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Generator London

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Russell Square

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Generator London, located close to Russell Square and Tottenham Court Road, offers an energetic vibe with a nightclub and arcade/game room. Unwind with dinner at the on-site restaurant or connect over WiFi in your room. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Arcade/game room
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (4)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Arcade/game room

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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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
  • 280 sq ft
  • 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)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin 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
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior King | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior King

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Cartwright Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University College London - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Russell Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of London - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The British Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • London City Airport (LCY) - 44 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 55 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 64 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 70 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 79 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 96 min drive
  • London (QQS-St. Pancras International Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • St Pancras International Station - 10 min walk
  • Russell Square Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 10 min walk
  • Euston Underground Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marquis Cornwallis - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪TA’MINI Lebanese Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Project68 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Store St Espresso - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Generator London

Generator London features a nightclub and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Russell Square. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, The British Museum and Leicester Square are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Russell Square Underground Station is 4 minutes and King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station is 10 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 214 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • 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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 31 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

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

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Nightclub
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 7.90 for adults and GBP 3.95 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Does Generator London offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Generator London does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Generator London?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 31 lbs per pet. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Generator London?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Generator London.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Generator London?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Generator London and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Enjoy amenities like a nightclub and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Generator London?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Generator London like?

Generator London is a short 4-minute walk from Russell Square Underground Station and 14 minutes' walk from The British Museum. Travelers love the hostel's prime location.

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Generator London Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Melina greeted us with warm welcome and made check-in a breeze. Clean room, sufficient basic necessities for the stay. Shared bathroom stalls can have a refresh, especially the locks. Walking distance to public transit. Great pub right beside the front desk, lovely staff.
Lee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable . Welcoming and a great atmosphere . I slept very well
Marian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay, will stay again!

Helpful front desk staff. Clean bathrooms and bed was comfortable. Great breakfast and cool bar to enjoy a nice beverage. I recommend them highly.
LeRoy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean & Welcoming
Andre, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

staff friendly.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My stay was lovely was only here one night lovely bar. Diego at reception desk was very helpful in making my stay a comfortable and pleasant one.
Tanya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff, excellent location, feel safe around.
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Generator London

I find Generator to be one of the best hostels in London. The location is excellent and the staff tend to be both welcoming and friendly. The basement shower area could do with "an upgrade", but the water is always warm.
Joachim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant

Welcoming, clean. Happy to return again
Andre, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would stay again

Everything i needed for a single night trip room was clean. Lockable drawer a good dize. Shower room was closed for maintenence which was frustrating hut would stay again
Leeanne, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not much space between the bunk beds meaning only 1 of the 4 sleepers can access the under the bed locker at the time. Only 2 hooks on the wall to hang jackets for 4 people. Beds very basic but comfortable. No privacy whatsoever! Other hostels deal with this with roller blinds… plug sockets away from the beds so bring a long cable (like a 2-3 meters one. Toilets and showers are at the very end of a long corridor so if you need a wee in the middle of the night get ready for an excursion. The gents toilets were either blocked, out of service or in a very bad state. None of the 5 toilet doors would close because the entire frame was out of place. The bar (although painfully slow) and the breakfast were good and the atmosphere was young and vibrant.
Nauzet, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Okay. Bathrooms very tired and broken locks. The bedrooms didn’t have shelves or even a hook. Just one overhead light in room, individual beds could have benefitted from personal light and charger point. Woken twice in the night by noise. Clean sheets. Decent food and drinks. Staff were lovely.
sophie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely night. No problem. Breakfast was lovely
Rachael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I was staying here with a group of friends, all of the staff were friendly and accommodating, which led to a great atmosphere
kyle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cheap, clean and fun to meet new people.
Giacinta, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It had nice facilities to use as a base
Casper, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Comfortable bed, kept cool during the summer with the free standing fan in the room and corner shop just around the corner. Showers need to be fixed - locks are broken, water everywhere and not really clean at all. Same goes for toilets.
Dan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great vibe great service
Aleksandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Private rooms are great. Very clean and walkable distance from the tube.
Oscar Arturo, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good hostel, excellent breakfast, pretty small shower area however
Lilia, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Decent stay for the price and great location!

Cheap and cheerful stay at the Generator. Great location (easy walking distance to King's Cross and other tube stations) and it had everything you needed really. Shop for toiletries etc., free sanitary products, lockers available to purchase for the day, and even a great bar with some great food at a reasonable price. Outside area (smoking area) could be upgraded to allow people to sit outside. Moreover, the rooms are a little small - we stayed for 3 days in a private room, and I don't think I could have stayed longer in the room (stuffy and slightly claustrophobic). Bathroom decent and had toiletries stocked. Overall, I would stay again if staying only a few days.
Roberta, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything good, showers need work though.

I've stayed here multiple times now. It's very clean, comfortable and just what I needed for 1 night's stay. The showers could do with being fixed up, especially the locks on the doors also.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff.
Laarni, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location is amazing, staff are rockstars and social aspect is exactly what I hoped for. The reason for the downgrade in rating is due to the obvious lack of maintenance. There was a fire door near our room with a broken closure that caused the door to slam into a wall each time someone walked through it. The showers were is a VERY poor state, with only three showers operating on our floor. With as many customers who stay here I feel it’s a shame a place I have always enjoyed to stay falling due to simple lack of upkeep.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best if you’re a female solo traveler. I highly recommend. Breakfast is great, bar food is great. Their location in Dublin was great too💜
Brittani, 2-night trip