In central London in the vibrant area of Bloomsbury, this large, vibrant hostel is near Russell Square Tube Station. The Generator has an internet cafe, a lounge and a games 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 en suite bathoom. There is a friendly, cosmopolitan atmosphere. A free walking tour of the city is available.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Generator Hostels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of London, this property has an excellent location score of 8.7

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 bunk beds
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.0
Facilities
7.0
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
6.9
Value for money
7.3
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
7.6
Low score for London
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Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days

  • Are sheets and towels included?

    Hello, The bed linen is included and the towels you can rent at £4.00 a piece at our travelshop. Regards Generator London
    Answered on 6 September 2019
  • Hii!! What’s the check-in time limit? My flight is late at night and I would arrive around 2 am.

    Hi, check in is between 2pm and 4am. Thank you
    Answered on 28 June 2022
  • Hello, How much place do I have for luggage storage? Thanks for help!

    Hi there, we have a locker under every bed in our dormitories. The locker's size is: 27x66x81.
    Answered on 30 March 2021
  • Is this 8£ per item in a storage room and valid 24 hours not depending of your arrival and departure time?

    Hello, Yes, the lockers are available 24 hours for £8 or £2 per hour. Kind regards, Generator Team
    Answered on 2 October 2019
  • Will you provide transportation from airport to the hotel

    Hello, We can organise a shuttle transfer for you, our reception is available 24hours a day to arrange this for guests. Kind regards, Generator London.
    Answered on 26 October 2019
  • Hi, i would like to book a bed in 4-bed dorm! Could u plz tell if its a female only dorm?

    Hello, Our 4 bed dorms are mixed however we have female only dorms of 8, 10 or 12 people.
    Answered on 1 January 2020
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Generator London

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lift
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Karaoke
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Games room
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • 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
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
    Additional charge
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • Bulgarian
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • Portuguese
  • Romanian

House rules
Generator London takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 5 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

GROUP POLICY: Any reservation of 10 people or more per night will be considered a group with different terms and conditions. Groups reservations can only be made through our reservations team, and Generator reserves the right to cancel it otherwise.

AGE RESTRICTIONS: Individuals under the age of 18 can only stay at the Hostel when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian in the same room.

The room must be private.

Unaccompanied under 18's are not allowed to stay in shared rooms, unless they are part of a group that has booked out the entire shared room. The group leader must provide the required documentation to Generator. Failure to comply with these policies will result in automatic cancellation of the booking with no refund. Guests violating these rules will not be permitted to check into the Hostel.

PET POLICY: We would welcome a dog on property but only when staying in a private room, and subject to a fee per dog per Stay. Only Dog under 30lbs/14kg

Kindly note food purchased outside the hostel cannot be brought in or consumed in Generator Hostel London.

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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

  • Generator London is 1.3 miles from the centre of London. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Generator London may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Generator London can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet

  • Check-in at Generator London is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Generator London offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Karaoke
    • Evening entertainment
    • Happy hour
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live music/performance
    • Nightclub/DJ