Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection

We had an exceptional stay at the Library Hotel in New York City! As avid readers and food enthusiasts, we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect place. The hotel’s unique concept of card catalog themed rooms dedicated to different book genres created a cozy, literary ambiance that immediately made us feel at home. ||The staff was warm, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable about the city’s best bookshops, restaurants, and cultural spots. Our room was beautifully decorated, spotless, and equipped with all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. We loved spending our evenings in the lounge, surrounded by shelves of books and relaxing with a good read.||Additionally, the hotel's prime location allowed us to explore the city's top attractions easily and indulge in some fantastic dining experiences. Overall, the Library Hotel provided a charming, literary escape with excellent service, a central midtown location, and a homey atmosphere. We can’t wait to return and immerse ourselves in its enchanting world again!

I have had my eye on this hotel, and I wasn't disappointed!|This was a quick 2 night stay after our plane was cancelled. |My daughter and I love the ambiance the minute we stepped in! Books are everywhere! Your room number is categorized and is has books to compliment the section!|And last but certainly not least, the room was very clean, the staff - so friendly, and the restaurant is superb!

Awesome themed hotel with tons of books thuout hotel. . Great to get subways, bus and train lines. Very clean room with excellent shower water pressure. Lovely lounge with snacks, tea,coffee, soda available 24/7 (and of course books). Sweet rooftop bar-also very nice restaurant attached on first floor. Staff professional and extremely friendly.

The staff and location are great, but the hotel needs a little freshening. It is simply a bit tired and needs an investment…Carpets need changing, lighting needs upgrade and overall hotel needs upgraded.|On the positive side, staff were helpful and first floor restaurant is very good. In addition, the neighborhood is interesting with plenty of restaurants within a few blocks.

The Library Hotel is our home away from home. I can’t recommend this hotel enough. The reading room offers a wonderful space to work or relax. The rooms are comfortable. The staff celebrates with you - special in room gifts for birthdays or celebrations. The themes of the rooms are super fun! The location, accommodations and service are top notch!

We Stayed for 6 days in November 2023. Such a beautiful hotel sparkling clean. Great location. The attached restaurant was fantastic and always buzzing as was the rooftop bar. The lounge with coffee and snacks is great and clean with someone to wash up all the time

It was a joy and a pleasure to stay here! The staff, especially John and Tony at the front desk were fantastic! Our experience of New York through their helpful directions and tips.was incredible! It was always wonderful to return to the hotel and be welcomed back by these friendly and very kind,handsome men! We also would like to give special thanks to Lijiana, Louis, and Nana in housekeeping for their extra special care of my personal situation and requests! Everyone has been amazing and we give our compliments to the managers (especially front desk manager Arman and housekeeping Lijiana)! The staff here are exceptional and really make this a wonderful place to stay in New York City!

The room was clean and comfortable. Personnel were friendly and helpful. They have a a library lounge that offers beverages and snacks throughout the day for guests. The hotel is located conveniently in mid-town Manhattan, walking distance to Grand Central and Penn Station.

I had the pleasure of staying at the Library Hotel, and I can confidently say it was one of the most unique and delightful experiences I've ever had! From the moment I walked in, I was enchanted by the cozy, intellectual ambiance created by the beautifully curated bookshelves and warm lighting. Each floor of the hotel is themed after a different category of the Dewey Decimal System, which adds an incredibly charming touch. My room was not only tastefully decorated but also stocked with an impressive collection of books relating to the theme. It's the perfect place for book lovers! The staff were exceptional--friendly, knowledgeable, and always eager to help. The location is also unbeatable, situated in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore nearby cafes, parks, and cultural sites. After a long day of wandering, coming back to such a haven of calm and creativity was a real treat. If you're looking for a hotel that offers both comfort and a distinctive character, the Library Hotel is a must-visit! I left feeling inspired and can't wait to return for another trip!

Really wonderful hotel for anyone visiting the city or for a "treat" staycation. The rooms are smaller, but it is New York, so that's to be expected. The hotel was very clean, and the amenities were top notch, and felt luxurious (coffee, snacks, great decor, very nice bathroom amenities in the room). What really stands out, though, is the service from this team. They gave me a personal call in advance to confirm my reservation, for starters, and double checked if there was anything I needed. They also were so lovely to my partner and I as we celebrated my anniversary, and all the staff were extremely welcoming and kind at all times. Finally, I accidentally left my glasses in our room, but I gave the front desk a quick call, and not only had they found them, but they were very kind and made me laugh about the whole thing. I would absolutely recommend!

One of my favorite hotels in New York City. It's in the heart of everything in Midtown- near Times Square, Bryant Park, Grand Central Station, Radio City Music Hall, etc. Although it's in the center of the craziness, it feels like a cozy little getaway. Books everywhere, incredibly attentive and kind staff, clean rooms with cozy beds and the best lounge I've ever seen at a hotel. I just love this place.

The Library Hotel is one of the best hotels I've ever stayed on and let me tell you why. They have a floor called the "reading room"which is a lounge with an espresso machine open 24 hours a day with all the special milks they have a fridge stocked with seltzer water and Ginger ale available 24 hours they also have bananas bottled water assorted nuts available 24 hours which was an incredible touch that I truly appreciated. My room was cleaned every day with fresh towels. This I also greatly appreciated. My only complaint is that I reserved the petite room which for me felt a little small....aesthetically it was super cute just tiny so next time I will get a standard size room. The location was located 1 to 2 blocks away from Grand Central Station which was really cool because we rode the subway several times. If you visit the 14th floor bar and you purchase two drinks you will get a free cheese board. I will happily stay at this location again and again.

This hotel was wonderful in every way. The pricepoint, location, cleanliness, staff, and ease of use was exceptional, and I think it's one of the gems this city offers. Special thanks for Arman for handling a last minute task for us that saved us a huge headache. We will be back!

After my wonderful stay last weekend, I found myself in NYC again and decided to stay at Library Hotel again. I loved it so much the first time! Normally I'll use Expedia or HotelTonight to get a deal, but I was happy to pay full price to come back to (what I thought was) a gem. I booked a standard room again and was not upgraded this time. I didn't care either way as I was by myself and don't need that much space... BUT, I will say the standard room is a LOT different than the upgrade one. This room felt very cramped and had the space of a normal NYC hotel room. It was a bit dark, uninspired, and actually felt a bit depressing. Also, an hour after I got there, I had to go back to my home in PA. I checked in at 3pm, left at 4pm, and the manager on staff wouldn't give me even a partial refund or credit after I paid the $333 (plus $25 resort fee). That was a bit of a bummer, since I would've been happy even to get hotel credit. I hate to write this review since I had such a fantastic experience the first time, but... it is what it is.

Had a great stay here. Hotel has a great ambiance, and was very quiet. The rooftop bar was a fun and cozy spot. The food and drink available on the second floor 24/7 was an awesome touch. Can also get a free cheese plate at the rooftop bar if you are a guest. Definitely got some value out of the daily resort fee, and the price for the stay was also great. Only a block or so from grand central station.

I really like this boutique hotel. Upon arriving, the staff was very attentive while they checked us in. They made the process very easy. The Junior Suite was very spacious especially for Midtown Manhattan. The bathroom was decent. The bed was comfortable with plenty of nice pillows. We stayed in the Biography room with plenty of biographies ranging from Robert Frost to Rob Lowe (spoiler: he doesn't go into enough detail about the porn movie he made). We had a corner room so there were petty of good views os the city. Lastly, the room fridge was nice and empty so you could go to the nearby CVS and get things for your stay, which I find preferable. I would definitely return here.

Fabulous property in every way. The staff is all friendly and very helpful, rooms are small yet perfectly appointed and intimate with warm wood tones and books, plus even a tub! Roof bar is beautiful with good drinks and a nice restaurant ground floor. Will be back

We just returned from New York with a four night stay at the Library Hotel. We picked this particular property because we previously stayed at their sister property Hotel Giraffe and loved that place. We booked a junior king suite @ $600 per night. Sadly, the room really needed a refresh. It was a bit depressing. The furniture was old and outdated and the older wooded blinds let in way too much light at night. The worst part was the air conditioner came on about every 10 minutes and was so loud you had to turn the TV up and repeatedly turn it down again. Annoying especially at night when trying to get a good nights rest. The rooftop deck area was closed until 6 p.m. due to private events/meetings so we never got to enjoy happy hour. We asked one staff, who was guarding the elevator entrance, for ice and she looked at us like she never heard the word ice before. Don't think we'll return. I wouldn't recommend staying here.

