Library

( 3 stars , New York , United States )

The Library Hotel is a small boutique hotel who's theme is of course a library! Situated a block away from NYC library, (who's guardian lion's Patience and Fortitude greet you as you glance down the street from the hotel's main entrance), this extremely clean, well decorated and professionally staffed hotel is the best kept secret in Manhattan!

Well positioned hotel. Good continental breakfast, all day coffee, tea and pastries in lounge. Free wine and cheese each evening in lounge. Rooms a little on the small side and less imaginitive than I expected. Nice staff. Additional taxes are always

An absolutely fantastic hotel, superb staff, very welcoming & helpful (particularly Peter at front desk) rooms are tight for space - but it is a boutique hotel so more than adequate. Very peaceful atmosphere around the hotel, you wouldn't think you were on Madison Avenue!! I would recommend the hotel to anyone.

The Library hotel is prefectly situated next to Grand Central Station, so most places are easy accessible either walking or taking the subway. The Library theme is a perfect fit for the atmosphere it trys to instill. If you're kind of traveller that requires minimal fuss and staff that are never too obtrusive, then this is a good place to stay. We stayed in a smaller room during the New Year so the cost was pricey, but was probably due to the period. Breakfast was included in price - a very decent buffet set in a communal reading type room. There was also evening wine and cheese every night but we never were there to experience it. (Come on you don't travel to stay in a hotel!) The room was quite small, but perfect for our needs. Very clean and functional. One word of warning and not sure if this prevalent in all NY hotels is that the secure safe is not secure as they opened it up during day whilst we'd been out, nothing had been taken but guess with all the terrorist threat they were being extra careful. At the top floor there is an atrium, which would be good for summer, but then again you ask yourself would stay all night at the hotel when visiting New York?

Having been to New York a number of times, The Library is by far the best hotel we have stayed in. It was chosen on the basis of the photos & description of its facilities on the website. On arrival these lived up to & throughout our 5 night stay, exceeded our expectations. It's rooms are extremely well appointed & comfortable, the staff helpful without being overbearing, and the quality & quantity of the food provided at breakfast - through to cheese & wine in the evening -superb. An excellent choice for any visitors wanting a central location in Manhattan.

When you’re looking for a hotel in New York, you’re rather spoilt for choice. The range can be mind bogglingly confusing and first-time or just occasional visitors might feel just a trifle overwhelmed. Well here’s a tip. If you are looking for something slightly different, and are prepared to dig a little bit deeper into you pockets to treat yourself and your family, consider booking a couple of nights at the Library hotel.

This hotel is one of a kind. The service was amazing and the 'extras' were unbeleivable. They offer FREE breakfast, FREE wine and cheese in the evenings, and FREE snacks all day long.

Having been to New York a number of times, The Library is by far the best hotel we have stayed in. It was chosen on the basis of the photos & description of its facilities on the website. On arrival these lived up to & throughout our 5 night stay, exceede

This place was pricy but different. A unique experience to say the least, but worth it. Everything looked very...museum-y. Nice location and decent service. Good view on the higher floors.

Well positioned hotel. Good continental breakfast, all day coffee, tea and pastries in lounge. Free wine and cheese each evening in lounge. Rooms a little on the small side and less imaginitive than I expected. Nice staff. Additional taxes are always a drag at check-out time in the States. Good value for New York, would recommend it.