Generator London

Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to Russell Square

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

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.

Good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Bar
Housekeeping
Laundry
Pet-friendly

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Tomorrow

Sep 15 - Sep 16

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 28 of 28 rooms

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

Twin

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Pet friendly

Daily housekeeping

11 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

28 sq m
Sleeps 8
4 Twin Bunk Beds

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 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

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

6 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds

Superior King

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Pet friendly

Daily housekeeping

11 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Good

Highlights

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

Bed In Large Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Mixed Gender)

Sleeps 1

Private 6 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 6

Private 6-bed Room Private Bathroom

Sleeps 6

Bed In Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom (Mixed Gender)

Sleeps 1

Superior King Room Ensuite

Sleeps 2

Twin Room With Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2

Private 4 Beds Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 4

Private 13 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 13

Private 10 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 10

Private 8 Beds Room with Private Bathrooms

Sleeps 8

Private 8 Bed Female Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 8

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2

Bed In Medium Dorm - Ensuite

Sleeps 1

Bed In Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Female Only)

Sleeps 1

Private 8 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 8

Private 12 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 12

About the area

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 (LCY-London City) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Marquis of Cornwallis - ‬3 min walk
‪Slim Chickens - ‬3 min walk
‪TA’MINI Lebanese Bakery - ‬1 min walk
‪Half Cup - ‬5 min walk
‪Lord John Russell - ‬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/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
Tour/ticket information, ATM/banking services and a reception hall
Luggage storage, a gift shop and a front desk safe
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

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 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

Generator Hostel

Generator Hostel London

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Generator London Hostel

Hostel Generator

Hostel Generator London

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London Generator

London Generator Hostel

London Hostel Generator

Generator Hostel London England

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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 does it cost to stay at Generator London?

As of 14 Sept, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator London on 15 Oct, 2025 start from S$132.46, 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.

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