just spend for a taxi to get to the hostel. Don't subject yourself to additional stress after being tired from a long flight. If you don't speak French, the subway might be hard for a first timer. 2) the hostel also works with a shuttle bus service to bring you back to the airport upon checkout. The price was super reasonable.
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Mona K.

Yelp
Best hostel I have ever been to. Closest thing you can get to a hotel without the obscene prices! Downstairs area is absolutely beautiful with a bar, restaurant, and eating area. Didn't get a chance to explore the rooftop bar, but heard great things about it. The "chill out" space is a great area to relax; with a foosball table, comfortable couches, computers, and vending machine. Rooms were very clean and had amenities that were perfect. USB chargers in the wall and outlets EVERYWHERE made charging devices easy. Beds were incredibly comfortable and warm. Lockers under the bed were easy and convenient. Knew all my things were safe there. Will definitely be booking generator in other cities that I visit!
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Dennis C.

Yelp
If I ever return to Paris, I'll make sure to stay here! This place gives hostels a new look. Really modern looking building with really great amenities. I stayed here with a giant travel group and our needs were met every single day. Food was great... I recommend the morning after plate! The night club downstairs was poppin! A.c. vented rooms with Wi-Fi. Located right by a station. Security at the front kept out troublemakers. Loved my stay here overall.
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Kevin L.

Yelp
I was trying to reserve a quad room with the online offer for 4 nights. I could not see the offer because the starting date of my stay was a day before the offer starts. I called. They told me to just book it at the original price and they will change it for me later. So I booked and they told me my reservation is "NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-MODIFIABLE". I literally lost over $200. No one tried to help. The location is good and bad. It's not close to anything famous in Paris but it is right next to a metro stop. However, it is also next to a street full of homeless people and tents. It looked like a war zone if you make a wrong turn like we did while walking back to the hostel. The staff was not helpful in any way. We asked for a couple simple things such as not changing our room during our stay. We stayed for 4 nights in the same room. On the last night, they asked us to change room and we can't check into that room until 2pm the day of. It was ridiculous. No one cared how we feel. The security guard and receptionists were all very sexist. I (male) asked for the same things my friend (female) asked for. They denied me and gave whatever she asked for. The security guard also did not let me into the hostel. I entered the building a minute before my friend (female). Once she walked in, he let both of us in. I've never felt so discriminated. Other tips: DO NOT try to check in before 2pm. They will make you wait. We wasted 7 hours waiting for the room. The luggage lockers will also charge you a lot of money for a very small space that your normal carry on luggage will not fit. Towels and locks will both cost you money.
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Tamara G.

Yelp
Very nice hostel. Perfect if you don't mind sleeping in the same room with strangers, and I don't. I'm a middle aged American woman and felt totally comfortable in the dorms. Everyone was nice, the place is clean and the Metro is practically just outside the door. My visit was for 8 days, and I stayed in the female dorm. I felt very safe since you must show your key before entering the hostel, and also to access the corridors where the rooms are. They have a nice cafe with friendly servers. The breakfast was fine- baguette, cheese, hardboiled eggs, coffee, orange juice. If I were to stay again I would have declined the continental breakfast, however-- there is an amazing boulangerie not far away, and cafes nearby to get coffee. There is a bar in the basement that plays music after about 21:00. Good or not good depending on your sensibilities. A Long Island Iced Tea was about $10. My only small issue with the place was that you couldn't bring outside food and drink in. Too bad, since there is a grocery store and a convenience store very close by. I would stay here again for the low cost, the cleanliness, the cafe, and the convenience to the Metro.
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Ruby A.

Yelp
Not worth. Or room was not ready when we arrived. The lockers for you to leave luggage is very cramped. Or floor smelled old and dirty. The room was dirty and dusty when we checked in and multiple employees kept walking into our room. Go somewhere else.
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Matt S.

Yelp
Reservations that are cancelled at least 24 hours prior to arrival are not charged for" so why is Paris still charging me? I've never heard of such behavior by a hostel EVER. literally unheard of not to be able to cancel a reservation this far in advance. I first emailed about 1.5 weeks before the date of arrival. Paris location has some shady business practices. I feel unfortunate to complain now with what Paris is going through, but I'm not going to sit by and let a business throw away their policy because of it. That's ridiculous. DO NOT stay here if there is any chance of your plans changing. They don't listen to their policy and they will not refund you. Disgraceful.
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Kelsey T.

