Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection

Hotels
9.6 (637 reviews)
299 Madison Avenue , New York , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Nice common areas
Cons:
Small and outdated rooms
Issues with cleanliness
Value for money concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
9.35
Issues with outdated room conditions and stains on carpet highlighted concerns.
Service
9.99
Staff was friendly and accommodating, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
10
Terrific location with easy access to Broadway theaters and other sights.
Room Quality
8.81
Rooms described as tiny and dated, with some maintenance issues.
Amenities
9.84
Boutique hotel offers nice common areas, but some amenities were noted as lacking.
Value for Money
8.83
Guests felt prices did not match the room quality and service provided.
Food and Beverage
10
Restaurant and rooftop bar received positive mentions from guests.
Overall Experience
10
Despite some complaints, many guests expressed a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:18

Property Description

Boutique Midtown Hotel Near Bryant Park and Grand Central Terminal

Themed Rooms and Amenities
Step into a traditional American library-themed room with modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station. Enjoy the comfort of a provided bathrobe and slippers during your stay.

Culinary Delights and Rooftop Views
Indulge in delicious meals at Madison & Vine, offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Sip on literary-inspired cocktails at the rooftop bar and Poetry Garden while taking in stunning city views.

Prime Location
Explore iconic NYC attractions with Times Square and the Empire State Building just a short walk away. Immerse yourself in culture with the New York Public Library conveniently located nearby.

Book now to experience the charm and convenience of Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection.

Important information:

Reservations of 7 nights or more may be subject to additional terms and conditions. Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection will contact you to confirm the additional terms and conditions.

Please note, the credit card provided for payment must be presented at check-in and the cardholder and guest name must match.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 01:00 PM
Airport code: JFK

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and charges are applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 58.86
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Type: Regular
  • Entrance Door Width: 149
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Distance From The Elevator To The Accessible Room: 10
  • Room Max Guests Number: 2
  • Pet Friendly: Yes_impaired
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: Yes
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
  • Lifts Accessible: Yes
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Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 637 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.35
Service: 9.99
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.81
Amenities: 9.84
Value for Money: 8.83
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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zi2perhead Friends getaway Hicksville, Long Island, New York
10
Excellent place for book lovers
Pros:

Staff was helpful with all our questions. Room was cozy and very comfortable. The Reading Room was well stocked and maintained. It had a calming and inviting feel. We purchased several of the perks such as The Book Lover’s Guide to NYC, the Library Hotel tote bag, the Books by the Foot and we were not disappointed. Enjoyed our stay and hopefully will stay there again.

2026-02-21 via Tripadvisor
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amycbinder1976 Couples Atlanta, Georgia
8
Great hotel; neighborhood boring
Pros:

We always stay down in SoHo but decided to stay here for the theme. I was nervous that it wasn’t going to be a good experience but I was wrong. The doormen, the front desk staff, and housekeepers were so kind and efficient. The rooms are tiny but adequate considering you don’t stay in the room all that much anyway. I was allergic to the bamboo lemongrass bath products (body wash, shampoo, and conditioner) and had a bad reaction. The front desk immediately went up more packs of the bar soap which was fragrance free and I had no more issues. We had breakfast at the restaurant each morning and dinner there once. The French onion soup is top notch. For breakfast my husband loved the salmon. The wait staff could have been better at coming to refill the coffee but overall they were nice as well. The reading room has sodas, assorted fruits, bottled water, and a coffee machine but not even close to being worth the $25 a day fee. .The Bookmark bar upstairs staff was not as good as the rest of the staff but the vibe and ambience was excellent.

There were hand sanitizer stations throughout the hotel but all of them were empty. That was disappointing. The other concern I have is for security. There is no using your room key to access the elevator and since the restaurant and bar are open to the public anyone could easily access any of the rooms on any floor.

The proximity to Grand Central is great so you can easily get where you need to go. However, there is not really neighborhood vibe like other parts of the city so there are few restaurants, shops, or anything nearby other than fast food.

We enjoyed our stay but because of the lack of things to do around there, we will consider it a one and done experience. It was totally worth it to experience the library hotel once.

2026-02-21 via Tripadvisor
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joycemA2326PM Couples
10
30th Wedding Anniversary
Pros:

We loved staying at The Library Hotel! The staff is warm and welcoming. The rooms are charming with the Dewey Decimal System designations. My room was the Zoology room and all the books in my room were animal books. The Reading Room with snacks, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate, open 24/7, is also a treat. As an author and an animal lover, it was the perfect place for me. I took a photo of my current novel Mrs. Gari Melchers on the bed!

