Second floor = kid paradise. Books for "reading," cute backdrops for photos, and enough Legos and toys to completely forget the books exist. Perfect little time-killer (for kids... and your sanity). read more

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Large store with huge selection. If you love the spell of fresh pages this is the place for you. I didn't even smell coffee. Lots of selection and cool non book items to peruse through. We didn't find the specific book volume we were looking for but there were so much staff walking around and super helpful and attentive. I thought pricing was ok. Some reasonable but for non book items a little pricey but good quality. . read more

It seems bookstores are a thing of the past. Yet I still see Barnes and Nobles at a few malls. And it was quite busy. Coffee shop inside with helpful staff. They had a larger anime section than most Barnes and Nobles I have been to. I signed up for their loyalty program last time but they couldn't find me in the system which was disappointing. Made a couple of purchases like I typically do just l to support the business. read more

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Finding a Barnes and Noble these days feels like hunting for dinosaurs nowadays...this place was stunning! They had an amazing selection of books, journals, office supplies, there's a big Starbucks on the first floor, and they have a massive second story of BOOKS! Definitely worth a walk around the store, maybe I'm weird and love the smell of a book haha read more

It was amazing! The service was so nice and the value was very reasonable for me. Also, the selection was very widespread and amazing!! Overall, I loved it :D read more

Barnes and noble is always a place to get lost and let imagination wonder. With so many book options you can be here for hours. Location: corner of mall, behind/next to Cheesecake Factory Price: I'm always impressed of the great deals we find here, especially if you are a member (there is a fee but pretty much pays for itself with all the discounts) Clean: store is kept clean and very well stocked Staff: had to please to be ring out by Lauren. She was very nice and patient as she was helping me redeem my birthday coupon. read more

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I've always valued the enthusiastic service at this bookstore, where staff once looked at other locations for books not in stock. Unfortunately, my experience today fell short. When I asked an employee on the second floor about an EKG book, she walked six feet ahead of me, facing away, talking loudly but making it impossible for me to hear her clearly. To that staff member, I kindly suggest engaging more directly and courteously with customers to maintain the store's welcoming reputation. read more

I love coming to this specific store! The best one so far I've seen in the whole Houston area. Two floors and very very nice to study, read and I really like the kids section here (: read more

They've removed the comfy chairs that made a better than average experience to visit. Good selection still. read more

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I love this store. You have a coffee shop with pastries and a sitting area. You can take your coffee with you to walk around and look at the MANY books and magazines. They do have seating areas for you to read the books to see which ones you want. They have great sales. If you need a book they don't have they will order it for you. Their is staff throughout the store for when you need help, so you don't have to go looking for someone because they are around when you need them. It's a nice quite place to go sit with friends and have coffee or meet up and study. All of the book stores are closing. I'm thankful they still have this one. They have books for all ages too. read more

For when you want to do some book browsing, nothing beats going to a real deal book store. And this one is a nice one located in the very happening Woodlands Mall. The place is hopping. The coffee bar is always crowded. ONCE upon a time, there was a plethora of overstuffed chairs but then in 2022, most of them disappeared, and so the place isn't as cozy and welcoming as it was in the past. read more

I love book stores and want them to be around for a long time to come. However, I do want good service and decent coffee from the cafe inside. Floor staff were actively trying not to help customers and both people in the Starbucks kept messing up several customer orders. Trying to buy and pick up an online order turned out to be a daunting task. read more

I love walking into bookstores and getting lost in a great read. This two-story B&N is located in the Woodlands Mall across from PF Changs. The kids area is on the 2nd floor and a Starbucks on the first floor. I came in to buy Kumon books and learning activity books for the boys. There's lots to choose from. You can also find board games and toys so if you're shopping for a child's birthday gift this is a great place to stop. The floor to ceiling windows on the 2nd floor invites fabulous sunlight. You'll also find comfy lounge chairs in front of the windows so you can sit, enjoy your coffee, read, and absorb the view. It's a cozy quiet spot when it's overcast and raining. Drizzle, drizzle. A yearly membership costs $25 so if you're a regular shopper get it so you can save 10 percent on every purchase. I use to have one when I was a frequent shopper and it was worth it. I find that my online reading is not as enjoyable as my old timey books. Overall a wonderful place to come in and find almost anything. read more

