Hostel
 Generator Copenhagen

Adelgade 5 -7, 1304 Copenhagen, Denmark – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 7941 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

7.7
Good
7,941 reviews

great location, fun spot with great lounge area. dorm rooms are a bit small.

Alexandra United States of America

-Great, central location to Copenhagen's downtown, close to nightlife and tourist sites -very lively common area that is basically a large bar with shuffleboards, outdoor seating areas

Eykei United States of America

Excellent location Friendly team The ratio price vs. quality is okay. (Not super cheap but not very expensive either.) Excellent setting of the public areas of the hostel Large and deep lockers unter the bunk beds.

Gwen France

-Great location -Friendly and helpful staff -stylish

Fatima El Salvador

Location location location. Near Nyhavn, center plaza, night life, huge public garden, Aldi grocery store.

Michael United States of America

Great breakfast! And I loved how I didn't have to line up to check out.

Timothy Canada

first of all, great hostel. reviewed it like 3 days ago but now I remembered just a few minor stuff that I didn’t like.

Omer Israel

very nice atmosphere in the hostel and right in downtown area

Nathalia United States of America

great rooms, 2 separate showers and 1 separate bathroom. nice beds and large lockers assigned to each person below the beds. great atmosphere

Omer Israel

Easy check in / check out. Good location a 5 minute walk to the subway to the airport.

Joseph United States of America
7.7
Good
7,941 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “great location, fun spot with great lounge area. dorm rooms are a bit small.”
    Alexandra Alexandra United States of America United States of America
  • “-Great, central location to Copenhagen's downtown, close to nightlife and tourist sites -very lively common area that is basically a large bar with shuffleboards, outdoor seating areas”
    Eykei Eykei United States of America United States of America
  • “Excellent location Friendly team The ratio price vs. quality is okay.”
    Gwen Gwen France France
  • “-Great location -Friendly and helpful staff -stylish”
    Fatima Fatima El Salvador El Salvador
  • “Location location location. Near Nyhavn, center plaza, night life, huge public garden, Aldi grocery store.”
    Michael Michael United States of America United States of America
  • “Great breakfast! And I loved how I didn't have to line up to check out.”
    Timothy Timothy Canada Canada
  • “first of all, great hostel. reviewed it like 3 days ago but now I remembered just a few minor stuff that I didn’t like.”
    Omer Omer Israel Israel
  • “very nice atmosphere in the hostel and right in downtown area”
    Nathalia Nathalia United States of America United States of America
  • “great rooms, 2 separate showers and 1 separate bathroom. nice beds and large lockers assigned to each person below the beds. great atmosphere”
    Omer Omer Israel Israel
  • “Easy check in / check out. Good location a 5 minute walk to the subway to the airport.”
    Joseph Joseph United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff8.5
  • Facilities7.7
  • Cleanliness7.7
  • Comfort7.7
  • Value for money7.8
  • Location9.3
  • Free WiFi 7.1
Low score for Copenhagen

Stay in the heart of Copenhagen – Excellent location – show map

Located 500 feet from Kongens Nytorv Square, Generator Copenhagen offers budget accommodations, a late-night bar and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Kongens Nytorv Metro Station is 5 minutes’ walk away.

Each room at Generator features modern decor and a mirror. The private rooms have a TV with Chromecast channels. Bathroom facilities are either private or shared. Bed linen are included in all rooms.

Generator Bar serves drinks, and has a chill-out lounge with TV and a pool table. DJ nights, karaoke and other events are arranged regularly.

The hostel offers a convenient 24-hour reception. Laundry facilities and luggage storage is available on site.

This hostel is within 10 minutes’ walk of Strøget pedestrian street. The vibrant Nyhavn waterfront district is 0.6 mi away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Copenhagen, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Generator Copenhagen has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Mar 17, 2011
 Hotel chain/brand: Generator Hostels

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Pet friendly
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar

Currency Exchange: Need local currency? This property has currency exchange on site.

