Positive Reviews
positive:
The location can't be beat.
Guests rave about Library's location, which is opposite the Colliseum and within an easy walk of London's many theatres (Phoenix, Noel Coward, Garrick, etc). The National Gallery, National Portrait Gallery, British Museum, and Edith Cavell Memorial, and B
positive:
Lovely, modern decor.
Many guests compliment the comfortable, modern furnishings and finishes. While small, the kitchenettes feature all the guests need for quick breakfast or late-night snack: refrigerators, kettles, coffee machines, and microwaves.
positive:
Free Wi-Fi.
While it does require a password you need to request from the front desk, the hotel's Wi-Fi is free, and each room appears to have its own, therefore ensuring a fast and reliable connection. It is also free in the hotel's public areas and business centre.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Frequent, noisy parties.
With the recent addition of a private members club, Library frequently hosts parties which, guests note, often carry on well into the small hours. Reception staff, while helpful, were unable to address noise complaints, explaining that the club is a separ
negative:
Imperfect plumbing.
While some guests rave about the showers, others have noted a lack of hot water and pressure, though these issues may be cleared up when the present renovations are completed.
negative:
Keyless entry?.
Several guests noted that they are required to ask for a key at the 24-hour front desk every time they wish to enter their rooms, and that the doors do not have any secondary locks from the inside, such as deadbolts or chains.