CTY Books

Hotels
8.4 (1302 reviews)
Nieuwe Rijn 2 , Leiden , nl

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Cashless payment available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Clean and stylish rooms
Responsive staff
Cons:
Issues with room amenities
Heating problems
Noise from outside

Categories

Cleanliness
8.9
Guest mentioned the apartment was neat and clean.
Service
9.2
Positive remarks on quick response from staff, but occasional issues due to no personnel on-site.
Location
9.4
Outstanding location in the heart of the city, praised in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
7.9
Several negative comments regarding bed comfort and heating.
Amenities
7.4
Some issues with heating and missing remote controls, impacting overall satisfaction.
Value for Money
8.2
Some felt the price was high given the mentioned issues.
Food and Beverage
7.4
No breakfast provided, impacting value perception.
Overall Experience
8.8
Overall experience was positive despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 08:45

Property Description

Convenient Location
CTY Books is ideally located in Leiden, offering easy access to popular attractions such as Keukenhof, Paleis Huis Ten Bosch, and Madurodam. With the Schiphol Airport just 26 km away, our hotel is a perfect choice for travelers seeking convenience.

Modern Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience in our well-equipped rooms featuring air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi. Enjoy a relaxing stay with amenities like a fridge, coffee machine, and free toiletries provided in every room. Some rooms even offer stunning city views for a memorable stay.

Exceptional Services
At CTY Books, we prioritize guest satisfaction by providing top-notch services such as daily housekeeping, complimentary bed linen, and towels. Our non-smoking property ensures a pleasant environment for all guests, making your stay with us truly enjoyable.

Book your stay at CTY Books now for a memorable and hassle-free experience.

Important information:

Please note that CTY Books is located on upper-level floors with no elevator access.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: AMS

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1302 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.9
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 7.4
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 7.4
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Chris solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely stay, great location

Cons:

The stairs, but im used to the amsterdam stairs

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Lisette extended_group nl
8
Ontzettend leuk verblijf op een top locatie!
Pros:

De locatie was echt top!
De regeling vanaf de parkeerpleets met de bus de stad in ook.
Communicatie was fijn en duidelijk
Echt een aanrader

Cons:

Het had wat schoner gekund
Van tevoren duidelijk aangegeven dat er geen lift was. Maar het waren wel best smalle trappen.

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Armin Briegel solo_traveller fr
9
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Abhirup solo_traveller de
9
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Katarzyna solo_traveller nl
4
Pros:

Nice location and surroundings. I really liked the room, bed was very comfortable.

Cons:

The place was not clean. The toilet was dirty, with some "left overs" and the waste bin was full (from the previous tourists?). I have shared the pictures with the hotel, but no response.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple nl
10
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Louise Anne solo_traveller nl
9
Prachtige plek
Pros:

Geweldige locatie midden in het centrum. Mooie ruime kamer op zolder met veel daglicht.

Cons:

Douchen zonder wand geeft water in de badkamer wat gevaarlijk kan zijn ivm gladheid. De slaapbank kraakt behoorlijk.

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Emilie couple nl
10
Heerlijk leuke centrale, schone mooie logeerplek
Pros:

Super fijne comfortabele kamer. Mega centraal en gezellig gelegen, half mei geen last van geluid gehad maar kunnen ons voorstellen dat bij mooi weer met alle terrasjes voor de deur je last kan hebben van geluiden

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Piron extended_group be
8
Un endroit où se poser assurément.
Pros:

La chambre est en plein centre de Leyden et les couleurs dans les tons de bleu sont très agréables. Il n'y a pas de bruit d'une chambre à l'autre. Nous étions à l'arrière ce qui ne nous permettait pas d'avoir vue sur le canal mais en ce jour de fête du roi ou l'ambiance bat son plein, nous étions bien au calme à l'arrière de la maison.

Cons:

La vue sur l'arrière n'est pas très jolie mais le bas des fenêtres est décoré avec faux vitraux, c'est très sympa. La petite cuisine est un plus avec son four, sa plaque, etc mais il n'y a nul part où déposer son assiette. La chambre était très propre et l'ambiance du hall d'entrée très jolie.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Silvia solo_traveller it
7
Pros:

Excellent location

Cons:

Poor cleaning of the room

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth extended_group gb
10
A truly memorable and wonderful stay
Pros:

Very quirky, very spacious and wonderful position

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Wendy solo_traveller nl
10
Geweldig
Pros:

Top locatie!
Ideaal me digitale sleutel op je telefoon.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth solo_traveller gb
8
Quirky small hotel in great location
Pros:

Quirky and fun hotel right in the centre of everything, very spacious room and comfortable bed. Lots of great bars and cafes nearby. Neat system for access on phone.

Cons:

Pillows were dreadful just lumpy and thin, expect better for the price paid. Bedroom was quite dusty. Could be difficult for anyone not physically able.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Michael couple gb
10
Beautiful property, clean, stylish, and extremely good location
Pros:

Beautiful property, clean, stylish, and extremely good location in the centre of everything. Even got a traditional market to wake up to close by on the Saturday morning

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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esther couple nl
9
Het was heerlijk
Pros:

Fantastische locatie!

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
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Raffaella couple it
9
Appartamento spazioso, con cucina in posizione centralissima
Pros:

Posizione centralissima, tutto il centro storico raggiungibile a piedi. Tanti locali per colazione e pasti proprio accanto e lungo il canale.
Suite molto spaziosa e luminosa, arredata in stile moderno, molto comoda.

Cons:

La nostra suite al primo piano aveva una rampa di scale a chiocciola molto ripida e stretta, davvero faticoso portare le valigie in camera!

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Kevin solo_traveller us
9
Nice location
Pros:

It has a great location in the center of Leiden. The bed was comfortable. The shades in the bedroom completely blackout the room at night.

Cons:

The bathroom needs either a good scrubbing or a fresh coat of partners. Lots of splatter and buildup. The TV in the living area is oddly placed right in the entrance with just a chair. There's so much space by the kitchenette. I feel like a couch would be nice.

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Lisette solo_traveller nl
8
fijne ervaring
Pros:

prachtige kamer met voldoende faciliteiten.
alles prima geregeld.
mooie locatie, midden in Leiden.

Cons:

de digitale sleutel werkte niet naar behoren.
deur ging heel slecht open, vaak 4 of 5 pogingen moeten doen, misschien eens naar kijken.
lastig dat er geen tafeltje staat waar je, als je met meerdere personen bent, aan kunt ontbijten.

2026-04-23 via Nuitee
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Debbie couple gb
10
2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Carlijn solo_traveller nl
8
2026-04-17 via Nuitee