Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection

4-star hotel Excellent 299 Madison Ave, New York, NY, 10017
Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection

About Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection

Located within 2 minutes’ walk of Bryant Park and Grand Central Terminal, this boutique Midtown hotel offers Wi-Fi, and a library. Decorated with the theme of a traditional American library, the rooms at Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection include amenities like a flat-screen cable TV and an iPod docking station. A bathrobe and slippers are also provided. Our restaurant, Madison & Vine, serves daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. The rooftop bar and Poetry Garden offer literary inspired cocktails and city views. Times Square and the Empire State Building are within 15 minutes’ walk of the hotel. The New York Public Library is 2 minutes' walk away.

Amenities

  • Wi-Fi
  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.8 / 5
Excellent 1006 reviews

The Library Hotel is a charming boutique hotel with a unique library theme, offering a convenient location near Grand Central and Broadway. Guests appreciate the friendly and accommodating staff, as well as the second floor lounge with complimentary snacks and beverages. However, some guests find the rooms to be small and the amenities limited, with a few mentioning issues with the TVs and bathrooms.

What guests liked
  • Unique library theme
  • Convenient location near Grand Central and Broadway
What could be better
  • Small rooms
  • Limited amenities and issues with TVs and bathrooms
  • Anthony Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Rooms were very clean, AC was hit or miss, didn't seem to be working at the end of my stay.

  • Breck Jun 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Great location, mid-town Manhattan, a block from the famous NY public library, could see it from the room. The library theme was evident everywhere, wish I had time to delve into the many books on offer in the room and elsewhere. Nice bar at the top, friendly staff, clean and comfortable room. Minimal breakfast offerings but good coffee which is my main objective. Hard to think of anything, was expensive but that's NYC. There was scaffolding around the property which detracted from the views, but was a minor issue.

  • Neela Jun 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    Terrible terrible rooms and value

  • James Jun 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Karen Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    We love this hotel but it has certainly not maintained the pre covid ameni

  • Claire Louise May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great position for sight-seeing (esp. as close to Grand Central. Clean, large enough room with everything we needed. Very comfy bed and quiet enough room. The best thing was the coffee, cans and snacks that were available 24/7 in The Reading Room. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend.

  • Keith May 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Great service and location. The Scoffolding on the outside

  • Romulo May 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Front door services are great.

  • Romulo May 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Front door services are great.

  • Sydney May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The rooms are little- but you are in NYC to explore, not hang in the room. It’s close to easy cab hailing, restaurants, theater, shopping. The book theme is clever and works great so close to the main branch. I’d love to see other rooms. We’ll return!

  • Patricia May 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Location was very convenient. I particularly liked the second floor lounge with free coffee and soft drinks, fruit and croissants. Great place to hang out midst the books. Clever decor. Very friendly and helpful staff My petite room was small, as expected, but quite dark. But clever to use books and bookshelves as decor

  • Patricia May 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    My petite room was small, as expected, but quite dark. But clever to use books and bookshelves as decor

  • Amber May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    There reading room was available 24 hours/day, stocked with cold drinks, coffee and snacks. Staff was very friendly. A wonderful boutique hotel.

  • Annette May 2026 · via booking
    3.5/5

    Good

  • Danny May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff were friendly and helpful.

  • Judith May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Wonderful staff and lovely surroundings

  • Thukral May 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Gayle May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Location was very convenient, and the concept with the dewy decimal system, reading room and bookmarks club was just our vibe When we were there scaffolding was all over the windows so had no view; and there was no a/c option at the time, they just had us open the windows

  • Gayle May 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Location was very convenient, and the concept with the dewy decimal system, reading room and bookmarks club was just our vibe When we were there scaffolding was all over the windows so had no view; and there was no a/c option at the time, they just had us open the windows

  • SHELLY May 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    The hotel needs upgraded. The blinds in the room did not work properly.Terrible traffic and construction noises throughout the evening making it almost impossible to sleep. The amenities are great with the guest lounge offering complementary water, snacks drinks throughout the day. However, I could never stay here again. Restaurant was good.