Yelp
I've stayed there both times I visited Paris. I always feel safe, comfy, and taken care of - things that are especially important when you feel lost in a foreign country. Great service and add ons, such as the roof top bar, club, and restaurant. Highly recommend.
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Terry L.

Yelp
Not bad for a hostel, the room was very spacious. We got a private double room with bathroom. I liked the room, I wish there was a TV though. The beds are two separate twin beds, but you can push them together to make one bed. The breakfast was not good. The location was super sketchy. I was very scared walking back to the room at night. Close to the metro station. We stayed here with a group tour so they booked the room for us. Probably won't stay again.
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Tracy M.

Yelp
Stayed here for just over a week in December 2017. Mostly liked it! Pros: * Nice modern design * Good neighborhood; plenty of restaurants and grocery stores nearby * Great chill-out room (with comfy couches, foosball table, happy hour) Cons: * Did not have on-site laundry (as stated on their website) -- they were waiting for a delivery. Bummer because it's a major reason I chose them (although there is a nearby laundromat) * Some issues with the shower in our room (e.g. the knob kept falling off, there was mold on the ceiling, the automatic lights kept shutting off whenever I took a shower). Also, the hot water went out one morning due to a flood in the kitchen. * One night, a girl in my dorm got pretty sick and threw up on the floor. (She wasn't drunk; she had food poisoning, possibly from the cafeteria downstairs.) We asked a staff member for help with the cleanup -- even just to borrow some cleaning supplies -- and he was really rude. He kept saying, "This is a hostel, not a hotel. We're not here to help you!" We asked whether we'd get different treatment if we were in a private room, and he said yes. So keep that in mind, I guess.
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Alyssa M.

Yelp
They don't allow food in at any time unless you're in a private group. I'm in a group room but my group rented the entire room essentially making it a private room and thus they let me bring food in after 10 the first day here. I got to the lobby at 9:15 and had to sit just waiting until 10 and then magically I could go upstairs because that's when their restaurant closes, dumb method but whatever. Today I suddenly am not allowed to bring food in and ask management and they say they'll let me do it but still the security guard says no. Since when does security have more power than management? So my options are to eat it outside or in the lobby. Claim they had to do this because they had an incident in a non private room previously but agree that my room is essentially private now because we booked the whole room and yet because I don't have "a yellow sticker on my card" it's not allowed. The full manager comes over to offer me that I can eat it in the restaurant as if he's doing me a favor. Yet in this time I watched an Asian man and a white woman bring the food upstairs no problem. I'm a black woman and this is the treatment I thus received. Don't stay here if you're a person of color an want to me treated the same as everyone else. On arrival there were no towels in the room and the trash was filled with tampons from the previous guests. Clearly they don't clean the room in between, they just refold the sheets so you think they are clean.
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Ads D.

Yelp
Terrible place. All sorts of rules and hidden charges so you don't end up paying the actual advertised price. You are not allowed to bring in food nor alcohol and they charge for everything. Towels, soap, locks, even luggage storage! Waiting time at reception was at least 5 minutes to ask a small question. Be prepared to be nickel and dined every step of the way. A massive, impersonal, commercial institution.
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Danny W.

Yelp
Other than the fact that we got paired up with three snoring wildebeests, the Generator in Paris was pretty damn awesome. It's like the W of hostels. Clean, trendy, hip, and with a happening bar in the evenings. It IS a hostel so of course your experience may depend on who you're bunking up with, but if you get some cool roommates or spring for a suite of your own I can almost guarantee you're gonna love it there. There's a ping pong table, storage lockers for a late next-day check out, and most of the bathrooms are inside the suites unlike other hostels I've stayed at. If you don't want to spring for a pricey Paris hotel room or just want to meet some other eager travelers get yourself to the Generator. Just request a room without wildebeests.

Josh B.

Yelp
Had high hopes for this place. Room was disgusting, piss in bed and mold in bathroom. They stuff 8 people in a 10x10 ft room and charge you 6 euros to "rent" a towel. Hotel staff is rude and all they care about is money. Also, they don't allow you to bring in any food because they want you to spend money in their terrible restaurant. Location is far from everything. Would leave 0 stars if i could. Left after the first night and booked a hotel for the same price.

Ashley B.

