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Generator London

2.0 star property
Hostel near The British Museum in London

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Reception
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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping

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37 Tavistock Place, Russel Square, London, England, WC1H 9SE
  • Russell Square
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • University College London
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • The British Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 26.0 sq m
  • 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)

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Private Room

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Superior King

Superior King

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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The price is CA $140
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About the area

London

London City Centre stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this London City Centre hostel, you'll find The British Museum and Russell Square. Covent Garden Market and Leicester Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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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 City Airport (LCY) - 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 in London
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.

  • 214 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Shower

More

  • 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 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 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.

Property 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: 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

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
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 onsite 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 each 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 London Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

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7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok for cheap and a bed to sleep in
Look a while to check in. Only one person on the desk and they were on the phone. The lobby is really hot and no air conditioning. Bathroom was dirty. The sink in the room was dripping all night. Taps are great. But good mattress and it isn't too loud at all. The social area seems good. Coffee is good. Lifts were out of service when checking out which wasn't fun. And some vending machines not working. But good price for private room. You get what you pay for
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alicia

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

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

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with group
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

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

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