  • David May 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Location. 24/7 lounge with refreshments. Covered in scaffolding. We were never pre-warned. Air conditioning poor. Room lighting insufficient. Street noise meant we could not open windows.

  • Lori May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Loved the second floor coffee, snack area, it was nice to get bottled water and snacks at our convenience. The staff was very good at directing and getting us taken care of throughout our stay.

  • Valerie May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Every employee is friendly and helpful

  • Helen May 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Whitney Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    I love all of the books!! The location down the street from the library was lovely! This place was perfect for me and my daughter for a weekend getaway!

  • Laura Apr 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    We are repeat visitors to the Library Hotel. It's a charming, comfortable, very well located boutique hotel. We especially appreciate the common rooms: the Reading Room on the 2nd floor is open 24/7. There's a selection of snacks, fruit, soft drinks, coffee/tea. There's a roof top bar and comfortable indoor and outdoor lounges. The staff is friendly and gracious, too. No complaints!

  • Laura Apr 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    We are repeat visitors to the Library Hotel. It's a charming, comfortable, very well located boutique hotel. We especially appreciate the common rooms: the Reading Room on the 2nd floor is open 24/7. There's a selection of snacks, fruit, soft drinks, coffee/tea. There's a roof top bar and comfortable indoor and outdoor lounges. The staff is friendly and gracious, too. No complaints!

  • Adrianna Apr 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    I like the peaceful atmosphere and the book theme throughout the hotel. The library lounge is a favorite. I don't like that there is not a do not disturb sign for the door. I don't like it when housekeeping comes into my room when I don't want them entering.

  • Adrianna Apr 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    I like the peaceful atmosphere and the book theme throughout the hotel. The library lounge is a favorite. I don't like that there is not a do not disturb sign for the door. I don't like it when housekeeping comes into my room when I don't want them entering.

  • Bettina Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    It is a gracious, comfortable place to stay, wonderfully located. The restaurant downstairs is excellent, and the Reading Room a real plus.

  • Paula Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Breakfast was ordered from a menu with a nicely varied selection.

  • Gary Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location. Nice rooftop deck, 2nd floor lounge was also good for meetings

  • Cherie Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    This hotel was excellent! The staff were all friendly and helpful, and the amenities were so good. The 24 hr. snack room was perfect, and they had an amazing coffee machine we used every day to make espresso drinks. The location was perfect for us, as this was our first trip to NYC, and we were able to get everywhere we needed to get from this central location. I'd book here again in a heartbeat!

  • Stephen Apr 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Great location, clean comfy rooms, friendly staff, lovely food. For the price couldn’t have asked for better. Nothing

  • Carla Apr 2026 · via booking
    3.5/5

    Great location, quiet, and very pleasant staff. I tried three Kuerig coffee makers and all were broken. That made my very early am wake-up tough.

  • Carla Apr 2026 · via priceline
    3.5/5

    Great location, quiet, and very pleasant staff. I tried three Kuerig coffee makers and all were broken. That made my very early am wake-up tough.

  • Bob Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Everything was great! Great location

  • Jeremy Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Excellent breakfast, everything we needed in our room, and a whole floor of extras if we missed anything.

  • Nina Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff was beautifully attentive and helpful. I loved my Stay and will be back.

  • Nelson Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Rooms are themed based on different literature genres. They have a great second floor with coffee and snacks available. The rooftop lounge was nice. Very close to Grand Central Station.

  • Lisa Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    This stay was beyond our expectations! The staff were the best and tended to any needs we had efficiently and joyfully. This stay was one of the best we’ve ever had. One of the perks we really enjoyed was the Reading Room. We would highly recommend this experience to anyone, but especially book and library enthusiasts. 💜

  • Claudia Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Amazing hotel!

  • Elizabeth Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    We had a great time at Library Hotel. The room was clean and comfortable, though a bit too warm. We loved the Reading Room and the bar on the top floor. The location was also excellent. Convenient to go anywhere! We will be back!

  • Ann Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very convenient to get to all parts of the City. For travellers who don’t know NYC well- the New York public library is a must sto

  • Mary Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The room was cold but the staff got me an extra comforter which made sleeping quite cozy.

  • Kathryn Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Fun boutique hotel for book lovers. Around the corner from the Public Library and Grand Central Station- a great walkable location. Each room has a book theme - so ask what topic options you have. General knowledge was fun. 14th floor rooftop bar is awesome. We’ll be back! Highly recommend!

  • John Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Room was very clean. Daily housekeeping provided. Front desk, housecleaning and front door staff were all very friendly and helpful. Really liked the 2nd floor hospitality suite. It was a great place to unwind after a day of sightseeing in NYC. Rooms were pretty small, but 2nd floor suite allowed for stretching out with more space. We could hear some street noise, during busy hours at night and morning, but not enough to prevent an enjoyable stay. Location was very convenient. Would stay here again.

  • Ana Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Location is amazing, near Bryant Park and a short walk from Times Square. Staff was amazing and room was clean. Amenities were great, this is definitely my choice when coming back.

  • Kristina Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    This stay

  • Julie Feb 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    Nice hotel. Convenient location. Friendly staff. Bring your own bed. What’s that you say? Not to worry if you stay put. But if you roll over, you’ll land on the floor. Not to worry, the general manager assured me that the mattresses are changed yearly. When is that exactly? He apologized that I got hurt.

  • Stephen Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Clean, well-designed room that works for a single or a couple. Perfect central location. Nice staff. Very hard to beat

  • Brad Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    What an amazing hotel! Very friendly staff and the 24 hour lounge with books, drinks and snacks is a treasure. We a small issue with our TV not workings they sent someone right up to check it out and then quickly moved us to another room! Definitely returning here for our next NYC stay!

  • Melissa Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff was very courteous and the room was very clean and adequately stocked with amenities

  • Anne Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    One difficulty - hard for old eyes is how dark the room is. Just a little more light. Nonetheless, we keep coming back to The Library Hotel.

  • Lisa Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Yes

  • Kathleen Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    A great hotel, the staff was wonderful and went above and beyond. We were so pleased with the room and the size of both our rooms.Great location too. Will be back.

  • Kelly Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Fantastic staff, location and amenities

  • Stephanie Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great menu choices, eggs Benedict, and other made to order deliciousness

  • Susan Jan 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Would not return.

  • Christine Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The second floor offers 24 hour snacks, coffee, and water was extremely helpful! Thank you for a wonderful stay.

  • Susan Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Staff were so nice and helpful. The lounge area with coffee and snacks was great.

  • Tara Dec 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    All staff was kind and I was welcomed quickly upon arrival. My short stay flowed nicely! The room was cozy and clean. Especially enjoyed the wonderful holiday martini next door at Madison & Vine!

  • Leslie Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Great location, helpful staff, wonderful restaurant attached

  • Erin Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location, friendly staff, clean, and best all of for me - quiet at night!! Will definitely put The Library Hotel on my short list of return hotels.

  • Eileen Dec 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Staff were excellent. Rooftop bar was nice. 2nd floor coffee and tea 24 hour service in lounge was nice with Snacks of some fruit and nut bars. Bed comfortable. Room very small. No where to sit so the 2nd floor lounge is a good option. Hotel could use some updating. Very convenient to theaters.

  • Nicholas Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Wonderful location, well maintained and excellently staffed! We’ve stayed many times and will return.

  • Debbie Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Loved this little boutique hotel, great location, close to Grand Central Terminal and Bryant Park, we could get around the city very easily. The decor (book theme) was fabulous and the staff was super friendly and helpful!

  • Mary Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Wonderful team to help with anything needed for my stay. First rate experience Thank you entire Library Hotel team. 💕

  • Lauren Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Really wonderful staff especially reception. Loved the clean room and bathroom. Liked the snacks on 2nd floor.

  • vanessa Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location! Staff were all amazing. Great value. Nice rooftop bar. Room was spacious. Free drinks and snacks 24/7 was invaluable.

  • Pedro Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    We were never able to find the place! We called to get directions and ask about parking. The person that answered and was terribly rude because we had called for directions and another time to ask where we are to park. Instead of being helpful he was rude and wouldnt give us directions. We never even found the place, terrible way to treat people who are not local and having trouble. We left the city immediately and will never be back.

  • John Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Always attentive and willing to help. The restaurant which part of the hotel Also has great service staff. Breakfast is always good with lots of choose. Must admit the petite rooms are very thigh . The rooftop bar is worth a visit but cocktail list is limited. Overall a good hotel.

  • Sharla Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff were so friendly - all of them - and the second floor lounge was a perfect spot to hang out and have some downtime. The books made it all feel cozy.

  • Roger Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Have had several stays at Library Hotel. Always great.

  • Kristin Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The staff were lovely and my room was clean and cozy. I absolutely loved the Reading Room. The downstairs restaurant and rooftop lounge were also nice.

  • Bryan Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Friendly staff

  • Bettina Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything perfect!

  • Rayford Nov 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Room was just adequate

  • Nicole Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The hotel was clean and beautiful! Location is amazing and the charm of the place is wonderful!

  • Gary Nov 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Excellent quirky hotel in excellent Manhattan location.

  • dale Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Its also a quiet reading room with many books

  • Timothy Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location and friendly staff.

  • David Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Exceptionally friendly staff, convenient and quiet location. Pleasant 2nd floor loung with good coffee.

  • Pamela Oct 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Room was adequate. Hotel is a bit dated but great location and friendly staff.

  • Nicole Oct 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Needs an update. Old books around give it a old bookstore smell.

  • April Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I loved my stay. Staff were nice and accommodating. Access to the second floor with seating, snacks and books was a really nice amenity. It was mostly quiet even while some construction is going on during the day. Get midtown location as well, very close to Bryant park and grand central and not too far from theaters and Times Square. Would definitely stay again when back in NYC.

  • Karen Oct 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    The services provided by this hotel were formerly exceptional and worth the higher price. It had an air of luxury that was appreciated. We always stayed at the Library or Casablanca when in New York. Before covid, a lovely continental breakfast was provided on the second floor as well as wine and cheese at happy hour. Now there are no services provided but a $25 per day resort fee has been imposed. We asked for slippers and were told they would be delivered only to be told later that they had been ordered but there was a delay by the supplier so they were not available. The outside temp at night was in the 40's but the heat had not even been turned on in the hotel. We were given a space heater. Several days later, it appeared that the heat was turned on as our room was too hot. Although there is a thermostat in the room, it does not work and you cannot control the temperature in your room. I needed a pen and paper to jot down the name of a restaurant but none are even provided in the room. There was not even a soap dish in the bathroom. The liquid dispensers in the shower are very difficult to operate. The "free" breakfast now at the restaurant on ground level was not valuable to us. Although we could get a $20 omelette, we could not get a bagel or a latte without paying for it. The staff is still lovely but we won't be returning. When it feels like a chain hotel, we may as well pay the cheaper prices for one. This group of hotels has changed ownership in 2025.

  • Matthew Oct 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Room was stuffy first night but got better.

  • Patrick Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Very good hotel.

  • Karen Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location

  • Mark Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Lovely clean rooms, friendly staff and a great extra option of the 2nd floor coffees and treats. Also roof top bar well worth a visit!

  • Dana Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Charming boutique Hotel in a good location. The only challenge was there was no AC because the heat was on it was warm. We had to open our windows and thus noisy other than that. It was a great place to stay.

  • Brigitta Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    I liked the books and the idea. The room was too hot and I wasn't able to turn down the heat. The room was noisy from the traffic and building sites outside.

  • Leigh Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    This was the perfect location to walk to the NY Public Library, Bryant Park, Broadway, Times Square and Rockefeller Center.

  • Lori Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Lovely hotel with a library feel. Great friendly staff, clean and welcoming. Rooftop top was exceptional and great drink menu with amazing appetizers. Highly recommend this exquisite hotel near both train stations.

