Past Articles
Library Hotel Collection Interview with Influencer Tesa Jurjasevic
Today’s #TravelTuesday #SocialMedia Spotlight is on Tesa Jurjasevic, a fashion and travel blogger based in Slovenia. We are proud to call Tesa a fan of the Library Hotel Collection as documented by her recent Magnifique Blog posts about her visits to three of our properties, ARIA HOTEL BUDAPEST, LIBRARY HOTEL and HOTEL ELYSEE. Join us as we get to know Tesa and what she looks for to make the most of every travel moment. Library Hotel Collection: Tell us about yourself, how did your
New York City – 2017 At A Glance
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
Seen and Heard at Aria: Celebrities love Aria Hotel Budapest!
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:
Enchanted, Spectacular and Spooky, Oh My!
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:
Luxury at the Hotel Elysee with Presidential Suites
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
Go for Gold at NYC’s Sports Bars
Celebrating your favorite sports team’s victory is much more fun with great food, drinks and company! With the Olympics in full swing and NFL football kicking off this month, we’re excited to share our favorite places to go when we’re in the mood to cheer on our favorite players and teams. Here are some go-to spots worth adding to your Big Apple bucket list:
Top 5 Steakhouses we recommend
With so many amazing steakhouses to choose from in NYC, where does one start? Here is our choice of 5 top Steakhouses in NYC for you to explore and try out during your trip to NYC.
The Empire State Building and Her Luminous Glow
We’ve all heard that New York City is the city that never sleeps. Could it be because of all the bright lights that surround us throughout the night and into the wee hours of the morning? Times Square has always been the first to come to mind when people speak of the glow of Manhattan. It wasn’t until I moved into a quaint third floor walk up in Williamsburg that that conception had changed for me. The Empire State Building
Celebrate the 4th of July in NYC
For those of you who are coming to New York City to celebrate all things America for the Independence Day Weekend, you are in for a real treat! In celebration of our nations birthday, the Library Hotel Collection has created your go-to guide this holiday to ensure you get the best view of the 40th annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks! Below are our favorite places to view Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, for those watching from the comfort of their rooms or the
The Best Ice Cream in Budapest
Summer is all about kicking back and relaxing! For some that may involve sipping on a refreshing cocktail with the sun shining on your hair but for others, summer is also about savoring some delicious ice cream, or “fagylalt” in Hungarian. The city of Budapest is lucky enough to have numerous artisan ice cream parlors where you can taste some of the most mouthwatering gelatos or cool off with a delightful sorbet made from all fresh ingredients. Here’s our guide to the best ice