Selected this hotel for an anniversary trip and have never been more satisfied with a decision. Even before the trip, the booking team went out of their way to answer any questions and try to fulfill some requests (requested certain themes as a choice of rooms). I also let them know it was our anniversary. Not only did they remember and grant my first choice of room (mysteries!) but we also arrived to a lovely card from the staff and a bottle of wine on ice. The room (a suite) was super large, very clean, had amazing views of Madison Avenue and the 5th Avenue library (all suites do since they are all along the same side of the building) and was beautifully appointed. The room was mystery themed so all of the books were mysteries and the art was mystery themed as well. The bed was super comfy, the air conditioning was great, and the bathroom was lovely. I was surprised at the low level of noise we experienced despite our corner room facing Madison Avenue. The staff was lovely and despite covid taking away their normally complimentary breakfast (this was back in August of 2021), there were two spaces in the hotel for guests that were great. The rooftop is absolutely gorgeous and you can enjoy a drink inside or outside (they gave us a certificate for a complimentary cheese plate with the purchase of one of the rooftop lounge's library themed drinks). There is also a lovely library lounge full of books, with a piano, and an endless supply of water, snacks, fruit, as well as a coffee machine which made espresso drinks (cappuccino, espresso, latte, etc) which is available for guests 24/7 which is awesome. My only gripe would be that the bathtub was very slow to drain (like 20 minutes to drain fully from full) but honestly, that is to be expected since the building is historic and the pipes are probably old like most older buildings in NYC. But really, this was all inconsequential because the pros made up for this one very minor con. It's a splurge, the suite there, but so entirely worth it.

I'm reluctant to write this review -- because it felt like we found a secret hotel and well, don't want the secret to get out. A frequent visitor to NYC -- we usually stayed further north and east - nearer to where my father lived. This was to be our first visit since he passed, and we decided to branch out a bit. After perusing hotels online for quite a while, we decided on the Library Hotel - loved the theme of the books. I arrived on a Wednesday - entered a lobby full of books - and went to check in. The staff was particularly friendly and accommodating - not something I'm used to in NYC. We all wanted a little more room -- so we booked two Junior Suites -- a bit higher priced -- but with a fabulous view of the NY Public Library - lots of space - and a lot of light. The bathroom was larger than most I've encountered in the city. The bed was super comfortable - my aching back appreciated it - and the room had a sitting area that was inviting. I was in the Fashion Design room -- and had a blast looking primarily at the picture books! My son arrived with his girlfriend on Thursday. They were given the Astronomy room - another suite, virtual duplicate of mine, with the same views and light. The Madison & Vine restaurant downstairs serves a decent breakfast, lunch, and dinner -- I think we had at least one of each meal. The convenience of an eatery in the building was much appreciated. The 2nd floor reading room was available 24 hours, with water, coffee, fruit and snacks. Available to all. We went to Bookmarks, the rooftop bar, on two occasions -- I loved the "Gone with the Gin" cocktail, my son preferred the 'Gatsby' and his girlfriend tried a bunch of different things. I was told that if you're staying in the hotel (Bookmarks gets a lot of business that is not staying there) - you receive a complimentary cheese tray if you order two drinks. We were thrilled with the quality of the cheese tray. Every employee with whom we engaged was friendly and helpful. We loved the location, easy walk to theater district, and to many other sites. We will definitely be back -- IF they have room! It's a small hotel and my son tried to book a return trip in October -- alas, no availability.

This place is a very cool hotel with a different vibe than anywhere else I've been. Every room represents a part of a card catalog--we stayed in the poetry room. The room was filled with books across different bookshelves dedicated to that topic. I did crack open and read a few pages from a few different books. The focus on books over a TV is a really nice one compared to most hotels. The rooms also feel like a home library in the nicest possible way with dim lights, dark wood tones, and just generally very cozy. They are (like most hotel rooms in New York City) quite small and the normal room even has a full bed instead of queen, which is small even by NYC standards. There's a common reading room where there's a wine and cheese event that happens every afternoon/evening and a breakfast that happens every morning as well as walls and walls of books that you can pick up, read, and take back to your room if you want. There's a rooftop patio which feels like the garden in the sky that it is. It's open to the public as a bar/restaurant after a certain time, but only for hotel guests before then. It was a little awkward when we brought our own bottle of champagne up to share while the bar was open, but the hotel said it was fine and we really enjoyed it. The location is really hard to beat just behind Bryant Park and the main branch of the NYC Public Library. It's on top of the subway and conveniently located in between Midtown (where you're likely to go see a show) and Penn Station (where you're likely to be getting into NYC). The only negatives really are the room size (mentioned above) and the price, which isn't too exorbitant, but still a good notch above the going rate for a similar hotel room without the extra flavor. We got a special and it was still $300/night for a very small room with a full bed and no view.

