Study Rooms

Study rooms (Central Library, upper level)

1. Go to the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor of the Central Library.
2. Bring a valid Newport Beach Public Library card.
3. Ask staff to book a room. We do not accept phone or email requests.
4. You can book one 2-hour session at a time. You may extend it by 2 hours if no one is waiting.
5. If you are more than 10 minutes late, you may lose your reservation.

Please read Study Rooms/Charles Sword Meeting Room Policy before reserving.

Charles Sword Meeting Room

Charles Sword Meeting Room (Central Library, upper level)

• Fits 6–20 people.
• Book up to 4 hours. You can book up to 4 weeks ahead.
• Reserve through the Administration office (Mon–Thu 9AM–5PM, Fri 9AM–4PM) by phone at 949‑717‑3801 or in person. Requests outside these hours will not be honored.
• You must have a valid Newport Beach Public Library card on file.
• No selling, no fees, no commercial activity. Snacks are allowed.
• No audio or video equipment or phone line in the room.
• Keep noise low. The room is in a quiet area.
• If you do not arrive within 10 minutes of your start time, your reservation may be released.
• Return tables and chairs to their original positions before you leave.

Please read Study Rooms/Charles Sword Meeting Room Policy before reserving.

Friends Meeting Room

Friends Meeting Room (Central Library, lower level)

• Usually used for library programs. It may be rented for a fee with approval from the Library Services Director.
• To ask about renting, contact Administration at libadmin@newportbeachca.gov or 949‑717‑3801.