- City view
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
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About this property
The Generator Venice offers stylish rooms and dormitories on Giudecca Island, with views of Saint Mark's Square in the distance. It is a 10-minute ride by water bus to San Marco district with lines 4.1, 4.2 and 2. The property has free WiFi, a 24-hour reception, a cafè and views of the Grand Canal. 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. Friendly staff can assist you with tourist and travel information. The bar is a great place to socialise over a few drinks.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Lift
- Heating
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Therese
Germany
“Wonderful funny staff and place. I come here since ages and I am afraid that Guidecca is not safeguarded anymore. Amazing spot in Venice.” - Geo
New Zealand
“It is grand for a hostel, but I think attention to detail is required. The rooms (we were in an 10 person dorm? maybe more actually) were great, good airflow and spacious with good lockers. We had access to bathrooms and they never felt crowded. +...” - Thuy
Finland
“The hostel is very clean and comfortable. It’s very good location as well. I love it!” - Petri
Finland
“Nice atmosphere. Location a bit harder to reach since it is on an island (most boats were on a strike when I arrived). However, the location is less crowded than the most popular tourist areas. Clean, good facilities.” - Dan
United Kingdom
“Great staff. Great common area. Games, console, pool. Great value breakfast. Osterias just up shoreline. Close to 1/2/4.1/4.2/N Boat. The Alilaguna airport drops at the Hilton 1km but you could instead travel to san marco and change to another...” - Caitlin
United Kingdom
“Great hostel with everything you could need, easy to navigate to and from the island with water buses.” - Maria
Ireland
“Location was excellent, almost right across from Doges Palace and public transport was a 2min walk away. Staff were happy to answer questions and make recommendations. Room and bathroom was clean and very comfortable. The price was brilliant...” - Silvija
Lithuania
“its clean, location is nice, secured, pretty friendky staff.” - Mariana
Germany
“The building itself and the shared area in the ground floor are beautiful. I had a problem with my bed and the staff solved it easily and without a problem. The view from the female dorm is just amazing.” - Andy
United Kingdom
“Good food options available. Very helpful staff. Great pizzeria and other restaurants just outside the front door. Close to two water bus stops with easy bus and boat access to and from the airport.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineEuropean
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine print
For Advance Purchase rates/Non Refundable rates, we require the payment card used for booking to be presented upon check in.
Reservations for 10 people or more per night, will be considered group booking. Special group terms and conditions will apply (please contact our team for more information).
Pets are allowed on request, in private rooms only. Charges may be applicable.
AGE RESTRICTIONS: Individuals under the age of 18 can only stay at the Hostel when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian in the same room.
The room must be private.
Unaccompanied under 18's are not allowed to stay in shared rooms, unless they are part of a group that has booked out the entire shared room. The group leader must provide the required documentation to Generator. Failure to comply with these policies will result in automatic cancellation of the booking with no refund. Guests violating these rules will not be permitted to check into the Hostel
Don't forget to bring a valid passport with you, this is mandatory for all Non-EU guests or valid identification documents for EU guests. As per government regulations, this needs to be the physical passport/ID, photos or photo copies will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with these policies will result in automatic cancellation of the booking with no refund.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Generator Venice in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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