I absolutely loved my stay, and will come back if I ever go to New York City again. When we checked in, I was told that they were probably done with wine and cheese hour, but the gentleman offered to bring me some wine and cheese up to my room. I declined, but checked on the second floor, and was greeted by a sweet young woman who offered me a glass of Prosecco. Friendly and attentive staff, with one of the gents in the lobby who always greeted us by name. I got a small room, which I expected, and it was very charming and cozy. I had commented on our trip being an early birthday getaway with my husband while we had the chance, and I had a sweet gift waiting for me when I arrived and a very nice note left on the counter. There were also a couple of bottles of water in the mini fridge under the tv set. The room was a bit warm, but that was nothing that a flip of the adjustable thermostat couldn't fix. There were also fully functioning windows to the side of the bed and in front of the bathroom that I had used to quickly get the steam out after showering. (There's no fan in the bathroom) They have a lovely continental breakfast in the morning, and a wonderful espresso machine in their Reading Room on the second floor that is available 24/7, with cookies and coffee available during the times between breakfast and wine and cheese hour. It was our first time in NYC, and this was the best hotel with the most perfect location for us.

My wife is a bookie (not the type that takes bets on games but the type that reads up to 100 books per year). Therefore I thought I would take her on a trip to a place where a bookie would love - the Library Hotel. It was on the expensive side, but that was fine because I expect niche places to come at a premium. I also expect niche places to go above and beyond when it comes to customer service. In the service area, it was hit and miss. Some employees, like the bellhop, were great. My disappointment was in two regards. First, ordered a special "enhance your stay" package called Guilty Pleasure. This package came with a Books by the Foot bundle of about 10 curated books. I told the hotel employee who assisted with this that she has an MFA in creative nonfiction and she reads a lot, therefore how would we handle it if she already read a book. The response was I could take the book she read to Strand Bookstore where they were purchased. As luck would have it, there was one book she already has, so I needed to replace it/ Not being from NY, I had no idea how close or far Strand was from the hotel. Well, it was 1.5 miles away. That left me with a choice of Lyft, train, or walk. Not wanting to further expose myself to coronavirus, I decided to walk. Now great service would have suggested that they would assist me with getting it replaced, but that was not an option they decided to explore. What made it worse was that after the 30 minute walk, I had to wait 15 minutes at the register while the employees tried to figure out what to do with me. You see, they didn't want to let me exchange the book without a receipt. I had no receipt because Library Hotel bought the books. Library Hotel didn't want to exchange the book for me so I had to do it myself. Library Hotel did not give me the receipt or call Strand to tell them I was coming. So I had to wait. Eventually I called the hotel and they, in turn, called Strand. I'm glad they did that much, but the whole experience was the opposite of great service I expect from pricey niche hotels. They also put us in the Photography Suite. The room was nice, but my wife didn't care to look at any of the books. Why? Because her genre is creative non-fiction. She also likes foreign books, which the hotel knew because I also told them this in advance. A great experience would have been to put us in a suite that had books more closely akin to her literary interest. Photography is about as different from creative non fiction as I can imagine. Except, well, that photos can be creative, and if you don't doctor them up I suppose they are a variation of non fiction. I guess... This hotel has lots of nice things about it (nice 2nd floor lounge, lovely rooftop bar and relaxing area) I just hope they pay more attention to the little details to take the experience from average to slightly above average all the way to exceptional. Oh, and when people are trying to be careful with the virus and have thoroughly sanitized the room, you may not want to slide notes under the door warning them that you reserve the right to enter every 24 hours despite the do not disturb sign. I already know you have that right, it's your hotel. But during a crisis people sometimes want to minimize their contact with others - even the housekeepers.

I just got back from another trip to NYC and once again, I stayed at the Library Hotel. This time, no flaws or issues at all. Last time I stayed here there was a temperature issue and they resolved that plus promised me an upgrade were I to visit again. I did and they did. My bed was a queen and the room was slightly larger to accommodate it. Otherwise it was the same exquisite quality. Before I even left, the hotel had called me about my upcoming stay. Wow! They asked me if I would like them to arrange a car and told me all the details, including cost. I was all for it and was very pleased with this additional service. I also tried their restaurant for the first time and was quite pleased with it. I love when there is a restaurant on site and room service available. I got in quite late on Friday night due to airline snafus. My car was right at the airport and the restaurant was still open. Yes, what a great way for a frustrating day to end. All the other amenities are still true in my first review. My second visit included all the excellent qualities and resolved the single negative one. Great job by a quality hotel.

