Generator London

37 Tavistock Place, Russel Square, London WC1H 9SE GB
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2.0 Star property Near Russell Square
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Property description

Located in London (London City Centre), Generator London is within a 10-minute walk of Russell Square and University College London. This hostel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from The British Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Covent Garden Market.

At Generator London, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 214 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Russell Square - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
University College London - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
University of London - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
British Library - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
The British Museum - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Tottenham Court Road - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
King's College London - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Royal Opera House - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Oxford Circus - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Regent's Park - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Covent Garden Market - 2 km / 1.3 mi
The Strand - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Leicester Square - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
London Palladium Theatre - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Oxford Street - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi

The nearest airports are:
London City Airport (LCY) - 16.7 km / 10.4 mi
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 30 km / 18.6 mi
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 88.1 km / 54.7 mi
Luton Airport (LTN) - 54.5 km / 33.9 mi
Stansted Airport (STN) - 65 km / 40.4 mi

Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a nightclub and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.

Amenities / Features

  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum age of oldest guest: 18
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Humane animal treatment
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vending machine
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Reception hall
  • Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
  • Lockers available
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • Nightclub
  • No single-use plastic stirrers
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Biodegradable/compostable straws
  • Television in common areas
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Total number of rooms - 214
  • Number of floors - 6
  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Water dispenser use by guests actively encouraged
  • LED light bulbs
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • Coin laundry on site
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Multilingual staff
  • Water dispenser
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
  • Elevator
  • Double-glazing on all windows
  • ATM/banking
  • Bicycle rentals on site

Airport & shuttle information

From Heathrow airport, this is the most straight forward route to Generator London. From the airport just head for the underground signs , take the Piccadilly Line direct into the city and getting off at Russell Square station. The tube journey is just under 60mins and is only £5, ask the ticket desk for a single ticket to Russell Square. When Leaving the tube , we are just a 5 minute walk, When leaving the station walk straight across the road – Marchmont Street. At the bottom of Marchmont Street turn right at the traffic lights, you are now on Tavistock place. The Generator is at number 37.

Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.

Pet friendly?

Maximum number of pets per room 1

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 31

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 14

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Internet/Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi

Misc. fees / Policies

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 7.90 for adults and GBP 3.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Cleaning policies

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Essential workers only - NO

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures