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About the Hotel

299 Madison Avenue, New York City, New York, United States of America, 10017

Rooms & Amenities

Library Hotel offers rooms organized by the Dewey Decimal System, each featuring a collection of books. Options include Petite Rooms (200 sq ft, full bed), Deluxe Rooms (250-275 sq ft, queen or king bed), and Junior Suites (350 sq ft, king bed with sofa bed for children). All rooms include flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, and LATHER bath amenities. The Mythology Room and Love Room feature king beds, with the Love Room offering a private terrace overlooking Madison Avenue.

Dining Options

Madison & Vine, the hotel’s American bistro and wine bar, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Menu items are available for in-room dining from 12 PM to 9 PM. Bookmarks Lounge, on the 14th floor, transforms into a rooftop bar in the evening, serving literary-inspired cocktails with views of the New York Public Library and city skyline.

Leisure & Events

Guests have access to the Reading Room, open 24 hours with coffee, tea, snacks, and over 6,000 books. The 14th-floor Writer’s Den and Poetry Garden provide lounge space with city views, available for private events. Complimentary passes to Blink Fitness are included. Evening wine and cheese receptions are held in the Reading Room.

Location & Transport

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Grand Central Terminal and 3 minutes from the New York Public Library. Times Square is a 10-minute walk, and Central Park is 20 minutes away. Nearby landmarks include Bryant Park, 5th Avenue shopping, and Broadway theaters. JFK Airport is 15 miles away, LaGuardia 8 miles, and Newark 16 miles.

Guest Services

Services include a 24-hour concierge, digital access to The New York Times, and high-speed Wi-Fi. The $25 daily resort fee covers refreshments, fitness passes, and local calls. Accessible rooms feature roll-in showers and widened doorways. Private event spaces include the Writer’s Den (360 sq ft) and Poetry Garden (260 sq ft with a 520 sq ft terrace).

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Deluxe King Room
Max:
2 persons
280 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
City view
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Deluxe Queen Room
Max:
2 persons
250 sq. feet 
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1 King Size Bed
City view
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Junior Suite
Max:
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
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1 King Size Bed
Landscape view
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Center
New York City 3.0 mi
Airports
LaGuardia (LGA) 8.7 mi
Teterboro (TEB) 12.4 mi
Train
Grand Central Station700 ft
Metro stations
Grand Central – 42nd Street Station700 ft
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Paid Wi-Fi in public areas
  • No parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Elevator
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

299 Madison Avenue, New York City, New York, United States of America, 10017
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299 Madison Avenue, New York City, New York, United States of America, 10017
Nearby
20 West 34th Street
Empire State Building
900 ft
Parks
Bryant Park
1800 ft
Libraries
New York Public Library
600 ft
405 Lexington and 42nd St.
Chrysler Building
1300 ft
Libraries
Pierpont Morgan Library
1300 ft
Restaurants
Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant
1000 ft
89 E 42nd St Lower Level
Pera Mediterranean Brasserie
200 ft
303 Madison Ave. (Last Seating 1 Hour Prior to Published Closing Time)
Fresh & Co
300 ft
309 Madison Ave
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co
3200 ft
1501 Broadway Time Square
Annie Moore's Bar & Restaurant
200 ft
22 E.41 Street
Annie Moore's
200 ft
22 E 41st St
Stone Bridge Pizza & Salad
300 ft
16 East 41 street between 5th and Madison Avenues
Taylor St. Baristas
500 ft
33 E 40th St Beetwen Madison and Park

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
86%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Great location
Excellent service
Cozy rooms
Rooftop restrictions
8.6/10
Great
Rooms
8.3
Location
9.5
Service
9.0
Dining
7.8
Guest reviews
8.6/10
based on 6 reviews
8.8
8.8/10 based on 374 reviews
Ellen
United States of America, March  2024
9.0/10

