The Generator London

The UK's largest, liveliest and funkiest hostel is in Central London, near Russell Square Tube Station. It the perfect place to meet other backpackers from across the world.

'Best Budget Accommodation in London 2009' as voted by Visit London.

The hostel has private twin, triple, quad and 5-bed rooms, all with a washbasin. Continental breakfast and bed linen is included. You can also enjoy free hot showers 24 hours a day.

Party the night away in the famous Generator Bar. Happy hour is from 18:00 to 21:00, and there are special deals on meals and drinks every night. There are events every night: karaoke on Thursdays, a live DJ on Saturdays and free movies on Wednesdays and Sundays.

The Generator has an internet cafe, a lounge and a games room with pool tables, all open 24 hours.

A free walking tour of the city is also available (see below for details).

Rooms: 217

Availability

Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – 24-Hour Front Desk – Non-Smoking Rooms – Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests – Family Rooms – Elevator – Express Check-In/Check-Out – Heating – Luggage Storage – Gay Friendly – All Public and Private spaces non-smoking – Designated Smoking Area

Activities

Games Room – Billiards – Karaoke

Services

Airport Shuttle – Business Centre – Laundry – Souvenirs/Gift Shop – Packed Lunches – Tour Desk – Fax/Photocopying – ATM/Cash Machine on site

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas and costs GBP 1.50 per hour.

Wired internet is available in public areas and costs GBP 1.50 per hour.

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Hotel information

The Generator offers a free walking tour of London, which allows everyone, no matter of budget, to fully discover the most visited city in Europe. The expert guides will share their personal stories and insights during this intriguing, 3.5 hour English-language overview walking tour. This is not for group bookings.

Room information

The hostel has over 800 beds, which includes shared and private rooms. The rooms are all single bunk beds and the bathrooms are shared facilities located on each floor. Bed linen is included.

The rooms are all dormitory style rooms with the smallest room having 2 bed and the largest having 8 beds. They are all bunk beds with a wash basin in each room and a locker provided for each bed.

Travel information

By public transport: Take the Piccadilly Line Underground to Russell Square. From there cross over the road onto Marchmont Street, walk to the traffic lights and turn right onto Tavistock Place. At number 37 Tavistock Place turn down into Compton Place - the Generator is at the end. You can also walk to us from King's Cross and Euston stations. Please email us if you would like further directions.

Important information

American Express Cards:
If you reserve a room at this hotel using an American Express card, please note that you must arrive by 16:00. If you have not arrived by this time, The Generator will release and re-sell the room.

Smoking Policy:
All the rooms at The Generator are non-smoking. However, there are smoking and non-smoking public areas in the hostel.

Check-In
All guests will require proof-of-age photo ID upon check-in.

Group Bookings:
Your booking will be considered a group booking if includes 20 or more people. Once you have booked your rooms you will need to contact The Generator via email or telephone to confirm the exact age of your party (groups under 18 years of age are not accepted). You will also need to pay the entire cost of the reservation at least 1 month before arrival. Late payment will result in the rooms being re-sold by The Generator.

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Making your reservation

Making your reservation is easy and safe. Fill out your dates of stay below and submit the form. Select a room. Then press the book now button. Subsequently the reservation form appears and you have to confirm your booking. We will then send you an instant confirmation message by email.