The Library
The Library pairs craft cocktails with lounge and booth seating on Courtenay Place in Te Aro, giving the bar a seated, conversation-led shape.
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- Address
- 1/53 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
- Phone
- +64 4 382 8593
- Website
- thelibrary.co.nz
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Courtenay Place in Te Aro
Courtenay Place anchors The Library at 1/53 in Te Aro. Craft cocktails and a conversational noise level suit plans centered on drinks without a loud-room premise.
Lounge seating, booths, and live music
Lounge and booth seating shape the room for seated groups or longer conversations. Live music, smart casual dress, and upscale-casual service add structure without turning the bar into a formal-dining plan.
In Context: Similar Options
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Library | cocktail_bar | $$ | , | Te Aro |
| Field & Green | European Soul Food | $$$ | , | Te Aro |
| Puffin Wine Bar | wine_bar | $$ | Te Aro | |
| Fidelio Cafe & Wine Bar | wine_bar | $$ | Blenheim | |
| Rooftop Restaurant & Bar | rooftop_bar | $$$ | , | Auckland CBD |
| Smash Palace | beer_bar | $$ | , | Christchurch Central City |
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Intimate
- Trendy
- Low Profile Address
- Date Night
- Late Night
- Casual Hangout
- Live Music
- Lounge Seating
- Booth Seating
- Craft Cocktails
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 5–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 5–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 5 PM–12 AM
- Thursday
- 5 PM–12 AM
- Friday
- 5 PM–1 AM
- Saturday
- 5 PM–1 AM
- Sunday
- 5–11 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Dim lighting, book-lined walls, and intimate booths creating a cozy, relaxed reading nook atmosphere.