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Grand Hotel Karel V

5.0 star property

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Front of property
Terrace/patio
Enjoy a sumptuous spread of fresh fruits, pastries, and prepared dishes at our hotel's buffet.
Enjoy a serene view of the lush garden from this room's large window.
Enter through the circular revolving door and check in at the reception desk, where a friendly staff member is ready to assist you.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Spa
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, The Netherlands, 3511 XA
  • Dom Church
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Central Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Beatrix Theater
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Executive Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Executive Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor

Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor

Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (View)

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Luxury Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Luxury Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Luxury Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Corner (View)

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Corner (View)

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Corner (View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View)

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View)

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Canal View

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Canal View

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Canal View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View)

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View)

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Utrecht

Grand Hotel Karel V is centrally located in Utrecht, a 5-minute walk from Tivoli and 6 minutes by foot from Town Hall. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from St. Catherine's Convent Museum and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Park Nieuweroord.

What's nearby

  • Dom Church - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hoog Catharijne - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Central Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Beatrix Theater - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jaarbeurs - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Utrecht Central Station - 13 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪'t Taphuys Utrecht - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Champions Sports & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blackbird Coffee & Vintage - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Karel V - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chillz - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Karel V

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
Grand Hotel Karel V offers 121 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. LED televisions come with digital channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 121 guestrooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite at Restaurant Karel 5, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM.
Restaurant Karel 5 - This restaurant serves dinner only.
Brasserie Goeie Louisa - This brasserie serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (EUR 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends; EUR 35 for adults and EUR 22.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Brasserie Goeie Louisa
  • Restaurant Karel 5

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 70.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 30.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 8.50 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 35 for adults and EUR 22.50 for children
  • Self parking fee: EUR 35 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 30.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 70.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM

National rating

This property does not have a Netherlands Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Grand Hotel Karel
Grand Hotel Karel V
Grand Hotel Karel V Utrecht
Grand Karel
Grand Karel V
Grand Karel V Utrecht
Hotel Karel
Hotel Karel V
Karel Hotel
Karel V Hotel
Grand Hotel Karel V Hotel
Grand Hotel Karel V Utrecht
Grand Hotel Karel V Hotel Utrecht

Grand Hotel Karel V Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 473 out of 675 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 675 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 675 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 675 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 675 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renate

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a carless stay. Nice shops near by. Friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely super - it's not a cheap option, but for the utter serenity of the place coupled with staff who will happily go the extra mile to help you, it is wonderful. Thoroughly recommendable!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel with stunning service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Timeless charm with top notch service

Wonderful large property. Classy and old-world with modern service Quiet but 2 blocks away from the action. The desk staff were welcoming and friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel - no complaints!

It’s a great hotel, enjoyed my stay. Breakfast was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Liam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Stay

A warm welcome on arrival. Lovely room in a separate building to the main one. Nice gardens and view from the room. Access to the spa included, but the pool was out of use both days. Charged extra by accident when checking out, but recitifed when phoned.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Very good staff and excellent breakfast. Recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

connie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
While I’ve been a huge fan of this hotel and of Utrecht - this stay was marred by a disastrous New Year’s Eve dinner the hotel offered at their brasserie. They touted it when calling us before hand so we thought ok. 400euros for poor service, and poorer food. In fact, we had to leave before complete because of how I’ll we both felt. The food poisoning was so bad we spent the next day (New Years) in bed and had to alter our plans to stay an additional night to recover. When I told reception they “promised to speak to management and pass along and make it right”. Nothing ever happened after that. A shame that such a beautiful property is essentially now seen as unsafe not only by their onsite offerings, but by a staff that does not take the well being of its guests seriously.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Zwijndrecht

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and very friendly staff. Location is beautiful and easybwalk from main station.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samireh

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in the center of Utrecht. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

CASSIDY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Vlad, Brooklyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short of staff in the Reception area for a 5-star hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, North Bergen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic hotel, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constantin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the edge of old town with a very friendly staff, beautiful grounds, and large rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Historic charm and comfort

Absolutely beautiful and charming hotel. It is elegant, extremely comfortable and well appointed. Centrally located with easy access to the historic center and sites. The staff is friendly and very helpful. Gorgeous restaurant and wonderful breakfast. I will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent, Midland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical, beautiful hotel with good fitness facilities, excellent dining, walkable to downtown and other shops/restaurants AND THE STAFF are wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024