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Reviews of ExLibris Boutique Hotel

Kloksteeg 4, 2311 SL Leiden, Netherlands

#7 of 21 hotels in Leiden

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 195 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free Wifi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: April 2, 2025

    9.0
    Work trip to Leiden.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Being the building historical, the staircase was very steep and narrow. It was not a problem for me but it is not easy to climb it if you have a large suitcase.

    The property and atmosphere is very charming and cozy and the location is super convenient in the heart of Leiden historical district. The room was vary nice and comfortable, quiet at night, with a nice desk that was very useful for my work trip. Its size exceeded my expectations. The bed was also very comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2025

    9.0
    Great stay. Would recommend.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast not included, bit noisy.

    Fint rum, nära till allt.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2025

    7.0
    Ready to return next year.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Shower water not running off smoothly; loose towel hanger. Wifi signal not strong in all parts of the room. Stairs are narrow, not easy to climb or descend with a suitcase.

    Great atmosphere; Nicely decorated rooms. Great a-la carte breakfast. Perfect location in city center, close the university.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 19, 2025

    8.0
    Comfortable and well located
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs, very steep. But that is normal in such old houses (build in 1800 something)

    Boutique hotel in the old houses district of Leiden. Renovated and eecorated with a good sense of quality and design. Comfortable bed and room.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: November 14, 2024

    8.0
    nice experience
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    noise from outside and neighbor rooms, crashing sound of doors, steep stairs (may be typical old buildings in Netherlands)

    clean, excellent location, comfortable bed, nice breakfast options, coffee machine, arm chairs, experience of old building of Netherlands.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 20, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Room was big and spacious with a good sized bathroom and a Nespresso coffee machine. Located in a lovely part of town by Pieterskerk - pretty cobbled streets nearby and lots of nice cafes and bars too. Stairs are quite steep to the room but you get used to them, and there aren't many. Staff were helpful about us leaving luggage before/after check in. Easy check in and a nice stay.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little noisy at times... other residents on stairs. Layout of building makes this a bit inevitable - steep wooden stairs.

    Location. High standard of room. Lovely breakfast available.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 30, 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small thin towels were the only negative ! But they gave us additional ones.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2024

    7.0
    It was good but we found the steep spiral staircases challenging.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Travelers need to know that when you stay in a historical hotel in the Netherlands, there are very, very steep spiral staircases to get to your room. Not many have lifts or luggage lifts, there is just no space. So if you are elderly, not fit and have very large suitcases, you are not going to manage. If you are very tall & you stay in the attic you are going to be bumping your head.

    It was very well situated.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 17, 2024

    9.0
    worthwile
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very narrow and steep stairways.

    Small, beautiful hotel. A real gem! Simple self check-in. Located in a quiet area.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing it was very comfortable.

    Great room.. didn't have breakfast.Great location too

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 7, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The room was a bit too small for two people. We had no major issues with the narrow and steep staircase, but it might be difficult to climb for some people. There is a busy bar very near the hotel so the area can be very noisy at night, so one would need noise cancelling earplugs to be able to sleep.

    Excellent location, close to the university, city centre and train station. Nice breakfast with very good quality ingredients; elegant breakfast room. Staff helpful and friendly. Excellent hassle-free check-in/check-out system.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2024

    9.0
    A very pleasant stay in the heart of academic Leiden.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The staircase. It is historic, but it is worth noting that it is steep, and a half spiral. It is not practical for those unsteady on their feet.

    The bed, TV, air-conditioning, fire-place

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2024

    9.0
    Leiden is a wonderful city and this makes a fantastic base for seeing the city and surrounding areas.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are very few steep steps to the attic room. Not a problem for our visit but worth noting if you have mobility issues or large cases.

    Wonderful accommodation on a centrally based canal side street. Spacious attic room with lovely lounge area. Very good breakfast. Would stay again

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: June 8, 2024

    9.0
    Great small hotel in a lovely street
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Great location, charming and spacious room. Very comfortable bed. Excellent

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Really steep staircase, no elevator. Pillows could have been better. Shower mat only upon request. 15h checking and 11am checkout seems to be the new norm but is a bit limiting.

    Lovely charming little house, nicely decorated room with attention to detail. Great neighbourhood, walking distance to cafes, restaurants and ie Pieterskerk. Excellent wine choice in minibar.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely hotel in historic district(Pilgrim Fathers lived in this neighborhood)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There’s no reception desk or person to greet you and provide advice. Also, anyone with mobility problems would struggle to climb the tiny circular staircase. Street facing room can be noisy (pub on street corner). Garden room was quiet.

    Fantastic location, walk from train station, in historic part of Leiden. Lovely, well-appointed room, all the conveniences. Enjoyed the breakfast in the pretty breakfast room.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    7.0
    Nice stay, just a lot of stairs to get to our room. But the room was spacious,clean and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our room was on the top floor and there were 3 flights so stairs to get to it. We had a baby and therefore a lot of luggage and would have been nice to know ahead of time we would have a room with so many stairs.

    The location of the hotel is awesome.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 28, 2024

    8.0
    Great experience, will do again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    nothing, all was perfect

    I stayed in a cozy room with a fridge and coffee machine. It is a spotless and lovely bathroom with a great shower. Small breakfast area where they cook for you your preferred breakfast. The hotel is in the middle of the historical city center, a beautiful location.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    9.0
    Amazing location on adorable street.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    2nd floor suite access requires climbing very narrow small staircase.

    Location!!! Room decor and fireplace. Really a lovely small hotel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    9.0
    Gorgeous, historic luxury hotel, with beautiful design and fittings in a perfect location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs were super steep, so for the less sure footed, you may want to request a room on the lower floors. Only other small thing was no power point in the bedroom alcove area.

    Beautiful building, great location. The room (5) was up in the attic area, with spacious living room area with coffee machine, kettle, small fridge, sofa, tv etc. The shower room was beautifully decorated with a great rain shower. The double bed was in an alcove, perfect for one, but access only from one side. It was so comfortable, great linen. Breakfast was delicious and cooked to order.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Note - there are no staff / no reception on the premises

    Lovely characterful hotel (converted old town house) in great location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    8.0
    Attractive hotel in a great part of Leiden.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There’s no reception desk/no one to ask for advice about Leiden. We were on the top floor- the tiny circular staircase would not suit all travellers -best to enquire about this at time of booking. Streetside room can be noisy at night, but garden view are quiet.

    I’m adding this to an earlier review. We were bery pleased indeed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    8.0
    Great location in a historic part of Leiden
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our room (“garden view”) was very quiet but the second room we booked (street side) was somewhat noisy at night, with late night revellers and garbage disposal. The host was professional and served a good breakfast but was not available at other times to greet us, recommend restaurants, etc. It felt very impersonal.

    Super location, historic street 15-20 min walk from the train station. Close to cafes, restaurants, historic sites. Pretty, well appointed room with comfy bed and great shower.

    Stayed in April 2024

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