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CTY Books

3.0 star property
Leiden hotel in city center

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Lobby
Living area
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Private kitchen
Located in a shopping district, CTY Books offers an inviting retreat. Unwind on the outdoor entertainment area or relax with a good book from the library. With free in-room WiFi and express check-out, your stay is sure to be convenient.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Water dispenser
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Living room
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is P8,097
P9,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Living area

Signature Loft

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Signature Suite (Agatha Christie)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Signature Room (Roald Dahl)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private kitchen

Signature Suite (Hemingway)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Signature Suite (Virginia Woolf)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Signature Duplex (Burcht)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private kitchen

Signature Duplex (Thorbecke)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Nieuwe Rijn 2, Leiden, 2312GP

What's nearby

  • Hortus Botanicus - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • National Museum of Ethnology - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Leiden University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Corpus - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Duinrell - 11 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 33 min drive
  • Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague) - 36 min drive
  • De Vink Station - 7 min drive
  • Leiden Central Station - 14 min walk
  • Leiden Lammenschans Station - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Annie's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪De Stadthouder - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Waag - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Logica - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪City Hall - ‬2 min walk

About this property

CTY Books

Enjoy your visit to Leiden with a stay at CTY Books.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • Guests who require assistance after check-in may contact the property via the mobile phone provided in their room.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Offsite parking within 1969 ft (EUR 21 per night), from 7:00 AM to midnight
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Local maps
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 50

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 21 per night (1969 ft away; open 7:00 AM to midnight)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit/debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

CTY Books Hotel
CTY Books Leiden
CTY Books Hotel Leiden

Frequently asked questions

Does CTY Books offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, CTY Books does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at CTY Books?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at CTY Books?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 50. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at CTY Books?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Holland Casino Scheveningen (23-min drive) is nearby.

Does CTY Books have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes an espresso maker, a coffee maker, and cookware.

What's the area around CTY Books like?

CTY Books is in the heart of Leiden, a short 11-minute walk from Leiden University and 8 minutes' walk from Hortus Botanicus.

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Reviews

CTY Books Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Es war sehr schön. Treppe ist aber recht steil sonst alles in Ordnung.
Jessica, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

CTY Books is in the perfect spot in Leiden, with a market just outside twice a week. Lots of amazing pubs/restaurants around too! The room was lovely (we had the loft) with a perfect view of the canal!
Allison, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property in a wonderful location. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again, but there are a lot of steep stairs up to the room and in the room itself. This might be trouble from people with mobility issues.
Aaron, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place in a fantastic area

Amazing room although could use a freshen up paint wise . Housekeeping was hit and miss but didn’t really bother us . If you stay in the Virginia Wolfe suite be prepared for some notice and NO privacy from the street of your shutters are open., also everytime someone opens and shuts the main door you Weill hear and feel it in this suite . All that being said it was a great place to stay and a great location, easy to get to public transport and restaurants and bars. Leiden itself is beautiful rain hail or shine .
5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is one of our favourite accommodations ever! Wonderful location and beautiful room and view facing the canal (room 3). It could get loud at times but closing the windows and shutters helped a lot. We had no issues sleeping. The bed is super comfy! It’s perfectly equipped and a good size. We didn’t want to leave
Catherine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, very comfy bed. Just be warned, the stairs are very steep and there is no lift.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great for some, perhaps not all

Know that this is a staff-less boutique hotel. Very centrally located which means convenient/sometimes noisy. The staircase (no lift) is very steep - perhaps not okay for some. The VWoolf room is right above the main door; when guests come in and out, the building shakes. Lovely room, bathroom, necessary A/C (!)
Helene, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Parfait

Parfait. Nous avons passé un super bon moment.
Mickaël, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Why ask for my opinion of the staff when it is a staffless establishment?
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We hebben genoten van de gezellige accommodatie en de ligging is perfect in het centrum. Voor herhaling vatbaar.
Yvonne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay to explore Leiden!

