I honestly have no idea what smell some of the other reviews are referring to lol. I think this…read morelibrary is beautiful! It's smaller than it looks but it's a nice place to study or work from home!

This branch has the biggest selection of musical instruments to check out and the book…read morerecommendations from the staff are always so good! Helpful and kind librarians too!

The Newport Beach Public Library is a modern and newer library in Orange County. Any California…read moreresident can apply for a library card. Their mobile app is easy to use and convenient for searching and renewing leases. It is very clean inside, staff are nice, and there is a passport center downstairs available via appointments. The parking structure shared with the Civic Center offers plenty of spaces. It is also adjacent to the park and large grass areas.

Continues to be wonderful, has a new cafe now. Teen area is more updated for the teens although…read moreadults still go there as well. Most studying for AP exams in college and high school have enjoyed this spot. Great place to rent Xbox, Playstation games and many DVD's currently out. Overall, well managed and the best place for reading time, very spacious.

I came to the Mesa Verde Library to work on some applications today, and I think that though this…read morelibrary is quaint and small, it is also very peaceful and clean. Upon entering there are stairs that lead to a small upper and lower level for teens that has desks and chairs. I snagged a table with an outlet on the middle level rather easily, and was able to get to work. There was also several computer stations and a place where you can print documents, for a charge I believe. The staff is also very friendly, and I definitely enjoyed doing work here uninterrupted. One thing to note is that if you're expecting complete silence, this might not be the place that you want to, but if you can tolerate some noise and speech, I think that this is a fine enough place to study and do some work.

+ Efficient service. I had reserved a parks pass. They helped me acquire my checkout quick…read more - Small library. + Peaceful ambience. - A bit crowded in the middle of a weekday. - Not very quiet. - Cramped parking lot.

Cozy, clean, quiet vibes. Can definitely melt into a cubicle and begin studying immediatelyread more

They have a great selection of books, DVDs etc... to check out & can even place it on hold for you…read moreat your branch choice, which is really convenient. Staff is always helpful. And it's nice to just chill there and read something or work/study.

+ Most beautiful library I've ever visited. Fancy layout, elegant decor…read more + Spacious, peaceful. + Located in the middle of HB Park, a giant, beautiful park that often hosts events like cultural festivals. . Lots of people coming and going in both the park & library. - Sundays, doesn't open til noon.

It's not just a library; it's a place where you can escape and find a tranquil space. The water…read morefountain is a bit loud, but still nice Staff are friendly and knowledgeable A lot of the books have a big wait list Love the different sections, some parts are aged, could Use some revamping. But regardless, it's nice for a library

Bonus they have two free parking lots. Note that this year, 2026, they are doing some major…read moreupgrades and renovations so some areas are closed. We look forward to visiting again.

They're open in limited capacity so it's not going to take longer than an hour to tour the grounds…read more Parking was $6.50 Not sure when construction finishes but it shouldnt take long because we spoke to someone there who said the city will want to expedite construction to open the restaurant. Beautiful still. We came the day before Mother's Day for the rose show. Looking forward to coming back when construction completes because at $5 admission that is kind of a rip for how much is there. It took us longer because I recognized someone at the rose show and my son is really into plants but for an average person I'd say 30-45 min is really how much is there right now until they finish the remodel

Service by staff was very pleasant and helpful. There was a welcoming ambience and really efficient…read moreservice to take care of my request. I enjoyed my visit and will be back!

Beautiful and clean library with a great selection for children. Front staff is always friendly and…read morehelpful.

As a young child, I would come here for reading days back in the 80s when there was bad haircuts…read moreand spandex a plenty. I still enjoy this location more than other libraries. It's quaint, small and not overcrowded in the least bit. I've known the research librarians there since I was about 5, and it is always a pleasure to go back and see the people you associate reading with. But the 5 score on this branch is not due to my nostalgia. The friendliness, the easy accessibility and the location are just part of this library's charm. They rent out VHSs still, in addition to DVDs, and the library is always expanding. If there's a book that you need, that they don't have, it's almost always at the central library, a close drive away. This place is the perfect spot to go and get work done, no one bothers you, and you can almost always get an entire table to yourself. It really is an enjoyable place.

It's been a long time since I've been in a library, and this one is very cute with a great kids…read moreselection. The friendly staff helped my nephew find a particular book he was looking for. I definitely recommend this place if you're staying in the area.

I love studying here for the free wifi and friendly staff. It is small but peaceful, and the light…read morefiltering in from the huge window wall makes for such a relaxing environment.

The staff especially Mary is amazing and make this a fun place to stop. The services of the library…read moreare really worth a visit!

Golden West College has a wonderful library and staff here to help out with books and resources. I…read morewent to this college for a little while years back, and I always felt comfortable studying here with my homework. There are good study groups too you can bond with, and make friends with in helping you reach your academic goals. Its just a wonderful library.

Awesome library! I think it's open to the community too, so it doesn't seem like you have to be a…read morestudent to study here (still gotta pay for parking though). This is a nice library - newer than the one they had closer to the middle of campus. I like the third floor (which is the library's 2nd floor - as the first floor is occupied by their computer center/tech lab). It's pretty quiet up here most of the time and the students keep to themselves. There are plenty of outlets on the third floor so you can plug in and recharge your laptop while you study. Plenty of seating as well - I like the ones that line the HUGE picturesque glass windows that overlook the parking lot, Goldenwest Street and beyond. You can see the mountain range far far in the backdrop on clearer days. A great plus is the strong wifi connection here and also that it was nicely ventilated/air conditioned - so it creates a nice refuge from the heat waves we've been having in the area lately. The staff/librarians here are friendly - I haven't had to use any of their services or expertise, but they're always cheerful/happy looking. Restrooms are clean for the most part - the ones on the 1st and 2nd floor tend to get messy throughout the door due to the traffic, the cleanest ones I feel, are on the 3rd floor as most students don't head up that high. Hours can be a bit better - maybe open later during the week and even have hours during the weekends if budget permits. Current hours - Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs - 8a to 845p and Fridays 8am to 3p.