Generator London

2.0 star property
Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to Russell Square

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Reception
Reception
Exterior
Interior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 260
AED 312 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun

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Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

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

Twin

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

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Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

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Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

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Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

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Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

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Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

6 Bed Private Room

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Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Superior King

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

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In Large Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private 6 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Private 6-bed Room Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed In Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior King Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Private 4 Beds Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Private 13 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 13
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

Private 10 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

Private 8 Beds Room with Private Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Private 8 Bed Female Room With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In Medium Dorm - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private 8 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Private 12 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The British Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 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 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 Russell Square
Close to University College London and The British Museum, Generator London provides a nightclub, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and express check-out
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and a TV in the lobby
  • A reception hall, a vending machine, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 214 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LED light bulbs, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

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

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Property amenities

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 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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 organized 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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 31 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Property is also known as

Generator Hostel
Generator Hostel London
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Generator London Hostel
Hostel Generator
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London Generator
London Generator Hostel
London Hostel Generator
Generator Hostel London England
Generator Hostel London Hotel London
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Frequently asked questions

Is Generator London pet-friendly?

Yes, Generator London allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 31 lbs per pet. There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Generator London?

Generator London doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Generator London?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Generator London?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Generator London located?

Located in London City Centre, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Russell Square and University College London. The British Museum and Tottenham Court Road are also within 1 mi (2 km). Russell Square Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station is 10 minutes.

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Generator London Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 368 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 109 out of 1004 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

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for what it costs
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laarni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

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

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

Shaun

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

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

8/10 Good

emma

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

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff all friendly except one man at reception, but helped me. Good in result.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Favourite spot

Absolutely love generator. The only place i'm staying when i'm in London. It'll always be my favourite. Perfect location, great staff, comfy beds. Wish it was more privacy curtains in the bunks but other than that great.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 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

2/10 Terrible

Ana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is at a great location for a cheap price… but it’s cheap for a reason…

8/10 Good

Helen

Close by to everthing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good but not kitchen facility at all, place need to think about budget people need to eat and have to spend outside on at the restaurant into the hostel
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Patriciah

Nice location and convenient location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Oliver

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Great hostel for a mid 20’s crowd.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

shahrzad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great area and good stuffs
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geazi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Sebastian

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

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It was a nice place to stay due to location being near to the city centre and transportation is accessible
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this place is perfect, close to the metro station and by walk to covent garden, Leicester square and so on! The structure is so cool and well organized, the self check in is so easy, fast and comfortable The room also were really nice! It was my 3rd time in London and thanks to this place I loved it more
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024