Generator Venice
Hostel · San Giorgio Maggiore ·
Rustic-chic private rooms & dorms, free Wi-Fi, bar lounge
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Fondamenta Zitelle, 86, 30133 Venezia VE, Italy Get directions
Rustic-chic private rooms & dorms, free Wi-Fi, bar lounge
Fondamenta Zitelle, 86, 30133 Venezia VE, Italy Get directions
"For a more affordable lodging option on Giudecca, Generator Venice provides a design-forward waterfront hostel experience just a short vaporetto ride from Venice's main attractions." - Jenn Rice
"Generator brought its signature design-savvy backpacker hostel to Venice in 2013, setting up shop in a rather sad old ostello on the Giudecca island, and giving it a sharp designer makeover while preserving the building's historic architectural features. Some folks will love this un-touristed offshoot, which has a view across the water to Piazza San Marco; others will be irritated by the fact that there’s no way to the center other than a (rather expensive) ferry. Rooms range from private singles or doubles with ensuite bathrooms to 16-bed shared dorms, some reserved just for women. Compared to the snazzy spaces downstairs, they're smart but spartan. On sunny days and warm evenings, Generator guests spread across the quiet footpath on Giudecca island, basking in the sun and taking in the view across the water." - Sarah James, Anne Hanley
"Why did this hotel catch your attention? What's the vibe? Generator brought its signature brand of design-savvy backpacker hostels to Venice in 2013, when it opened on Giudecca island. Some folks will love this un-touristed offshoot, which has a view across the water to Piazza San Marco; others will be irritated by the fact that there’s no way to the center other than a (rather expensive) ferry. What's the backstory? Venice’s old ostello was a sad place until the Generator chain moved in and gave it a sharp designer makeover, all while preserving the palazzo’s historic architectural features. Tell us all about the accommodations. Any tips on what to book? Rooms range from private singles or doubles with ensuite bathrooms to 16-bed shared dorms, some reserved just for women. Compared to the snazzy spaces downstairs, they're smart but spartan. Sheets are provided, but there’s an extra charge for towels. In dorms, each bed has its own socket for charging phones, a lock-up space for your belongings, and a reading light. Quad rooms are useful for families. Bathrooms in larger dorms are small for the number of users and not always squeaky clean. Is there a charge for Wi-Fi? Wi-fi, included in the room rate, is good. Drinking and dining—what are we looking at? There are many evenings when the ground floor of Generator is party central—something to bear in mind if you’re a light sleeper or staying with kids. There are cooked or continental breakfast options (all extra); food in the restaurant and drinks at the bar are slightly cheaper than elsewhere in town. And the service? Basic. What type of travelers will you find here? Backpackers and budget travelers. What about the neighborhood? Does the hotel fit in, make itself part of the scene? On sunny days and warm evenings, Generator guests spread across the quiet footpath on Giudecca island, basking in the sun and taking in the view across the water. Bottom line: Worth it? Why? In high season, this hotel—like just about everything in Venice—is more expensive than you might expect for dorm-like digs. But that doesn’t stop it being wildly popular." - Anne Hanley
"Alastair Thomann, CEO of Generator, the poshtel chain with an outpost just across the water from St. Mark’s Square, on the island of Giudecca. 'This market [usually] performs with brutally high occupancies year round,' he says. 'But now we’re feeling the pinch. It’s the kind of stuff we see after a big financial crisis, or the Iraq war.' Thomann notes that Generator’s occupancy is down 6.9 percent compared to the same time last year, and the rates for the full year are down 9.2 percent. Taken together, this translates into a staggering 15.5 percent drop in RevPAR (or revenue per available room), the industry standard benchmark for a hotel’s financial success."
"The Generator Venice lies on the shores of Giudecca Island, with views of Saint Mark's Square in the distance. It is a 10-minute ride by water bus to Venice Island with lines 4.1, 4.2 and 2. Accommodation is spacious and bright, and free Wi-Fi is available. The Generator set in a 3-storey building of the 19th century. The dorms come with cool tiled floors and 1 locker per bed. En suite rooms are also available. A safety deposit box is available at reception, where the friendly staff can assist you with tourist and travel info. The bar is a great place to socialise over a few drinks." - My Boutique Hotel (en)
