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Generator London

Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to Russell Square

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk
Laundry
Housekeeping
Pet-friendly

includes taxes & fees

5 Aug - 6 Aug

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

Russell Square
‪4 min walk‬
The British Museum
‪10 min walk‬
Piccadilly Circus
‪5 min drive‬
London (LHR-Heathrow)
‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

Good

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

8 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

Twin

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Pet friendly

Daily housekeeping

11 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26.0 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

28 sq m
Sleeps 8
4 Single Bunk Beds

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26.0 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Single Bunk Beds

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

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26.0 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

24 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

6 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Single Bunk Beds

Superior King

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Pet friendly

Daily housekeeping

11 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Good

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

9 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed In Large Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Mixed Gender)

Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

Private 6 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 6
3 Single Bunk Beds

Private 6-bed Room Private Bathroom

Sleeps 6
3 Single Bunk Beds

Bed In Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom (Mixed Gender)

Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

Superior King Room Ensuite

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin Room With Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2
2 Single Bunk Beds

Private 4 Beds Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Single Bunk Beds

Private 13 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 13
6 Single Bunk Beds

Private 10 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 10
5 Single Bunk Beds

Private 8 Beds Room with Private Bathrooms

Sleeps 8
4 Single Bunk Beds

Private 8 Bed Female Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 8
4 Single Bunk Beds

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed In Medium Dorm - Ensuite

Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed In Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Female Only)

Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

Private 8 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 8
4 Single Bunk Beds

Private 12 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 12
6 Single Bunk Beds

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 on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 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 - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
The British Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Leicester Square - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Piccadilly Circus - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Trafalgar Square - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

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 with a nightclub, a short 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

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

Similar properties

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Business services
Housekeeping

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

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)

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

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 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

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

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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

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Generator Hostel London

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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 30 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator London on 5 Aug 2025 start from NZ$122.98, 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 on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 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

7.2

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Alan

1 May 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

30 Apr 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lucas

27 Apr 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Muhammad

27 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice hostel 7 minutes walking distance from British library and Kings cross station and area of London

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

27 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rawle

26 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Loved the choice of menu for the dining options, and the dining area too.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

24 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

emma

18 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Yeah sure

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Majid

18 Apr 2025

Disliked: Amenities

Please teach your staff that not every disability is visible. I shouldn’t have to explain to 6 or 7 staff why I need to access the disabled toilets in front of random people too. It’s incredibly humiliating. Then when I explain why for them to look at me as if I’m talking crap and interrogate me and pull faces as though I’m lying. And to be stopped by cleaners while accessing the disable toilets with my fob card that is activated for the disabled toilets to open for me and be refused entry by 2 cleaners and questioned on why I’m not using regular toilets even after I’m showing them my card is activated for the disabled toilet doors and that I have a medical reason. For this to happen 2 days straight. I’m genuinely upset. I was supposed to stay an additional day but didn’t because of it this. It’s disgusting.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

kemon

12 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Amenities

There was one shower/bathroom area on my floor. I had to open about 4 different doors to get to the bathroom at night and almost peed myself.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

9 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Sebastian, Dublin

8 Apr 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff seems to be untrained and surely is unwilling to help, specifically at the front reception. As with dorms you pay what you get for, but Generator London is clearly not worth it. Shared bedrooms show no separations or curtains to ensure privacy, shared bathrooms are run down and failing apart, and everything is for sale: a towel, a cable to charge your phone...etc. Finally the breakfast is not great either.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

7 Apr 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

7 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy night's sleep

The bed was comfortable, everything was clean- it was cheap and cheerful, I'd definitely use it again.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton

30 Mar 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

27 Mar 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

Travelled with family

19 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Stay

We booked last minute due to having to cancel our trip into France because they closed the station due to finding an unexploded bomb from WWII. With that being said it was our first time staying in a hostel and we were pleasantly surprised how nice it was. The rooms are small of course if you are traveling with lots of luggage which we were. But for just 1 night it was perfect for us. The atmosphere was great and there were plenty to do. The drinks and food were amazing. My son said their fish and chips were the best he had in all of London.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Calin

14 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

6 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

They have no accessibility support for people, the women's bathroom are very thigh on both toilet area and shower, no hangers for stuff inside the washrooms. no space for hanging clothes or towels. the washrooms should have a layout like a gym with benches and space to hang things while you are using. Food, staff was good, cleanliness also good, good area/location

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Abdul

6 Mar 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad stay and dirty Run away

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

26 Feb 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

Poor Heating, Not Clean

When we went into our room the window had been left open and the temperature of the room was around 10C. We couldn't adjust the thermostat. The front desk told us that they only turn on the heat for two hours during the day and three hours at night. The heat is not a boiler and is just a ceiling mount electric heater. The bathrooms were dirty and stunk. The room floor was sticky.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Oliver

24 Feb 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Business traveller

20 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Toby

19 Feb 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Regina

Business traveller

17 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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About the area

London

What's nearby

Getting around

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About this property

Generator London

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