  • Thomas Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff was exceptional across all areas. Friendly, smiling, engaging, and it all appeared sincere.

  • Jamie Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We had a very pleasant stay at the Library. Its cute, the rooftop bar was awesome. It's was a good location for all our activities. The 24 hour coffee/snack reading room is a huge bonus! The restaurant was awesome. This was my 3rd time staying and I'll stay there next time as well.

  • Lisa Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Amazing experience. Wish the Bookmarks menu was a little more robust with options. Also, needs to make note of allergens. Will definitely return.

  • Patricia Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We liked the library concept with all the books, the open lounge with coffee, tea and snacks as great- my husband would haves like half and half of the coffee but did fine without it. The staff was pleasant, helpful and professional

  • Cara Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    There was someone using a jack hammer out side our window from 9:30 to 5:00 pm all 4 days. We requesed to be moved twice and were told that the only rooms like ourd were above us or below us so the noise would be the same. Fine, why not offer to move us to a different type of room. We ended up leaving 4 hour early and just hung out in the airport. What a waste of $725.00 a night.

  • Aye Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Unique: each room has a literature theme (e.g., history, nature, business, even erotic literature!) which made it fun and a great conversation piece. The lounge with coffees, teas, waters, juices, fruits and snacks was super convenient (and essential given the room does not have coffee machine) and is also a nice library and lounge. Staff was helpful. The restaurant on the main floor was very good for breakfast and dining.

  • Christa Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The rooftop bar is great for drinks or a light meal, while the residents' lounge was handy for coffees, snacks and soft drinks. We hadn't realised we had breakfast included - well worth it as the restaurant did a decent variety of options...and was also excellent in the evening if you didn't want to leave the hotel after a long day sightseeing. I would pick the Library Hotel again if I come back to NYC

  • Lauri Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    This is a lovely hotel in a great area for public transportation and is just steps away from Grand Central Station. The only drawback was the very loud construction work on the building being conducted through October according to the permit posted. The loud grinding or drilling noise vibrated in my room during the time I was there during the day.

  • robert Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Older boutique hotel close to Bryant park. Hotel in good condition and clean with nice rooftop bar, snack area and restaurant. Price is very high for what you get with a small room. Hotel also under heavy repairs/ maintenance so hidden by all the scaffolding.

  • Lynn Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Very disappointing. Not worth the price. Room extremely small. TV small and hard to see. Bed uncomfortable. “Free” breakfast (except for the tip we had to pay) ordinary and tasteless. Bathroom tiny and seemed out of the 1980s. I was expecting so much more for the price we paid. Will never come back to a Library hotel again.

  • Debra Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Carpet was very dirty

  • Christina Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    This hotel was a short walk to restaurants and many attractions. It was located in a safe area and had many great amenities. One of our favorite was 24 hr access to beverages and snacks on the second floor. We will be returning again.

  • Roger Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great as always!

  • john Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice small hotel with a fine restaurant and roof top bar.

  • Christina Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We loved having 24 hr access to the 2nd floor for coffee, beverages and snacks.

  • Christina Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    This was our first time staying at the Library Hotel and we will definitely be returning whenever we visit New York. It is centrally located and walking distance to broadway shows. The second floor had snacks, coffee, waters and beverages that made it convenient to get 24 hrs a day. All of the staff that we encountered were extremely courteous and made our week long stay enjoyable.

  • Daniel Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The hotel was so cozy and staff was helpful and attentive to our needs with a car, parking and luggage! The room was clean and so cozy! The rooftop bar was perfect for. Beautiful summer night and drinks were made perfect by the staff. The reading room on the second floor was a nice and special place to relax. We shall return!

  • Verified Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    That said..! Once we got in- beautiful hotel and room, check in and service were great. Quaint feeling in a big city with a nice rooftop bar. Each room has a cute theme- made for great conversation starters with our group on business travel. I’d stay again for sure.

