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Ex Libris boutique hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star Art Deco hotel near Pieterskerk

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Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Interior entrance
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Kloksteeg 4, Leiden, 2311SL
  • Place, Rijksmuseum van Oudheden
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hortus Botanicus
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Leiden University
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, City View

  • 236 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Double Room, City View

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Double Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | Living area | Smart TV, Netflix

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Leiden

Heart of Leiden.With a stay at this Leiden hotel, you'll be steps from Pieterskerk and Rijksmuseum van Oudheden. Leiden University and Stedelijk Museum de Lakenhal are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Rijksmuseum van Oudheden - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hortus Botanicus - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pieterskerk - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Leiden University - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • National Museum of Ethnology - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Leiden Central Station - 14 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dranklokaal 1650 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Barrera - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tuincafe Zondag - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café de Keyzer - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chummy Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ex Libris boutique hotel

3.5-star Art Deco hotel near Pieterskerk
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at Ex Libris boutique hotel.

This Art Deco Leiden hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1600
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Ex Libris boutique hotel offers 5 accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 17.50 per person
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 3 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.70 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 17.5 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

National rating

This property does not have a Netherlands Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ex Libris boutique hotel to the airport?

Ex Libris boutique hotel is 19.3 mi (22-min drive) away from the Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ex Libris boutique hotel have an airport shuttle?

Ex Libris boutique hotel offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Ex Libris boutique hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 15.8 mi (34-min drive) from Scheveningen Beach and 7.2 mi (26-min drive) from Katwijk Aan Zee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ex Libris boutique hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Ex Libris boutique hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 17.5 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Ex Libris boutique hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Holland Casino Scheveningen (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ex Libris boutique hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Ex Libris boutique hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Ex Libris boutique hotel have a pool?

Ex Libris boutique hotel does not have a pool.

Does Ex Libris boutique hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Ex Libris boutique hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ex Libris boutique hotel to downtown Leiden?

Ex Libris boutique hotel is 0.3 mi away from Leiden.

Ex Libris boutique hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Brookline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a perfect little gem for those looking for an authentic Leiden experience. The owner is wonderful, and take great care of the property. Rooms are spacious, with antique and modern charm combined. We normally stay at 5-star hotels with lots of amenities and services - this is not that! More of a 5-star B&B, which was perfect for what we wanted in Leiden. Be warned that the upper floor rooms require climbing very steep and narrow stairs, which would not be good for people with any physical issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous boutique hotel in an excellent location near several good restaurants and Pieterskerk. Excellent breakfasts are offered in the hotel restaurant. Hotel room had everything one needs- small fridge with wine and water, nespresso coffee machine, excellent shower and comfortable bed. Easily walkable from Leiden Central.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous boutique hotel in the cutest town. Highly highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little problem with cleanliness, but it was addressed immediately and satisfactorily. Location is absolutely perfect! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem in the heart of Leiden

A beautiful of Dutch house, getting to our room with our suitcases was a bit of a challenge but we managed one step at a time. We were in room 7 which was beautiful. The owner is a great chef, making us very creative and delicious breakfasts with a speed that surprised us. He was very helpful in getting us tickets to Soldaat van Oranje and to the shuttle that brought us there. The hotel is located in the center of the city, close to many great restaurants and places of interest. Out of now my favorite place in Leiden
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Fantastic location. One of best locations in Leiden. Street has wonderful cafes. Close to the Hortus botanica garden (must see) Nice garden view room in terms of size, bed and shower. Although winter no garden, but back of B&B is quiet. Housekeeping very good We travel often for to NL for work, family and friends. Picked the “Boutique Hotel” for great location and had great time as always in Leiden. This is a B&B (not full service in case you need). However, please know no Reception area. There is a breakfast room, but not available except for breakfast. Our 80 year old Dutch galfriend cycled over to meet us. We hadn't returned from walk and she was told "no reception" and couldn't come inside and just wait in breakfast room. I am a physician. I needed to see a GP and was told by owner he didn’t know and couldn't help. Unbelievable! So I called ER at university and got good advice. Also, 1st morning my husband asked if could reserve a cab for last day (always use NL trains but just needed to go for return trip to station wirh bags) and owner was abrupt and not helpful - guess he was occupied - last morning he asked if we needed cab but believe this was due to another guest complaining about hospitality. We had already arranged one. Again, loved location (were there for 9 days) and love Leiden. We will not stay at ExLibris on future trips.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quaint hotel Very comfortable Definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, Beaverton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Room was well appointed red and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the best combination of a high end Air B'n B but within a quaint hotel - we were in 'number 10' which had only three rooms. Lovely and quiet. Owner really helpful and friendly. Located centrally so we didn't need to take cabs or buses anywhere. Thoroughly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Johannes, Richmond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old building, but stairs to 1st and 2nd floors are very steep and narrow, so less suitable for large suitcases. No check in required, area is the oldest and most picturesque part of Leiden with nice bars and restaurants. Hotel itself is in a quiet street. We did not use breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and nice room up a very narrow staircase. Bed was comfortable and we slept well. Some noise from sorority house nearby on Friday night but not enough to complain about.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room and the great location. The stairs to the higher floors were challenging, small and steep, but the handrails made it workable. Pleasant staff, though there is no one on site 24 hours.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Seattle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms in the best part of Leiden
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet. Clean and enough room for the two of us. Perfect location. Not the best wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Boutique hotel with just 8 rooms in 2 walk- up buildings (no elevator). Had top floor room that was quiet and comfy. Breakfast is great. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place in central Leiden - recommended.

It was a very easy stay - there was a no-contact check-in. No problems at all. The room was comfortable and cozy and very well located. Nice restaurants right across the street. Very close to central station. There was a minor problem with the bedding, but the hotel discounted my stay in compensation and it was very fair. The value was good and I would return there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room itself was clean and well appointed once the two sets of steep spiral stairs had been negotiated. We gained the very distinct impression the hotel was run solely from a business view point. The proprietor gave no indication of wishing to engage with guests. Breakfast exactly the same each day to such an extent that having chosen coffee and earl grey tea to drink on the first morning, that was what was automatically supplied on the following two mornings without inquiry. In short the choice at breakfast was take it or leave it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location. Nestled beside Pieterskerk and amongst some fine local restaurants. Also close to the main canal and the university.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

David, Liskeard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a very good location convenient for the station, restaurants and tourist attractions. As other reviews have stated the stairs are a bit awkward (but not unusually so for this type of property). Because of the size of the room (8, on the second floor) the bed was a bit awkward to get in and out of as it is enclosed on three sides (but comfortable once in).
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Shanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place for a short stay in Leiden!

Loved my stay at Ex Libris! Amazing location - right in the middle of all of the Pilgrim Fathers historical sites. My room was very cozy and immaculately clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely remodeled and right in the center of town. We were on the first floor, right on the street--very Dutch, but not very me. Otherwise, excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019