The Ace Hotel has relied on literary events to bolster its cultural credibility. It regularly hosts the National Book Foundation’s 5 Under 35 and the Dear Reader, Live reading series. The basement level is available for literary events and those that are open to the public can rent the space at a discount. The basement area is large and has a dedicated bar, although these are not cheap drinks.

20 W 29th Street, Manhattan
Accessible: Partial
Sound system: Provided on request.
Alcohol: Yes.
Coffee: Yes
Book sales: By author or outside vendor.
Admission price: free.