Hostel Generator London
37 Tavistock Place, Russell Square, Camden, London, WC1H 9SE, United Kingdom – Great location - show map – Subway Access
Cool and clean seems like a party house when no COVID
United KingdomEverything you need is in house. Everyone is helpful and nice. Bathrooms were quite clean considering it's a hostel.
TaiwanThe room is clean with comfortable bed , The hotel near supermarket and have many restaurant.
ThailandVery good location, nice atmosphere and good service. Good cost benefit being in London.
FranceI would say the most memorable thing is the staff is very friendly and made me feel like home ..
PakistanThe lobby/bar area was really nice and modern. The mattresses weren’t horrible, pretty good actually for what they are. The rooms were also fine. We stayed in a private room but if we were with strangers, it would have been VERY cramped.
United States of AmericaThe staff was so friendly. Common areas were a perfect area to get to know everyone and enjoy some time having food or a drink. Beds were comfortable and rooms were set up well. The location was amazing!! Felt safe being a female solo traveler walking alone
United States of AmericaThe location is great, very close to King’s Cross / St. Pancras stations. The room was clean.
ArgentinaBeds were nice, the common areas were clean, staff friendly enough
United States of AmericaGreat location, nice decoration and overall good vibe.
Netherlands
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Andropetre
United Kingdom
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Sam
Taiwan
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A
Thailand
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Gian
France
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Owais
Pakistan
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Miranda
United States of America
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Chelsey
United States of America
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Sebastian
Argentina
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Mkee379
United States of America
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Rafael
Netherlands
Stay in the heart of London – Great location - show map
In in the vibrant area of Bloomsbury, this large, vibrant hostel is near . The Generator has an internet cafe, a and a game room with pool tables.
The famous Generator Bar has special deals on meals and drinks every night. Entertainment includes karaoke, a live DJ and free movies.
The Generator has dormitory-style shared and private rooms with a private bathroom. There is a , cosmopolitan .
A free of the city is available.
This is our guests' favorite part of London, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Located in the real heart of London, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8!
Breakfast Info
Continental
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Private 3 bed Room - Shared Bathroom
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Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathrooms
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| Max adults: 6. Max children: 4 |
6 Bed Private Room with Shared Bathroom
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1 Bed in a 8-Bed Mixed Shared Dorm
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Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Shared Bathrooms
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1 Bed in a 6-Bed Mixed Shared Dorm
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Bed in 10 + Mixed Dormitory Room
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| Max adults: 8. Max children: 4 |
8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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| Max adults: 6. Max children: 4 |
6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
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| Max adults: 8. Max children: 4 |
8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
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- Some guests complained about the reception
- Some guests said the staff wasn't really helpful with solving problems
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- Some guests said the room amenities could be improved
- Guests said the kitchen facilities could be improved
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- Some guests complained about the housekeeping
- Some guest said the bathroom wasn't clean
- Some guests noted that the bed and linens weren't very clean
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- Some guests didn't like the shower
- Some guests said in-room temperature could be improved
- Some guests said the rooms were noisy
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- Guests appreciated the convenient location
- Some guests said extra charges may apply
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- Guests said the public transit was good
- Guests enjoyed the central location
- Guests enjoyed the food and drink options nearby
See what guests loved the most:
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Andropetre
United Kingdom“Cool and clean seems like a party house when no COVID”
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Sam
Taiwan“Everything you need is in house. Everyone is helpful and nice. Bathrooms were quite clean considering it's a hostel. ”
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A
Thailand“The room is clean with comfortable bed , The hotel near supermarket and have many restaurant.”
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Gian
France“Very good location, nice atmosphere and good service. Good cost benefit being in London.”
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Owais
Pakistan“I would say the most memorable thing is the staff is very friendly and made me feel like home ..”
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Miranda
United States of America“The lobby/bar area was really nice and modern. The mattresses weren’t horrible, pretty good actually for what they are. The rooms were also fine. We stayed in a private room but if we were with strangers, it would have been VERY cramped.”
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Chelsey
United States of America
“The staff was so friendly. Common areas were a perfect area to get to know everyone and enjoy some time having food or a drink. Beds were comfortable and rooms were set up well. The location was amazing!! Felt safe being a female solo traveler walking alone” Read more
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Sebastian
Argentina“The location is great, very close to King’s Cross / St. Pancras stations. The room was clean.”
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Mkee379
United States of America
“Beds were nice, the common areas were clean, staff friendly enough”
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Rafael
Netherlands“Great location, nice decoration and overall good vibe.”
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About Generator London
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The Brunswick0.1 miles
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BMA House0.2 miles
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The Place0.2 miles
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British Library0.2 miles
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Tavistock Square0.3 miles
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Gordon Square0.3 miles
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Bloomsbury0.3 miles
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University of London0.3 miles
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Euston Train Station0.4 miles
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Piccadilly Circus1.2 miles
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Trafalgar Square1.2 miles
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London Eye1.6 miles
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Big Ben1.8 miles
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Houses of Parliament1.8 miles
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Buckingham Palace1.9 miles
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Tower of London2.4 miles
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O2 Arena5.7 miles
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Wembley Stadium7 miles
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Subway Russell Square Tube Station0.2 miles
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Train St Pancras Train Station0.3 miles
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London City Airport7.7 miles
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London Heathrow Airport14.6 miles
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London Gatwick Airport25.5 miles
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Amenities of Generator London
Most popular amenities
Services & Extras
- Tickets to shows/attractions Additional charge
Pets
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Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
- Live music/Performance
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Happy hour
- Walking tours
- Bar crawls Additional charge
- Evening entertainment
- Nightclub/DJ
- Karaoke
- Pool table Additional charge
- Game room
Food & Drink
- On-site coffee shop
- Chocolate/Cookies Additional charge
- Bottle of water Additional charge
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Street parking
Parking options available
Transportation
- Public transit tickets Additional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage Additional charge
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Safe Additional charge
General
- Shuttle service
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Gift shop
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Bathroom emergency cord
- Lowered sink
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
- Bulgarian
- German
- English
- Spanish
- Italian
- Portuguese
- Romanian
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This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Option to reuse towels
- Tours and activities organized by local guides and businesses
- Bicycle rental
- Bicycle parking
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 5 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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Crib by request
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Free |
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking for more than 10 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Generator London accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
- Your booking will be considered a group booking if includes 10 or more people.
- The hostel will contact guests after booking.
Kindly note food purchased outside the hostel cannot be brought in or consumed in Generator Hostel London.
Valid photo ID is required for check in - passport or drivers license only.
Guests who are under 18 and traveling without an adult must bring a completed Parental Consent Form and a copy of the signing parent’s ID in order to stay in a private room. Additionally, guests under 18 can only stay in dorms if they are part of a group that has booked out the entire dorm room and each member has the required documentation outlined above.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about Generator London
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Generator London (subject to availability):
- Street parking
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The prices at Generator London may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Generator London is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Generator London offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Pool table
- Game room
- Karaoke
- Evening entertainment
- Walking tours
- Live music/Performance
- Tour or class about local culture
- Nightclub/DJ
- Bar crawls
- Happy hour
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Generator London is 1.3 miles from the center of London.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Generator London by:
- Subway/Metro 1h
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Guests staying at Generator London can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.9).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- À la carte