Yelp
3 stars. I stayed in a private room and it was nice. Giving it 3 stars because I had an entire, full box of tampons that housekeeping threw away. It was irritating because I got back to my room late, no stores were open, and somehow they thought I didn't want a FULL box of tampons? Front desk was apologetic but never compensated or really helped with the situation. Giving it was a private room, not a shared room, was irritating. Also, the rooftop they advertise was CLOSED our entire stay of 4 days. That's what caught our attention to stay there in the first place (since we paid $100 per night, and that's not a competitive price) we were disappointed that was advertised by was a total let down.
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Angel T.

Yelp
Great hostel, right across from the M2 metro stop, the staff are super friendly, especially Hugo and Driss, the beds are very comfy, the rooms are immaculately clean, and the wifi is fast and free! Plus there is a USB and power connector with light in each bed, and large lockers for each person underneath. There is also a luggage room, equipped with lockers and cameras for your piece of mind. I love his place! The museum pass is okay, but so many people buy it that you still have to wait in line everywhere. Blah. The restaurant here is not worth it. The middle eastern guy in the glasses is really rude. The cleaner kept whacking my feet with the mop while I was trying to eat. I ate there three times and had three disappointing meals. The cheese omelette was a big block of egg with no cheese. I would eat elsewhere. This is the only reason this isn't a five star review. A bit more expensive then other hostels in Paris, but worth every penny! I will definitely stay here next time I come to Paris! :)
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Clement B.

Yelp
If and when I return to Paris, I want to stay here! I felt very safe here during my trip to Europe( I arrived in Paris from London after the London Bridge attack and when there was an unfortunate event a Notre Dame). The hostel had great customer service at the front desk, the grill, and at the in-house club. Breakfast wasn't that appealing, but acceptable. I only have three negatives to share about the experience. Over all it a beautiful facility. I loved the layout of the two person room. It was very neat to see the open air smoking area they have prior to entering the restaurant. I hope to have the same experience if I ever book with another Generator Hostel elsewhere in Europe. Pros: 1.Secruity: The staff constantly checked for your key cards, especially during the times the club was open. 2. Customer Service 3.Location: It was very close to a subway station, which was very convenient for tourist. Cons: 1. Laundry services: 6 washer and 3 dryers. Only two washers worked and one dryer was available during my visit. It wasn't very practical to have so few machines available for 8 floors of tourist and half didn't worked. When I washed my clothes on my last night, there was a line of 5 other visitors waiting for different machines. I started my laundry around 10:30pm and didn't finished until 1am the next morning due to waiting. 2. Food and Drink selection: Breakfast was ok, nothing to rant about. There were many options for individuals with different diets. ( Lactose Intolerance( I love cereal but not whole milk), vegan, et cetera.) The bartenders had a very limited knowledge of mixed drinks. It was sad not to have your favorite drink, but I dealt with it. 3. Presentation: I stayed on the seventh floor, if I recall. They were doing renovations of some sort. The halls were dimly lit and covered in tarps and paint buckets. It was minor demerit in my opinion.

Deb P.

Yelp
We were very disappointed in Generator Dublin. Our flights from the U.S. were canceled and with the quarantine we were forced to cancel our trip. Generator did not refund our money even though I had a Booking.com agent talk with them weeks in advance so they would have had plenty of time to re-book the room. While we had gotten a non-refundable room, these extenuating circumstances call for a little grace. (We had also booked another non-refundable room somewhere else in Dublin at the beginning of our trip through Booking.com and were reimbursed in full--for three times what we spent at Generator.) When we can finally make it to Ireland, we will not be giving Generator any of our business. Very inconsiderate.
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Emily S.

Yelp
Not the greatest.. We stayed in a two twin bed room, which had all the features of a regular hotel. I'll tell you though.. the beds: AWFUL. Seriously so uncomfortable, and you only get one pillow, one towel per person. There are no drawers, there's a rack to hang your clothes on, but that's about it. I lived out of my suitcase for this part of my trip. The walls are thin which sucks because there tend to be a lot of young school trips that stay here. I will say that the food was pretty good, especially for the price. Not that you really want to go to a foreign country and eat hotel food, but the breakfast had basic cereal, coffee/tea/juices, croissants, breads, meats, hard boiled egg, and a basic fruit salad. It wasn't extensive but it was fine. I also happened to get a half chicken with mashed potatoes that was pretty good. Very juicy, good flavors. I believe it was only 8 euro. The common room is nice, although again don't expect to be comfortable. The seating everywhere is super weird and modern, which unfortunately makes it good for only temporary sitting. Free wifi though. That's a plus.
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Taylor C.

