Smyth Tribeca vs Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection
Both properties are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Smyth - a Thompson Hotel scores significantly higher than Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection. Smyth - a Thompson Hotel comes in at #7 in New York City with endorsements from 18 publications like Gayot, Frommer's and Oyster.
Smyth Tribeca
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85 West Broadway, New York City, NY 10007
From $236 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"It has a young, jazzy appeal. Yabu Pu shelberg pushes the envelope with a vaguely vintage and completely original look."
Concierge
"If you're over the hotel-as-nightclub experience and want a look at how stars actually live in the city, Smyth is a good place to find out."
Fodor's
"Resting almost on top of a convenient subway stop, this thoroughly modern hotel makes TriBeCa a welcoming landing spot for visitors."
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DK Eyewitness
"Smyth Tribeca features a sleek modern design with classic touches."
Zagat
3.5
""In the heart of TriBeCa" this "swanky and upscale" boutique is "surrounded by nice restaurants" and offers "easy access to the subway"."
Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection
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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."
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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."
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