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"I’m a solo female traveler and I enjoyed the cleanliness and safety this hostel provided. The staff were also kind and professional. " More

By a verified traveller on Tue 07 Dec 2021

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Hotel Description

Hostel near Russell Square in London

London City Centre stay

Within a 15-minute walk of this London City Centre hostel, you'll find Russell Square and The British Museum. Covent Garden Market and Leicester Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Nightclub, dining

A nightclub and a restaurant are featured at this hostel. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy perks like free WiFi. Express check-out, luggage storage, and locker space are also on offer.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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CA $91* Per night/room 31 Mar. - 1 Apr.

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

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8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

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Twin

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior King

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1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

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Generator London ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.7 out of 5 3.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 3.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Generator London

Everyone (2)
5 out of 5
I’m a solo female traveler and I enjoyed the cleanliness and safety this hostel provided. The staff were also kind and professional.

Posted by , from WASHINGTON on 7 Dec. 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

8 Dec. 2021 by Generator Team

Hi Renee, Full 5 out of 5!?!?! We will take it! Vibing some #genlove your way! We're really glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to see you soon in one of our locations!

1 out of 5
Great common area (bar, lounge, etc.); however, the rooms were extremely tiny and the showers were horrible! We didn't even have functioning showers on the 3rd floor floor, and there were only 4 extremely tiny stalls on the next floor. There were no hooks to hang clothes and no changing area. You literally had to carry all your belongings with you into the shower, which means it was impossible to keep dry. You couldn't even put your belongings on the floor since there were no drains in the stalls and all the water from the 4 stalls ran out into the common area. I've stayed in a lot of hostels, including a lot of third world countries, and this was the absolute worst shower setup I've ever seen. Generator should be embarrassed!

Posted by , from Austin, TX on 19 Dec. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

20 Dec. 2019 by Generator London

Hi there, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate your feedback. We ill make sure your comments are being passed back to the relevant teams. You can judge that for yourself if you give us another chance on your next trip. Kind regards, Reception Team

5 out of 5
on the whole the place is great. friendly staff very attentive. the showers were fine. i would definitely recommend. very modern atmosphere and a lively bar. easy to meet others. the breakfast was good and convenient but i would recommend getting a ticket in advance.

Posted by on 21 Jun. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Jun. 2019 by GenLon

Full 5 out of 5!?!?! We will take it! Vibing some #genlove your way!

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A nightclub, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Transport

  • Train station: London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) (1 km / 0.6 mi)
  • Metro station: Russell Square Underground Station (0.4 km / 0.2 mi)

Room Amenities

Generator London offers 214 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Heating

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property 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. Any other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.

To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.

Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 31 lbs 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
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

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 onsite 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, Eurocard, 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 each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Pets Allowed-Specific Rooms Only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Guests must provide a copy of their government-issued photo I.D. in advance
  • Humane animal treatment
  • Water dispenser use by guests actively encouraged

Fees

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: approximately GBP 7.90 for adults and 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.

Hotel Names

  • Generator Hostel
  • Generator Hostel London
  • Generator London
  • Generator London Hostel
  • Hostel Generator
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  • London Generator
  • London Generator Hostel
  • London Hostel Generator
  • Generator Hostel London England
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  • Generator London England

You should know

  • 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.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.