Yelp
L'Generator was such a dope hostel! Conveniently located a few steps away from the metro stop with a huge sign that you can't miss- also makes it easy to communicate your destination with cab drivers when you don't have access to Uber. We stayed in an 8-bed, which had our own walk-in shower and separate toilet. There were also bathrooms on our floor that we used occasionally and were actually way cleaner than our personal bathroom since they are cleaned multiple times daily by staff. There's a club in the basement which was an absolute blast, bartenders were great and allowed guests to plug in their phones for music. We didn't get a chance to eat at the cafe that's near the lobby, but after browsing the menu it seemed extremely pricey. Guaranteed to find cheaper, better food options outside of the hostel. We met so many new friends and the staff was so sweet and accommodating. I would definitely recommend this hostel to anyone that is skeptical about them or has not stayed in one- my best friends and I had the most amazing experience and are planning on staying at other Generator hostels across the world!!
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Gigi M.

Yelp
One word... actually a name: SARAH!!! so helpful! so sweet! so cool! She made my 2-day stay here absolutely great. My room was up on the 8th floor, and had a very nice view of the garden & skyline. This was an 8-woman room -- I know it can be a gamble, because the 2nd night was a little rough, but roomies for the most part were great. Security guys were great too! They really did double duty when what appeared to be the concierge desk was empty -- I suspect she was busy checking folks in too. Glad they're keeping busy. Busy is good, especially if you can keep the chaos at bay. My only drawback would have been the lack of fresh fruits in the on-site resto. There was a bowl of some fresh deliciousness that caught my eye at first, but alas alak, they were but plastic fruit.... :O foiled! ha! Also, I sensed some discord and 'over it' attitudes there. Then again, I didn't really eat there much, perhaps it was just bad timing in my observations of the service-- luckily a FanPrix is literally across the street, as are other little shops & bars in the neighborhood, so I got my mangoes & such ;D [including VOLVIC] haha! I love that it's so close to Colonel Fabien metro stop too... nice starting point to mastering the Paris Metro system... oh I'll do it! I really loved my little bed too! I was in France for 2 weeks [Provence most of it] and only when I got to Paris was when I had a really comfy bed... thank you Generator! Gotta come back to you. a la Prochaine... xoxox
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Javier Yana D.

Yelp
Really nice place!The location is perfect for touring in the central of the city. Nice and friendly staff.The room is clean and neat.
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Michael A.

Yelp
After staying at 2 of the other generator locations we were expecting Paris location to be the same.  We were greeted with over an hour wait to check in due to the line(it was there almost every day.) Not sure what is going on but the line just never seemed to die down.  The hallways and staircases smelled like cigarettes, and there were cigarette butts on the ground in the stairwell.  Our room smelled like cigarettes every night.  The room was pretty clean for the most part. The first 3 days we were there the cards were deactivated daily.  I was given a less than enthusiastic attitude when I asked the front desk what happened and was told she can't help me because she was busy.  One of her colleagues got us new cards. When our room was cleaned,  2 times the beds were separated, and my charger and phone were left on the floor, the charging cable for my watch was pinched in the nightstand which they folded up to separate the beds.  The books were carelessly tossed to the side as well. The view was great from the 7th floor, so that was cool, but not worth staying unless they up their service to be similar to that of Amsterdam, or Dublin.  2 stars is based on the fact that it wasn't bad enough to rebook and leave, but I certainly would not stay at the Paris location again.
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Chris H.

Yelp
I'm in the middle of a 3 night stay here. This hostel is great! I had to come to Paris for work so came a few days early solo. Hostel seemed appropriate so I could meet some people. Met awesome people here, the staff is great, security makes you feel safe. They have a really decent kitchen, a bar and club and rooftop bar as well! A nice view of a garden in the back. The rooms are as clean or cleaner than home or any hotel you'll stay at. Beds are decent with USB plug and European plug. Tons of plugs down on the main floor in the hangout room. Good location as well. I'm a walker, 2 miles is great for me. 2 mile (safe) walk takes you to the seine and Norte dame, the louvre, moulin rouge and the base of Montmartre. Can't go wrong here! Also a decent sized locker for your stuff!