Great place to stay to explore Leiden! We stayed for a couple of nights and were in the Netherlands for a wedding and visit friends, which meant we were usually out late. This meant we weren't too disturbed by the bars under the hotel as they close relatively early (around 12pm-1am on Fridays and Saturdays). Earplugs are provided which work really well. The location is the main selling point for this hotel if you don't mind a bit of noise at night, very central and gives you an amazing feel for the city as well as good food, bars and sights at walking distance The space itself is lovely! It has character and a nice finish. Although some of the reviews say they have trouble with the digital keys, it worked flawlessly for us. The only negative to our stay was the responsiveness of the host. The response via Whatsapp was very delayed or didn't happen at all, and I tried calling about luggage storage (which was available) but did not get a response. Overall would recommend and will stay again if visiting Leiden.
Joshua, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Die beste Unterkunft, die wir auf unserer zweiwöchigen Rundreise hatten (und das waren einige)! Super gepflegt, sehr nettes Personal, ein wunderschönes historisches Haus mit modernem Touch. Ein traumhaftes Zimmer. Wir waren super happy hier. Vielen Dank
Nancy, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Older couples beware

Maybe I should have read more reviews.....I knew there was not an elevator, but I did not realize how steep the spiral staircase was to room 6, but then there was also another spiral staircase (made of wood and metal) to get to the bedroom. In addition to that the bedroom has beams to knock your head into. .... overall at 55/59 years young we did not feel comfortable. Also, room was super hot when we arrived. There were no directions to the thermostat and shades were open...after a meltdown we figured out the thermostat... directions would have helped. On a positive note, we did enjoy a stovetop, sink, fridge, and microwave. Overall, if lots of spiral steps are not your thing, CTY books might not be a good choice. If you like lots of character and being near restaurants/shopping, you might like it.
Katherine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel, very stylish A++

Fantastic hotel in the perfect location to explore the beautiful town of Leiden
Laurence, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Adventure in Leiden

Great location. Beautiful room with amazing history.
Lee, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property is located in central Leiden. It is beautifully situated. The room and general hotel are unique in a good way. The difficulty is the spiral staircase (particularly if you've travelled internationally with a suitcase). The automated doors were new to us, but we adjusted accordingly. Unlike some staffed hotels, it's not possible to check-in early, so it's good to be aware of that when planning. Overall, though, the proprieter was responsive and friendly. I would stay there again.
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

There was considerable noise from the street, but ear plugs are provided and they did the trick. The location, room, and the city of Leiden are all wonderful.
Margaret, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Character Property in great location with lots of dining options on the doorstep. Manager was on hand most mornings and able to assist where needed.
Hazel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Prachtig stijlvolle kamer

Super leuke kamers, mooi ingericht en prachtige plek in Leiden. Toegang is super makkelijk met de app. Fietsenstalling voor de deur van de gemeente. Hele leuke plek om leiden en omgeving vanuit te ontdekken. Lekker bed en mooie badkamer.
Vincent, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fijne locatie, heel centraal, in tegenstelling tot de verwachting was het midden in het centrum erg rustig. De oordoppen waren dus niet nodig, De trap naar boven is smal maar prima. Inchecken ging uitstekend dmv de code die je ontvangt waarmee de deur opent via je telefoon. We hadden een driepersoonskamer en de slaapbank lag uitstekend. Het andere bed stond in de vide. Erg knus.
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and spacious place.

Lovely place, fab location, really spacious and we were so happy with our choice. We were in the Virginia Woolf room on the 1st floor and I’d highly recommend as the view is great and only up one flight of the steep stairs! It is noisy due to its super location in the thick of things, but we didn’t mind that. The electronic access etc worked fine for us all the time and we liked having the little kitchen.
Sophie, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was nice with a living area/kitchen on one level and a bed up in the loft area. Only downside was the steep narrow staircases to get to our room which some people, especially with large suitcases, might struggle with. Otherwise a pleasant stay.
Philip, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fine
alan, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

Deuxième séjour dans cet hôtel qui est en fait un hébergement type rbnb déguisé sans pt dej mais la qualité de l’entretien des chambres et des communs a mal évolué Je suis très déçue par rapport à mon premier séjour
isabelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

There is no bar or restaurant onsite but you are right next to a number of great bars, restaurants and cafes. The web based keys worked and were simple to use.
Sean, 2-night trip