# Montrose Library > Modern design fills the space with natural light and ivy-covered walls, creating a pastoral-bucolic-abbey atmosphere. Quiet and inviting, it offers plenty of study areas including cubbies, tables, and private rooms. Outdoor seating and a pavilion provide peaceful spots to enjoy the surroundings. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/MontroseLibrary1 - Address: 1001 California St, Houston, Texas, United States - Phone: +18323931800 - Website: https://houstonlibrary.org/ ## What it is good for - Outdoor Space — 8.8/10 - Outdoor Seating — 8.8/10 - Libraries — 8.3/10 - Public Library — 8/10 - Kid Friendly — 7.7/10 - Reading Spot — 7.7/10 - Modern — 7.5/10 - Meditation Spot — 7.5/10 - Quiet — 6.7/10 - Work Friendly — 5.8/10 ## What people say - "Parking is a premium here, making it difficult for families." - "It's a modern, clean, and beautiful place, perfect for work." - "The Public Library staff is so kind and helpful." ## Good to know - Late night hours are available until 8 pm on Thursdays. - Parking for the first 25 visitors is free for one hour in the garage. - The library has a clean and well-kept environment. - The 2nd floor features a kids and teens section with activity tables. - The elevator is currently not working, limiting access for some visitors. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.