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Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection

299 Madison Ave, New York, NY, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
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Non-Smoking
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About this property

Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection is a 4-star independent boutique hotel located in the heart of New York, NY, steps from One Vanderbilt and within a 5-minute walk of Grand Central Terminal. The property houses 60 guest rooms in a central Manhattan location surrounded by iconic landmarks and major attractions.

The 60 air-conditioned rooms feature iPod docking stations, down comforters, and Egyptian cotton sheets on all beds. Private bathrooms are equipped with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Each room includes a safe, desk, and telephone with free local calling. Guests consistently rate room comfort at 4.5 out of 5.

On-site dining is available at Madison and Vine, a bistro offering American cuisine with a bar and lounge and outdoor seating. Room service is available during limited hours, and cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for an additional fee. The property operates one restaurant and one bar/lounge.

Amenities include a rooftop terrace and garden, both offering views of the surrounding cityscape. Guests have complimentary access to a nearby fitness facility. The property offers concierge services, wedding services, a banquet hall with three meeting rooms, a 24-hour business center, and a library. Additional services include a safe-deposit box at the front desk, luggage storage, and arrangements for tours and ticket assistance.

Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection sits 0.6 miles from the New York Public Library and 0.6 miles from the Empire State Building, with Rockefeller Center, Chrysler Building, and St. Patrick's Cathedral also within walking distance. Guests rate the location highly at 4.9 out of 5, and the property holds an overall guest rating of 4.7 out of 5 with a 92.2% recommendation rate.

Check-in is available from 3:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 1:00 PM. The property is smoke-free and does not permit pets, though service animals are welcome. The hotel features wheelchair-accessible accommodations throughout, including accessible paths, registration desk, restaurant, and meeting spaces.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection, you'll be centrally located in New York, steps from One Vanderbilt and within a 5-minute walk of Grand Central Terminal. This boutique hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from New York Public Library and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Empire State Building.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

5th Avenue - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
One Vanderbilt - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Grand Central Terminal - 0.2 km / 0.2 mi
Bryant Park - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Chrysler Building - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
New York Public Library - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Rockefeller Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Broadway - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Empire State Building - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Times Square - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
St. Patrick's Cathedral - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Herald Square - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Macy's - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Top of the Rock Observation Deck - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
New York Times Building - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi

The nearest airports are:
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 15.3 km / 9.5 mi
Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 20.4 km / 12.6 mi
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 28.1 km / 17.5 mi
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 27.1 km / 16.9 mi
Linden, NJ (LDJ) - 38.1 km / 23.7 mi

The preferred airport for Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection is John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 60 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations. Your bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Enjoy American cuisine at Madison and Vine, a bistro where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include wedding services, complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility, and a banquet hall.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events.

Getting here

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 1:00 PM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 100 per day
  • Resort fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 13 to 25 per person<

Know before you go

  • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).