Travelers enjoy Hamburg's nightlife right at their doorstep, with drinks at the bar and dancing at the nightclub, then wake up refreshed to new connections.
Generator Hamburg captures the energy of Hamburg City Center perfectly. Guests connect with friends over drinks at the bar, recharge with coffee at the café, and experience the property's own nightclub for dancing into the evening hours.
Located in Hamburg City Center, a neighborhood in Hamburg, Generator Hamburg is near a metro station. Miniatur Wunderland and Elbe Philharmonic Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hamburg Cruise Center and St. Pauli Piers. Check out an event or a game at Volksparkstadion, and consider making time for Hagenbeck Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Hamburg travel guide
A nightclub, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Generator Hamburg. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks at this hostel include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a front-desk safe
A vending machine, concierge services, and ATM/banking services
Multilingual staff, an elevator, and evening entertainment
Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff
Room features
All 164 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi.
Buffet 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 7.50 for adults and EUR 3.75 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Evening entertainment
Games
Nightclub
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Multilingual staff
No housekeeping service
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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1 building
7 floors
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Built in 2010
Designated smoking areas
Double-glazed windows
Local artist showcase
No plastic coffee stirrers
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Traditional architecture
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
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Heating
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 5
Special check-in instructions
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
Towels are only provided for guests in double or twin rooms. For guests staying in shared rooms, towels are available at reception for the listed optional fee.
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 75 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 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 7.50 for adults and EUR 3.75 for children
Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: EUR 5 (subject to availability)
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Guests under the age of 18 are not permitted to book beds in dormitory/shared guestrooms.
Property Registration Number HRB110518
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Generator Hamburg pet-friendly?
Yes, Generator Hamburg allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 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 hostel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Generator Hamburg?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Generator Hamburg?
Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 5 (subject to availability).
Where is Generator Hamburg located?
Located in Hamburg City Center, this hostel is steps from Museum of Arts and Crafts Hamburg and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Miniatur Wunderland. Moenckebergstrasse and Markthalle Hamburg are also within 10 minutes. South Central U-Bahn and Hamburg Central Station are within a 5-minute walk.
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Reviews
Generator Hamburg Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.8
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.0
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 1001 reviews
10 - Excellent
262
Rating 8 - Good. 391 out of 1001 reviews
8 - Good
391
Rating 6 - Okay. 231 out of 1001 reviews
6 - Okay
231
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1001 reviews
4 - Poor
63
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1001 reviews
2 - Terrible
54
Reviews
8/10 Good
Iris
2 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I like the location-close to the Hamburg Central Station!
Iris
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steven
19 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, excellent location and very quiet at night
Brilliant location, right by the HBF
Really good vibe at the hostel, good bar, staff super friendly and helpful.
Rooms basic and breakfast limited but it's a hostel at end of the day.
Always felt safe and secure.
The staff members were really helpful however the room I was staying in had a terrible smell.
Iraj
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Amanda
22 September 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Okay rooms. Not very tidy - same goes for the lobby. Area felt a little unsafe at times but still good location and close to city center and all public transport
5 min walk from Hamburg Central bus & train stations. Super clean, super freindly. Twin room was great, private bathroom a bit on small size if a big unit. Location great for getting about, but given where it is, can be a little noisy and on the rough side (had no issues but could be a bit intimidating for those not used to inner city going ons). Bar on site was great, super helpful staff, would definitely stay again
Lee
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Per Gunnar
11 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice hotel close to Hamburg Bahnhof
A cheap hostel very close to Hamburg Bahnhof. You can choose type of room, 4-6 or 8 dormitry or private room. My room was clean and fresh, comfortable bed
The hostel have its own bar och breakfast services.
I highly recommend the hostel
It was a great experience! the location of the hostel is perfect so close to the train station and many great restaurants. The available lockers to leave you baggage for a small fee were also very convenient after checkout!
This hostel is right next to the train station so it’s very convenient for travel. The area is a little chaotic but very typical for areas around train stations. The room was clean, the beds were comfy, and the facilities were decent. Was able to utilize the laundry room and the bar area. The bathroom was super tiny and smelled a bit like sewage but totally fine for a night or two. There is a popular shopping area nearby and we were able to visit the Christmas markets.
The Generator hostel is across the road from the train station which was very convenient for us. Check in was slow as there we many people checking in at the same time, rooms are small but clean, bathroom is tiny but still useable. Breakfast was 9 euro, there are laundry facilities for 6 euro. There are plenty of restaurants within a 10 minute walk. For our 1 night stay this hostel is perfect
I did not like the bathroom in my dormitory, for 6 people to just have a tiny shower with nowhere to put down clothing is abysmal.
I did like the kind and friendly staff. And i did appreciated the security at the door as the area is very unsafe.
This was one of the easiest hostel experiences I've ever had. The building is in the heart of the city, right next to the bus stop and the train station. Check-in was an absolute breeze, and the people at the desk were very friendly and able to answer any questions. There is an elevator, and the room was large and spacious. The bathroom was very clean, I had a great view of the street. The only downside is that it's a 45 min walk down to the marina. Other than that, highly recommend.
Addison
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Roslyn
11 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hostel is located very conveniently near the main train station.
We had a quadruple private room, which had 2 bunk beds and a small bathroom. The shower was tiny and the room was small.
The beds were surprisingly comfortable with all bedding included. It was fine for 1 night as we were passing through Hamburg, but I would not recommend it for a family for longer than that.
Things to note - Towels are not included and cost EU5 ea to hire. You can store luggage in their lockers, which take coins only and was EU4 for 6hrs.