Generator London
3 stars
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Generator London

3 stars
37 Tavistock Place, Russell Square, London, WC1H 9SE
6.9
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8716 reviews
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Overview

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 aBooking.com
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.Booking.com
6.9
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Based on 8716 verified guest reviews

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Sat 12/13
Sun 12/14

The neighborhood - Camden

37 Tavistock Place, Russell Square, London, WC1H 9SE

What's nearby

  • Cartwright Gardens3 min walk
  • Tavistock Square Gardens5 min walk
  • Russell Square Tube Station5 min walk
  • Pullman London St Pancras Hotel5 min walk
  • UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health7 min walk
  • University of London7 min walk
  • Y Touring Theatre Company3 min walk
  • Foundling Museum5 min walk
  • The Place5 min walk
  • Shaw Theatre6 min walk
  • British Library7 min walk
  • British Library Sound Archive7 min walk

Reviews

6.9
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8716 verified ratings
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866
Mediocre
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Summary of reviews

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Guests appreciated the great location and comfortable beds of the hostel, with many mentioning the convenience of nearby transport options. However, there were consistent complaints about cleanliness and service quality, with several guests noting issues with staff friendliness and maintenance of facilities.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
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9.0
Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2025
Pros (+) Once again, an excellent stay at the Generator . I come here quite regularly whenever in the immediate vicinity. Very comfortable, clean hostel with very good facilities in the heart of London whilst still nestling in a fairly quiet residential area. Spacious dorm with more than adequate storage locker under each bed. Washing machine available. This hostel provides a truly top of the range, self s...
Cons (-) All good.
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8.0
Very good
Rodrigo, Dec 2025
Pros (+) The location is good. The room and beds are fine. We also got a free pizza in the wheel of prizes. We were lucky as our room was very calm and clean.
Cons (-) There is no free breakfast and the shower room is not very clean. Very typical in a hostel to be honest!
5.0
Fair
Javier, Dec 2025
Pros (+) The location is convenient, nearby Train stations to transfer from/to the airport, walking tot the city centre or two underground stations nearby (5-10min walking).
Cons (-) For a Generator Hostel, the overall quality and cleanliness of the building was poor. In addition, several staff members were not friendly nor very helpful. First time ever happened at a Generator Hostel (and I have stayed for years in several countries).b
4.8
Mediocre
Anonymous, Dec 2025
Service and location are fine, but the room is incredibly small compared to picture and the hygiene of beddings is terrible. I got flea bite and itched through my whole trip during UK!!
5.6
Fair
Anonymous, Dec 2025
Service and location are fine, but the hygiene of beddings is terrible. I got flea bite and itched through my whole trip during UK!!
5.2
Fair
Anonymous, Dec 2025
Service and location are fine, but the hygiene of beddings is terrible. I got flea bite and itched through my whole trip during UK!!
10
Wonderful
Ibrahim, Dec 2025
Pros (+) Great hostel ger was a great host. Lovely vibes.
10
Wonderful
Ibrahim, Dec 2025
Pros (+) Great hostel aedan was a great bartender. Will definitely come again
8.0
Very good
Sarah, Dec 2025
Pros (+) Privacy in dormroon bunk bed, staff was nice, bathroom was clean, good food. A lot of space for luggage in the lockers
6.0
Okay
Lotte, Dec 2025
Pros (+) The room smelled freshly cleaned, as did the sheets. The bedding was comfortable.
Cons (-) Everything in this hotel needs a maintenance update. The plaster in the room was falling off, grouting of the tiles was completely discolored, the lid of the toilet seat was broken, there were stains on the wall and floor. All things you don't fix by only cleaning.

Amenities

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Night club

Things to keep in mind

Check-in: From 2:00 pm
Check-out: Prior to 10:00 am
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