2026-02-21 via Tripadvisor
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304danaf Couples Washington DC, District of Columbia
10
Lovely Hotel in NYC
Pros:

We had a great weekend in New York. This hotel was lovely. The location is great, near the NYPL and Grand Central Station. We were able to easily get to all the attractions we wanted to see. 15 min walk to our Broadway shows.

2026-02-19 via Tripadvisor
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TUCKER 4444 extended_group us
9
fun weekend
Pros:

Location and amenities

Cons:

Towels were like sandpaper

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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tanugan74 Couples
10
Great!
Pros:

I work in a library so it was very unique.The service was very good.
The room was great, nice and clean.Only thing I would recommend is a coffee machine in the room, that would help. Roof top was very nice and cozy.

2026-02-10 via Tripadvisor
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Marisol family_with_children ar
7
Pros:

Ubivacion

Cons:

Cuartos chicos decía que había luego de las 18hs quesos y vinos. Pero lo sacaron. A las habitaciones les falta que las remodelen. Caro para lo que es

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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IHGislazy Couples
2
Crappy mattress
Pros:

Bring. Your. Own. Bed. Or join me on the floor. You should be fine so long as you don’t roll over. Nothing broken - elbow or tail bone

2026-02-06 via Tripadvisor
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P4431CQpaulb Couples Huntington Station, Long Island, New York
10
Very nice visit!
Pros:

Very nice! The service was great the rooftop bar was very nice, everyone was friendly, and very accommodating for everything we needed and asked for.
Also! The locust was perfect for us and met all our expectations!

2026-01-31 via Tripadvisor
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Thomas family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Staff was super friendly and helpful. The hotel has a good quality restaurant on site and a cozy rooftop bar arranged with spaces where you can converse comfortably. These both were handy as we were staying during extreme cold January weather and gave us the option of dining without having to venture out in the cold.

Cons:

Stay was great, no complaints.

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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deborahlH4971GF Family
10
Calm in the storm!
Pros:

The best staff is very trying times!!!

The snowstorm that hit the eastern half of the US paralyzed everything but The Library hotel. We've stayed here several times before, and this time was spectacular: warm and inviting, calm in the storm outside. Good food at Wine and Vine and don't forget the roof top bar where the fireplace is!!! Our thanks to all the staff at The Library. Oh- did we mention that it's a great location for all things Manhattan.

2026-01-27 via Tripadvisor
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frankhX5779LE Couples Les Vans, Ardeche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
10
Warm Hospitality in a Prime Location
Pros:

We had a very nice stay and really appreciated the great service from the staff. The hotel offers excellent value for money and is very well maintained. Its central location makes it easy to explore the city, which was a big plus for us. Overall, a very pleasant experience.

2026-01-21 via Tripadvisor
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bountifulblesssings Friends getaway Lancaster, Ohio
10
Our NYC Literary Itinerary
Pros:

We chose to stay at the Library Hotel for our NYC literary themed trip, and it was a perfect fit. The location is excellent since it is within walking distance to the NYC Public Library, the Morgan Library, the bronze literary sidewalk plaques and the Grand Central Terminal. The hotel staff was very courteous and accommodating. The entire place was very clean. The complimentary snacks and drinks were greatly appreciated. We loved hanging out in both the Reading Room and by the fireplace in the top floor bar.

2026-01-20 via Tripadvisor
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Beth solo_traveller us
9
Comfortable and lovely stay
Pros:

Great location, friendly and helpful staff, clean and elegant spaces

Cons:

I wish real cream or whole milk would have been supplied in the 2nd floor snack and drink facility. I abhor fake cream packets.

Room cleaning was completed a little late, after 4 pm one day, just as I returned from a day of sightseeing and museums and wanted to put my feet up.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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J3789LCmatthewk Couples
10
The Way to Go!
Pros:

An exceptional experience...started with a welcome letter before our arrival, and continued throughout all our interactions with the staff.
The environment was enjoyable due to the theme, and access to the sitting room on the Second Floor and bar on the Fourteenth.

2026-01-19 via Tripadvisor
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Nathan couple us
10
A wonderful experience.
Pros:

Our stay was wonderful. We were upgraded to a king size bedroom, which was wonderful. It was our wedding anniversary. The room had a flower decoration that my wife loved. She wanted to know what the thread count was on the bed sheets because it was so comfortable, but was afraid to ask.

Cons:

Our only complaint was that we when we asked for directions to the Natural History Museum using the subway the directions we were given were wrong. But that wasn't too big of a deal at all.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
苡雯 couple tw
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
苡雯 couple tw
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Petra family_with_children de
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Stuart solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Very small rooms

2026-01-19 via Nuitee