Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to Russell Square
A restaurant, a nightclub, and a bar/lounge are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and an arcade/game room are onsite.
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.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Generator London's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Russell Square. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.
Free WiFi
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
Amenities include a front-desk safe, locker space, and a gift shop
Onsite recreation includes bike rentals
Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the location
Within a 10-minute walk of Russell Square and University College London
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A nightclub, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Generator London.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this London hostel.
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.
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 7.90 for adults and GBP 3.95 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Billiards/pool table
Nightclub
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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6 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Double-glazed windows
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Reception hall
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Shower
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Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
LED lighting
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
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
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
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.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. 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.
We should mention
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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Generator London Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 238 out of 1006 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 1006 reviews
8 - Good
369
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1006 reviews
6 - Okay
192
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1006 reviews
4 - Poor
98
Rating 2 - Terrible. 109 out of 1006 reviews
2 - Terrible
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7.0/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Vanessa
6 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
They have no accessibility support for people, the women's bathroom are very thigh on both toilet area and shower, no hangers for stuff inside the washrooms. no space for hanging clothes or towels. the washrooms should have a layout like a gym with benches and space to hang things while you are using. Food, staff was good, cleanliness also good, good area/location
When we went into our room the window had been left open and the temperature of the room was around 10C. We couldn't adjust the thermostat. The front desk told us that they only turn on the heat for two hours during the day and three hours at night. The heat is not a boiler and is just a ceiling mount electric heater. The bathrooms were dirty and stunk. The room floor was sticky.
Place is at a great location for a cheap price… but it’s cheap for a reason…
Ana
8/10 Good
Antonio
31 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good but not kitchen facility at all, place need to think about budget people need to eat and have to spend outside on at the restaurant into the hostel
Antonio
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2025
4/10 Poor
Verified traveller
30 Jan 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
For kids and those not bothered about sleep
Geared towards school groups, university groups, kids out to party. Drumming and yelling and running around at 1100pm. Young teenagers wandering the corridors and down at the bar in pyjamas. Not good for a solo adult actually wanting to sleep. Rooms reasonably clean but stuffy and bit airless. Staff friendly and helpful though.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
4/10 Poor
Mohammed
26 Jan 2025
Mohammed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Helen
5 Jan 2025
Close by to everthing
Helen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Preety
4 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was average
Preety
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alex
20 Dec 2024
Alex
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
4/10 Poor
Blessing
18 Dec 2024
Liked: Staff & service
I Paid for a female only room and there was a male in the room. There was no hot water to shower either.
Blessing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
2/10 Terrible
Tristan
Business traveller
13 Dec 2024
I paid £175 for a room for one night. I had an early start this morning as my son has been admitted to Great Ormond Street Hospital. I tried to get my head down around 9pm, but the music was so so so loud it was impossible. At 10pm it was the same. At 11pm it was the same. At 00:00 it was the same. At around 00:30 I got dressed and checked out and slept in the car. I was on floor 3 in room 339. I will be expecting a full refund from the establishment, never, ever have I stayed in a hotel that I have been UNABLE to sleep in.
Tristan
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
2/10 Terrible
Leigh
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
We knew this was a budget stay before a trip away.
However…. It was incredibly loud. We were then given a room on the third floor (with two young children) and the lift was out of order.
Had to make your own bed but this was new to us for staying in a hostel.
Bathroom facilities were smelly and dirty.
To top it off the light genuinely wouldn’t switch off in our room so had no choice but to try and settle the children in a bright room. Told staff but they didn’t seem that bothered just saying oh no and thanks for letting them know. Would look at other budget options next time
Also quite a few steps up into the property, which isn’t convenient with heavy bags and a pushchair.
Look a while to check in. Only one person on the desk and they were on the phone. The lobby is really hot and no air conditioning. Bathroom was dirty. The sink in the room was dripping all night. Taps are great. But good mattress and it isn't too loud at all. The social area seems good. Coffee is good. Lifts were out of service when checking out which wasn't fun. And some vending machines not working. But good price for private room. You get what you pay for
Central location. Great vibe and facilities with luggage storage. Dorm was a bit squished but fine if you are only there to sleep. They could do with more staff at reception but I would still book again