Let’s face it, there is no bad time to visit New York City.  Manhattan is a good idea, no matter when you decide to come.  It just depends on why you want to visit or if you enjoy crowds or perhaps you like to enjoy a bit of peace (hard to find in this city that doesn’t sleep).  With 2016 coming to a close and the fantasies of 2017 nearing, we know you all want to get a head start

All of our guests at Aria Hotel Budapest are special — some are just a little more well-known to the public than others! We love when celebrities visit and get to enjoy all of the wonderful amenities we have to offer. Here’s the who’s-who of celebrity guests who visited Aria in 2016:

New York City is a mecca filled with the latest trends, whether they be in fashion, technology…or food! Some foods have and always will be our go-to staples(NYC pizza, anyone?),  but every now and again there comes a new culinary craze that we can’t get enough of. When it comes to trendy foods, NYC has got you covered; we’ve picked 5 of the top food fads in 2016 and highlighted the best places to try them in NYC!

The coffee houses of Budapest have a unique charm. Guests visiting the coffee shops here can admire the beautiful interiors that are deeply rooted in the city’s history, turning a simple coffee run into a rich cultural experience. Just one visit to a café around town will have you traveling back in time to the early 20th century, when Budapest was known as the city of cafés.

The Christmas season in Budapest is truly the most beautiful and a delightful sensory experience of the year: full of colours, festive sounds, and enticing smells. From mid-November through December, the city comes to life as outdoor holiday markets pop-up throughout the town selling arts and crafts, unique locally-produced souvenirs, clothing and so much more. Even if you don’t plan to do much shopping, the atmosphere is fun and many markets offer fantastic seasonal foods and warm drinks. Here is our

In NYC, Halloween is more than just a holiday, it’s a month-long celebration! From pumpkin carving and costume parades to spooky stories and creepy critter demonstrations, there’s a great mix of fun to be had this month leading up to All Hallows’ Eve. NYC’s biggest Halloween extravaganza is surely the 43rd annual Village Halloween Parade on October 31st at 7pm, but don’t wait until then to start celebrating! Here are some other fantastic events around Manhattan that guarantee visitors a frighteningly good time:

It’s no surprise that the city that never sleeps must be home to some of the best coffee shops! Even on vacation, we all need a little pick-me-up. Not only do all of our hotels offer robust coffee, tea, and snacks throughout the day in our clubrooms, we’ve got the best recommendations for java in the city!  There are so many coffee spots to try and our fabulous intern, Christina,  has compiled a list of a few NYC local favorites!

At the Library Hotel Collection, we want each of our guests to have the best experience possible while staying with us!  We are so fortunate to have four unique properties in New York City, all of which offer our Signature Style of Hospitality to travelers from around the world.  We would love to assist you in finding the best hotel for your visit to ‘The Big Apple’, so please don’t hesitate to contact our skilled Guest Service Agents with any

The results are in and the the Library Hotel Collection has been named number one, for the second year in a row, in the category of Small Luxury Brand, topping many well known brands, in ReviewPro’s 2016 Top Luxury Hotel & Brand Report. This annual  report assessed a total of 2,690 properties in 159 luxury brands worldwide. The report utilized over 2.7 million online reviews, which were published during 2015. In the words of Henry Kallan, the President of the Library Hotel Collection commented on our

luxury:  noun lux·u·ry \ˈlək-sh(ə-)rē, -zh(ə-)rē\ Simple Definition of luxury:   a condition or situation of great comfort, ease, and wealth You didn’t need a dictionary to tell you that!  But now that we’re all on the same page, let’s  get back to the part about great comfort!  The Staff at the Hotel Elysee pride themselves on offering each of our guests just that, great comfort.  But, can you imagine great comfort in a sprawling suite complete with a full kitchen, dining