Staying at this hotel was a wonderful experience overall. The rooms were extremely clean and comfortable, offering a great place to relax anytime. The service was exceptional, with a dedicated staff that took great pride in ensuring our stay was memorable. The location was perfect, providing easy access to key attractions in New York City. The dining options were delightful, offering a variety of choices to start the day. The facilities were well-maintained and enjoyable.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spotlessly clean and tidy, making for a comfortable stay.
Service
9.0
The staff was welcoming and more than helpful, especially the girls in the reading room.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was excellent, right in the middle of midtown near key landmarks like the New York Public Library and Times Square.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good, with a delicious breakfast spread and great choices to kickstart the day.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch, offering everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Alec
United Kingdom, March  2024
9.0/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location is fantastic, being right in Midtown and around the corner from Grand Central Station, Rockefeller Center, and 5th Avenue. The rooms are cozy and inviting, and the service from all the staff members, including the housekeeping team who have been there since the beginning, is outstanding. The dining options were more than satisfactory, with a nice assortment to kick start the day. The complimentary drinks in the evening were a lovely gesture. The only drawback was the limited dining options.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were cozy and inviting with a specific collection of books. Coffee, tea, and fruit were available all day and night, which was a nice touch.
Service
9.0
The service from all staff members was exceptional, from hotel management to housekeeping personnel.
Location
10.0
The location couldn't be better, right in Midtown and around the corner from key attractions like Grand Central Station, Rockefeller Center, and 5th Avenue.
Dining
8.0
The dining options were more than adequate and the complimentary drinks in the evening were a nice touch, but there were limited options available.
Facilities
The hotel's facilities were top-notch and well-maintained, providing everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Lee
United Kingdom, October  2023
9.0/10

The hotel is perfectly located in the heart of midtown, steps away from Grand Central Station and the library. The rooms, although cozy, offer exceptional comfort with deluxe rooms providing more space. The service was top-notch, with staff being welcoming, professional, and efficient. The dining experience was excellent, especially indulging in breakfast at Grand Central Station. Overall, a beautiful hotel in a prime location with fantastic service and dining options.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are exceptionally comfortable, but on the petite side; consider a deluxe room for more space.
Service
9.0
The service was way above average, with staff being welcoming, professional, and efficient.
Location
10.0
The location is excellent, right in the middle of midtown next to Grand Central Station and close to Bryant Park, the main library, and great dining options.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent, especially enjoying breakfast at Grand Central Station.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers fantastic facilities, adding to the pleasures of staying here.
Great location
Cozy rooms
Ernest
United Kingdom, September  2023
8.8/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were very nice and clean, and the staff was incredibly friendly. The view looking up-and-down Madison Ave was stunning, although I wish they had provided some pen and paper. Being on the corner, I had a decent view towards the NYPL from one window.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very nice and clean, and the staff was very friendly. The view looking up-and-down Madison Ave was fantastic.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent! The staff was so friendly, efficient, and attentive. They were always ready to help without being obtrusive.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, close to Bryant Park, Fifth Ave, and Grand Central. It's right at the heart of the city, yet surprisingly quiet in the room.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was fairly limited but sufficient. The reading room always had refreshments, and the cheese & wine hours were a delightful treat.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers great facilities. From room service to laundry, everything was top-notch.
Central location
Limited dining
John
United States of America, July  2023
7.4/10

The hotel is nestled in a charming location, perfect for a short Manhattan stay. The rooms, while nice, felt a bit snug with the sofa bed out for our son. The service was exceptional, with the staff being incredibly helpful and attentive. The convenient location, just a stone's throw away from Times Square, enhances the overall experience. The dining experience, though good, could benefit from more variety in the breakfast options.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were nice but a little cozy when the sofa bed was out for our son.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, the staff were always very helpful and attentive.
Location
8.0
The location was great for a short stay in Manhattan, with all the essentials within a ten-minute walk.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, but could use more variety in breakfast options.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities felt lacking compared to other boutique hotels of similar price.
Drew
United States of America, May  2023
8.6/10

Staying at this hotel was a delightful experience. The small but comfortable room was a haven for any anthropology enthusiast, with countless library books neatly organized in every nook and cranny. The themed room, 804, based on dramatic plays, added a touch of elegance to the stay. The service was extremely attentive and welcoming, making every interaction a pleasure. Despite the occasional disappointment of private parties limiting access to some areas, the central location near Grand Central Station, the NY Public Library, and Bryant Park was incredibly convenient. The dining experience was a highlight, with a relaxing ambiance and delicious homemade cakes to enjoy. The hotel's facilities were well-maintained, ensuring a pleasant stay overall.

Rooms
8.0
The room was small but comfortable, and the themed decor around dramatic plays was a unique touch to the stay. The countless library books added a cozy vibe.
Service
9.0
The service was extremely attentive and friendly, from the booking process to the actual stay. The staff was always helpful, knowledgeable, and welcoming.
Location
9.0
The location couldn't be better, right in the center of Midtown, near Grand Central Station, and within walking distance of major Manhattan sights. A perfect spot for exploring the city.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was a delight, with a well-stocked reading room for refreshments, enjoyable cheese and wine hours, and a nice assortment of breakfast options.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel's facilities were well-maintained, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.
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