Property Highlights

Located in the real heart of Copenhagen, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet

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4 reasons to choose Generator Copenhagen

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  • The staff speaks English

Guest reviews

7.7
Good · 7,941 reviews
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  • Staff8.5
  • Facilities7.7
    Restaurant
    Kitchen
  • Cleanliness7.7
    Housekeeping
  • Comfort7.7
    Shower, Room temperature, Quiet room
  • Value for money7.8
    Convenient location
  • Location9.3
    Central location, Shopping area, Food and drink options nearby
  • Free WiFi 7.1
Low score for Copenhagen

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alexandra
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “great location, fun spot with great lounge area. dorm rooms are a bit small.”
  • Eykei
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “-Great, central location to Copenhagen's downtown, close to nightlife and tourist sites -very lively common area that is basically a large bar with shuffleboards, outdoor seating areas”
  • Gwen
    FranceFrance
    “Excellent location Friendly team The ratio price vs. quality is okay. (Not super cheap but not very expensive either.) Excellent setting of the public areas of the hostel Large and deep lockers unter the bunk beds.”
  • Fatima
    El SalvadorEl Salvador
    “-Great location -Friendly and helpful staff -stylish”
  • Michael
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Location location location. Near Nyhavn, center plaza, night life, huge public garden, Aldi grocery store.”
  • Timothy
    CanadaCanada
    “Great breakfast! And I loved how I didn't have to line up to check out.”
  • Omer
    IsraelIsrael
    “first of all, great hostel. reviewed it like 3 days ago but now I remembered just a few minor stuff that I didn’t like.”
  • Nathalia
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “very nice atmosphere in the hostel and right in downtown area”
  • Omer
    IsraelIsrael
    “great rooms, 2 separate showers and 1 separate bathroom. nice beds and large lockers assigned to each person below the beds. great atmosphere”
  • Joseph
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Easy check in / check out. Good location a 5 minute walk to the subway to the airport.”
Property questions and answers
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  • How far from CPH airport ?
    Hi Getting to us from the airport takes about 20 minutes with the metro and then a 5 minute walk from the stop (the stop is Kongens Nytorv). The metro runs 24/7. Best regards, Maria, Front Office
    Asked about: Superior King • Answered on October 20, 2019
  • Do you provide towels?
    Hi, Yes we do provide towels for free in private rooms.
    Asked about: Superior Twin • Answered on November 28, 2019
  • Do you rent bicycles?
    Hi, yes we do. They can be rented from 70 DKK. Just stop by reception and we'll be to happy to assist you. Best regards, Maria, Front Office
    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • Do you have planned events or activities?
    Hi We do have some events in our bar, for example live music on Wednesdays and DJs on the weekends. You're always welcome to have a chat with our staff at reception or the bar to find out what we have to offer during your stay. Best regards, Maria, Front Office
    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • If we book this for our group of 3 people, another person will come stay with us or not?
    Hi If you book the entire room, it will only be your group. Best regards, Maria, Front Office
    Asked about: Private 4-Bed Room • Answered on October 20, 2019

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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • The David Collection
    0.1 miles
  • Baron Boltens Court
    0.1 miles
  • Danish Film Institute
    0.2 miles
  • Guinness World Records Museum
    0.2 miles
  • King's Garden
    0.2 miles
  • Hans Christian Andersen Monument
    0.2 miles
  • The Royal Theater
    0.2 miles
  • The Round Tower
    0.3 miles
  • Rosenborg Palace
    0.3 miles
  • Strøget
    0.3 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Pastis
    0.1 miles
Top attractions
  • Torvehallerne
    0.5 miles
  • The Hirschsprung Collection
    0.5 miles
  • The National Museum of Denmark
    0.6 miles
  • Danish Royal Library
    0.6 miles
  • Church of Our Saviour
    0.8 miles
  • Tivoli Gardens
    0.9 miles
  • The Little Mermaid
    1 miles
  • Parken Stadium
    1.4 miles
  • Frederiksberg Slot
    2.3 miles
  • Grundtvig's Church
    3 miles
Closest Airports
  • Copenhagen Airport
    4.5 miles
  • Malmo Airport
    32.1 miles
  • Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport
    43.6 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Petanque & Shuffleboard

    Food: International

    Open for: Lunch, Dinner

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Amenities of Generator Copenhagen

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Pet friendly
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Bar crawls
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Pool table Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage Additional charge
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe Additional charge
General
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • Czech
  • Welsh
  • Danish
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Hindi
  • Portuguese
  • Slovak
  • Slovenian
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Generator Copenhagen takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking for more than 14 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Generator Copenhagen accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that guests under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated in the dormitory rooms.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Generator Copenhagen of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Generator Copenhagen

  • Check-in at Generator Copenhagen is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Generator Copenhagen is 1,650 feet from the center of Copenhagen.

  • Generator Copenhagen has 1 restaurant:

    • Petanque & Shuffleboard

  • Generator Copenhagen offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pool table
    • Evening entertainment
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour
    • Bar crawls
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bike tours
    • Nightclub/DJ

  • Guests staying at Generator Copenhagen can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Buffet

  • The prices at Generator Copenhagen may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Generator Copenhagen by:

    • Subway/Metro 18min