  • Yen Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Library Hotel was a great stay! Rooms were clean and comfortable, with nice little library-related touches. Loved that we had fruit-infused water, water bottles and fruit and snacks and a casual place to hang out in the Reading Room - it could have been even better if there were more cushy couches/arm chairs but every hotel definitely needs a reading room! Thanks for a great stay!

  • Karen Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great property and enjoyed stay immensely.

  • Cecilia Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Thoroughly enjoyed my short stay here. I was in the "Management" room on the 6th floor. Small, but more than ample. Books everywhere, which was a delight. Also enjoyed time in The Reading Room area and the Bookmarks Lounge. Would most definitely stay here again.

  • ROSEMARY Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very cozy comfortable rooms

  • Betsy Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We had a lovely time at the Library Hotel. It’s very cozy place with a great rooftop bar and a nice lounge with snacks, tea, coffee, and soft drinks included. Best of all it’s a very short walk to Bryant Park, Grand Central, the theater district, and it’s easy to get any where in the city from the location.

  • Susan Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Would like better access to ice. Would have liked extended checkout

  • Amy Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We switched hotels and came here. The room was cleaning, service was great, and amenities were incredible.

  • Alyssa Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great hotel! Staff was super friendly & helpful. Great location, very walkable & centrally located. Would stay here again when visiting NYC.

  • Mary Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We loved the books and especially the reading room. The staff were wonderful and helpful.

  • Verified Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Huge drawback is the breakfast which I paid for fit 5 nights- everything tastes like cardboard, mediocre coffee, terrible bread. In addition they add an unannounced charge “resort” fee for WiFi and a depressing room they call a lounge with coffee and a few cold drinks- definitely not worth $25 per day and a devious and semi illegal practice.

  • Verified Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Staff very friendly, room super comfortable, quiet, close to all we needed.

  • Lyann Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Amazing time! Will stay again. Would also just go back even for the rooftop experience! My book club had an amazing time here and we stood for 4 days!

  • Daniela Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Front desk service was great. Very accommodating.

  • gill Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Wonderful hotel, like staying in an exclusive dinig club. I loved the quirkiness of the rooms and the lounge and the staff were genuine and welcoming. Great location for mid manhattan. I would definitely stay there again.

  • monica Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great staff and nice rooms.

  • monica Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was a great stay and very courteous staff!

  • Shannon Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great stay with my daughter for a fun weekend in the city.

  • Sheryl Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I love this hotel! It is comfortable, quiet, and very relaxing. All of the staff was very kind and accommodating. Being surrounded by books is like being in heaven! It is my favorite getaway!

  • Paula Jul 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Comfortable beds. Small but efficient rooms.

  • Kristin Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Lovely hotel with exceptional staff. Highly recommend

  • James Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Love all the books in every room.

  • Beth Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Arrived less than an hour after landing at LaGuardia and catching a cab. Able to check in early- room was small but had plenty on room for two of us and our suitcases. Decor was cute, and loved the blackout shade. Nice size shower - easy to turn on and figure out- nice water pressure. Lots room for toiletries. Lots of shopping and restaurants near by. Felt safe walking with my tean daughter. Walked Daily to broadway for shows. Loved the 2nd floor had free coffee every morning there and grabbed free water from the frig- very convenient to have a place to just sit! Our last morning we walked to Grand Central easily to catch a train. Staff very helpful and nice. Already booked another stay.

  • Shifra Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved the reading room and jazz library ambience! Highly recommend the breakfast voucher

  • Eileen Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very unique, wonderful location for my trip plans, and excellent, courteous staff. There's a great restaurant on site and a rooftop bar as well.

  • Amanda Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Highly recommend!

  • Alison Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was a great trip!

  • Kellan Jul 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Good location. Close to grand central. Lots of road work noise. Comfortable room and amenities.

  • Nathan Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Good find! Great location. Good services and amenities. Annetive staff. A place for people who enjoy reading.

  • Andrea Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The Library is very conveniently located, with a professional and polite staff. It is very clean and well maintained. The books in the rooms are a nice touch as is the availability of light snacks and drinks in the reading room. A note of caution- the petite room IS petite and ok for short stays for 1 person but not more.