Fun little rooftop cafe to escape the hustle and bustle. Not much of a view because of the big walls, but you can feel you're high up and there's plenty of comfy seats outside. I wasn't staying at the hotel, just walked in and took the elevator up. Sat outside and had a phone call. Drinks are average.

We are sad to leave our sweet home-away-from-home! We spent 6 nights on our honeymoon here and we will absolutely be back. From superior service, attentive librarians, and quirky decor to the free breakfast and afternoon snacks on the second floor there was nothing we can complain about. The rooftop bar serves a mean cocktail and we slept with the windows open to enjoy street noise and a breeze. We stayed in the petite room...and don't let the snarky reviews dissuade you. Sure, it's a small bathroom...but it's NYC. If you can't endure sleeping with your partner in a full-size bed, upgrade. ;) Loved loved loved it here!

I stayed at the library hotel for one night after a recommendation from a friend and it was wonderful! We arrived early and the staff was incredibly nice, they completed our pre-check in and held our bags. Once our room was ready (Junior Suite with One King Bed) we went right up. The suite was tucked around a quiet corner of the floor with a great view of Madison Ave, and 41St. Room looked exactly as cozy and charming as it did on the website filled with books based on our section of the Dewey Decimal system. The 24 hour 2nd floor lounge was welcoming with pastries, fruit, coffee, and tea. The Wine & Cheese reception in the lounge was a tasty highlight. The rooftop bar was warm and inviting. The bar had a menu of literary themed drinks, we had the Autumn Mule and Critic's Choice and both were fantastic. Every staff member was helpful and kind during our stay and we has zero complaints. Every book lover should stay at this hotel at least once in their lives! Points of interest around the hotel include Byrant Park, The New York Public Library (which we could see from our room), Grand Central Station, The Chrysler Building, and Urbanspace Vanderbilt. NYPL gives daily tours which I definitely recommend!

The Library Hotel is not perfect. Our room was quite small, and the internet service was spotty. There was plenty to cheer about, however: Everything in our room was beautifully laid out for maximum utility. And the Library Hotel library on the second floor functions as a 24/7 elite concierge lounge that's available to all hotel guests. The library features an automatic espresso machine that pulls great shots, and it serves a fine breakfast in the morning as well as snacks and wine at the end of the afternoon. When I left the hotel, I got up at 4AM in order to be able to walk to my 5:30AM train in Penn Station. After I packed and left my room, I was able to down an espresso and a small croissant before I began my walk. (Full disclosure: I took a banana as well and ate the banana on the train.) The Library Hotel reminded me of the Washington Square Hotel, which I reviewed in 2016. ("This boutique hotel solves an interesting packing problem: how to get lots of tiny living quarters into a small volume.") My room was not a place where I could stretch out, but the availability of the library made up for the lack of space upstairs.

Well guarded secret of fine boutique hotel filled with books Tea on demand fine coffee americano Amazing place Highly recommended Great service Great location

The Library Hotel was conveniently located and so beautiful! Right outside of Grand Central Station, it's within walking distance from Times Square...but thankfully away from the major hustle and bustle of that area. The room was cozy, and the staff was so friendly! I love that they offer breakfast, snacks (hello coffee!) and a wine and cheese time (5-8 each night!). It really helped to curb cravings or give my sweet tooth a bit of satisfaction. Again, the staff was accommodating and knowledgeable with directions and things to do in the area, which is a big plus. With being a writer, I found the theme adorable and well carried out throughout the hotel. I'd definitely head back. What a lovely gem in NYC!

I absolutely adored this place and paid thousands of dollars to show it. Unfortunately, the staff did not love me as no action was taken when extremely expensive jewelry was taken from my room by the cleaning lady. A classic! You cannot rely on the management to be honest or support a customer who has just paid thousands of dollars. They would rather stick up for their cleaning lady who contributes very little compared to the $ I no longer give them. I was planning on bringing a lawsuit against the place but havent had enough time.

We had a small wedding here at Library hotel just about 3 weeks ago. Margo was exceptional with planning and coordinating! All our guests thoroughly enjoyed the day and the food on our wedding day! Library hotel is perfect for a small wedding and perfect for anybody who is looking to have a intimate wedding with their loved ones! Everyone who works at Library hotel are very nice and professional! Always smiling and always asking if there is anything we needed!! Would highly recommend Library Hotel!!

