Generator Hostel London - London

37 Tavistock Place/ Russel Square, London WC1 United Kingdom
Guest rating 6.4
(Neighbourhood average 6.7)
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6.4 overall guest rating
Average for the neighbourhood is 6.7
"small in space"
 by K from Hong Kong
The hotel is small in space of rooms, toilet and bathrooms are public and is outside the rooms, t...
10/11/2008
51.52624, -0.1233
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Overview

Location.

The Generator Hostel London is located in the centre of London, England, 700 metres from King's Cross station and 1.5 kilometres from the nightlife of Soho.

Hotel Features.

This six-storey hostel, decorated in bright colours, is aimed at backpackers and young travellers. There are 24-hour laundry facilities, an Internet room with high-speed Internet access, and a travel shop for booking tours and trips. Multilingual staff are available at the 24-hour front desk. A complimentary continental breakfast is provided daily. The Fuel Stop Restaurant serves dinner, including burgers, pizzas, salads and vegetarian dishes, at budget prices in a brightly decorated room. The Generator Bar is open until 2 a.m. nightly and has a happy hour from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. nightly. The bar hosts regular entertainment, such as quiz, pool and karaoke nights.

Guestrooms.

The 214 guestrooms and dormitories have simple decor and basic furnishings. Large or small dormitories are available, and private rooms for two, three or four; all rooms have bunk beds. Rooms have wash basins and individual lockers. Male and female showers and toilets are found on every floor.

Please note:


Group bookings do not guarantee same-room accommodations for all guests.

Why book with us?

Facilities

Services

  • Arcade/game room
  • ATM/banking
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Doorman/doorwoman
  • Express check-out
  • Internet access in public areas - high speed
  • Internet access in public areas - surcharge
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff
  • Nightclub
  • Safe-deposit box - front desk
  • Tour assistance
  • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)

Business & Event

  • 24-hour front desk

Rooms (all rooms include)

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shared bathroom
  • Wake-up calls
  • Window opens

General

  • Air-conditioned public areas;
  • Bar/lounge;
  • Elevator/lift;
  • Gift shops or newsstand;
  • Microwave in lobby;
  • Number of floors: 6;
  • Number of rooms: 214;
  • Pool table;
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel;
  • RestaurantMealTypeBreakfast;
  • Smoke-free property;
  • Television in lobby
Check-in time is 2 PM
Check-out time is 10 AM
Pets not allowed

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are 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.

Renovation information

The property will be carrying out interior and exterior renovation work until May 2008. Please contact the hotel directly for further information.

Dining

Guests of the Generator Hostel London enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast each morning.

Fuel Stop - Relaxed, modern restaurant. Serves a range of light meals, including pizzas, burgers, and salads. Open for dinner.

Recreation

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.


  • Aerobics nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Pilates classes/instruction nearby
  • Playground nearby
  • Racquetball/squash nearby
  • Scooter/Moped Rentals nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Tennis nearby
  • Volleyball nearby
  • Yoga classes/instruction nearby

Guestrooms Guestrooms

Bed in Large Mixed Dorm

Bed in a shared dorm room. Eight to 12 beds. Bright, modern decor with bed linen included. Wash basin and 12 individual lockers.

Please note that children under 18 are not permitted to stay in this room type.

Groups booking a dorm room may not all be accommodated in the same room.

All rooms include All rooms include
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shared bathroom
  • Wake-up calls
  • Window opens

Bed in Small Mixed Dorm

Bed in a shared dorm room. Four to six beds. Bright, modern decor with bed linen included. Wash basin and six individual lockers.

Please note that children under 18 are not permitted to stay in this room type.

Groups booking a dorm room may not all be accommodated in the same room.

All rooms include

EVEREST ROOM

All rooms include

Standard Quadrulpe

Two bunk beds. Bright, modern decor with bed linen included. Wash basin and four individual lockers.

All rooms include

Standard triple

One bunk bed and one twin bed. Bright, modern decor with bed linen included. Wash basin and three individual lockers.

All rooms include

Standard twin

One bunk bed. Bright, modern decor with bed linen included. Wash basin and hanging unit.

All rooms include

Terms & conditions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are 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.
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
  • Additional towels/sheets: GBP
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Prices shown exclude taxes and fees unless otherwise stated.

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Generator Hostel London St. Pancras - Islington

A short guide to St. Pancras - Islington

A busy transport hub, St Pancras train station has Eurostar services to Paris and Brussels and is a few minutes on foot from both Euston and King's Cross stations. All three terminals have regional and intercity train services to north London and the rest of the UK. Fashionable Islington is located to the north. Boutiques, antique shops and bars line the streets around Islington Green. Large Georgian and Victorian houses are home to the well-heeled media and political classes.

see all hotels in St. Pancras - Islington

Nearby Activities & Points of Interest

Less than 0.5 mile

  • British Library - 400 yards
  • St Pancras Station - 500 yards
  • St. Pancras International Terminal - 500 yards
  • King's Cross Station - 500 yards
  • Dickens House - 600 yards
  • University of London - 600 yards
  • Russell Square - 600 yards
  • Euston Station - 700 yards
  • London Senate House Library - 800 yards

0.5 - 1.0 mi

  • University College London (UCL) - 900 yards

3.0+ mi

  • London City Airport (LCY) - 7.6 miles
  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 15 miles
  • Biggin Hill Airport (BQH) - 15 miles
  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 26 miles
  • London Luton Airport - 27 miles
  • White Waltham Airport - 28 miles
  • London Stansted Airport (STN) - 29 miles
  • Farnborough Airport (FAB) - 33 miles
  • Southend-on-Sea Municipal Airport (SEN) - 35 miles
  • Shoreham-By-Sea Airport (ESH) - 48 miles
  • Cambridge Airport (CBG) - 49 miles

Reviews

  • All guests 6.4
(Reviewed by 14 guests)
6.4 out of 10
Average for the neighbourhood is 6.7
Reviewed by 14 guests (most recent english reviews are shown first)
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"small in space"  by K from Hong Kong

The hotel is small in space of rooms, toilet and bathrooms are public and is outside the rooms, the hostel is old and breakfast is poor in quality. In all, the hostel is not worth the price.

Posted on 10/11/2008
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"Not recommneded for older travelers"  by C from Cayman Islands

The beds were actually comfortable and there's staff always available. BUT...the dance club was too much. I had ear plugs in and could still sing along to the songs until 3am. Everything else was as good as can be for a hostel, except it was difficult to find. They needs better signage. Another complaint, but this is just for London...no one accepts Euros...I was stranded.

Posted on 15/10/2008
6
"hostel not hotel"  by o from london

decent to sleep in but it was advertised as a HOTEL not a HOSTEL

Posted on 21/09/2008

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