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Generator London

2.0 star property
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Reception
Exterior
Lobby
Reception
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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37 Tavistock Place, Russel Square, London, England, WC1H 9SE
  • Russell Square
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • University of London
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • The British Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Private Room

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Superior King

Superior King

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

London

Located in London (London City Centre), Generator London is within a 15-minute walk of Russell Square and The British Museum. .This hostel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Leicester Square and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from St. Paul's Cathedral.
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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 City Airport (LCY) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marquis of Cornwallis - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gourmet Burger Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Store St. Espresso - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Generator London

Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to Russell Square
Generator London offers 214 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 214 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a nightclub and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.
At Generator London, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

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 public transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends: GBP 7.90 for adults and GBP 3.95 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/games room
  • Bike rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Arcade/games room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Accessibility

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

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • 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
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • TV in lobby
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Shower

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • LED light bulbs

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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 31 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 7.90 for adults and 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Property is also known as

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Generator Hostel London
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Generator London Hostel
Hostel Generator
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London Generator
London Generator Hostel
London Hostel Generator
Generator Hostel London England
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Generator London Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

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7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patriciah

Nice location and convenient location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Enrico

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the environment of the hostel - bathrooms on the older side!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geazi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Average
The hostel reception were often too busy messing with their mobile phones. Toilets on the 3rd floor the door locks didn't work and not on the "changing room" bits either. There was nowhere to put clothes while showering nor to sit down while getting dressed. Plug sockets or usb closer to the beds would be appreciated. Overall though I slept quite well and it was ok for the money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A bed is a bed and the rooms are nice but I was next to the smoking area where people were so drunk and loud one night someone was banging on something and then the fire alarm was pulled at 2am.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alicia

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

shahrzad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great area and good stuffs
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Les

Liked: Staff & service
Toilets are far from many of the rooms, only one on each floor. Arrived at midnight off the train and then had to make bed whilst trying not to wake other room members up. There was a light and usb on each bed, but had someone located in the room who snored all night, not hostels fault, so went done to reception at 02.15 to say I was going to sleep on a chair in the bar area, they allocated me a different room with only one other guest in it, but guess what they also snored 😩😩
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Elsie

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad location and accessibility. No space to drive up to entrance so had to drag my suitcases to entrance and then also up a flight of stairs. Had to take stairs to get to reception; no elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely decorated in the reception and bar areas, needs a bit of a touch up around facilities, toilet doors etc. Was a small stain on mattress and my sheet had seen better days, but bed was comfortable and handy light and USB plus for charging on each bed. Room was so hot, but large fan was already in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geazi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was my first time at a hostal being a lone female traveller l was a bit apprehensive but I had a really great time at Generator. Staff happy and helpful all the time. Met people l wouldn't usually meet and l had one awesome evening with a few. It's all there for you, you don't even have to go outside. Every night is Saturday night on the ground floor, food till late, drinks and club till 3am. your in a safe environment and getting back to bed which is comfy is no problem either. I would definitely stay again. Well done Team Generator ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mariam

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Charlotte

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Iosif Claudiu

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dirty. The pictures in the ad are lies. All old
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jenelyn

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not accommodating staff.Smelly place,noisy not organise stuff everywhere,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, roomy, eclectic and thoughtful design. Great staff, great location, great value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great cheap stay for a night
For the cheapest stay in London and a great atmosphere, I love staying at Generator. It was my third stay and even though it was a 13 bed room, it was not even half full. They’ve adjusted the food hours so you can eat at the bar later than before, and as always the staff were very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good value if don't care about anything else
Started off bad at arrival when reception coldly stated that i cannot check in without ID. No hotels in London require ID and i never had it on me. There is nothing on the hotels.com website stating this. We sorted it but only because i got a copy of my passport from the cloud! Room is tiny - 4 strangers in a room, snoring, farting, fidgeting, coughing, trips to the toilet, talking in sleep. The room was boiling hot too! It was very difficult to get to sleep or not disturb other guests if you needed to do anything at all as everyone is within 1 arm reach of you. The showers on my floor were out of action so had to use other floors. Toilets were disgusting, unclean and didn't flush - same everywhere i tried across the whole building!! Had to use a local Pret in the end. The working showers were good though - by that i mean hot and excellent flow rate - the rest of the facilities in these rooms were run down, falling apart or poorly maintained with broken door locks, toilets covered in poo, disgusting! Having said all of the above, at £35 in central London, it was value for money in a great location (if none of the above issues to do with poor maintenance bother you at all). The facilities on the ground floor - bar, games, food & drinks were excellent although staff on service were painfully slow to serve anybody... you need to be very patient!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It was a nice place to stay due to location being near to the city centre and transportation is accessible
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024