Newport Beach library is beautiful. It's quite big. I was surprised to see how comfortable I was…read moreand started reading and lost track of time. Some libraries are not inviting, but this one made me feel calm and relaxed. There's plenty of parking. I just happened to park in the wrong place. There are lots of areas to study. Air-conditioning is nice and cool. There's a kids' area and teen area too. The kids' area is huge. Parents can sit and watch their kids play. If it was not so far away, I think I would go there daily. It's a really nice library. They also have a community center nearby where you can book a room for a parties and celebrations.

It's a wonderful place to study! So spacious and there are a lot of things to do to rest and walk…read morearound the area. God bless you all.

Beautiful and clean library. Spacious area and plenty of electrical outlets. Cute gift shop with…read morereasonable price, also section of used books that organized and well maintained. Big water features inside the library. I enjoy working here. They also dont have restrictions to bring food or drinks like some public library.

This is my favorite library. The building is very spacious, well-maintained, and has plenty of room…read morewhether you're looking to study, read, or just spend a quiet afternoon. Weekdays it is open from 9 AM to 9 PM, but closed on Sundays. Huge lot for parking. The library itself is beautiful. There's a large fountain in the center of the building that gives the space a unique, open feel, and it makes the library feel more like a community gathering place with an air of nostalgia and calmness that comes with a spa day. There are lots of tables and study areas spread throughout the library, so it's never difficult to find a place to sit. The collections are plentiful, with a wide selection of books across different genres, mixed media, and materials for everyone including a dedicated children's area. One feature that was new to me was the Makerspace. It's available by appointment for library card holders, and you'll need to bring your own design or project idea. An instructor is there to guide you through the process, which makes it less intimidating for anyone interested in learning something new. It lives next to a café located on the lower level, which is convenient if you plan on spending a few hours studying or working. Overall, this is an amazing library with great amenities, plenty of space, and resources that go beyond books. This is somewhere I recommend everyone checks out when they're in the area - pun intended.

Beautiful old fashioned rebuilt library Building with nice…read moreamount of materials and peaceful garden. Large friends of library bookstore in basement. It's a gem.

This is a small but beautiful library on the grounds of the Irvine Ranch Historical Park. The main…read morelevel has books and DVD's upstairs is devoted to children's books. The place is small with only a few seats, however it is a place that everyone should visit. I'm sure everyone will find a book here that they want to read. This is a county library, but rumor is it will transfer to a city library shortly. I hope the transition goes smoothly and the city makes no changes. This is a wonderful place

I came here to get a specific book that this library had and none of the other OC libraries had…read more(about an Arctic shipwreck). Of course you can have a book shipped from any OC library to one close to you but I was curious about the Tustin library, never having been there. I walked in and my first impression - it's HUGE. An enormous lobby with a large children's section to the right and a larger adult area to the left. The library was neat and well organized - I found the book within a minute. So I browsed around a bit and ended up getting a couple others too. On my way to check out my books I passed a classroom full of computers, and it appeared as though some sort of class had just adjourned. Other reviews mention it is a bit noisy here but I honestly didn't experience that on a weekday afternoon. Since I did self-checkout, I didn't interact with any of the librarians so I was unable to impress them with riveting conversation about the Dewey Decimal System.

when the irvine libraries split from the ocpl system, i ended up switching over to tustin since…read moreit's the closest location to me now. the location itself is really nice. it's in the civic center, so you've got the community center and police department right there, and there are a bunch of food and drink spots across the street if you want to grab something before or after. there's plenty of parking outside, but even then on busy days it can get full really fast. there are also bathrooms available but you need to ask the library for the code to access, as i believe it changes daily. they also have a security guard who stands by the door. inside, the library is super spacious, but it's not the quietest. i wouldn't really recommend it as a study or focus spot if that's what you're looking for since it can get pretty loud, especially with kids. there is a separate quiet room, but it seems more geared toward teens. i do wish the books were organized a little better. sometimes it feels like a maze trying to find something, especially not knowing if it'll be in teen/young adult or general fiction. i'm also not the biggest fan of how the manga is set up since it's split into two different areas and i'm not really sure why. that said, the staff has always been super friendly and helpful. i also love that they have a rotating table of themed recommendations. right now it's ren faire reads, but they've done things like blind date with a book for valentine's and other themed picks based on different time periods too. overall, it's a very nice facility with a wide selection of books, from new releases, manga, kids and teens books, etc.

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 library is nice. However the upkeep of the place isn't it. It smells like all the homeless who…read morehang around and the tables and chairs are all dirty. Definitely not very sanitary.

one of my fav study spots!! each floor has different seating options, which is super nice…read more - my fav: the view on the 6th floor is super nice and there are outlets staff is generally quiet and leaves you alone i would definitely recommend, it's pretty quiet

Most of the recent reviews have been complaints about student or individually, picky details, so I…read morewant to try to provide an objective evaluation of the UCI Science Library, based on my experience visiting it since 2014. You will probably not find a quieter place to study at UCI. Each floor is equipped with study tables and desks, for students and the casual reader alike. Computers are also available for those without laptops. From what I have seen, UCI updates these computers every few years, to keep up with technology advances that newer software demands. The library has several locations where you can fill up on water and use the restroom. But it is best to navigate the library yourself to find these locations, because sometimes it is easy to get lost. My favorite places to study are the fourth and fifth floor tables, across from the giant windows facing the trees and walkway. People don't usually talk, so you can enjoy some quietude on these floors. If you need to take a break from your studies or reading, take a walk outside and enjoy the architecture, or the sculptures outside depicting the life of intellectual labor. One thing to note is that due to the scandal Dr. Ayala was involved in, with regards to sexual harassment, UCI decided to remove his name from this library. For now, it is just called the "Science Library."

We would frequent Mission Viejo Library before COVID. Gosh, I miss those days of lounging in one of…read morethe library's comfortable chair or couch reading a book or connecting to their WiFi to browse the internet. Not too much has changed. They have self checkout stations but I'm old school and like to engage with the staff upon checkout. The computers truly need some deep cleaning. The copier alcove has a change machine, a bench, and table; located to the right of the checkout counter, just yards down the hall. Most heartening, a bin is dedicated to worn American flags (located to the right of the fireplace room). Other donation containers may sometimes include Marine donations and gently used purses. This library proudly displays local artists' artwork and changes it up from local schools. Most of the library books are in great shape and you can sometimes find multiple copies. Restrooms are located to the right immediately upon entering the library's automatic sliding glass doors; there are also restrooms near the adult non-fiction area. A little concerned that the parking lot is not clearly lit upon your exit of the library, if leaving after sunset.

The library is huge, it has so many tables and comfortable seats all over. I appreciate the little…read morerooms available to use for study groups. I saw so many people studying and reading, I felt inspired to enjoy a good book. They have a genealogy section which has so much interesting information to explore! I got lost in their Civil War books too. I love the local artwork from high school and elementary students. An awesome way to showcase the creativity of students in the community. They have clean bathrooms and friendly staff. I'd come back.

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!

Perect!Perfect!! This is a very small library that is newly…read moreremodeled, extremely clean and the staff is great. They have a patio with nice wood tables. The library is about 2 minutes from the beach which makes it perfect for fresh air and a cafe type experience without the noise. Just bring your own coffee. There are plenty of coffee shops and cafes a block away. There are no homeless like at all the other libraries. This is a small neighborhood library that keeps with the tradition of what a library is supposed to be. Free wifi and again..no homeless. Great kids section with regular scheduled kid activities on yhe weekends. I am a fan and then some. Great neighborhood library!