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It was a really good bookstore I loved they have a kids area manga fiction nonfiction children's books etc they have some dnd stuff toys and more but I was kinda sad that I could not find Naruto or some other books so that's my only complaint they did have a good selection of books which I loved so I would recommend this place really. read more

It's been a long time since I've been to a new bookstore. Barnes & Noble is huge and offers a great selection of all kinds of books. Parking at the mall is kind of a hassle, but worth it. Today we were shopping for graphic novels for my almost eight year old girl. The children's section was expansive and very nicely organized. There are two columns of graphic novels, the best selection I've found so far. My girls were very excited to see an escalator in the store, as they've never been on one before. (There is also an elevator, my six year old wanted to be sure to point that out). Check out had a fairly long line but there were many cashiers open and we breezed through the line quickly. I was disappointed that neither of the two books we bought had any discount, I had to pay full list price. Hopefully the rewards program will help with getting some discounts in the future. read more

I miss brick and mortar book stores. I'm so glad Barnes & Noble remains focused on customer service and an amazing shopping experience for their customers. read more

In a time of uncertainty, this bookstore has been a saving grace for my pandemic isolation. Situated in The Woodlands Mall, this Barnes & Noble is two stories filled with an assortment of enjoyable reads. I have always loved reading as a child, but adulting has proved it to be quite challenging. Yet, not impossible! I carve out nooks in my day to appreciate the simple things in life- reading. If you are searching for a specific title or topic, the front desk employees can assist in locating anything you may be looking for. If unavailable, you can always go to their online bookstore and have it shipped to your residence. Practicing for a professional boards or college entry exam? Their educational section upstairs can be of assistance. Bored of your current dinner routines? Select from their celebrity chef cookbooks to keto-inspired hardcovers for those on a personal journey. Inspired to be more spiritual? Self-growth topics and self-care journals can help identify or nurture that side of you. Imagining a dreamy vision of superpowers? Comics and fantasy fictions can help you temporarily escape. There are magnetic book accessories and monthly organizers to help you plan out your workweek or social zoom meetings. There's even a section of toys and coloring tools for the young, developing bookworms. Starbucks coffee is temporary unavailable, but if it reopens, you can always grab and purchase a magazine nearby to enjoy with that cup of joe. Learning is growth. Knowledge is power. Reading is trendy. My personal experience from increasing 'good reads' is that my mind has directly reflected more positivity and serenity. Who wouldn't love more of that? read more

I was sitting by the window, reading a book while I waited for my daughter to finalize her purchases. I was not aware that I wasn't allowed to sit. An employee approached me and LOUDLY chastised me for sitting. She spoke to me in a condescending voice instead of politely asking to to stand. My daughter was three rows over and heard her. A few minutes later my daughter, age 12, not knowing that the employee was speaking to me, said "I felt sorry for the person that employee was talking to." We put our books back and left the store. I no longer feel welcome at this store. read more

I am thinking that Yelp's search function may be down. How is it that this business "appears" as not yet reviewed? Such an active Barnes and Noble?! Is it possible?! Something must indeed be wrong! Regardless of my having to transfer my review later (If I happen to find out that 'Yelp search is down theory' was indeed correct) here are my two cents: I thought this was a great Barnes and Noble... but then again.. aren't they all? Very friendly staff, lots of books, and lots of space! Just the way I like it. We had actually been looking for a book all over Houston, and to our surprise this is the only one that carried it. We even went to Border's! It's an older book, and it seems they don't really keep many copies of them. I am impressed with the fact that we called 4 Barnes and Noble and they all picked up the phone! And in less than 2 minutes.That was great!! BN, has had my business for a while and shall keep it as long as they continue to provide such great service! read more

This is a nice, big, and beautiful Barnes & Noble, and quite a step up from it's old Woodlands location near Target. It had all the right sections in all the familiar places, and with a lot of busy happy energy. I particularly liked the large magazine section, the Nook desk, the local Texas book selections, and the friendly folks working here. It was kind of strange to be browsing through various magazines that were describing ipad2 apps, since digital delivery of this information might be better. Then came the Talking Heads moment - "My G-d, What Have I Done?". When little old me starts wishing for the electronic magazine instead of the paper one, our bookstore society is on a slippery slope. But for now, "I'll give you my New York Times when you pry it from my cold, dead hands!" read more

Had a bad experience at this Barnes & Noble yesterday, May 1st, with an employee named Howard. He wrongly accused my cousin & I of misplacing a vinyl record. Yelled at us & then realized he was wrong but continued to say people always misplace them. Made us feel he took it out on us because we are latinas. We decided to leave & not shop there. He went on and encouraged me to file a complaint. My suggestion is that Barnes & Noble not hire people like him. He clearly hates his job. read more

This is my first time. It reminds me of the library. There is Starbuck in first floor and kid books in the second floor. I can sit by the window and watch the view. It is beautiful outside if you want to see it. This place is close to the mall, shoppings, restaurants, and waterway. read more

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I am a Barnes and Noble member. I probably won't be for much longer. The cost of the annual membership is $25.00. However, with the discounts that you can find online now, it really isn't worth the money any longer. As far as this particular location, the parking is atrocious. Finding a place to park at The Woodlands Mall is bad. Finding a place close to BN is next to impossible. With that, they did save a book for me that the Baybrook store did not have. They had already grabbed it and put it behind the counter when I got there so for that, I gave them an extra star. Oh, wait...did I mention the parking? It's HORRIBLE. read more

Who doesnt enjoy a book store? Starbucks inside, B&N located in a shopping center/mall... read more

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No matter what Barnes & Noble I step in I get that nostalgic feeling of being in school again, and even worse a fear of wanting to go back to school (haha sucker for knowledge what can I say, I eat it up!) Grab me a hot cup of go fuel at the indoor Starbucks (btw they dont take starbucks giftcards here if I remember correctly, though the reasoning I cannot remember, its shenanigans), followed by finding me a good book and a corner to enjoy it altogether. Never have had a bad experience here, though I generally keep myself self-entertained and use the electronic employees (computers) to seek a specific book. read more

So peaceful, I love the chairs they kept upstairs so we could read but with covid I know it's not possible. They need to make seats by the windows. It would be so beautiful. They also have a wide variety of motivational books which I didn't expect. read more

Barnes & noble is on the outside part of the mall , (right across from the cheese cake factory) lots of books (its a bookstore) a lot of college bums hang of by window at 2nd floor away from people ....(wiredos) I mean there is a Starbucks down stares hang out there ?! . But i have no authority to judge (tho I'm on yelp???) . They have a place upstairs were they have story time for kids , but parents will take advantage of it as more of a daycare than a storytime. read more

Not many bookstores left, but hopefully this wonderful 2-story B&N will be around for a longtime. It is conveniently located right next to The Woodlands mall near Urban Outfitters and PF Changs. Although parking is a major concern right now, the good news is they are currently building parking garages within walking distance of these stores. This should definitely make it easier in the future to find a parking spot. B&N has a great travel section - both domestic and international. Also, lots of magazines that you cannot find anywhere else. This is always a fun and friendly store to shop! read more

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Book store is great but the Starbucks is the dirtiest I've ever seen. Clearly the staff aren't at all interested in cleaning and practicing basic hygiene. The counter was filthy and the top of the condiment area was covered with spilt fluids, sugars with them trash can overflowing. Basic stuff the staff should have addressed every 30-60 minutes. Shame because the concept of having a decent coffee while reading a book is awesome. But if the poor hygiene, over flowing trash cans, dirty floor and counter tops is at the front of the store I don't want to think what the kitchen/food preparation area looks like. Ultimately would suggest spending your money elsewhere. We won't be going back and instead will go somewhere else for our regular coffee and book fix. read more

