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Generator London

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

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Reception
Staircase
Reception
Lobby
Interior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

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

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6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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6 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Superior King

Superior King

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed In 6 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In Large Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Mixed Gender)

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Private 6 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

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Private 6-bed Room Private Bathroom

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Bed In Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom (Mixed Gender)

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Superior King Room Ensuite

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Twin Room With Private Bathroom

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Private 4 Beds Room with Shared Bathroom

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Private 13 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

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Private 10 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

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Private 8 Beds Room with Private Bathrooms

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Private 8 Bed Female Room With Shared Bathrooms

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

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Bed In Medium Dorm - Ensuite

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Bed In Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Female Only)

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Private 8 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 8

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Private 12 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 12

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About the area

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

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 City Airport (LCY) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marquis of Cornwallis - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪TA’MINI Lebanese Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lord John Russell - ‬1 min walk
  • Gourmet Burger Kitchen

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 water dispenser, an elevator, and multilingual staff
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • 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

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
Generator London
Generator London Hostel
Hostel Generator
Hostel Generator London
Hostel London Generator
London Generator
London Generator Hostel
London Hostel Generator
Generator Hostel London England
Generator Hostel London Hotel London
Generator London England

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 does it cost to stay at Generator London?

As of Aug 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator London on Sept 14, 2025 start from CA $111.49, excluding 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.

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. 243 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 363 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 114 out of 1005 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

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great if you are traveling in a large group and just need a place to crash!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kokil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful spot to explore London
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khaled

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and safe area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Giacinta

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Cheap, clean and fun to meet new people.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Amenities
Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kokil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good! Great vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had nice facilities to use as a base
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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

Aleksandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe great service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private rooms are great. Very clean and walkable distance from the tube.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hostel, excellent breakfast, pretty small shower area however
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nathaneal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Haitong

Liked: Cleanliness
The bed was clean and I do like the self check-in and fast check out. But the room was too warm in summer. The fan on the floor doesn’t help the upper bed at all. The room was quite small, only a weeny space between the two beds. The bathroom is quite far away from the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andi

Good vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 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

8/10 Good

Issei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very Convenient transport links. Clean bed room.But shower room was not good. I would like them to improve the shower room by adding a shelf.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jorda

Liked: Amenities
My stay this time around was an improvement over the last. The lift was working so I didn’t have to haul my luggage up multiple flights of stairs and my room was much more ventilated than the last. I still believe the hostel could benefit from a functional AC system as it does get very warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

6/10 Okay

Karmela

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
rooms were ok, if you mainly just wanted a place to sleep and convenient location this place is for you. beds were clean and there is a sink inside the room. more than half of the facilities outside of the room were out of order. in the womens washroom only 2/5 stalls were working/doors could actually close. 2/4 sinks were working.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Darius

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The employee who checked me in really must to be more friendly. I have been in 32 hostels and this check in was one of the worst. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Paolo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Position top
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

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

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