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Sofitel New YorkvsLibrary Hotel by Library Hotel Collection
Sofitel New York and Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection are both endorsed by experts. On balance, Sofitel New York is preferred by most writers compared to Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection. Sofitel New York scores 87 with praise from 14 publications including BlackBook, Gayot and Fodor's.
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45 West 44th Street, New York City, NY 10036
From $209/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "Avantgarde and elegant, the Sofitel makes it so easy to catch a show, wander through a world-class museum, or make it to an important meeting right on time."
OysterUpscale
"Spacious rooms with large marble bathrooms; impeccable service from a multilingual concierge staff; a well-equipped gym; and a convenient location two blocks from Times Square." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This 30-story property blends modern and classic design and was an instant hit in the Theater District, with warm decor, helpful service, and a pleasant brasserie."
Time Out "Expect French-accented corporate comforts at this modern midtown hotel, part of a European-born international chain. Rooms: 398." Full review
Star Service " It is the neighborhood's premier corporate enclave, despite its location amidst all the tourist sights." Full review
Gayot "It stands out among its history-laden neighbors as an ultramodern curved glass tower grounded by two twenty-story limestone wings."
BlackBook "Very elegant, very French hospitality beats along with the pulse of Fifth Avenue. Stunning rounded limestone and glass tower."
Zagat3.5
"There's a "decidedly European feel" to this "beautiful French hotel" chain outpost "close to everything" in Midtown and offering "luxury without intimidation"."
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Located in Midtown Manhattan, Sofitel New York sits at the center of the city’s pulse." Full review
Jetsetter "French Deco flair in the heart of Midtown with nouveau bistro fare." Full review
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299 Madison Ave., New York City, NY 10017
From $309/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "The Library’s concept, one of New York hostelry’s quirkier, has each floor devoted to one of the ten major categories of the Dewey Decimal System."
Michelin Guide "This place is one-of-a-kind and offers a different slant on harried midtown east."
Frommer's "The Library’s public spaces... all help make it a welcome refuge in the heart of the city." Full review
Concierge "Apart from the good-looking rooms and appealing public spaces, including a rooftop bar and second-floor book-filled lounge, this hotel, located near Grand Central Terminal, wins points on generosity."
Fodor's "Bookishly handsome... the staff is hospitable, and the whole property is old-leather-armchair comfortable." Full review
Insight Guides "The nearby New York Public Library inspires this unique Midtown oasis, where lounges and guestrooms are filled with books."
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You can choose your room according to a subject of interest to you (literature, science, erotica).
Travel + Leisure "Although nonbibliophiles may find it a tad precious, it's hard not to be charmed by the schtick of this bookish hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This unique boutique hotel features cleverly designed rooms organized around a library theme."
Time Out "This bookish boutique hotel is organized on the principles of the Dewey decimal system—each of its ten floors is allocated a category, such as Literature, the Arts and General Knowledge." Full review
Gayot "It's fitting that this unique hotel resides just blocks from the famed New York Public Library. The property is crammed with more than 6,000 books, all arranged using the Dewey Decimal System."
