The Generator London, London
37 Tavistock Place, Russell Square, London, WC1H 9SE
Guest Rating: 
3.2 / 5
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About the hotel
The UK's largest, liveliest and funkiest hostel is located in the centre of London, and is the perfect place to meet other backpackers from all over the world.
Centrally located near Russell Square Tube station, the hostel offers 800 beds in private twin, triple, quad and 5-bed rooms, all with a washbasin. A free 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, with drinks at great discounted prices. There are also 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 also has an internet cafe, a lounge area and a games room with pool tables, all open 24 hours.
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.
Hotel Facilities
General
- Family Rooms,
- Luggage Storage,
- Restaurant,
- Express Check-In/Check-Out,
- Heating,
- Non-Smoking Rooms,
- Bar,
- Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests,
- All Public and Private spaces non-smoking,
- Elevator,
- Designated Smoking Area,
- 24-Hour Front Desk,
- Gay Friendly.
Activities
- Games Room,
- Karaoke,
- Billiards.
Services
- Souvenirs/Gift Shop,
- Airport Shuttle,
- Tour Desk,
- Fax/Photocopying,
- Business Centre,
- ATM/Cash Machine on site,
- Internet Services,
- Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN,
- Laundry,
- Packed Lunches.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 14:00 hours until 24/24 hours.
- You must check out by 10:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is included.
Parking
No parking available.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Children and extra beds
Children older than 18 years are welcome. There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
Cards accepted at the hotel
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- Master Card.
Reserve online using
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- Master Card,
- American Express.
Important Information
We do not accept American Express!
All the rooms at The Generator are non-smoking. However, we have smoking and non-smoking areas throughout the hostel. ALL group bookings over 10 people need to contact us once they have booked rooms, as we require FULL PAYMENT 1 month before the arrival to avoid cancellation. We do not accept group bookings with students under the age of 18 years old. Sorry, we do not allow animals EXCEPT guide/hearing dogs.
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.
Twin (2) Private Room more info
This room have been newly decorated and now consists of a bunk-beds, 2 lockers, a washbasin, a small table and chairs, and laminated flooring
Amenities:
- Heating.
Triple (3) Private Room more info
This room consists of a single bed, a bunk-bed and a washbasin.
Amenities:
- Heating.
Quad (4) Private Room more info
This room consists of 2 bunk-beds, 4 lockers and a washbasin.
Amenities:
- Heating.
6 Bed Private more info
This room consists of 3 bunk-beds, 6 lockers and a washbasin.
Amenities:
- Heating.
1 Bed in a 8-Bed Mixed Shared Dorm more info
This room consists of 4 bunk-beds, 8 lockers and a washbasin.
Amenities:
- Heating.
1 Bed in a 4-Bed Mixed Shared Dorm more info
This room consists of 2 bunk-beds, 4 lockers and a washbasin.
Amenities:
- Heating.
Directions
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.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation