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Generator London

2.0 star property
Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to Russell Square

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Reception
Reception
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Exterior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025

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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 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

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

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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

Map
37 Tavistock Place, Russel Square, London, England, WC1H 9SE

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
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gourmet Burger Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Store St. Espresso - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Generator London

Hostel near The British Museum
Close to Russell Square and Covent Garden Market, Generator London provides a nightclub, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and express check-out
  • A billiards/pool table, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, a gift shop and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 214 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LED light bulbs, heating and daily housekeeping

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

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; 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

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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)

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
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 are 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 14 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

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

Is Generator London pet-friendly?

Yes, Generator London allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 14 kg per pet. There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Generator London?

As of 21 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator London on 12 Jan 2025 start from €65.12, 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.

How much is parking at Generator London?

Generator London doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Generator London?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Generator London?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Generator London located?

Located in London City Centre, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Russell Square and The British Museum. Leicester Square and Oxford Street are also within 2 miles (3 km). Russell Square Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station is 10 minutes.

Generator London Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 1008 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1008 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 202 out of 1008 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 1008 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Blessing

Liked: Staff & service
I Paid for a female only room and there was a male in the room. There was no hot water to shower either.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tristan

Business traveller
I paid £175 for a room for one night. I had an early start this morning as my son has been admitted to Great Ormond Street Hospital. I tried to get my head down around 9pm, but the music was so so so loud it was impossible. At 10pm it was the same. At 11pm it was the same. At 00:00 it was the same. At around 00:30 I got dressed and checked out and slept in the car. I was on floor 3 in room 339. I will be expecting a full refund from the establishment, never, ever have I stayed in a hotel that I have been UNABLE to sleep in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Leigh

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We knew this was a budget stay before a trip away. However…. It was incredibly loud. We were then given a room on the third floor (with two young children) and the lift was out of order. Had to make your own bed but this was new to us for staying in a hostel. Bathroom facilities were smelly and dirty. To top it off the light genuinely wouldn’t switch off in our room so had no choice but to try and settle the children in a bright room. Told staff but they didn’t seem that bothered just saying oh no and thanks for letting them know. Would look at other budget options next time Also quite a few steps up into the property, which isn’t convenient with heavy bags and a pushchair.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

raquel

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff should make sure that the bins in the female toilets are emptied, this way avoiding toiletries on the floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mishayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location. Great vibe and facilities with luggage storage. Dorm was a bit squished but fine if you are only there to sleep. They could do with more staff at reception but I would still book again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Travelled with group
Great hostel for a mid 20’s crowd.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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

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

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

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