Austin R.

Yelp
Good living environment with horrible customer service. Paris is known for it's horrible customer service toward foreigners, this place approves everything to be true. My problem is mainly with a black guy who looks a frond desk manager. He doesn't speak any French, his English accent shows he is probably from Africa. Because of his heavy African accent, he had run into some misunderstand with my friend from Pakistan. My friend was talking to him kindly, but this guy started to yelling at him in the hostel lobby. I was shocked. Get rid of this guy, this could be a pretty good place to stay.

Leela O.

Yelp
The air conditioning was broken both nights we stayed and there was no fan. When we arrived we were told to keep the windows closed so the air conditioning could work. When I went down at 1am because our room was boiling, they confirmed the air conditioning had not been fixed. I requested a refund but have had no response.
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Angie W.

Yelp
What a wonderful place to stay while in Paris! The room was very clean and spacious with its own terrace to enjoy the cityscape. Checking in was very easy and everyone was very friendly and helpful. It is also very close to the Metro which we took everywhere for our sightseeing. I'd recommend The Generator for anyone, old or young. They have their own bar and restaurant and I felt very safe. This is not your typical hostel by any means!
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Conrad S.

Yelp
Californian visiting Paris. I really enjoyed this hostel. The location was nice, staff was friendly, and the free drinks we got were appreciated. The room we had was a bit small, but met our needs. Lots of college-age people were there and lots seemed to be going on.
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Tim W.

Yelp
Generator Hostels have done it again! Big up to them. Paris Hostel has only been open four months so perhaps the first poor review caught them out, or maybe the reviewer didn't get Generator. This is a great alternative for singles, groups and families with kids alike. Cheap rates, really friendly staff and the usual quirkiness Generator brings. The common room is a melting pot of the world with so many nationalities and everyone speak with each other. The showers are great and the location is only a hundred metres from the Metro. Ten minutes and you're downtown. We are a large family so had a room to ourselves so it was only me snoring! The breakfasts need a little tweaking but all in all Generator awarded a Top Banana status. Well done.

Shelby L.

Yelp
Great room! We had a private double on the 6th floor. I felt like it was very safe and well-enough located. The actual room was great for the price, very nicely decorated and large. However the staff was pretty terrible. We had no hand soap in our room (which I need to be able to wash my hands to take my contacts in and out), when I told the front desk they said they couldn't do anything but make a note for housekeeping. I landed early, got to the hostel around 10AM, was told check-in not until 2PM... which is pretty late, but whatever. But they literally would not give anyone keys until at 2pm... which I get in the interest of fairness, but there were ONLY 3 people waiting... seems like maybe you could just coordinate?! Also, rooftop bar closes at 10PM, sun still isn't down... so much for that rooftop sunset. Breakfast was GROSS, the coffee was undrinkable and not once was the water container filled. Bar/Cafe hardly ever open, we went once and were told they were counting the drawer and to come back in 10 minutes, came back after 20 and the guy finally let us order. We got the nachos, comes with gauc, salsa, and sour cream. They didn't have salsa or sour cream, but didn't tell us and just gave it to us without all the ingredients. OH AND this is the only hostel I have ever stayed at where they don't let you bring ANY food in --like they literally search any bag you bring in. They say service in Paris is bad... but honestly the only bad service we had the whole trip was from the hostel.

Franny K.

Yelp
This hostel had everything we were looking for - good location near a few different metro stops, quick access to key parts of the city, sizable storage inside the rooms, and laundry facilities. The rooms were clean and the front desk was 24/7 so you could talk to someone at any time. The only thing I didn't like about this hostel is that the rooftop bar is open to the public and is essentially a pickup spot where Parisian men come to pick up young travelers like us. It made us feel uncomfortable to go to the bar because we were constantly being badgered, and made it feel a little like predator/prey. The other hostel guests were also generally very young - I would say around 19-20 - so even only being 23yrs old we felt like we were a little too old for everyone else there. All in all though, we had a pretty positive experience and I think we would stay here again.

Bianca C.

Yelp
Walked in to our hostel room and there were pubes on our unmade beds. Not to mention the sheets that were already on the beds had blood and makeup stains. Not a good look at all. Hallways have the dimmest lighting I can barely see where I'm going. There is mold in our shower. I've been here 10 minutes and I already have so many complaints.