Discover Grand Hotel Karel V, a welcoming five-star residence in the heart of Utrecht. Amidst peaceful green gardens and cozy terraces, our hotel offers a relaxing atmosphere, and its strategic location near the central train station makes it an ideal choice for both business travelers and tourists looking to explore the city. Be amazed by the culinary sophistication of Restaurant Karel 5, which boasts a Michelin star. Here, flavors are brought to life in an elegant ambiance, making for an unforgettable dining experience. For a more informal setting with delicious dishes, welcome to Brasserie Goeie Louisa. Grand Hotel Karel V guarantees a harmonious combination of comfortable accommodations, green oases, a gym, wellness and spa and tasty culinary delights. Whether you are visiting the city for work or leisure, our hotel offers an inviting and welcoming place for a memorable stay. Book today and immerse yourself in the relaxed charm of Grand Hotel Karel V.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel chain/brand
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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Utrecht, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 double beds
1 double bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.9

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Á
    Ágnes
    Hungary Hungary
    It was not our first time at the hotel and certainly not the last one. It is always a lovely experience.
  • Dawn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location of the hotel is fabulous. Staff very pleasant and helpful
  • Marc
    Belgium Belgium
    The hotel building and location is amazing. Hotel has a good sized parking and also electro chargers for electric cars. Room are large and cosy. Breakfast is very nice in the main building historic room. The breakfast is very good quality. Rooms...
  • Felix
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The grounds are beautiful and very well maintained - location is excellent - right on the edge of a very magical Old town. Rooms are very spacious and comfortable. French door access to gardens (I was on the ground floor of the Roma bloc) was a...
  • Zoe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is excellent for visiting Utrecht, the grounds of the hotel and decor was excellent.
  • Paul
    Ireland Ireland
    Really nice hotel in the middle of the town. Near the train-station as well.
  • Lidija
    Slovenia Slovenia
    We were many times in KarelV . It is a beautiful place.. in the city center, no traffic heading in the night. Huge garden..
  • Jonathan
    Germany Germany
    Breakfast was excellent. Staff were super attentive and very friendly. While the menu wasn't huge, everything was of a high quality and you could order a selection of freshly made items too. The room was spectacular.
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous hotel, generous size rooms with every comfort. Beautiful surroundings and a scrumptious breakfast with a vast selection 😋 can't wait to stay again.
  • Gervase
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had room only. The hotel was clean and the staff pleasant and helpful.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Karel 5
    • Cuisine
      French • European
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Brasserie Goeie Louisa
    • Cuisine
      French • European
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Grand Hotel Karel V
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs € 35 per day.

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Indoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels

Wellness

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Solarium
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Dutch

House rules
Grand Hotel Karel V takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 70 per child, per night
Cot upon request
€ 30 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 70 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that extra beds are only possible in the Superior Double or Twin Room and in the Superior Suite.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.