  • David Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Back for sure!

  • Martha Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great hotel in a great location!

  • Louise Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location

  • Rick Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Very good location to shop and eat. Fairly close to Central Park as well.

  • Jason Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Book lovers will love it. Good location too.

  • Lena Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    This is a great place to stay in a great location. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The library was so nice, especially being able to grab snacks and drinks after walking around the city. Breakfast was good every morning and the coffee was so good!

  • Louis Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    It was fine. Small room but staff very nice. Rooftop bar nice. Adjacent restaurant was really good.

  • Christine Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Perfect

  • Joshua Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Clean hotel, easy check in, friendly staff, great lounge with snacks and coffee. Perfect location.

  • Rattana Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great places. Highly recommended!

  • Regina Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Wonderful hotel

  • Gloria May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We loved the second floor dining area and the wonderful location. We will be coming back! thank you!

  • Sean May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I love ❤️ this property

  • Kari May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excellent service, great staff, and a great location

  • Shirley Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice location Close walking distance to many attractions

  • Don Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Fun, quirky hotel with excellent restaurant and rooftop bar. Reading room is wonderful. Rooms small, but well organized.

  • Damon Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Fabulous unique hotel with scholarly books in every room and a rooftop bar.

  • Verified Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The doorman was fantastic and that’s about it.

  • Lesley Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location ! Staff were extremely friendly and helpful ! Breakfast was lovely ! The lounge area where tea/ coffee and snacks were available was a real bonus !

  • William Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything about our stay met or exceeded our expectations. I especially liked the 2nd Floor lounge and 1 pm checkout.

  • Heather Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great stay!

  • Mike Mar 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    When I turned on the shower...Brown water came out and the drain was semi plugged and slow for the water to drain. At the end of my shower I was standing in 5" of water. I told the front desk and was told that is normal. I was expecting a discount for the inconvenience. I let them know of this issue after the first night of my 3 day stay. I left disappointed. For the money I spent per night, I was expecting better hospitality.

  • Gisela Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    It’s a beautiful small hotel. I love the rooftop garden and it has a beautiful library café.

  • Maureen Feb 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I really enjoyed the Library Hotel. It was small with very friendly helpful staff. They had a lovely lounge floor where there was fresh coffee, water, snacks, fresh fruit available 24/7. The floors all had literary themes and each room a genre within that theme with books galore inside! It was quite charming.

  • Lynn Feb 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The beds were comfortable, and I loved the small size of the hotel and the library themed rooms

  • Bruce Feb 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Noisy, rooftop bar closed

  • Peter Feb 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We loved the library theme and especially the lounge area where we could rest and regroup with our adult children in between adventures. The room was cozy and comfortable.

  • Stephanie Feb 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Wanted a quiet yet convieient hotel without many amenities as I was visiting a friend. No kids or loud patrons.

  • Nancy Feb 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Such a beautiful, cozy, inspiring hotel that has such lovely features such as the reading room and rooftop garden.

  • Timothy Jan 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    This property has lost its soul. The service on 2nd floor, which was so iconic to hotel, is gone; the room interior was worn out and dated; and the resort fee is a joke. Very sad for someone how has stayed for so many years.

  • Adam Jan 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I spent a weekend here and enjoyed my stay. The staff were very nice and accommodating. The location is excellent. Right next to Grand Central Station. If you’re flying into JFK you can take the LIRR directly to Grand Central which is especially convenient. You are within walking distance of many of the City’s top attractions. The rooms were nice and functional. However they are very small and have some wear and tear. But that’s the case with most of nyc’s hotels. They have a relaxing and comfortable lounge on the 2nd floor with coffee, fruit, and snacks. They also have roof top bar which is pretty cool.

  • Laurie Jan 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Wonderful little boutique hotel.

  • Adrienne Jan 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Highly recommend! The staff was wonderful, and the hotel very clean and well-kept. We loved that there was the 2nd floor reading room filled with books, tables to work from, and 24 hours of beverages and snacks. We weren't so thrilled with the first-floor restaurant. The roof bar had great appetizers and a wonderful staff. Close to everywhere we needed to be and out of all the major noise and congestion of the City. We will be visiting again, as well as their other hotels.

