Book Ritual

Wonder often appears when time loosens just enough to allow the mind to wander. We created our Book Ritual as a complimentary in-room experience for guests who enjoy discovery, curiosity, and the pleasure of lingering with an idea.

Available upon request and ordered through the in-suite tablet, the ritual begins with the arrival of a roving library cart. A butler presents a collection of twenty titles curated by the team at Rizzoli’s New York flagship store, just next door to The Fifth. The selection spans art, culture, travel, literature, and philosophy, with titles ranging from A Book Lover’s Guide to New York and The New York Stories of Edith Wharton to A Philosophy of Walking and Hilma af Klint: What Stands Behind the Flowers.

Our guests are invited to leaf through the titles before selecting one to sign out directly from the cart, a small nod to the pleasure of libraries and borrowed time. The chosen book may be kept close for the duration of the stay, accompanied by a simple indulgence of choice: a plate of chocolate chip cookies with milk, or a glass of red wine.

The Book Ritual exists to place inspiration within reach. By bringing a library into the room and pairing it with a familiar comfort, the experience creates space for curiosity to unfold and for wonder to surface.

Experience is complimentary to guests. Guests may request this experience by contacting their dedicated Butler or through the in-room tablet.