Past Articles
Our favorite cocktail bars in NYC!
Nothing says Spring in NYC like a refreshing rooftop cocktail. With The Rooftop Garden at Hotel Giraffe reopening to the public in mid-May, we’ve got mixed drinks on our mind! We’ve shared our favorite Speak Easys with you and now, while we patiently wait for happy hours under sunset at Hotel Giraffe, here are a few of favorite spots to get a nice, cool cocktail!
Library Hotel Collection Tops the Lists on Trip Advisor’s 2016 Travellers’ Choice Awards
We are ecstatic to have five of our six Library Hotel Collection properties ranked by TripAdvisor, (the world’s largest travel site), on their list of Travellers’ Choice Awards, where millions of guests reviews from around the work aid in finding “the very best of travel.” Congratulations and thank you to our hardworking associates at Aria Hotel Budapest (ranked in three categories), Casablanca Hotel NYC (ranked in two categories), Library Hotel NYC, Aria Hotel Prague and Hotel Giraffe NYC. It is an honor
The Best Discount Shopping NYC Has to Offer!
We loved taking you on a tour of Luxury Department Stores in New York City, but that’s not the only way to find the finest clothing the Big Apple has to offer! If you know where to go, New York is the BEST place to shop for designer clothing without designer prices. The lovely ladies from Wear2Where have the best recommendations for consignment shopping in NYC. Let the hunt begin for amazing finds at least 50% less than retail!
New York City for Veggie Lovers!
We’ve shared our Top 5 Indian and French restaurants in NYC, as well as our favorite burgers and food trucks, so we thought this would be a perfect time to dedicate a post to our vegetarian guests! Amanda, our resident veggie lover, was kind enough to review her Top 5 places for an herbivore in NYC- New York City is home to some of the best food from around the world, so it’s no surprise there will be no shortage of vegetarian restaurants,
Family-Friendly Restaurants in NYC!
Between visiting museums, zoos and other attractions in NYC with the family, you have to take a break to eat! There’s always a diner or burger joint around the corner(and plenty of snacks in our clubrooms!), but there are also options that offer adults a bit more variety. We’ve already recommended Hotel Giraffe’s family-friendly Italian restaurant, Bread & Tulips, but the list doesn’t stop there! Emily, the Sales & Events Manager at Hotel Giraffe, has the best insights into the perfect family dining
Summer in the City, NYC Style!
Summertime in Manhattan is one of the best times of the year! There are so many wonderful(sometimes free!) events and activities to choose from. If you want to see a play in Central Park, visit historic museums, or enjoy cocktails on a rooftop bar, NYC is the place to be! We’d love for you to join us this summer with your family and friends to experience an amazing summer in NYC! Kate from Hotel Giraffe has graciously compiled a list of some of her favorite ways
Where to get the best burger in The Big Apple
New York City is a foodie’s paradise! Whether you’re craving authentic foreign cuisine or something closer to home, this is the place for you. For me, close to home means a yummy mouthwatering burger. David, the Reservations Manager at Hotel Giraffe, happens to agree! David was born and raised in The Big Apple and he was kind enough to share his favorite places for an American Classic.
Plan Your Proposal in NYC this Holiday Season!
The Holiday Season is officially here in NYC and love is in the air! People travel from all over the world with their loved ones to see the twinkling lights, shop, ice skate…and propose! Here are Library Hotel Collection’s favorite ‘hot spots’ for proposals during the Holiday Season:
Have a Happy Holiday Season in NYC!
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” – Andy Williams Who doesn’t love the holidays in New York City? Kate, Hotel Giraffe’s Sales Coordinator, sure does! Growing up on Long Island, she has been lucky enough to experience this magical time in NYC since she was a little girl. As we count down the days to the 2014 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the kickoff for the holiday season, Kate shares with us a few of her favorite attractions.
Meet the Staff: Mike Reichert, Hotel Giraffe
At the Library Hotel Collection, we are incredibly fortunate to have such a wonderfully enthusiastic team. Mike Reichert, the front office manager at Hotel Giraffe, is no exception to this rule. Guests frequently observe how happy our staff is and Mike has a large hand in that. His personality is infectious. He’s a great leader and he always has a joke to brighten your mood. In his 8+ years with our company Mike has trained future front office managers, reservations managers and directors of sales.