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Generator London

2.0 star property
Hostel with nightclub, walk to Russell Square

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Reception
Front of property
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Reception
Reviews
7.2

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
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37 Tavistock Place, Russel Square, London, England, WC1H 9SE
  • Popular LocationRussell Square6 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe British Museum14 min walk
  • Popular LocationTrafalgar Square6 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)51 min drive

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (8-12 Beds) - shared bathroom facilities

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in a 8-13 bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Superior King

Superior King

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

London

At Generator London you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Russell Square and University College London. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, a nightclub and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this London City Centre hostel include The British Museum and Tottenham Court Road.
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What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 6 min walk
  • The British Museum - 14 min walk
  • Leicester Square - 4 min drive
  • Trafalgar Square - 6 min drive
  • Piccadilly Circus - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London (QQS-St. Pancras International Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Marquis of Cornwallis - 3 min walk
  • Nando's - 3 min walk
  • Half Cup - 5 min walk
  • Fuwa Fuwa - 4 min walk
  • Slim Chickens - 3 min walk

About this property

Generator London

Hostel with nightclub, walk to Russell Square
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A nightclub, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Generator London.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this London hostel.

  • 214 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Generator London offers 214 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 7.90 for adults and GBP 3.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Nightclub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Any other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 31 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 7.90 for adults and from GBP 3.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Generator Hostel
Generator Hostel London
Generator London
Generator London Hostel
Hostel Generator
Hostel Generator London
Hostel London Generator
London Generator
London Generator Hostel
London Hostel Generator
Generator Hostel London England
Generator Hostel London Hotel London
Generator London England

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Generator London?

Generator London offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Generator London?

As of 13 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator London on 26 May 2024 start from AU$118.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Generator London serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Generator London?

No, Generator London does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Generator London?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Generator London?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Generator London Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 389 out of 1007 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 91 out of 1007 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Billy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dissapointing
Rooms were tiny, toilets dirty. They charge you to leave your luggage if you arrive early or want to store it at the hotel for a few hours before you leave.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Josef

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place is good only if you are short of money, don’t expect this to be like the Ritz. You will encounter with low class uneducated people, loud rude teenagers that won’t let you sleep. However I supposed if you are lucky you will get a quiet room, a good with considerate roommates and a clean wall without buggers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Herman

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Lesley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Headache for the night, but will have more money!?
Value for money but headache for your night. This brand used to be very good when it launched.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best possible location, Russell Square underground station is a straight shot from Heathrow on the Piccadilly line, the hostel is also 2 blocks from Euston, a major train station. Shopping center half block away with 3 groceries including an awesome Asian one, restaurants everywhere in every direction. 2 block from the Nat’l library & its reading rooms if you need somewhere to sit quietly & relax, b/c that won’t be happening in the hostel which has no common areas except it’s restaurant/bar where you must buy something to hang out. British Museum less than 15 minutes by foot on the other side of Russell Square. Cramped rooms, tiny showers, half the bathroom stall doors don’t lock, not enough electrical outlets, but with this location they really don’t have to make any apologies…

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Gunta

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Lesley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Make sure you dont get the basement rooms.
Stayed up in London, and been asked for ID they trow up a fuss if you dont have a physical ID and seem to make up the rules as they go along. The smell in the basement floor rooms was horrendous, like the piss house of london.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very handy to those main attractions like British Museum. It is in close proximity to the main traffic hub, King's cross St Pancras Station, so easy to plan travelling to the places nearby London. During my stay, I woke up very earlier due to noise; I am not sure whether it was due to the operation of the Underground (my best guess, it is located on top of an underground line. In addition, it was not warm inside the room as the heater was mounted almost up to the celling and it was central controlled (only turned on around 20:00 during my stay)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023