This hotel has been amazing since I walked in. The staff has been by far the most friendly, helpful and thoughtful of any place I have ever been. Just amazing service!! They leave little weather cards in your room, complimentary wine and they have been at my door within minutes upon request. I'm kind of blown away service like this still exists so I had review them. So glad we decided to go here!

Amazing place to stay! Words can't express just how accommodating and friendly every single person that works here is. The hotel is beautiful and away from all of the hustle and bustle of Times Square. We felt special and important as soon as we walked in the door. This is the place to stay! They know how to run a hotel the right way. We will definitely stay here again.

I've stayed at the Library Hotel a couple of times for work trips and absolutely loooove it. The location is perfect, with a Starbucks directly across the street. The staff is super attentive and friendly. The rooms are cozy and well designed including a desk, closet, mini-fridge, suitcase storage and plenty of bathroom space. Each room is themed and stocked with a handful of books that correspond to each theme. The hotel has a "Reading Room" on the second floor with complimentary continental breakfast, a nightly wine & cheese reception, wi-fi, bathrooms, computers and printers, snacks, etc. The hotel also features a roof top bar if you're looking to get a little swanky! Great value, great hotel!

Was invited here to grab drinks with a former coworker and would have to say it's a pretty nice and quite place to grab a drink. I don't know anything about their hotels, but the bar is a nice spot to hit up after work.

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. I stayed one night to be near work for a meeting and it was perfect. The room was small but super chic and comfortable. I loved the library them we'd all over the hotel. The best part of the stay was the reading room. I enjoyed the complimentary wine, fruits and cheese and the delicious breakfast was full of variety and the service is personable and top notch. All of the ladies were nice and always helpful. I loved the pineapple juices and luckily they're served throughout the day. The snacks are free and so is the breakfast which is an amazing gesture. This was definitely a last minute trip and I would recommend this hotel to friends and coworkers visiting NYC. Ps: Visit the rooftop if it's nice out. It's small but very nice.

I've stayed at so Many hotels across manhattan because of my schedule. This was my favorite hotel . It's quaint charming cozy . I loved it .

A friend told me about this hotel maybe nine years ago, said it was a little pricey but total bliss. Still true. Most of all it's a very benign refuge from city chaos and impersonality, much more like an English boutique hotel. It's actually quiet - though the desk offers ear plugs - and nothing much seems beyond the wiles of the concierge. The food hall at Grand Central is close by, and you can get anywhere easily from this location, uptown or downtown or Brooklyn. In our five nights there, we never tired of the elaborate, good quality breakfast - though Maison Kayser is just a couple of blocks away if you do; fabulous pastries and very good coffee. The tV is tiny, probably as befits a book-centered establishment, and our first room refused to let us watch either PBS or CBS, so no Stephen Colbert. Lots of Europeans, single women, women traveling together. No kids that we ever saw. Cleverly designed and as my friend said, just bliss. I'll have a hard time staying anywhere else in the city....

How did I forget to review this place after all these years? I was probably lost in one of the many books that adorn this hotel, haha. Anyway, Library Hotel is grand and if you don't like it, you're probably one of those illiterate people who "doesn't like to read". :P The service is fantastic, the rooms are lovely and the bars/lounge/roofdeck provide a great place to relax with....a book.

My girlfriend surprised me with a stay at this gorgeous hotel during our recent trip to the city since she knows how much I adore books. The location in Midtown is within walking distance to Times Square, Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park, the Empire State Building, and obviously the iconic New York Public Library. We were well-taken care of from the moment we checked in. The concierge encouraged us to drop our bags at the front desk and go out sightseeing since we arrived ahead of standard check-in time and called shortly after to let us know our room was ready early. We stayed in the Paintings room on the 7th floor, surrounded by books about Dali, O'Keefe, and other artists. The room was extremely clean, cozy, and had one of the most comfortable beds we've ever slept in! There were so many touches that made this a memorable and relaxing stay, like the breakfast, wine and cheese reception, turndown service, and super comfy bathrobes. My girlfriend proposed on the second night of our stay here, and we are so happy that the Library Hotel is part of our engagement story. We are looking forward to coming back many times in the future!

