Generator London

Hostel with restaurant, near The British Museum

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Dates

November 2025

13

December 2025

Generator London, located close to Russell Square and Tottenham Court Road, offers an energetic vibe with a nightclub and arcade/game room. Unwind with dinner at the on-site restaurant or connect over WiFi in your room. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Good

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Nightclub
Breakfast available
24-hour front desk
Arcade/game room
Front-desk safe
ATM/banking services
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff

Feel at home (4)

Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Elevator
Arcade/game room

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 13 - Nov 14

Tomorrow

Nov 14 - Nov 15

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 28 of 28 rooms

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Good

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

97 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private 4 bed Room - Shared Bathroom

Good

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

86 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds

6 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

280 sq ft
Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 4 bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

Good

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

86 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 Bed in a 6-Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

280 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in a 8-13 bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Excellent

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

258 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Twin

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Pet friendly

Daily housekeeping

118 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

6-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

280 sq ft
Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds

8-bed Private Dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

301 sq ft
Sleeps 8
4 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only (8-12 Beds) - shared bathroom facilities

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

280 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior King

Highlights

Heating

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Pet friendly

Daily housekeeping

118 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin Room With Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2

Superior King Room Ensuite

Sleeps 2

Private 6-bed Room Private Bathroom

Sleeps 6

Bed In Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom (Mixed Gender)

Sleeps 1

Private 8 Beds Room with Private Bathrooms

Sleeps 8

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 1

Bed In Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Female Only)

Sleeps 1

Bed In Large Dorm With Shared Bathrooms (Mixed Gender)

Sleeps 1

Bed In Medium Dorm - Ensuite

Sleeps 1

Private 8 Bed Female Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 8

Private 8 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 8

Private 12 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 12

Private 10 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 10

Private 6 Bed Room With Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 6

Private 13 bed Room with Shared Bathrooms

Sleeps 13

Private 4 Beds Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 4

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2

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Pet friendly
Free WiFi
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking

$109 nightly

Nov 23 - Nov 24

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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 - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
Piccadilly Circus - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
Trafalgar Square - 7 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

London City Airport (LCY) - 44 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 55 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN) - 64 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 70 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 79 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 96 min drive
London (QQS-St. Pancras International Train Station) - 9 min walk
London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 10 min walk
St Pancras International Station - 10 min walk
Russell Square Underground Station - 4 min walk
King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 10 min walk
Euston Underground Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

‪The Marquis Cornwallis - ‬3 min walk
‪TA’MINI Lebanese Bakery - ‬1 min walk
‪Store St Espresso - ‬1 min walk
‪Nando's - ‬3 min walk
‪Lord John Russell - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Generator London

Generator London features a nightclub and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Russell Square. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, The British Museum and Leicester Square are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Russell Square Underground Station is 4 minutes and King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station is 10 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 214 rooms
- Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Express check-out available
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 31 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
- Pets must be supervised

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- No onsite parking

Other information

- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Water dispenser

What to do

Pool table
Discount at nearby fitness center
Bicycle rentals nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals

Facilities

ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
Nightclub
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Lockers available
Reception hall

Accessibility

Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

Heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries

Stay connected

Free WiFi

More

Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs

Special features

Dining

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 7.90 for adults and GBP 3.95 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Generator Hostel London

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London Generator

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Frequently asked questions

Does Generator London offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Generator London does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Generator London?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 31 lbs per pet. There's a charge 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.

Is parking offered on site at Generator London?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Generator London.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Generator London?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Generator London and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Enjoy amenities like a nightclub and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Generator London?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Generator London like?

Generator London is a short 4-minute walk from Russell Square Underground Station and 14 minutes' walk from The British Museum. Travelers love the hostel's prime location.