Generator Hostel London  

The staff of the hostel were overall quite friendly and very helpful, especially the younger lad on the door outside. He was really welcoming and helped us throughout our stay with any queries we had and even with our bags when we were departing. The location was really fantastic and the area was really nice. The noise in the evening was actually quite low, mostly we could hear the faint sound of music from the bar-which is to be expected and did not bother us too much. Any noise such as people talking , either inside or outside was quickly stopped and therefore posed no major problems. I would definitely recommend it to my other friends and to plan to stay there again on my next trip to London.

The only issue I had was with the showers. I felt that they needed a waterproof box or container inside them. This would allow for a more easy stress free shower. On my first night of taking a shower I left my belongings (just jeans and a tshirt) along the walls outside the showers- along side everyone else's belongings. However I came out and my belongings had been moved and the change in my jean pockets was gone. It wasn't very much just 1 or two pounds but it made me feel distrustful of other guests. I think some sort of container inside the shower could prevent these issues.

easy to find , clean and friendly, suited my needs for a one night stay.

The staff was very friendly and helpful if where to catch buses and how to get around the city !

The rooms were tiny! There was 4 of us in a room and with everyones luggage our stuff was on top of each others stuff- kind of annoying when u get home at night ands roommate is sleeping and u got to look for ur stuff

Lodging in London is very expensive in general, we realize that. We were looking for cheap lodging and chose Generator based mainly on reviews. We paid more than we wanted to, but we did not receive value or comfort. The lift worked only intermittently. With large luggage, and a multi-story building, a working lift is essential. The room was small and cramped. As a family of 4 adults, we had to take turns stepping out of the room to allow others to unpack and get dressed. Thankfully we were not bunked with strangers. We wanted a location close to Kings' Cross & St Pancras stations. While not far, it was still a good 10-15 minute walk with luggage. We never would have found it if we hadn't used a taxi when we first arrived. On arrival at the building, you must climb a significant number of stairs to reach the entrance. There is a wheelchair entrance but you must contact the front desk, which we did. Use is strictly limited to persons with wheelchairs only! A senior with a cane, sore back, and large luggage must use the stairs. All in all, a crappy place to stay in London. The other place we stayed in London a couple weeks later was miserable too. Are we bad at picking them, or is this something common to London?

It is five mins walk to train station and not far away from British Museum. Staff are nice. There is tap in the room.

Second day, toilet goes bad, and third day, no hot water.

The staff are very helpful and friendly, and are always ready to help out with whatever you may need or ask for. The hostel is generally a good place to meet fellow travelers and socialize with other people. The showers are good and clean, the beds are clean and comfortable. The breakfast isn't spectacular but there's always enough food for everyone. Food is clean and it tastes good. All in all my stay there was very good and I had a great time. I would recommend and would definitely stay there again next time I'm in London.

The wifi lounge/area tends to get a little bit crowded and that's they only place you can charge your mobile phone. There should be power outlets in the rooms, it would make it a lot easier.

Great value for money. Stayed at a private 6-bed room with comfortable space and beds. Excellent security with guards 24h. Very professional. Friendly neighbourhood, little noise.

Not included breakfast. For 4,5 pounds sterling it was not very good value for money. Some showers were out of order.

It's a hostel...one of the biggest in London...So you get what you paid for! Great location and staff, good price and a very spacious double room.

Well organised and safe hostel.

Unfortunately, there is a small towel not included for our bed. Instead of numbering the beds would be a good towel next time:-) don't forget home your padlock !

The crew were very helpful. The tourist people were nice. The infrastructure has internet, good shower and pub.

Really cheap bed in central london, really can't complain. Also a team of securities were constantly at the front door, really friendly and helpful, as well as making you feel safe!

Only one big shower room at the end of the corridor, quite far away from my room and so have to bring everything with me to take a shower if I don't want to wake down the long corridor with a towel. There is also a lack of rack to hang up dry clothings in the shower area...

The hostel is very systematic. Everywhere are so clean. Common areas are spacious, lots of socket for people to charge the gadgets :) Save luggage room (with lock). Shower room is clean!

The walls are quite thin so it'd be a bit noisy if you are a absolutely no-noise sleeper.