Cozy, Quaint, Amazing Hotel I loved this place for so many reasons. The service was outstanding. The room was small but so comfy and it had character like the whole hotel. The location is perfect. The rooms are quiet and I was right by the life. I got the indulgence package so I was welcomed with a personalized note, 10 books tailored to my writing and reading style, two free drinks at the rooftop bar, as well as friendly staff. The room service was amazingly affordable and the food was incredible. I will definitely be back. Also, free WiFi was fast and never had any spottiness. The rooftop bar is such a cool find with amazing views. There is always food on the second-floor lounge.

If you like books and a boutique hotel atmosphere this is the spot for you. Although it's a bit pricier than other options in the area, the amenities--complimentary snacks/drinks throughout the day, continental breakfast, access to rooftop bar, and a comprehensive happy hour spread--can't be beat. The location is excellent as well--walking distance to Grand Central/trains, Fifth Avenue shopping, Bryant Park, Times Square and, of course, the public library (shout out to Patience and Fortitude). My mom and I stayed here a handful of nights and found the room to be well appointed, if not spacious. For the size of the room, it might have been a good idea to dispense with the round table and small reading chair--as every bibliophile knows, bed is the best place to curl up with a good book, and there was no shortage of reading/lounging spaces throughout the hotel. There is not an on-site gym but passes were provided to the New York Sports Club, just up the street. I also appreciated the daily selection of complimentary newspapers (my favorite--the New York Times followed by a New York Post chaser). I would definitely return when in need of a treat in NYC.

Stayed here as the city was booked. In other words, the hotels where I typically stay were booked. Thought I'd miss the Carlyle and the Peninsula, but the Library was a pleasant surprise! The second floor has a wine and cheese hour from 5 to 8 pm and it is a nice touch. The "bountiful breakfast" however well stocked, is mostly breads, butter and jellies. Some fruit, some hard-boiled eggs, but nothing substantial. There is a coffee machine that makes expresso and other coffees. That was great. Good selection of newspapers, comfortable seating. It is a nice place to relax and unwind. The room was a pleasant surprise. Clean, neat, well appointed. Turn down service. Location is great too. Easy to get to, easy enough to find. Would not mind staying here again.

Review for the Bookmarks rooftop bar: I came here twice. Once with a girlfriend who chose this spot and another time with my new boo who also chose here. I know great people with great taste :) I love this rooftop bar. Every time I've gone the staff has been extremely nice, friendly, and talkative. The rooftop doesn't have an expansive view, but more of an apartment rooftop feel, which I really like. It's classy & cozy. Win-win.

This hotel is absolutely beautiful! I went to the rooftop bar and it was so nicely decorated. They have trees and books in the indoor areas. One thing that is unfortunate is that wall surround the perimeter so the view is obstructed. The drinks were good but the bar food was overpriced and not worth it. The queso dip was the consistency of milk.

Nice spot for hapy hour drinks. Gets super crowded so get there early or late. Love the Midtown rooftop scene during the warmer months. I enjoy the small scale and somewhat secretive nature of this locale.

I'm sitting in the lounge, sipping my morning Americano, at the end of a wonderful week in NY. Listed as one of the best boutique hotels in the city, this gem did not disappoint but continued to delight us throughout the week. High points include the staff. Our main contact was Billy but everyone, including him, were great. We loved the room..thoughtfully designed including a unique dim "night light" in the bathroom. Complimentary breakfast and afternoon wine and cheese were served in the beautiful lounge on the second floor. This was a special wedding anniversary trip for us. The hotel made us feel special and the trip has been a great success. Thank you to the management and staff of the Library Hotel.

We absolutely loved our stay! The team here is most helpful; from last minute dry cleaning to restaurant recommendations, they had us covered. The hotel restaurant was good and the roof top bar was very nice. It's centrally located. We appreciated the breakfast; especially the hard boiled eggs. Our bed was comfortable and the mattress was not overly firm. We're definitely planning a return trip.

The best room is the Love Room, 1106, with a nice balcony and great view of the public library. Honestly, this hotel is great. I can't say much that hasn't already been said but I will add , almost verbatim, that the front desk staff is helpful and and the rooms are very clean. The rooms are also large for a NYC hotel. The Library Hotel offers a breakfast (although I never made it) and wine and cheese for 3 hours. That is a nice touch for a hotel. There is also a large rooftop bar with an outdoor space that is very nice. Come here for a centrally located hotel that doesn't feel like a Wyndham or Marriot. This hotel has character and is immaculate.

