Generator Madrid, Madrid

Generator Madrid - An Industrial-Style Hotel with Rooftop Bar and American-Mexican Restaurant in Centro

Located at the corner of Calle de Silva and Calle de San Bernardo, this converted 1930s gas station stands steps from Gran Via. The Madrid hotel features industrial-style decor throughout its shared spaces, including a lounge with daily DJ sessions. Generator Madrid's ground floor houses an American diner-style bar and restaurant with red stools and black-and-white tiled walls, decorated with Madrid landmark murals. Chef Jose Luís Sánchez crafts tapas-based menus, while the bar serves tequilas, mezcals, and wines from €3.50 per glass. Private rooms include twin beds, reading lights, desks, TVs, and white-tiled bathrooms with hairdryers, while dormitories offer bunk beds with personal shelves and USB ports. The property provides bike rentals at €8 for half-day or €15 for full-day, luggage storage with hourly rates starting at €2, and event spaces accommodating up to 90 people. Positioned in Centro district, the hotel sits within 0.5 miles of the Royal Palace and Puerta del Sol, with the Prado Museum 1 mile away.

Pros

Rooftop terrace bar offering sunset views over Madrid

Industrial-style common areas with daily DJ sessions

Flexible accommodation options from private rooms to 8-bed dorms

American-Mexican restaurant hosting daily cultural activities

Cons

Private parking available only for a surcharge

1 mile distance to El Retiro Park