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Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection

4.6starstarstarstarstar(500+)
Average
location_on299 Madison Aveneue, E 41st St, New York, NY, 10017

What Guests Say

comfortable bed (10)noise level (8)
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Score: 42/100

Average value — pricing aligns with market expectations.

Guest Reviews

Amy Binderstarstarstarstar2026-02-21T13:22:40

"We always stay down in SoHo but decided to stay here for the theme. I was nervous that it wasn't going to be a good experience but I was wrong. The doormen, the front desk staff, and housekeepers were so kind and efficient. The rooms are tiny but adequate considering you don't stay in the room all "

Cameron Hugginsstarstarstarstarstar2026-01-20T18:51:38

"Great stay at the Library Hotel for my birthday. They let me check in early & left a birthday gift in the room. The hotel bar & reading room lounge were both incredible. Great room size for NYC. Love the book theme, classy but well integrated! A little hard to find the entrance from the street. High"

Ben Gibbonsstarstarstar2026-02-11T22:18:04

"Room was okay, bathtub didn't drain well. We had dinner at the on-site restaurant, it was really good until dessert, which was a dry brownie that we barely touched. After we paid for dinner, we went back to hotel lounge, where the concierge abruptly accused us of not paying for our dinner, despite l"

Amber Grapevinestarstarstarstarstar2025-12-28T02:41:38

"This is a great spot in Midtown to stay. Love the ambiance of the library feel with custom rooms. The size is big by NYC standards. The reading room was great with coffee, water and snacks. Oscar was super helpful getting us gym access. Would stay again."

Aishastarstarstarstarstar2025-12-28T19:30:42

"Fantastic hotel! Service was wonderful, loved the drinks and amenities in the lounge and the rooftop bar. Location is great and the beds are very comfortable. Also loved the library details. Will definitely stay again for next time in NYC."

About

Located 2 blocks from Grand Central Station and a block from the landmark New York Public Library, this book-themed boutique hotel is also 4 blocks from Times Square and the Theater District. Cozy rooms feature minibars, books and themed art, plus free Wi-Fi, cable TV and DVD players Upgraded rooms add city views, terraces, curated libraries and/or pull-out sofas. Room service is available. There's an American bistro and a rooftop cocktail lounge, along with 3 meeting rooms. Breakfast is available.

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Review Keywords

proximity to grand central (32)reading room (22)rooftop bar (22)comfortable bed (10)bookmarks bar (8)boutique hotel (8)noise level (8)book theme (4)free coffee (4)2nd floor lounge (3)

Amenities

Free Wi-FiPaid breakfastPaid parkingAccessibleAir-conditionedLaundry serviceBusiness centerRoom serviceRestaurantBarSmoke-free
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Low Dissatisfaction Risk

2% of reviews indicate dissatisfaction — in line with expectations for this category.

Rating Distribution

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555
4star
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3star
40
2star
9
1star
12