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CTY Books

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From

US$169
/ night

About this property

Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. Additional amenities at this hotel include a communal living room and tour/ticket assistance.
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  • Free wi-fi

  • Non-smoking rooms

  • Family room

  • Housekeeping

  • Express check-in/check-out

Location

Nieuwe Rijn 2, Municipality of Leiden, Netherlands

Waag (0.1 Miles)

Burcht (0.2 Miles)

Pieterskerk (0.2 Miles)

Hooglandsekerk (0.2 Miles)

Rijksmuseum van Oudheden (0.3 Miles)

Sint Annahofje (0.3 Miles)


Guest reviews

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

CTY Books delivers characterful, apartment style rooms in a central Leiden canal location, with many guests praising comfy beds, decor, and views, while noting street noise on busy nights and the building’s steep, narrow stairs and lack of a lift.

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Facilities

Basic

Cleanliness

Mixed

Location

Central

Dining

Unknown

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10

Kari

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27 Apr 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location and large room. Very steep steps. So this hotel you get your key by email. Check in is at 3 so no early check in is available. Lots of restaurants near by. Really enjoyed our stay.
Great location and large room. Very steep steps. So this hotel you get your key by email. Check in is at 3 so no early check in is available. Lots of restaurants near by. Really enjoyed our stay.

8

Anthony

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19 Apr 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Firstly this isn’t a hotel. It’s a self-service apartment. No breakfast! We didn’t meet a member of staff during our 3 day stay. The room was stunning, super view out onto the canal, plenty of space across two floors (duplex). I’m nearly 70, live in a bungalow and suffer mild back problems occasionally. So here’s the downside, the apartment was on the top floors with over 50 steps up a narrow spiral staircase. Not for the feint-hearted. It wouldn’t put us off returning but you need to be aware. The other issue for back-sufferers, is the lack of a comfy chair with back support. The small round sofa looks twee but for me was unusable due to lack of support. The two high bar stools were not much better. On the Wednesday there was a fantastic market along the canal. At night there’s a level of student exuberance going on until around midnight but nothing that should stop you sleeping. The local bars and restaurants are wonderful. We came for the nearby tulip festival and Leiden was very convenient for transport. The bed was very comfortable and the aircon very welcome as it was quite warm when we stayed. The small kitchenette was fine although we didn’t eat in. A good stock of tea bags and coffee pods was free and can be topped up in the entrance to the apartments. Overall, the location was superb, likewise the canal view. The room was a fair price for the size, condition and location. We had a great time, albeit with scary stairs.
Firstly this isn’t a hotel. It’s a self-service apartment. No breakfast! We didn’t meet a member of staff during our 3 day stay. The room was stunning, super view out onto the canal, plenty of space across two floors (duplex). I’m nearly 70, live in a bungalow and suffer mild back problems occasionally. So here’s the downside, the apartment was on the top floors with over 50 steps up a narrow spiral staircase. Not for the feint-hearted. It wouldn’t put us off returning but you need to be aware. The other issue for back-sufferers, is the lack of a comfy chair with back support. The small round sofa looks twee but for me was unusable due to lack of support. The two high bar stools were not much better. On the Wednesday there was a fantastic market along the canal. At night there’s a level of student exuberance going on until around midnight but nothing that should stop you sleeping. The local bars and restaurants are wonderful. We came for the nearby tulip festival and Leiden was very convenient for transport. The bed was very comfortable and the aircon very welcome as it was quite warm when we stayed. The small kitchenette was fine although we didn’t eat in. A good stock of tea bags and coffee pods was free and can be topped up in the entrance to the apartments. Overall, the location was superb, likewise the canal view. The room was a fair price for the size, condition and location. We had a great time, albeit with scary stairs.

10

Annie

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16 Apr 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Nicely designed room and bathroom and very spacious. The kitchette was lacking in amenities to be able to use it for proper meals (no toaster, limited cutlery/pans etc). Hotel is staffless and you get the key sent to your phone to enter the main entrance and room (requires internet), this was fine for us. The hotel is a great location, right in the middle of Leiden centre.
Nicely designed room and bathroom and very spacious. The kitchette was lacking in amenities to be able to use it for proper meals (no toaster, limited cutlery/pans etc). Hotel is staffless and you get the key sent to your phone to enter the main entrance and room (requires internet), this was fine for us. The hotel is a great location, right in the middle of Leiden centre.

10

Pavanandan

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8 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and very neat. Place is very interesting and a great location.
Room was clean and very neat. Place is very interesting and a great location.

10

Philip

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20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is on one of the city's canals in a very pleasant location. Many restaurants and cafes around the property. Room was nice more like a small apartment than a hotel room. Bed was comfortable and room was quiet despite the number of cafes and restaurants close by.
The hotel is on one of the city's canals in a very pleasant location. Many restaurants and cafes around the property. Room was nice more like a small apartment than a hotel room. Bed was comfortable and room was quiet despite the number of cafes and restaurants close by.

Property policies

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Check-in

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From 15:00 to 00:30

Before 12:00


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FAQs about CTY Books

Is parking available at the property?

Nearby parking is available for a fee of EUR 21 per night, located 1969 ft away and open from 7:00 AM to midnight.


What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 until 00:30, and check-out is at 12:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available for an additional fee.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in the heart of Leiden, steps from Waag and Wall Poems of Leiden, 16 mi from Scheveningen Beach, and 7 mi from Duinrell.


What are the hotel's policies regarding children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.


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