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The Generator

Compton Place, London, England WC1H 9SD, United Kingdom
The Generator
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Offering fantastic accommodation in comfortable surroundings, the Generator is ideal if you are looking for budget London accommodation with all the trims. Do not be fooled by the cheap prices, the Generator Hostel provides an inexpensive place to stay like no other, where you are sure to have a great time and make friends. Supremely located in the heart of London in the Bloomsbury/Kings Cross area, guests will have easy access to a host of London attractions on foot, including the British Museum, Brunswick Shopping Centre, the British Library, Kings Cross/St. Pancras station, and the Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes. Many other famous sights are easy to reach via the London tube, of which you will have numerous stations nearby when booking at the Generator. Don't forget your dancing shoes, as the Generator Hostel has a lively bar where you can dance the night away. There are free events every night of the week, including quizzes, pool competitions and games nights. Guests can enjoy the communal area to surf the net, play pool and watch TV. For all your tourist needs, the travel desk is available for buying day trips to all the major tourist attractions in England, as well as bus tours to Scotland, Ireland and the rest of Europe. Wireless internet access is available in the communal area.

Total Rooms:

217 rooms.217

Total Floors:

0

Rooms:

217

Reservations

Both

Cancellation Policy

-24 hours, Cancellation is 24 hours before arrival date. If you do not cancel within 24 hours your credit card will be charged for the first night.

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Generator London hotel offers first rate service in which a fantastic, friendly staff is on hand 24 hours a day to help you with anything you need. It is the only hostel in London to provide organized entertainment in the hostel every night of the week.

Area

Greater London,Greater London,

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