Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection vs The Knickerbocker
Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection and The Knickerbocker are both rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, The Knickerbocker is the choice of most professionals compared to Library Hotel by Library Hotel Collection. The Knickerbocker comes in at 87 with positive reviews from 11 sources including Oyster, Jetsetter and Fodor's.
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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The Knickerbocker
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6 Times Square, New York City, NY 10036
From $749 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Star Service
"Across from the 50th Street subway station...this groundbreaking hotel may harbor a cool vibe in the lobby...but the best is actually reserved for upstairs."
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Request a high floor with an East River view.
Fodor's
"Rooms in the landmark building are sleek and contemporary–-and perfect for a good night's sleep, thanks to fabulous beds, sound-proof windows, and blackout drapes."
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Gayot
"This luxury hotel in Times Square was founded by legendary businessman John Jacob Astor IV."
Lonely Planet
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"Originally opened in 1906 by John Jacob Astor, the 330-room Knickerbocker is back in business after a luxurious, $240-million refurbishment."
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Travel + Leisure
"This Beaux Arts-style landmark property recently reopened as a hotel for the first time in almost a century."
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