The Library Concept - Most library users know the general structure of Melvil Dewey's decimal classification. First published in 1876, the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) divides knowledge into ten main classes, with further subdivisions. More than 200,000 libraries in 135 countries use the DDC to organize their book collections. Its simple and logical framework is based on the principle of decimal fractions as class marks, which are expandable to make further subdivisions.

The Benjamin is a luxury class hotel located in the heart of Manhattan. The Benjamin's sophisticated boutique style stems from the vitality and warmth of its original design. Built in 1927 by world-renowned architect Emery Roth, it was one of his earlier and most successful skyscrapers. Award-winning designer Robert Di Leonardo of Di Leonardo International has created a new style of modern elegance, incorporating European influence, sophistication and comfort while preserving distinctive elements of Roth's architecture. The Benjamin is an intimate and sophisticated boutique-style hotel that caters to and anticipates the needs of the modern business and leisure traveler.

Your own elegant suite right in the heart of New York City, awaits you just for those times you want to be here. Why not own a share of a luxury midtown residence for a fraction of the cost of staying in comparable hotel accommodations each time you visit. Simply select the number of weeks you want, in the type of suite you want and it's yours forever. You will enjoy a unique combination of elegance, service, convenience and affordability that's sure to meet the needs of the most discriminating traveler. From the moment you step into our lobby, you'll feel right at home.

The Jolly Hotel Madison Towers is a luxury class hotel located just seven miles from La Guardia International Airport. Aptly located within walking distance to Times Square, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station and Bryant Park, the hotel is suitable for the executive business traveler and discerning tourist. Designed by the architects Murgatroyed and Ogden, the building exudes the charm of 1920's American architecture accentuated by true European elegance.

Peerless elegance, exceptional privacy, highly personalized service and an elite clientele of discerning individuals are all hallmarks of The Waldorf Towers, New York's premier boutique hotel, where you can truly experience the luxury of being yourself. For business or pleasure, the hotel's spacious guestrooms and suites, surrounded by residential ambiance, offer an enclave of luxury just steps off Park Avenue in midtown Manhattan. Encompassing the 28th - 42nd floors of the world famous Waldorf=Astoria, The Waldorf Towers affords hotel guests convenient access to all the restaurants, shops and services of the adjoining landmark hotel. The Waldorf Towers is also within walking distance of Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick's Cathedral, the Theatre District and the best shopping and art galleries on Madison and Fifth Avenues. Distinguishing our services are twice-daily maid service, twenty-four hour room service, and complimentary in-room premium movie channels. All guests of The Waldorf Towers are also afforded exclusive access to the Astoria Lounge, featuring complimentary continental breakfast and evening canapés, and complimentary use of the Plus One Fitness Center.

The Helmsley Middletowne Hotel is a first-class hotel located on the East side of Manhattan on 48th Street. The hotel is pure New York and totally Helmsley. Enjoy the kind of hospitality that makes UN diplomats, corporate executives, and people who value the special ambiance feel that The Helmsley Middletowne is their home-away-from home in New York. Within a walking distance of the hotel, guests can visit the Chrysler Building, Saka Fifth Avenue and Rockefeller Center. The Trump Tower, Broadway, Empire State Building and Central Park are all located within a one-mile radius of the hotel.

Rising over Manhattan's premier shopping and business district, between Park and Madison Avenues, the I.M. Pei-designed Four Seasons features stunning views and gracious style – a remarkable luxury experience, even by New York standards.

Crowne Plaza at the United Nations is an award-winning New York City hotel, superbly located just a block from the United Nations on New York's East Side. The hotel's unrivalled position within walking distance of Times Square, the Empire State Building and Grand Central Station makes Crowne Plaza at the United Nations the ideal choice among New York hotels for both business and leisure.

"Here’s an escape from the City that’s well worth looking into. Or out from. Take a look at the new Affinia Shelburne (formerly the Shelburne Murray Hill). It’s still Murray Hill, one of the coolest and most convenient of Manhattan neighborhoods. But now it’s brighter, bolder, more in tune—thoroughly renovated and ready to dazzle.
We could hardly make our 268 huge suites any bigger. So we made them better. Eclectic décor and flat-screens and giant mirrors. Sleek kitchenettes or minibars and bright-new, spa-like baths. Looking for a view that could inspire dreams of Empire? Check out our select group of Terrace Suites."

