Cty Books

Long history, short. In the heart of historic Leiden, in between its Medieval castle and the river Rhine, lies one of the city’s oldest buildings. This magnificent monument used to house a bookstore, but is now home to the CTY Books Hotel. Its walls breathe history, while its views over the castle, the river and the city hall offer a glimpse into Leiden’s long but ever-present past. Epic upgrades. Check yourself into the city’s most modern boutique hotel. Every room has its own full kitchen, luxurious bathroom and silent AC system, all running on 100% renewable energy. The downstairs café is open all day and evening, for all types of drinks and meals. It boasts a riverside seating area extending onto an iconic bridge that, probably, gave our building its name.