Generator Paris stands on Place du Colonel Fabien in the 10th arrondissement — opposite the namesake metro station and 5 minutes' walk from Canal Saint-Martin. It is a "poshtel": hostel with industrial design, capsule dorms, private rooms and social areas (Café Fabien, Metro Bar, rooftop). In 2026 it remains popular with backpackers, groups and digital nomads who want Paris on a budget without sacrificing safety and Wi-Fi. A 5-minute walk away is bakery Du Pain et des Idées; in the 11th, Septime and Le Bouillon Pigalle concentrate much of eastern Paris's dining scene. Dorms from €45; private rooms from €110.
From office building to poshtel
The 1980s building was office headquarters before conversion by DesignAgency, a studio known for Generator hostels in London, Amsterdam and Berlin. The aim: keep the industrial aesthetic — exposed pipes, brick, cement floors — and add local visual identity with graffiti by Parisian artists and vintage flea-market furniture.
Each floor has its own palette, avoiding the standardised corridor feel of conventional hostels. Generator belongs to the eponymous chain, present in ten European cities, but Paris is one of the largest and most complete in the portfolio.
Accommodation and social areas
Generator Paris offers shared dorms and private rooms:
- Pods: Individual bunks with blackout curtain, USB socket, reading light and lockable drawer with magnetic card — reasonable privacy for a dorm.
- Women-only dorm: Exclusive option for women — popular with solo travellers.
- Private rooms: Doubles and family rooms on upper floors, some with terrace and Montmartre views.
Café Fabien on the ground floor serves coffee, sandwiches and hot dishes throughout the day — a practical substitute for a shared kitchen (the hostel has no communal kitchen, due to Paris regulations). Metro Bar in the basement runs at night with DJs and cocktails. The rooftop opens in spring and summer, with views of Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur. There is also quiet coworking and automated luggage storage in the basement — useful on check-in or check-out day.
| Service / Item | Practical Information (Generator 2026) |
|---|---|
| 📍 Address | 9-11 Place du Colonel Fabien, 75010 Paris. |
| 🚇 How to Get There (Metro) | Station Colonel Fabien (Line 2) opposite the hostel. Louis Blanc (Lines 7 and 7bis) 5 min walk. Quick connection to Gare du Nord and Gare de l'Est. |
| ⏰ Hours (Check-in/out) | Check-in from 2:00 p.m.; check-out until 10:00 a.m. (late check-out available for a fee). Reception and security 24 hours. |
| 💰 Average Price | Dorms from €45/night; private rooms from €110/night. |
| 🔗 Official Website | staygenerator.com/paris |
Practical tips
Direct booking: Generator app or website — up to 15% discount and welcome cocktail on the rooftop, depending on current promotions.
Women-only dorm: Book ahead — sells out quickly between June and September.
Lockers: Automated luggage storage in the basement — leave bags on check-in/out day and explore the city.
Canal Saint-Martin: 5-minute walk — picnics on the bank, independent shops and cafés. Combine with breakfast at Du Pain et des Idées (opens early, queues common).
Neighbourhood dining: Septime (book online three weeks ahead) and Le Bouillon Pigalle (affordable fixed menu, 15 min by metro) are in the 11th/18th.
Frequently asked questions
1. Is there a shared kitchen?
No — Paris regulations prevent communal kitchens in hostels. Café Fabien and a 24-hour kiosk compensate with affordable meals.
2. Is there an age limit?
No maximum. Under-18s must be accompanied and stay in a private room — they cannot use shared dorms.
3. Are dorms safe?
Magnetic card access to floors, rooms and lifts. 24-hour security and cameras in common areas. Each guest has a lockable drawer under the bunk.
Combine with guides on this site
To keep exploring on this site, these guides pair well with this article: Du Pain et des Idées, Septime and Le Bouillon Pigalle.
Editorial note: prices, opening hours and booking conditions in this guide are references checked against official and institutional sources in July 2026. Confirm on the official website before your visit, as details may change.