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Generator Amsterdam

Mauritskade 57, 1092 AD Amsterdam The Netherlands
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#34 of 470 Specialty lodging in Amsterdam
Location
4.1
Cleanliness
4.2
Service
4.1
Value
3.9
Ride your bicycle along café-lined waterways, visit the most creative shops around De Pijp or just kick back by the canal and try a few cold Dutch beers. It's pretty hard to get stressed in Amsterdam, but having a good time is easy. Generator Amsterdam is located in the up-and-coming eastern side of the city overlooking Oosterpark. This former zoological university building can accommodate 602 guests in 168 double king beds, twins and quadruple rooms with incredible views on the surrounding and en-suite bathrooms. There is also one luxury apartment for six people with views of the park and a self-catered kitchen. It has flexible and spacious social areas, filled with creative design touches like glass-fronted elevators, a raised café and an outdoor terrace. We've turned the former lecture hall into an impressive chill-out lounge and bar, while the old library is now a relaxation and private events room. The basement and café are now dining destinations and the original boiler room has become a secret late night bar.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Bicycle rental
Game room
Highchairs available
Conference facilities
Meeting rooms
Street parking
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Vending machine
Evening entertainment
Table tennis
Board games / puzzles
Nightclub / DJ
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Shared lounge / TV area
ATM on site
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Room features
Blackout curtains
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Bottled water
Bath / shower
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Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Modern
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Languages Spoken
English, French, Dutch, German and 1 more

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Grade: 82 out of 100
42Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
25Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
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Živorad U wrote a review Jun 2
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The staff was fantastic and the location of the hotel is amazing. Also, the whole vibe of the hotel is fantastic and really interesting. I enjoyed my stay in this place. Only thing that I didn't like is the low pressure in the shower. And a little small rooms but in general everything was fantastic.
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Dear Zivorad, Thanks for the amazingly kind review <3 We really appreaciate it. Glad to hear you enjoyed the staff, location, and the vibe! Hopefully next time will be just as good or even better.. Greetings, Front Office Crew Pepijn #GenLove
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keya wrote a review Jun 1
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we really enjoyed our stay at generator amsterdam! The beds were super comfortable and the hostel’s location was very convenient (it’s in the middle of a park, not very far from major attractions in the city)
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Thank you for your review, desifoodie67. It is great to see that you enjoyed your time with us. 🕺💃 Generator Amsterdam
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joey g wrote a review May 2023
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Great spot. Clean room. Bed fit me (6’2, 220lbs) Club in the basement to get silly. Good place for young adults. Hotel vibes. Friendly staff. The one and only real difference i really saw from a regular hotel is the bath towels are located behind the front desk. I’d recommend and will definitely stay here again
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Dear Joey, Thanks for the friendly review :) We really appreciate the effort. Glad to hear you enjoyed our rooms, club, vibes & staff. When you stay with us next time let us know we will give you a small present ;) Greetings, Front Office Crew Pepijn #GenLove
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Vincent75003 wrote a review May 2023
Paris10 contributions3 helpful votes
These guys are real thieves with poor commercial sense. The usual mistake happened to me – I used a booking website disclosing that there was a refundable policy (actually with a refund of 4% of your total fee if you wanted to cancel) – and pressed in the confirmation button too quickly – picking the wrong date. I contacted in the following second both the booking website and the hotel to try to find multiple solution (modification of the date, paying an extra fee if needed…, etc.). Interestingly, to modify the dates – the hotel looked full on all the other dates but with a lots of availabilities on their website. After 3 days of non-stop emails, phone calls, I gave up with the Generator Amsterdam who was very keen to keep the entire payment and not willing to find any solution. Stay away from them.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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I'm sorry to hear about your experience with us. Please be sure that we are taking your complaint very seriously, we will do our best to rectify the situation and ensure that it will not happen again. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us as it helps us improve our standards everyday. Generator Amsterdam
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woalesa wrote a review May 2023
Berlin, Germany1 contribution1 helpful vote
I have stayed in many hostels before and I understand the concept of it and I'm fine with ii but man...Generator Amsterdam is not worth the pain nor the pay which is way above average hostels price. The hostel has many areas which are ok but not as nice and modern as other Generators. The rooms are terrible. There's no ventilation, not well insulation and the space is extremely small. The one I stayed was a female room of around 9m2 and 6 beds in it. You cannot even seat on your bed because there's not enough space. Common bathrooms are disgusting, of course you don't expect them to be completely clean but these bathrooms seemed like real street ones. The staff is so condescending and indifferent. Didn't experience this before in other Generator hostels. In general, the experience was extremely poor and painful for 40 euros.
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Dear Woalesa, Sorry to hear that we did not meet your expectations. However, we do have A/C in all of our rooms which works 24/7 and you can change the settings with the thermosthat. In regard to the bathrooms we are sorry to hear you disliked the cleanliness, we want to keep a good standard and if you have any issues you can report it to the reception so we can fix it. We are also sorry to hear about the dislike for the staff, we very much try our best to give you the best experience and service.. Hopefully we can improve for you next time and you will enjoy your time a lot more! Greetings, Front Office Crew Pepijn #GenLove
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Andy N wrote a review May 2023
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We had deluxe king room over looking the park. Beautiful setting, very relaxing and great staff. Will definitely be back. About a 20-30 minute walk to the Amsterdam central,but a lovely walk with plenty to see and do.
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Dear Andy, Thanks for the lovely review! We appreciate the time you took and we are happy to hear you enjoyed the location, view and staff <3 Hopefully next time you are here it will be just as good or even better ;) Much love, Front Office Crew Pepijn #GenLove
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1hannah19999 wrote a review May 2023
Orlando, Florida1 contribution
It's not great they don't provide places for the pods to put their stuff. They "provide" a locker, but give you no choice but to pay for a padlock to use on said locker which is kind of ridiculous for the price you're paying to stay in them. The mattresses were awful and hard as a rock, and I haven't slept worse in my life. I think I've slept better on a couch. That being said, the pods were really nice, as well as the area and the hostel itself. I don't know if I would come back again, but it was at least enjoyable.
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Thank you very much for your candid review of your recent stay at our hotel. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us, as we strive to improve with each and every stay. I greatly appreciate your comments about aspects of the room that need updating. In taking great care of our property, our main priority is to be able to offer a very well-maintained and comfortable atmosphere. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us as it helps us improve our standards everyday. Generator Amsterdam
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mathieubossy wrote a review May 2023
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2000 euros for 3 night in a very small 4 bed bedroom, no payment option, surprise taxes on arrival that weren't written on hostelworld, 10 euros to leave your luggage in the luggage room, too noisy... very bad ! Run (for your money)
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience about your recent stay at our property. This certainly isn't the level of service we wish to provide to our guests here at Generator Amsterdam. We would love for you to give us another chance next time. Generator Amsterdam
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509antonia wrote a review May 2023
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Overall a very nice hostel with super friendly staff and a unique interior. I wouldn't recommend it though for travelers that are looking for a more quiet stay. Truly more for younger people looking to meet new people, socialize and party. Good breakfast and situated well.
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Thanks a lot for taking the time to share your review and feedback! We hope to see you again in the future. Generator Amsterdam
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rupert b wrote a review May 2023
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For me personally the pillow was good and the mattress was a bit fin i was still able to sleep fine. The pods are very spacious and over all very nice. Depending on who you have next to you it can bit a bit noisy but only had this during the daytime. The staff were very friendly and helpful when I got locked out of my pod as the battery in the lock had died although it did take a bit of sorting out, they did apologise and gave me a free breakfast that was really good and had lots to choose from. I also found it helpful that they had bike hire on site and a tram stop around the corner. Really nice location would recommend and stay again
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. 😀 We hope you also had a nice time in Amsterdam. 🤳 Nora Generator Amsterdam
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PRICE RANGE
$81 - $286 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
The NetherlandsNorth Holland ProvinceAmsterdamOosterparkbuurt / Amsterdam East / Oud Oost
NUMBER OF ROOMS
168
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Frequently Asked Questions about Generator Amsterdam
Which popular attractions are close to Generator Amsterdam?
Nearby attractions include Tropenmuseum (0.2 miles), Oosterpark (0.1 miles), and KIT Royal Tropical Institute (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Generator Amsterdam?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Generator Amsterdam?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Generator Amsterdam?
Yes, paid private parking on-site and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Generator Amsterdam?
Conveniently located restaurants include Hearth, Elkaar, and Cafe Kuijper.
Are any cleaning services offered at Generator Amsterdam?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Does Generator Amsterdam offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to meeting rooms and conference facilities during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Generator Amsterdam?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, German, Italian, and Dutch.
Are there any historical sites close to Generator Amsterdam?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Concertgebouw (1.7 miles), Portuguese Synagogue (0.7 miles), and Willet-Holthuysen Museum (0.9 miles).
Is Generator Amsterdam accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.