Editorial take
Who should book Casablanca Hotel by Library Hotel Collection?
If this is your first New York trip, shortlist Casablanca Hotel by Library Hotel Collection for a practical reason: Couples, first trips, travellers who value included extras. The name, star rating and lobby photos matter, but the real test is whether the location helps your days feel easier.
It is less compelling if you want large rooms, modern minimalism or the cheapest possible rate. Before booking from the UK, compare the final price after taxes and property fees, check the exact room setup and make sure your airport arrival route is not needlessly awkward.
Location and map
Where is Casablanca Hotel by Library Hotel Collection?
West 43rd Street puts the hotel a minute from Times Square while keeping it off the busiest blocks, with Bryant Park a short walk east.
Nearby
Times Square, Bryant Park, Broadway theatres, Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue.
Closest subway
Times Square-42 St and 42 St-Bryant Park
Hotel facts
What to know before booking.
First-timer context
Why Casablanca Hotel by Library Hotel Collection might feel special.
What it is known for
- The hotel runs a Moroccan theme throughout, including a guest lounge named Rick's Cafe after the film.
- Rates include a continental breakfast and an evening wine and cheese reception, which changes the real cost comparison against room-only hotels nearby.
- It belongs to the Library Hotel Collection, a small group of themed New York boutique hotels.
New York moments
- The Casablanca theme is the hotel's own conceit rather than a link to the film's production.
On screen
- Despite the name and the Rick's Cafe lounge, this is a themed hotel rather than a filming location.
Review questions
What travellers keep asking.
Is breakfast really included at the Casablanca?
A continental breakfast and an evening wine and cheese reception are part of the rate. For two people over four nights that is a meaningful saving in Midtown, so factor it in when comparing totals.
Is it actually close to Times Square?
Yes, it is on West 43rd Street a minute's walk away, but off the brightest blocks. That combination is why it suits travellers who want access without the constant noise.
Booking checklist
Check these before you reserve.
Total price
Look beyond the nightly rate. Check taxes, destination fees, breakfast and cancellation.
Room layout
For New York, room size, bathroom privacy, bed type and storage can matter more than star rating.
Arrival route
Match the hotel to your airport, luggage and arrival time, especially after an overnight UK flight.
Sources and update notes
Last updated: 17 August 2026. Hotel rates, fees, rules and transport details can change.