The Generator London in London

, 37 Tavistock Place, Russell Square, Kings Cross St Pancras, London, Greater London, England, WC1H 9SE, UK [Map]

Tel: 0207 388 7666

The UK's largest, liveliest and funkiest hostel is located in the centre of London, and is the perfect place to meet other backpackers from all over the world. Centrally located near Russell Square Tube station, the hostel offers 800 beds in private twin, triple, quad and 5-bed rooms, all with a washbasin. A free continental breakfast and bed linen is included. You can also enjoy free hot showers 24 hours a day. Party the night away in the famous Generator Bar. Happy hour is from 18:00 to 21:00, with drinks at great discounted prices. There are also special deals on meals and drinks every night. There are events every night: karaoke on Thursdays, a live DJ on Saturdays and free movies on Wednesdays and Sundays. The Generator also has an internet cafe, a lounge area and a games room with pool tables, all open 24 hours. A free walking tour of the city is also available (see below for details). The Generator offers a free walking tour of London, which allows everyone, no matter of budget, to fully discover the most visited city in Europe. The expert guides will share their personal stories and insights during this intriguing, 3.5 hour English-language overview walking tour. This is not for group bookings. Directions. 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. 217 rooms on 6 floors. 1 Bed in a 8-Bed Mixed Shared Dorm This room consists of 4 bunk-beds, 8 lockers and a washbasin. Number or beds: N/A Number of Rooms: N/A More room Information 1 Bed in a 4-Bed Mixed Shared Dorm This room consists of 2 bunk-beds, 4 lockers and a washbasin. Number or beds: N/A Number of Rooms: N/A More room Information Twin (2) Private Room This room have been newly decorated and now consists of a bunk-beds, 2 lockers, a washbasin, a small table and chairs, and laminated flooring Number or beds: N/A Number of Rooms: N/A More room Information Triple (3) Private Room This room consists of a single bed, a bunk-bed and a washbasin. Number or beds: N/A Number of Rooms: N/A More room Information Quad (4) Private Room This room consists of 2 bunk-beds, 4 lockers and a washbasin. Number or beds: N/A Number of Rooms: N/A More room Information 6 Bed Private This room consists of 3 bunk-beds, 6 lockers and a washbasin. Number or beds: N/A Number of Rooms: N/A More room Information Restaurant Distances from the hotel: - London Heathrow Airport - 44km London Stanstead Airport - 66km London Gatwick Airport - 66km Nearest Major Train Station - kings cross (1km from the hotel) Nearest Underground Station - Russell square (0.5km from the hotel) Nearest Coach/Bus Station - victoria (2km from the hotel)

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Last updated 06 March 2010

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The Generator London Policies

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COMMENTS: American Express Cards:
If you reserve a room at this hotel using an American Express card, please note that you must arrive by 16:00. If you have not arrived by this time, The Generator will release and re-sell the room.

Smoking Policy:
All the rooms at The Generator are non-smoking. However, there are smoking and non-smoking public areas in the hostel.

Check-In
All guests will require proof-of-age photo ID upon check-in.

Group Bookings:
Your booking will be considered a group booking if includes 20 or more people. Once you have booked your rooms you will need to contact The Generator via email or telephone to confirm the exact age of your party (groups under 18 years of age are not accepted). You will also need to pay the entire cost of the reservation at least 1 month before arrival. Late payment will result in the rooms being re-sold by The Generator.

Check In / Check Out

• Check-in from 14:00
• Please check-out by 10:00

Concierge

• 24-Hour Front Desk
• Express Check out
• Safety Deposit Boxes
• Left Luggage / Storage Facilities
• Guest Laundry Facilities

Hospitality

• Cafe
• Restaurant
• Lounge / Bar

Car Parks / Parking

• Nearby Pay to Park

Swimming

• Near Swimming Pool (0.5km from the hotel)

Lifts

• Rooms accessible by lift access
• Rooms accessible by ground floor access
• Restaurant accessible by lift Access

Gym / Keep Fit

• Near Fully Equipped Gymnasium (0.5km from the hotel)

General

• Nearest Local Train Station - Kings cross (1km from the hotel)
• Near Local Taxi Company - Cosmos (2km from the hotel)
• Near Tel No. of Taxi Company - 0207 383 3333 (2km from the hotel)
• Near Aerobics dance studio (0.5km from the hotel)
• Billiards / Snooker
• Of Modern Design Significance
• Business Support Services