GENERATOR ROME, Rome

Private rooms include singles, doubles, twins, triples, and quadruples - all with private bathroom (shower or shower + bath), flat-screen TV, wardrobe, and city or courtyard views. Double beds consist of two single mattresses pushed together. Dorms range from 4-bed female-only to 8-bed mixed, with personal lights, USB ports, and under-bed lockers (bring your own padlock or buy one for €5). Six-bed rooms contain two bathrooms. Bunk beds use the lower bunk only, no curtains - bring an eye mask if light sensitivity is an issue. Rooms are generally spacious but can feel dark due to anthracite-coloured walls; older furniture and occasional maintenance issues have been noted.

Breakfast costs €8 and includes croissants, cereal, cappuccino, and optionally a packaged triangular sandwich with fruit - it is a continental-style offering without hot dishes. The on-site restaurant offers dinner with vegetarian and gluten-free options. The rooftop bar opens daily 18:00-00:00, serving drinks and likely snack-style food (pizzas or similar). A coffee shop and snack bar are also on the ground floor. Many nearby cafés and gelaterias within a few minutes' walk offer alternative breakfast and snack choices.

The rooftop terrace bar is the main leisure asset - open in the evenings, it provides a social atmosphere with city views. Downstairs, a spacious common area with a bar and restaurant features board games and puzzles, suitable for meeting other travellers. There is no gym, no kitchen for self-catering, and no organised activities or walking tours.

The hostel operates a 24-hour front desk with express check-in/out and an ATM on site. Free Wi-Fi covers all areas. A lift is available - mobility-friendly floors can be arranged. Luggage storage uses lockers (pay per use, from €1.50), not free. Laundry costs €6 total for wash and dry. Paid airport transfers can be pre-arranged (car €50 with luggage service). Bike storage costs €5/day. Safety features include CCTV, key card access, security alarm, and smoke detectors. Private rooms contain a safe; dorms have lockers (bring padlock). Linen is provided; towels and hairdryer are rented separately.