A great find, if you like boutique hotels. Great location within 15 minutes walking to Times Square. Has a restaurant and a lively wine bar on 14. Free wine/cheese reception for guests 5-8. The rooms are cozy but you won't spend much time in them anyway, The bathrooms are large. Love the free wifi as well. Friendly staff. I was a little surprised that the elevator doesn't require card access... Shawn's Tip - book way in advance if you want the "Love Room"!

Rooftop is beautiful. Very serene and different from your typical rooftop. I absolutely adore the entire theme of the place. The bar inside on the roof is claustrophobically small, but they will bring your drinks out to you. At the time I was there, they had a speciality frozen rosé and it was great (and I hate rosé)! But great place overall!

Came to the Library Hotel for an event early to help setup. After lobby staff sent me up to the event space, found that the space was not yet available. Returning to the lobby, lobby staff literally asked me to leave since I didn't have a room after standing in the lobby for less than 2 minutes. The gentleman said "I don't want to be that guy but..." Guess what. You are that guy. Will not be booking an event here, or recommend any one stay here in the future.

This hotel is so awesome that it will soon become a landmark in itself. Was very impressed with the service and what's on offer. The proximity to all the famous landmarks makes it even more desirable. I recommend this place to any book lover visiting New York City...

We really enjoyed our stay and all the amenities offered by this charming and very customer-focused hotel. The room was small-ish, the bathroom was quite large; we were comfortable. It is a quiet building that offers a refuge from the outside streets....if you're looking for a home-like atmosphere with happy staff members, then you will find it here.

I spent weeks researching hotels in NYC. I was planning a trip with my daughter, to celebrate her graduating (last month) from college. I had a specific wish list. Non smoking rooms, not a high rise, far enough away from Broadway, yet close enough to walk. I received friend recommendations on different hotels, but review after review (even 5 star hotels) were many negatives - elevator waits that could take 15-30 minutes, smelling cigarette smoke from other guest rooms, photos of cockroaches, peeled wall paper, hair left in sink from the previous guest etc. Then we happened upon The Library Hotel through a search for boutique hotels. Since my daughter is a book lover and writer, she immediately knew that's where she wanted to stay. I read many reviews and couldn't believe all the positives. Some mentioned the small rooms but if you look at the photo gallery before you arrive, this shouldn't be a surprise. Could this hotel really be that good? We booked the hotel during Cyber Monday! We arrived on January 24, 2018 for a two night stay. We arrived at 6:30am, much too early for our room, but the hotel offered to keep our luggage and invited us to their continental breakfast. We were surprised as we were not yet officially guests. After breakfast, we headed out to see the city. At about 8:00am we received a message from Stephanie that our room was ready. We were exhausted from the red eye flight, but by that time we were in Rockefeller Center and decided to continue with our morning plans. We arrived back at the hotel around 1:00pm and very grateful to check in early (regular check in is 3:00). The hotel is beautiful, spotless, and beyond our expectations. We loved the book theme. Having never stayed overnight in New York before, we weren't sure what to expect. I cannot say enough wonderful things about The Library Hotel. The staff was very accommodating and attentive. Stephanie was wonderful. I heard from her before and during our trip offering assistance and forwarding information. Regarding location, it was close to everything. Two blocks, if that, to Grand Central Station. One block to the Public Library and Bryant Park is right behind the library. We attended Anastasia on 44th and the walk took less than 15 minutes. One morning, we walked to the Downton Abbey Exhibition, then on to Central Park, lunch at Tavern on the Green and lastly visited the National Museum of History. Returning back to the hotel from the museum was a reasonable $12 Uber ride. On a side note, we are from Los Angeles and everyone/hotels use low flow shower heads and faucets. Since there is no drought in NYC, the water flowed from the shower head like gentle buckets. Could have stayed in there for hours. Oh, and the elevator - never had to wait more than 20 seconds. If you are researching hotels and wavering on The Library Hotel, you can't go wrong. And yes, this hotel is really THAT GOOD!

My husband and I came to NYC for our honeymoon and for the US Open. After a long search, I am extremely picky, I stumbled upon this little gem. They were very friendly over the phone (each time I called) and when we finally arrived...... Just wow. Our room was upgraded and they did an amazing job with the roses and champagne that we had added. The room was clean, and room well kept. The wine and cheese on the second floor last night was just perfect. We just woke up from our first night here, and for NYC, it was quiet!! Thank for a great stay so far. If anything changes, I will update!