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Generator London

A reception area with a wooden counter, a digital information board, and a luggage store sign.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a digital information board, a smiling emoji, and a 'hello' sign.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a coffee machine.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Bar
Laundry room

includes taxes & fees

29 July - 30 July

Explore the area

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

Place, Cartwright Gardens
‪2 min walk‬
Place, Coram's Fields and the Harmsworth Memorial Playground
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Brunswick Centre
‪3 min walk‬
Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
‪74 min drive‬

Room options

A room with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Good

9 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Single Bunk Bed
Free Wi-Fi

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a kitchenette.

Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

Good

8 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Single Bunk Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Private Room

26 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Single Bunk Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

Good

8 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed
Free Wi-Fi

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

26 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Excellent

24 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed
Free Wi-Fi

A room with a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Twin

11 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds
Free Wi-Fi

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

26 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
3 Single Bunk Beds
Free Wi-Fi

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

28 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 8
4 Single Bunk Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

26 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed
Free Wi-Fi

A room with a bed, a desk, and a shower area.

Superior King

11 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

About the area

London

At Generator London you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like The British Museum and Russell Square. 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 30-minute walk of this London City Centre hostel include Leicester Square and Oxford Street.

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What's nearby

Cartwright Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
The Dairy Art Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Coram's Fields and the Harmsworth Memorial Playground - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
The Foundling Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Brunswick Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 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

‪TA’MINI Lebanese Bakery - ‬1 min walk
‪The Marquis Cornwallis - ‬3 min walk
‪Sandwich Street Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
‪Slim Chickens - ‬4 min walk
‪Lord John Russell - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Generator London

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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Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Air-conditioning
Breakfast available

includes taxes & fees

26 July - 27 July

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
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
Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
Non-plastic drinking straws available
Reception hall
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Some LED lighting used
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
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: 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 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

Generator Hostel

Generator Hostel London

Generator London

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Hostel Generator

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London Generator

London Generator Hostel

London Hostel Generator

Generator Hostel London England

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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 29 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator London on 29 July 2026 start from AU$144, 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

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

staff friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

Generator London

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6 Bed Private Room

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Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

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1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

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

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Twin

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6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

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8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

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

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Superior King

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About the area

London

What's nearby

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Restaurants

About this property

Generator London

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Guest services

Accessibility

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Room amenities

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Important information

Optional extras

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Frequently asked questions

Generator London Reviews

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7.0/10

7.6/10

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6.8/10

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Joshua

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