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Generator London

Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to Russell Square

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk
Laundry
Housekeeping
Pet-friendly

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

Place, Russell Square
‪4 min walk‬
Place, The British Museum
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Piccadilly Circus
‪5 min drive‬
Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Good

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

9 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

Good

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

8 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds

6 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

Good

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

8 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Excellent

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

24 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Twin

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

11 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

28 sq m
Sleeps 8
4 Twin Bunk Beds

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

Superior King

Highlights

Heating

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

11 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin Room With Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2

Superior King Room Ensuite

Sleeps 2

Private 6-bed Room Private Bathroom

Sleeps 6

Bed In Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom (Mixed Gender)

Sleeps 1

Private 8 Beds Room with Private Bathrooms

Sleeps 8

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 1

Bed In Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Female Only)

Sleeps 1

Bed In Large Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Mixed Gender)

Sleeps 1

Bed In Medium Dorm - Ensuite

Sleeps 1

Private 8 Bed Female Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 8

Private 8 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 8

Private 12 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 12

Private 10 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 10

Private 6 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 6

Private 13 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 13

Private 4 Beds Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 4

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2

About the area

London

At Generator London you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Russell Square and University College London. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, a nightclub and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this London City Centre hostel include The British Museum and Tottenham Court Road.

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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 (LCY-London City) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Marquis Cornwallis - ‬3 min walk
‪TA’MINI Lebanese Bakery - ‬1 min walk
‪Lord John Russell - ‬1 min walk
‪Gourmet Burger Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
‪Store St Espresso - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Generator London

Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to Russell Square

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.

214 guestrooms or units

6 levels

Nightclub

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Express check-out

Staff members are multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Front desk safe

Tour and ticket information

Games room or arcade

Pool or billiards table

Gift shop

Television in lobby

Lift

Smoking in designated areas

Water dispenser

Locker space

Bar or lounge

Dining venue

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.

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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Business services
Housekeeping

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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)

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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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: 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

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

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 on-site 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 all 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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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Generator London?

Generator London offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Generator London?

As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator London on 2 Nov 2025 start from AU$157.89, including 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.

Does Generator London serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Generator London?

No, Generator London does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Generator London?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Generator London?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Generator London Reviews

7.2

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Victor

30 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Travelled with family

11 Aug 2025

Disliked: Amenities

Beds were comfortable, showers were shocking

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khaled

17 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice place and safe area

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jorda

15 July 2025

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group

15 July 2025

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

Everything good, showers need work though.

I've stayed here multiple times now. It's very clean, comfortable and just what I needed for 1 night's stay. The showers could do with being fixed up, especially the locks on the doors also.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eloheem

14 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

13 July 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lewis

Travelled with group

9 July 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Get what you pay for.

For a budget hotel you get budget rooms. But they are very noisy, very warm and ours just smelled of damp/ sewerage from the drain. Was rather unpleasant but for one night it served a basic purpose. Not much sleep was had because of how warm the room is. Rather disappointed during summer there’s not cooling facilities like a fan etc. especially when it’s 30c out during the day.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

8 July 2025

Liked: Amenities

Great value for money.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

James

7 July 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Freddie

6 July 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nathaneal

6 July 2025

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

Very nice

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

5 July 2025

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

Never again

Just awful. 33 degrees no air conditioning or even a fan the room (and most of hotel) felt like a sauna. No clear indications of where showers were and bathrooms and showers were always in less than clean conditions. For summer weather this was not the place for us and wouldn’t stay again at anytime of year.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nathan

2 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

First timer

The check in was a complete nightmare as they couldn’t find my reservation, the member of staff on check in was awesome though and got it sorted eventually, I was just so tired I needed to get to bed 😂. This was my first hostel experience ever so was a bit eye opening and I was a bit worried about trying to make up my bed while others were sleeping but by the time I’d woke up they had already gone so I wasn’t made aware if I’d caused disturbance. I would stay again though if needed

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 July 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Danna

2 July 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hostel did not look the same as shown in the picture. Went last week of June & the weather was very hot that time & rooms did not have air conditioning at all. They only offered a fan which was not really helpful. They have a communal bathroom that looks very old with poor maintainance, water leaks & stuffy bathrooms.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mustafa Zahid

25 June 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

23 June 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

23 June 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Buffet breakfast is definitely worth it if you pay in advance for £7.50, or £9.50 on the day. Most staff were nice and helpful and understanding. Lucked out staying here on a warm weather weekend though - the rooms have poor to no ventilation due to small openings in windows, no cross flow, no dedicated fans in each room, and no aircon. First day was 33 celsius so the room was an absolute stiffling sweatbox making for very poor sleeping conditions. Took 36 hours to finally get a fan in the room but it did little to help reduce the temperature even though the outdoor temperature dropped over the three days to below 20 celsius. The room remained very hot. In winter I'm sure the place is nice and cozy but on proper summer days beware, or ask for a lower level room because you can feel the heat increase each floor you go up. Bathrooms and showers on some levels are questionnable, no hooks or shelves, cramped width and height. Only one lift in the building which was broken during a peak period. The place gets pretty lively at the bar so can be good for sociability when the adults outnumber the students. Luggage lockers sting a bit, £2 two hours, £6 six hours, £8 hours. Late checkout to 1pm £5, so consider your plans so you dont get stung for both.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Monica

23 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Room comfort

How did they survive COVID?

While the beds were very comfortable, the lack of airflow in the rooms was stifleing. The windows only open 2 " and the fan's they use produce almost no air. Luckily someone else had pushed the wi dow through the track, so it was easily wide ed and we put the fan in the wi dow, upside down to get a mediocre, but life saving air flow.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jorda

23 June 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar Arturo

Travelled with group

22 June 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

naeem

Travelled with group

22 June 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The elevator was broken for 3 days. 2 of the 5 showers on the floor that we stayed on were broken. The room had no airflow and was like 28 degrees inside during the night. I would never stay here agian.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

22 June 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casaundra

19 June 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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