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.
The hostel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This London hostel also offers a nightclub, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room.
Generator London has designated areas for smoking.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 7.90 for adults and GBP 3.95 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Billiards/pool table
Nightclub
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
6 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Double-glazed windows
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Reception hall
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Shower
More
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
LED lighting
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 31 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
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.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property is also known as
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Generator London Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 1004 reviews
10 - Excellent
237
Rating 8 - Good. 368 out of 1004 reviews
8 - Good
368
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1004 reviews
6 - Okay
193
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1004 reviews
4 - Poor
98
Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 1004 reviews
2 - Terrible
108
7.0/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Verified traveler
Feb 26, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Poor Heating, Not Clean
When we went into our room the window had been left open and the temperature of the room was around 10C. We couldn't adjust the thermostat. The front desk told us that they only turn on the heat for two hours during the day and three hours at night. The heat is not a boiler and is just a ceiling mount electric heater. The bathrooms were dirty and stunk. The room floor was sticky.
Place is at a great location for a cheap price… but it’s cheap for a reason…
Ana
8/10 Good
Antonio
Jan 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good but not kitchen facility at all, place need to think about budget people need to eat and have to spend outside on at the restaurant into the hostel
Antonio
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2025
4/10 Poor
Verified traveler
Jan 30, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
For kids and those not bothered about sleep
Geared towards school groups, university groups, kids out to party. Drumming and yelling and running around at 1100pm. Young teenagers wandering the corridors and down at the bar in pyjamas. Not good for a solo adult actually wanting to sleep. Rooms reasonably clean but stuffy and bit airless. Staff friendly and helpful though.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
4/10 Poor
Mohammed
Jan 26, 2025
Mohammed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Helen
Jan 5, 2025
Close by to everthing
Helen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Preety
Jan 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was average
Preety
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alex
Dec 20, 2024
Alex
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
4/10 Poor
Blessing
Dec 18, 2024
Liked: Staff & service
I Paid for a female only room and there was a male in the room. There was no hot water to shower either.
Blessing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
2/10 Terrible
Tristan
Business traveler
Dec 13, 2024
I paid £175 for a room for one night. I had an early start this morning as my son has been admitted to Great Ormond Street Hospital. I tried to get my head down around 9pm, but the music was so so so loud it was impossible. At 10pm it was the same. At 11pm it was the same. At 00:00 it was the same. At around 00:30 I got dressed and checked out and slept in the car. I was on floor 3 in room 339. I will be expecting a full refund from the establishment, never, ever have I stayed in a hotel that I have been UNABLE to sleep in.
Tristan
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
2/10 Terrible
Leigh
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
We knew this was a budget stay before a trip away.
However…. It was incredibly loud. We were then given a room on the third floor (with two young children) and the lift was out of order.
Had to make your own bed but this was new to us for staying in a hostel.
Bathroom facilities were smelly and dirty.
To top it off the light genuinely wouldn’t switch off in our room so had no choice but to try and settle the children in a bright room. Told staff but they didn’t seem that bothered just saying oh no and thanks for letting them know. Would look at other budget options next time
Also quite a few steps up into the property, which isn’t convenient with heavy bags and a pushchair.
Look a while to check in. Only one person on the desk and they were on the phone. The lobby is really hot and no air conditioning. Bathroom was dirty. The sink in the room was dripping all night. Taps are great. But good mattress and it isn't too loud at all. The social area seems good. Coffee is good. Lifts were out of service when checking out which wasn't fun. And some vending machines not working. But good price for private room. You get what you pay for
Central location. Great vibe and facilities with luggage storage. Dorm was a bit squished but fine if you are only there to sleep. They could do with more staff at reception but I would still book again