"Stay well. And stay sharp. In an invigorating Midtown East location, Affinia Dumont makes it easy to focus on fitness. (Including the relaxing and rejuvenating part.) Business travelers admire our big desks. Leisure travelers like our family-friendly suites and just-plain-friendly staff. And everyone loves the inspiring views of Manhattan rooftops, the sublime Chrysler Building, and the East River.
Just because we have a Fitness Concierge, doesn’t mean you’ll be doing pushups all day. It does mean he can offer fitness-related information about the neighborhood. And he can act as your personal trainer in our fitness center, or provide a complimentary fitness evaluation by request. (Yours, not his.)
Pick up a few tips for healthful living on the monitors in the elevators. Take advantage of our Experience Kits; they come in yoga, running, and strength-training flavors. Our 241 spacious suites include special fitness-related amenities, and a VIP Fitness Suite has its own private exercise studio with steam room. "

Standing in the heart of Manhattan's east side, the Hotel 57 is just steps away from Midtown's famous designer shops, restaurants and other major attractions. Guests are 10-minute strolls from verdant Central Park, upscale Park and Lexington avenues, Broadway's theaters, Central Park and museums. Subways two blocks away can whisk guests to Museum Mile, Greenwich Village, SoHo and Chinatown. LaGuardia Airport is 30 minutes from this Manhattan hotel.

The Hilton New York is located at Rockefeller Center, surrounded by major media and business headquarters. It is one block from Fifth Avenue and two blocks from Madison Avenue. Many of America's largest corporations maintain offices in the skyscraper buildings around the hotel. There is easy access to three airports and three transportation terminals. LaGuardia is 18 miles. JFK is 25 miles. Newark is 13 miles. Grand Central station is 15 minutes cross-town. Penn Station is 15 minutes downtown, and Port Authority is 10 minutes downtown. Other attractions convenient to this hotel are: Museum of Modern Art, St. Patrick's cathedral, Times Square and Central Park.

The Hilton Garden Inn Times Square hotel in the heart of New York City features spacious well-appointed guestrooms. Just steps from Times Square, the Theater District, and many local and international businesses, New York is at your feet.

The Drake Swissotel is a deluxe hotel located between Park and Madison Avenue. The European-styled, Swissotel is a comfortable hotel with elegance and luxury. This is a distinguished landmark hotel, dating from 1926, when New York City was at the height of its elegance. The hotel offers first quality excellent service to the business as well as the leisure travelers. Whether your visit is for business or pleasure, there is not a better location in the city that offers the convenience of getting to and from the places you want to enjoy.

Hotel Mela, located on 44th Street and Broadway Avenue, combines the rich culture and history of New York with the fine art of Italian living. The result is a refreshing departure from the sleek and hip boutiques that have consumed the New York hotel market in recent years.
Hotel Mela, a luxury boutique property, is the first new construction in what is often referred to as 'Hotel and University Club Row' (West 44th Street between Broadway and 6th Avenue) in over 20 years. Centrally located, the hotel is adjacent to Times Square, the Theater and Fashion districts, and in walking distance of the landmark Grand Central Terminal.

Nestled amid the vibrancy of the heart of New York City is a hidden gem in Times Square named Hotel 41. It is an intimate haven of comfort and style for business and pleasure travelers alike. In the tradition of true boutique hotels, it envelops guests with its appealing décor and superior service, rounded out by competitive rates, distinctive personality and prime location.

A modern, 49-story luxury hotel in the heart of Times Square with spacious, newly renovated guest rooms. Steps from the excitement of Broadway shows, Toys R Us, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, MTV and Good Morning America studios and the Fashion District.

The Majestic is a beautifully restored first-class hotel. Built in 1904 the beaux-arts hotel is just a short walk from all that makes New York famous and exciting. Ideally located for the business traveler and the leisure guest alike, the hotel is situated 8 miles from La Guardia International Airport. The hotel is conveniently located near Broadway Theatres, Central Park, Carnegie Hall, and Radio City Music Hall. http://www.themajesticny.com/

The hotel that started it all, Morgans, located in the heart of Manhattan, is a quietly sophisticated hotel offering understated elegance and unparalleled service in an intimate, friendly, home-away-from-home atmosphere. With interiors by the renowned French designer Andrée Putman, Morgans chic, decidedly residential feel created a sensation in the hotel industry when it opened 20 years ago, and is still the choice for discerning travelers seeking the very best.
With its ultra-comfortable Guestrooms, cozy Living Room, the exciting new Morgans’ Bar, and the wildly popular Asia de Cuba restaurant, Morgans has earned its reputation as one of the classic New York City Hotels.

The Helmsley New York is a superior first class hotel, located within 1 block of the United Nations, and only 2 blocks from Grand Central Terminal. The heart of Manhattan, Times Square, is just a ten-minute stroll down 42nd Street. But location is not the only thing The Helmsley New York has going for it. The Helmsley attracts travelers from around the globe, and fellow New Yorkers alike. Locals come to mingle and dine at Mindy's, a magnificently designed tri-level gourmet restaurant, and at Harry's Bar, where the martinis are legendary. All of the Big Apple is a short stroll, cab ride, or subway token away from The Helmsley New York.