  • Gayle Jan 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The ambience was lovely, the reading room so beautiful and civilized, the staff were very friendly and helpful. My room was charming and perfect. Thank you!

  • Allison Jan 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Rooms were roomy (for nyc) and perfect location. 2 blocks from Bryant park and 3-4 to Times Square. 2 blocks from 5th Avenue. Rooftop bar drinks were delicious and space was welcoming and fun. Could not have asked for better service with check in/ check out. Great value for a fabulous hotel.

  • Marty Jan 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The Library Hotel in Manhattan is a very nice property. The best thing about our stay was the front desk staff. They were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. The room was nice but there is very little indoor lighting and the weather was very dreary on our trip so it seemed dark. The value for the location and property was very good. I would stay there again.

  • Christine Jan 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Perfect hotel, staff was nice and helpful.

  • Daniel Jan 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Checkin was easy and efficient. Hotel is small and perfect. Quiet, quick elevators, great location, rooms are big and well equipped. 10 out of 10!

  • Susan Jan 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved that they had a longe on floor 2 that you can relax and have complimentary refreshments and snacks. Very nice restaurant downstairs and rooftop bar.

  • Xiomara Jan 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Near everything, love itttt if I go back to NY... defenetly I will stay there again.

  • Jennifer Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    This is my favorite hotel to stay at in NYC. Staff is amazing and you can’t beat the location.

  • Maryam Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    The indoor architecture was unique. It was nice to stay there. But we still could hear the noise of outside traffic.

  • sara Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very happy with our stay here. Great location and very good on site restaurant. The snack area was much appreciated too (included in the additional daily resort fee). Very walkable to Rockefeller Center and Times Square and Broadway shows, as well as very quick walk to Grand Central station to catch the subway to everywhere else we wanted to go.

  • Elizabeth Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Lots of books. Second floor coffee and fruit, nuts, etc was nice

  • Holly Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff was very friendly and helpful.

  • Lori Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved the Library concept. Rooms were clean, larger than expected and attended to daily. Front Desk was wonderful.

  • Jaime Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Wonderful stay at the Library Hotel! The hotel was beautiful and inviting, staff was warm and attentive, location was convenient and walkable. Will stay again.

  • Carol Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Perfect spot in the city!

  • Cynthia Dec 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Loved the hotel actually. Was charged a $100 resort fee when checking out. I asked about any added fees when I checked in and was told there weren’t any.

  • George Dec 2024 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Beautiful hotel with excellent accommodations. Super friendly staff at every encounter. Comfortable, chic, safe, and inviting.

  • ELLEN Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great place to stay-convenient, spacious and easy to get to

  • Debra Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Came to NYC for a family wedding. The room was small but had a king bed and was comfortable. Loved the second floor library lounge with coffee and snacks. The rooftop bar was awesome. Dislike the added Resort fee as it is a Hotel and not a resort.

  • Norikazu Nov 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    It is another home in New York for us. We always book this hotel. Great atmosphere of liberty, nice location and great staff. Especially the lounge in 2nd floor is very useful, we have coffee and soda anytime and it’s free. We love this place so much!

  • Tracy Nov 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff was absolutely the best in every way! The location is perfect and the room was very nice and spacious.

  • Verified Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The staff at the front desk/lobby were so pleasant and accommodating. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely consider the Library Hotel for our next trip to NYC!

Frequently asked questions about Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection

Does Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection offers Wi-Fi for guests.
Does Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection.
Does Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection have a fitness center?
Yes, Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection features an on-site fitness center for guests.
Where is Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection located, and how walkable is the area?
Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection is located at 299 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10017. With a Walk Score of 98, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

  • Javits Center 1.2 mi
  • Brooklyn Cruise Terminal 5.3 mi
  • Laguardia Airport 5.8 mi

House rules

Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 1:00 PM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available

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