37 Tavistock Place, Russell Square
WC1H 9SE Londyn (Map)
Short description
The Generator is the UK's largest, liveliest and funkiest hostel located in the centre of London. With over 800 beds, it is the perfect place to meet other backpackers from all over the world.We do not accept group bookings with students under the age of 18 years old!
Centrally located near Russell Square Tube station, the hostel offers private twin, triples, quad and 5-bed rooms, all with a wash basin. A free continental breakfast is included for everybody, as are free bed linen and towels. You can also enjoy free hot showers 24 hours a day.
Party the night away in the famous Generator bar, which is open 18:00 to 02:00 every night. A free drink is offered for all arriving guests over 18 years old. Happy hour is 18:00 to 21:00, when all drinks are only 1.50 GBP. There are events every night, including karaoke on Thursdays and a live DJ on Saturdays. On Wednesdays and Sundays there are also free movies.
The Generator also has an internet café (approx 0.50 GBP for 10 minutes) and a lounge area and games room with pool tables, all open 24 hours.
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.
Tourists information
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.Remarks
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.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation Policy: 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.
Children and Extra Bed Policy: Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.
There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is included.
Internet: Wireless internet is available in public areas only and charges are applicable.
Meal Plan: Continental breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking: No parking available.
Pets: Pets are not allowed.
