Generator, Rome

The hotel is located in the Esquilino neighbourhood. The Monti neighbourhood isn't far away and has lots of lovely bars, cafés, restaurants and boutique shops.

The hotel is in a good location for transport connections; it's a 10-minute walk to Termini station.

By plane: London to Rome takes 2 hours 25 minutes; Manchester to Rome takes 2 hours 40 minutes - after which, it's a 30-minute drive to the hotel. Paid parking available nearby. Book flights to Rome.

There's an impressive aesthetic, especially when you consider this is a budget hostel. The lounge has some industrial chic coupled with a 60s retro look, while the bar has colourful sofas and chairs, a pinball machine and vintage-style patterned floor tiles.

Service is cheerful and friendly. Facilities include a lounge area, funky bar and a seasonal rooftop terrace. There's also a laundry, locker room and a small kitchenette. Check out is pretty early - 10am (guests can check out no later than 1pm for a €10 charge).

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Terrace
• Board games
• Family-friendly
• Free Wi-Fi

Rooms consist of dormitories (some female-only), as well as private rooms. Similar in style, they are monochrome with accents of green or grey - and all have a contemporary feel.

Room types: Private Single, Private Twin, Private Queen, Private King, Private Room (3-bed, 4-bed, 6-bed), Shared Dorm (3-bed, 4-bed, 6-bed)

Key amenities: ensuite bathroom with toiletries, hairdryer, clothes hanging space, desk, TV, free Wi-Fi (facilities based on private room)

Only breakfast and snacks are served here. Breakfast is good value with an option for just €7 (coffee or tea, water or juice, a piece of fruit, a pastry, a yoghurt and small sandwich). The bar serves a good range of cocktails and craft beers. Hostel residents also get a complimentary cocktail.

Lantern Bar & Lounge: deli-style menu, local beers and cocktails. Open daily, 6pm-1am.

Café: lobby lounge and breakfast. Open 24/7.

Rooftop: terrace bar, casual hammocks, table games. Open in season, Jun-Sep.