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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
Front of property
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
The price is ₹6,673
₹8,008 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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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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Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

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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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1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

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

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8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

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

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

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

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

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6 Bed Private Room

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

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Superior King

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

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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

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₹9,704 total
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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 Russell Square
Located close to The British Museum 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
  • Tour/ticket information, ATM/banking services and a reception hall
  • Luggage storage, a gift shop and a front desk safe
  • 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

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)

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 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

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 23 Oct 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator London on 27 Oct 2024 start from ₹6,673.48, excluding 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. Tottenham Court Road and Royal Opera House are also within 1 mile (2 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. 228 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 373 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 204 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 104 out of 1003 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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Eilidh

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was staying in a mixed dorm. The doors into the room slammed shut which disturbed everyone else trying to rest. The toilet facilities were really far away, having to walk to the area of the floor staircase/lift. I didn’t make use of any of the other facilities as was staying alone but it done the job and super cheap. Cannot complain too much.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yash

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Julian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
No bathroom for the bunks ensuite. Staff can't control the loudness of people in the smoking area. Bathrooms were dirty. Accomodations were mid at best. This may have cured me forvever of the urge to travel on the cheap.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gina

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recently stayed at the Generator with a group of friends. Unfortunately we left early and forfeited the rest of our stay and booked a hotel instead because we couldn’t get any sleep - it was too hot and the room bathrooms and common areas were dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Megan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I booked with the Generator chain’s London location thinking it’d be similar in quality to the other location I went to in Amsterdam — incorrect assumption! All Generator hostels are not generated equally (though I wish there would be more consistency in quality across the chain). Only one or two of the shower stalls and bathroom cubicles locked properly — all the other ones were either broken or didn’t line up with the other part of the door, and weren’t able to close. When I checked in, the mattress and the bunk were spotted with something brown (mildew?), and my pillow was on the mattress so the pillowcase was scuffed and dirty even before I used it. (Bring a sleeping bag cover or your own sheets.) The 8-12 bed room was spacious but had dust and hairballs strewn about the floor. Also, though there was a sink and soap in the room, there were no paper towels accessible anywhere, not even in the shared bathroom. The basement shared shower/washroom for women was right next to the men’s washroom, lift/elevator, laundry room (dryer didn’t work well), and smoking area, so it felt exposed. Oftentimes there’d be men taking a phone call or just standing in front of the women’s washroom — not the best vibes. Staff were helpful though, and location is absolutely great, central to many bus and train stations. Just listen to the other reviews. I do think that even if we’re not paying as much as other hostels, the facility needs to be looked over and fixed up quite a bit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kelton

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Fine for the money. You pay for what you get. For the private rooms its literally just a couple of beds and a sink. separate bathroom as expected because it is a hostel. The bathrooms smelled horrible! one of four showers had only freezing cold water, and two of the other showers had no locks. But on the bright side, the first floor lobby, bar, and dining area were awesome! and the location was really good! Walkable distance to kings cross/st pancras. tons of shops and cafes even closer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So hot in the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hashim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place stinks, most things are broken, and you should probably only stay here if its your last option
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sunny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The keycard kept not working even after I've been down to reception to get it fixed, the women's bathroom on my floor was broken so I had to walk down to the basement, and the elevator was also broken.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Strange but convenient location, near St Pancras and tube stations. Staff not overly helpful or knowledgeable; however, the bed was comfortable and the shower was good. No facilities in the room. Cheap for London but would give it a miss.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Needs noice cancelling headphones and eye coveres.
Visit here often but sadly the summers are terrible for the rooms as the duvets were more suited for winter. I did find that this time the bed had better plug sockets for charging and night light. However the person above was maybe having very heavy body and everytime he moved shook the entire bed (unavoidable i guess). So would have prefered to have less of that. The matress felt much better this time than previously. There was an issue with the breakfast team undercharging. Lukily i was honest and they they a reduced price to pay. Still it was another 20 mins before that was resolved. Overall the experience this time was a little better than last time although safety is still an issue as i nearly got hit by the door just outside the toilet as someone was in arush and slammed the doors, someone is going to get hurt if this is not looked at. One of the hand dryers didnt work in the toilets but luckily there was another I found after a bit of investigation around. Price was reasonable i.e. less than £27 so hence was my main reasons to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lyndsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good for a hostel
Fun place, great location. Good conditions for a hostel, however the lift broke the first day we were there and had to walk up for our room on the 5th floor. Was not fixed in the 3 days we were there. Also, just note there is no A/C and no fans and London is hot in June.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

vinay

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lucas the reception manager needs attitude check
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Okay
I was in a room near the snookers area so heard talking all night and smoke smell was all in the room. i left with a bad cough because all of the smoke. The front desk staff was not very accommodating they made me wait to exactly 2pm on the dot to go into my room even tho it was ready a few minutes prior and I had been there since 8 am. The bathrooms were not in the best condition and most of the shower dora didn’t close. Over all the places just needs a over all deep cleaning but okay for the price
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024