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Generator London

2.0 star property
Hostel with a nightclub, 6-minute walk to Russell Square

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Generator London, near Russell Square and Tottenham Court Road, offers an energetic atmosphere with a nightclub and arcade room. Guests enjoy dinner at the on-site restaurant and WiFi in their rooms. Previous visitors particularly appreciate the attentive, helpful staff.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Private Room

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 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)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • 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
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior King

Highlights

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

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Cartwright Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University College London - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Russell Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of London - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The British Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London (QQS-St. Pancras International Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marquis Cornwallis - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪TA’MINI Lebanese Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Project68 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Store St Espresso - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Generator London

Hostel near Russell Square
Close to The British Museum and Tottenham Court Road, Generator London provides a nightclub, an arcade/games 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 hire and express check-out
  • A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and a gift shop
  • Luggage storage, a TV in reception and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 214 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LED light bulbs, heating and daily housekeeping

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are 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 14 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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

  • 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)

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

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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 14 kg per pet. There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Generator London located?

Located in London City Centre, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Russell Square and The British Museum. Leicester Square and Oxford Street are also within 2 miles (3 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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