Located halfway between Central Park and Times Square, Sheraton Manhattan Times Square North in New York, N.Y., sits within three blocks of Broadway theaters, Rockefeller Center, and Fifth Avenue shopping.
Hotel Features. This hotel features a 50 foot, four lane indoor lap pool, which opens onto a spacious outdoor deck, and an on site fitness center. Guests have access to the health club and additional business services of the larger Sheraton New York across the street. The on site restaurant, Russo's, is open all day, and features a dinner menu of American favorites.

Guestrooms. Sheraton Manhattan Times Square North offers 650 traditionally styled guestrooms. Premium bedding features plush top mattress dressed with three sheets, fleece blankets, plump duvet and feather pillows. The room decor includes red, gold, and beige color schemes, fabric headboards, dark wood armoires, coordinated bedspreads and drapes, and sheer curtains across the wall to wall windows. Business amenities include oversized desks with task lighting, high speed Internet access, and ergonomic swivel chairs.

Expert Tip. Synonymous with "New York style cheesecake," Lindy's Restaurant is one half block from the hotel and has been serving its legendary cheesecake and deli sandwiches since 1921. The restaurant was immortalized by writer David Runyon in his series of stories that later became known as Guys and Dolls.

Take a look at the new Affinia Shelburne (formerly the Shelburne Murray Hill). It’s still Murray Hill, one of the coolest and most convenient of Manhattan neighborhoods. But now it’s brighter, bolder, more in tune—thoroughly renovated and ready to dazzle.
With 323 brand new guest rooms and suites, the Affinia Shelburne's unique design offers travelers a place to connect with friends, family or colleagues. Rooms feature eclectic décor, flat-screens and giant mirrors. Sleek kitchenettes or minibars and bright-new, spa-like baths.

Unrivaled access to city attractions/ fashion industry offices/ shopping and Broadway make the Affinia Manhattan a premier new york hotel. Built in 1929 Southgate Tower has a classic and grand design offering all the modern conveniences for todays business or leisure traveler. Stepsaway from penn station/ madison square garden and jacob javits center the Affinia Manhattan is truly at the centerof the city.Services include a well equipped fitness center and abusiness corner with computer/ fax and email access 24 hoursa day. The Affinia Manhattan has a newly decorated ballroomoff the lobby and a variety of conference rooms that canaccommodate groups of 12 to 400. The suite living rooms areideal for very private smaller meetings.

The Fitzpatrick Grand is a superior first-class, luxurious business hotel located on the East side at 44th and Lexington, near Grand Central, the U.N. and 5th Avenue shops. You couldn't get more central. And you couldn't find a welcome more grand. Elegant furnishings, excellent amenities and the friendly service for which Fitzpatrick hotels are renowned will all be found as soon as you step foot into the hotel. The luxurious rooms and suites will help you refresh, recharge and relax after a hard days work or entertainment.

The Millennium Broadway is a deluxe, Art Deco-style hotel located on Broadway in the Theater District and two streets north of Times Square. The hotel has an elegant lobby with fine woods and marble. The property's dramatic location includes the Millennium Broadway Hotel, the Premier, the Hudson Theatre, Restaurant Charlotte, and the Millennium Conference Center. Located on West 44th Street, a half block from Times Square, it is the only hotel in New York with an on-site meeting facility approved by the International Association of Conference Centers. The hotel offers a popular pre/post theater restaurant and lounge, Restaurant Charlotte.

Royalton proudly re-opens its doors onto midtown Manhattan, re-thought, re-imagined, but still an icon.
Morgans Hotel Group commissioned Roman and Williams, the New York design firm, to re-create Royalton’s legendary lobby as a crossroads for international travelers and the New York elite. The design – simultaneously sophisticated and complex – juxtaposes an icy cast-glass vestibule and brutalist steel and brass furnishings with soft suede upholstery, thick leather walls and hide-covered chairs to create a dark, sexy and luxurious space.

A midtown landmark gloriously restored, the New York Marriott East Side exceeds the expectations of today's business, leisure and meeting guest with a smart and stylish decor, a full complement of amenities and hallmark Marriott service.

W Hotels is a global lifestyle brand with 21 properties in the most vibrant cities around the world. Inspiring and indulging its guests with thoughtful, refreshing and stylish experiences, signature restaurants, bars and destination spas, W has become the fastest growing luxury hotel brand in the world. Each hotel offers a unique mix of innovative design, comfort and cultural influences from fashion to music to art and everything in between.