Generator London

2.0 star property

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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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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

Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Twin

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

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

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

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

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

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

6 Bed Private Room

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

Superior King

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Large Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

Private 6 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 6

Private 6-bed Room Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 6

Bed In Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

Superior King Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Private 4 Beds Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

Private 13 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 13

Private 10 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 10

Private 8 Beds Room with Private Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 8

Private 8 Bed Female Room With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 8

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Bed In Medium Dorm - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Private 8 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 8

Private 12 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 12

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About this property

Generator London

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/games room are on-site.
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.
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 such as 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
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Russell Square and University College London
  • 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/games 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 at the weekend from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises 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 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)

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 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
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

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

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 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
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 at the property. 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 any questions, 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

Generator Hostel
Generator Hostel London
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London Generator
London Generator Hostel
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Generator Hostel London England
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Generator London Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 243 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 363 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 115 out of 1006 reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Brittani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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💜
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness
I like the location and the quality of the beds and pillows at Generator London. Unfortunately I seem to have had a bit of a difficulty finding the washroom on the second floor and had to go around the entire floor once before I found it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very busy hostel . The vibe is really friendly and fun. The rooms are very modern but a bit small. The breakfast is amazing and the staff are great . The self check in is a little bit confusing at first but there are staff to help.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Frederic

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The tap in the room was leaky, didnt drain and the cold water didnt work well. Loud groups gathered in the halls(4th floor) late at night (11:30pm). Multiple showers couldn't be locked.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Changez Khan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Fakheem

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lucas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Muhammad

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rawle

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yeah sure
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Majid

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

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

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Sebastian, Dublin

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

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

Travelled with family
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