Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection

Hotels
9.6 (706 reviews)
299 Madison Avenue , New York , us

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
Terrace
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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Small and outdated rooms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Issues with outdated room conditions and stains on carpet highlighted concerns.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 706 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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885jz Business
8
Lovely and immaculate
Pros:

The staff is very professional and accommodating. The property is immaculate and comfortable. The club floor offerings available during the day are adequate, despite the breakfast options being few. In a word, this property is lovely and, clearly, well-run. Erica, especially, is a delight.

2026-07-31 via Tripadvisor
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peterkI7780QT Couples
10
On oasis in the city
Pros:

Wonderful location, staff and amenities. Room was quiet, spacious and comfortable. Excellent restaurant, rooftop bar, and community reading room. Proximity to Bryant Park, Times Square, and Grand Central Station is an added bonus. We spent the week exploring all corners of the city. Coming “home” to our room at The Library Hotel made our stay all the more enjoyable. We will be back!

2026-07-28 via Tripadvisor
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Chandler couple us
10
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Andrew family_with_children za
6
Pros:

Vey convenient location.

Cons:

The food produced by the restaurant that serves the hotel is poor.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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jwatanabe2026 Couples Salt Lake City, Utah
10
Comfortable and convenient stop for exploring NYC
Pros:

I loved everything about our stay at Library Hotel. The staff was friendly and professional… I felt like they truly cared about our needs. Our room was comfortable and well-appointed… we had everything we needed. The coffee lounge was accessible and well-stocked, and the rooftop bar was fun space to enjoy a cocktail and snack. Lastly, the location is absolutely perfect for exploring Manhattan.

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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michaelrp2018 Business Monaco-Ville
8
Well located NY Boutique Hotel
Pros:

Well located boutique hotel on Madisson, with fun library theme.
Great roof top bar.
Rooms though could do with an upgrade - walk in shower better than bath; better multiple plug access.
Breakfast very simple

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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Rakefet couple il
10
המלון מצויין ומומלץ ביותר
Pros:

המלון מעולה - החל מהעיצוב הייחודי והדגש על ספרים, מיקום מרכזי במיד-טאון, צוות מסביר פנים, ספריה עם קפה ומאפים/חטיפים שפתוחה כל היום. החדר היה גדול יחסית ומאד נוח וחדר הרחצה היה מרווח.

Cons:

הכל היה מצוין

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Graeme solo_traveller gb
8
A brilliant slice of NY right in the heart of the art deco section of Manhattan.
Pros:

The concept is well realized, with books available all throughout the hotel. I thought the place was very tastefully decorated and really gives that old school New York vibe, and you cannot fault the location, just a street away from Grand Central station. There were some really lovely members of staff there too.

Cons:

It was a shame that at this point there was scaffolding all around the building blocking the views from the windows, but it is what it is. I admittedly also found the reception there quite cold and unwelcoming. But all that said, there were some really fantastic staff too in other areas who more than made up for it.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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A7726TPjoanneg Solo travel
10
Ideal hotel
Pros:

Lovely hotel with a library room with refreshments as well as a roof top bar. My room was one of the smaller ones, and therefore cheaper, but plenty big enough for what I needed. A very comfy bed and welcome aircon. Close enough to things but far enough away to be quiet inside. Would definitely stay again and would recommend it.

2026-07-12 via Tripadvisor
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Tony solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

Brilliant location, friendly staff, will stay here again

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Jimmy couple gb
10
Brilliant stay
Pros:

Central location next to Grand Central Station

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Waterloosunset1 Solo travel Clapham, Yorkshire Dales National Park, North Yorkshire, England
10
Really good hotel
Pros:

I really liked the Library hotel and would stay here again. Everything was great - I had the small double bed room and it was perfectly fine. Shower good, aircon was fantastic - really cold and I could turn it on and off as needed. Small tv but i wasn't staying there to watch it anyway. Good reception and I got my room deposit back within 4 days so well done to library on that. Very nice bar and terrace on top floor which I did use with nice big tv to watch world cup. Restaurant on ground floor looked very good and airy but I didnt use it. Free tea, coffee and pastries on 2nd floor for those staying at hotel in a very nice room with a grand piano. Best location I have stayed in when in New York, subway 5 minutes walk and very lively area.

2026-07-07 via Tripadvisor
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Peter solo_traveller gb
10
Very Nice Hotel
Pros:

I really liked the Library hotel and would stay here again. Everything was great - I had the small double bed room and it was perfectly fine. Shower good, aircon was fantastic - really cold and I could turn it on and off as needed. Small tv but i wasn't staying there to watch it anyway. Good reception and I got my room deposit back within 4 days so well done to library on that. I asked for an iron and ironing board as i went out and it was in my room by time i got back. Very nice bar and terrace on top floor which I did use with nice big tv to watch world cup. Restaurant on ground floor looked very good and airy but I didnt use it. Free tea, coffee and pastries on 2nd floor for those staying at hotel in a very nice room with a grand piano. Best location I have stayed in when in New York, subway 5 minutes walk and very lively area.

Cons:

all good

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Geoffroy solo_traveller ch
6
Pros:

Old but clean

Cons:

1.Breakfast was included in the price, but we got only coffee and cookie, we had to pay additional amount for full breakfast
2.Renovation ongoing not indicated

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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LanaDelrayBeach_FL Friends getaway
10
My new home in NYC
Pros:

A perfect hotel for any book lover. We loved the spirit and atmosphere, and the location on "Library Way," near the Library and Bryant Park, allowed us to carry this theme throughout the trip. The Junior Suite is large enough for two people even if they are not a couple, and the counter space is quite generous. We also appreciated the Reading Room, available for comfortable reading or work space and complementary croissants, coffee, soft drinks, fruit, etc. at all hours -- particularly nice if one of you is an early morning person and the other is not. A very special stay.

2026-06-23 via Tripadvisor
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Susan couple us
9
A quiet and charming hotel in a very busy conveniently located neighborhood
Pros:

The location is very convenient and busy. It is easy to accomplish everything, banking, shopping, Grand Central Station just one block away. Very close to Bryant Park which is always fun.

There is a very nice lounge with complementary fruit croissants and coffee
It is a quiet hotel designed for quiet adults. I did not eat at the restaurant but it looked very nice

Cons:

In my first room the television didn’t work and the air-conditioning was not adequate. The front desk was very responsive to my problems and they did get them fixed by the next morning. They offered me an upgrade to make up for my inconvenience.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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JULIANA couple co
10
Excelente hotel
Pros:

Todo

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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carole couple fr
4
Nul
Cons:

Le service est très passable
Sur 3 nuits , la chambre n’a pas été faite un jour .
La tarification du petit déjeuner n’est pas claire .
Aucun intérêt de réserver une chambre avec PDJ inclus , on vous compte des suppléments
La climatisation fait un bruit épouvantable.
On entend les bruits de la rue
Décoration vieillotte , triste et sombre .
Rapport qualité prix très mauvais

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Y6684DYmail Solo travel Ulm, Baden-Württemberg
10
cozy and quiet place in midtown
Pros:

i’m a returning guest- it is a quiet, little, cozy gem in midtown near Grand Central
nice staff, nice rooftop bar, nice restaurant
rooms small, but very clean and neat
free coffee in the morning is very much appreciated, free softdrinks
will return next year . i love it

2026-06-16 via Tripadvisor
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Marysillkr Solo travel
8
A lovely hotel
Pros:

The staff is great. The room was clean and comfortable. Still has scaffolding blocking the views. I wish they would bring back the continental breakfast. What they offer now is slight. The restaurant breakfast isn’t great.

2026-06-16 via Tripadvisor