I really enjoy going to Barnes & Nobles (or any bookstore). There is still something to be said about picking up a fresh book, opening it up for the first time, and discovering what's inside... :) This location is huge. There is a Starbucks located within the store. It's great to grab a coffee or Chai and then get lost for hours browsing through their vast selection of books. The only complaint I have with this location is the parking! It's like hamster in the wheel when you try to find a parking spot to be near the bookstore! = ( A great place to chill...a great place to read/study and to acquire knowledge. read more

Wonderful location, lots of variety, clean and well stocked, Starbucks attached but sometimes the line can be long. I love that I can pop in after shopping at the mall. They have lots of clearance tables and aisles. Great children's section with books and toys. A good variety of games and puzzles, but I think you can get better prices online through other retailers. The major annoyance for me is the long line at Starbucks and the line for purchasing books. All in all, I'm happy to have this Barnes and Noble. read more

Staffing keeps getting worse and worse, seems like anytime i go (which is further and further apart for this reason) they get worse, even the cafe people (starbucks) are rude and condescending! read more

Hey y'all great service! My friend got a drink that was too sweet and the barista replaced it for free! Also threw in a stroopwafels since she's Dutch! read more

My family and I love this place. Barnes & Noble is a great for stress relief and relaxation. Even though they wont admit it...all of my kids LOVE books! Clean and neat location with helpful staff. read more

Barnes & Noble - Bookstores Near Me - The Woodlands, Texas

Ok so help and friendliness depends on who you meet. Just one girl was rude. I ordered online to pick up in store. One item was cancelled before I showed up, four were confirmed for pick up. When I arrived 3/4 books were incorrect. They did fix a couple and never could find the fourth book even though they said it was in stock. At checkout, they couldn't give me a receipt. The guy was nice and apologetic but the girl acted like how dare I have the audacity to ask for a receipt. Rude. Honestly, the selection is limited, and very few hardcover items. In stock is incorrect online. Be careful for pick up in store. read more

Nice place to browse around and chill, but just so expensive. I guess I'm just spoiled by Half Price Books and buying stuff online from half.com and Amazon, but I just cannot bring myself to pay full price for books :-/ Solomon warns us: But beyond this, my son, be warned: the writing of many books is endless, and excessive devotion to books is wearying to the body. (end of Ecclesiastes 12) And that's certainly the case, lotsss of books! Lot's of stuff that shouldn't have been published, but I appreciate the variety. Nice cafe though, tasty food from what little I've tried. Good atmosphere all around for the store. MUCH BETTER THAN BORDERS Will come back happily to meet people, etc, but overall don't have a lot of love anymore for retail book stores... read more

I love a good bookstore. Anything that takes on the behemoth that is Amazon, I fully support. This is one of my favorite Barnes & Noble locations. It is two stories packed with so much adventure around every corner. I could get lost in here for hours. I do wish that their employees were a bit more forward in inquiring if assistance is needed. No matter. I typically am able to find what I am looking for without any help. The location is great as it is part of the Woodlands Mall complex. There is plenty of parking thanks to a semi new parking garage built right next door. The store is always in good shape and orderly. While I have a Barnes & Noble location closer to where I live, I find the drive over to be worth it as this location typically stocks products not found at other locations. I like having the convenience of a Starbucks inside though I typically do not partake. Options. It makes me sad that more and more bookstores are folding. I sure do hope that this one sticks around. read more

It would be nice if there was a sign saying that Starbucks at this location does not accept Starbucks gift cards. Waisted 20 minutes of my 30 minute lunch waiting in line, only to find this out when I put in my order . read more

Very quiet and well kept. They are pretty efficient at their Starbucks location. Not too much to say. No bad experience ever.

I totally enjoy ever visit to B&N. Great selection of books and magazine. Now my only wish is that they keep the bathrooms as superlative as the store. LOL! read more