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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Bar

Breakfast available

24/7 front desk

Laundry

Housekeeping

Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

Good

8 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

Wonderful

8 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Twin

Wonderful

11 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

Very good

26.0 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

28 sq m
Sleeps 8
4 Twin Bunk Beds

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

26.0 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

26.0 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Exceptional

24 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

6 Bed Private Room

26 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds

Superior King

11 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Good

9 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Housekeeping

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

About this property

Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to Russell Square

A restaurant, a nightclub, and a bar/lounge are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and an arcade/game room are onsite.

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.

Generator London's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Russell Square. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.

Free WiFi
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
Amenities include a front-desk safe, locker space, and a gift shop
Onsite recreation includes bike rentals
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
Within a 15-minute walk of Russell Square and The British Museum
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)

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/game room are also featured at Generator London.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this London hostel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 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)

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

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: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 31 lbs 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
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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: 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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

To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. 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.

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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Generator London Hostel

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London Generator

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Generator Hostel London England

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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

8/10 Good

Patriciah

15 Oct 2024

Nice location and convenient location

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Enrico

Travelled with group

13 Oct 2024

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

13 Oct 2024

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

11 Oct 2024

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

9 Oct 2024

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

8 Oct 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alicia

6 Oct 2024

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

shahrzad

Travelled with family

3 Oct 2024

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

30 Sept 2024

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

30 Sept 2024

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Elsie

23 Sept 2024

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

22 Sept 2024

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

21 Sept 2024

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

Very nice place

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

15 Sept 2024

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

15 Sept 2024

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

9 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Charlotte

2 Sept 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Iosif Claudiu

27 Aug 2024

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

26 Aug 2024

Disliked: Staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Travelled with family and small children

26 Aug 2024

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

26 Aug 2024

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

21 Aug 2024

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

19 Aug 2024

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