Generator London
3 stars
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Generator London

3 stars
37 Tavistock Place, Russell Square, London, WC1H 9SE
6.8
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8072 reviews
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Overview

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Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to Russell Square A restaurant, a nightclub, and a bar/lounge are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and an arcade/game room are onsite…Expedia Group
Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to Russell Square A restaurant, a nightclub, and a bar/lounge are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and an arcade/game room are onsite. Generator London offers 214 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.Expedia Group
Rating
6.8
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Based on 8072 verified guest reviews

Available rates

Tue 1/4
Wed 2/4

The neighbourhood - Camden

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

What's nearby

  • Cartwright Gardens3 min walk
  • Russell Square Tube Station4 min walk
  • The Place5 min walk
  • UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health7 min walk
  • Coram's Fields7 min walk
  • Russell Square7 min walk
  • Foundling Museum4 min walk
  • Tavistock Square Gardens5 min walk
  • Y Touring Theatre Company5 min walk
  • University of London7 min walk
  • Pullman London St Pancras Hotel7 min walk
  • British Library8 min walk

Reviews

6.8
Okay
8072 verified ratings
Wonderful
1824
Very good
1527
Good
1853
Okay
966
Fair
823
Mediocre
401
Poor
678

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently expressed dissatisfaction with the service and cleanliness of the hostel. Many reviews highlighted rude staff interactions and inadequate cleaning standards, often leading to a disappointing experience. However, the location of the hostel was frequently praised, being conveniently close to transportation and local amenities.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness1.5 out of 10
Service1 out of 10
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8.0
Very good
Simon, Mar 2025
Pros (+) Location,the buzz of the place.grrat mix of folk.
Cons (-) Have happy hour till 11pm.
1.0
Poor
Brylander, Mar 2025
Pros (+) Not at all.
Cons (-) Everything was bad. Very rude stuff.
5.0
Fair
Lazar, Mar 2025
Pros (+) I was offered ear plugs and security dealt with the noisy students as well as the guests at the smoking area who were too loud at 3am. Staff are doing their best with what they are dealing with and I am very thankful to all of them for their help. The bar offers great value for the money and you can eat and drink. Adam from the bar was very kind and helpful. Receptionists are all really friendly a...
Cons (-) The staff member at reception was really helpful after I reached out and explained my concerns, regarding the group of young people making noise banging on doors and shouting and there was too much noise from the smoking area where my room had windows. I am not ranting but trying to offer a feedback that management will be able to consider and make adjustments for their guests, such as keeping the...
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3.0
Poor
Ertuğrul, Mar 2025
Pros (+) Location was good.
Cons (-) It was a high school even like a middle school. There was a many high school or middle school student and they were too loudly. There was only 4 shower for a whole flat -maybe 25 room and 100 people- and one of them was broken.
7.0
Good
Margaret, Mar 2025
Pros (+) The atmosphere, vibes, affordability
Cons (-) The no outside food, would have loved to be able to make our own meals in a budget friendly accommodation
8.0
Very good
Dariusz, Mar 2025
Pros (+) Location and price.
9.0
Wonderful
Rebecca, Mar 2025
Pros (+) Get the breakfast, best hostel breakfast and it's not that easy to meet people in the common room
Cons (-) No kitchen
9.0
Wonderful
Hornbee, Mar 2025
Pros (+) Easy to chill.
Cons (-) Nothing.
1.0
Poor
Julie, Mar 2025
Pros (+) Nothing
Cons (-) Everything the staff were incredibly rude and have debited my debit card twice the same day for the same thing . I had £177 taken from my account on 12 March 2025 my bank is now taking this up as a dispute. I placed my booking with booking.com stating I was travelling with my dog I paid £20.70 for a bed for the night via Booking.com when I arrived I was told by the young gentleman that I had to pa...
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8.0
Very good
Sara, Mar 2025
Pros (+) Everything
Cons (-) Gest that make stop in the toilets

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 14:00
Check-out: Prior to 10:00
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