Name: Grand Hotel Karel V
Address: Geertebolwerk 1, City Center, 3511 XA Utrecht, Netherlands, Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht Province, 3511 XA, Netherlands
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $171 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.0

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Hotel Grand Hotel Karel V

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This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in cafes, restaurants and architecture – Check location Geertebolwerk 1, City Center, 3511 XA Utrecht, Netherlands – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in cafes, restaurants and architecture – Check location

*8.9* Dom tower: only 4 minutes away! (1,100 feet by foot)

Utrecht University: only 5 minutes away! (1,100 feet by foot)

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Very friendly staff at check in, beautiful rooms, beautiful properly and gardens. Had a delicious meal in the restaurant where you can watch the chefs hand prepare every aspect of your meal. Lovely quiet end of town but still close enough it’s only a few minutes walk

Debra, Australia

Perfect location nice and quiet but central to the city

Christopher, France

Great location right in the city center, you walk out the back and there are cobblestone streets with restaurants, cafes, shopping shopping and more!! Hotel itself was very elegant, loved all the Christmas decorations. Room was very nice, clean, bed a little harder then I like but comfortable. Would definitely stay again! Staff was great also!

Jillian, United States of America

It was our first time in Grand Hotel Karol V, but hope to return soon. The location of the hotel is unbeatable and very easy to access by car. I asked for a quiet room and did not hear a sound at night, which I very much appreciated. We had a lovely, relaxing time, I can only recommend the hotel.

Ágnes, Belgium

Perfect place for a weekend with your partner. Located in the center, you can easily rent a bike at the Hotel and enjoy/discover Utrecht by bike. Spa was quiet and so relaxing after a visit day! Breakfast is delicious with lot of choice! I definitely recommend this place !

Océ, France

Great omelette for breakfast. Extra options for breakfast, although it was not included in the price. Excellent parking in the middle of the city centre. Plenty of restaurant options nearby on walking distance.

Rocky, Germany

Perfect place to visit Utrecht from. Right in the centre but very quiet. Superbly elegant Dining room with a very friendly feel to it. Couldn't have been better.

Gary, Belgium

Good location. Easy walk from the train station and very near the city center. Breakfast was good.

Douglas, United States of America

The location was amazing also the staff really good and helpful.. Specially louren from the reception alot of thanks to her. The breakfast was really good.

Ahmad, Saudi Arabia

I can't say enough goood things about this property! The staff was amazing. The rooms were super comfy with coffee makers, mini fridge, kettles, and comfortable beds. A/C was so great to have! It was just lovely. We travel alot and this time traveled for a month to five different countries and I can say that this was the nicest place we stayed. They also have bikes you can rent for 8 euro a half day that were great.

Dianne, United States of America

9.6

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What guests loved the most:
“Very friendly staff at check in, beautiful rooms, beautiful properly and gardens. Had a delicious meal in the restaurant where you can watch the chefs hand prepare every aspect of your meal. ”

Debra Australia
“Perfect location nice and quiet but central to the city”

Christopher France
“Great location right in the city center, you walk out the back and there are cobblestone streets with restaurants, cafes, shopping shopping and more!! ”

Jillian United States of America
“It was our first time in Grand Hotel Karol V, but hope to return soon. The location of the hotel is unbeatable and very easy to access by car. ”

Ágnes Belgium
“Perfect place for a weekend with your partner. Located in the center, you can easily rent a bike at the Hotel and enjoy/discover Utrecht by bike. Spa was quiet and so relaxing after a visit day! ”

Océ France
“Great omelette for breakfast. Extra options for breakfast, although it was not included in the price. Excellent parking in the middle of the city centre. ”

Rocky Germany
“Perfect place to visit Utrecht from. Right in the centre but very quiet. Superbly elegant Dining room with a very friendly feel to it. Couldn't have been better.”

Gary Belgium
“Good location. Easy walk from the train station and very near the city center. Breakfast was good.”

Douglas United States of America
“The location was amazing also the staff really good and helpful.. Specially louren from the reception alot of thanks to her. The breakfast was really good.”

Ahmad Saudi Arabia
“I can't say enough goood things about this property! The staff was amazing. The rooms were super comfy with coffee makers, mini fridge, kettles, and comfortable beds. A/C was so great to have!...”

Dianne United States of America

Stay in the Heart of Utrecht –

One of our top picks in Utrecht.Grand hotel Karel V is a unique 5-star hotel in the heart of Utrecht from where you can walk to the central station in less than 10 minutes. Guests can enjoy on site restaurant Karel 5, Bistro Karel 5 and Bar & Lounge. There is a garden where guests can take a walk.

The spacious rooms are a combination of modern and historic styles. They come with all comforts you might need. Guests can benefit from free Wi-Fi, a bathrobe with slippers, and in-room coffee and tea.

Restaurant Karel 5 serves a la carte fine cuisine with various wines in a setting with big mirrors and a chimney-piece. A la carte dishes are also available in Bistro Karel 5, serving casual classic dishes. Bar & Lounge is available for coffee and tea during the day and cocktails at night.

The breakfast is extensive and offers variation. Start your day with the best delicacies and a fresh cup of coffee or tea.

Relax after a day of work or sightseeing in the wellness and fitness center. Use the sauna and the solarium or swim in the indoor jet-stream pool.

Grand Hotel Karel V is located in the museum quarter of Utrecht. You can walk to the main shopping streets and cafés. A walk along the canals and city patios is also worth your time.

City Center is a great choice for travelers interested in cafes, restaurants and architecture.

This is our guests' favorite part of Utrecht, according to independent reviews.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Utrecht! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.0 for two-person stays.

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Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, American, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel

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Grand Hotel Karel V was booked 15 times on our site in the last 12 hours.

Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in cafes, restaurants and architecture – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Canals, charming buildings, and bike-filled streets make up Utrecht’s old town. Stop to sip a coffee on a streetside terrace and gaze up at the cathedral tower – the tallest in the Netherlands.

Closest Landmarks

Aboriginal Art Museum
0.1 miles
Museum Speelklok
0.2 miles
Dom tower
0.2 miles
Utrecht University
0.2 miles
Hoog Catharijne Shopping Centre
0.3 miles
TIAS School for Business and Society
0.3 miles
Utrecht Centraal Station
0.4 miles
Vredenburg
0.4 miles
Central Museum
0.4 miles
TivoliVredenburg
0.4 miles

Closest Airports

Schiphol Airport
21.5 miles
Rotterdam The Hague Airport
30.1 miles
Eindhoven Airport
45.1 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Beautiful hotel, friendly staff, great location, good size rooms and very good breakfast in a beautiful room”

Stephen

Australia

“The place where this hotel is located is excellent. Center town and all interesting points short walk distance. This hotel has two buildings. We did not know th...”

Rmaori

Netherlands

8.3

“This hotel is situated on a wonderful location in a historical very interesting place (Charles V lived here, for instance). For travellers from some countries ...”

Thannl

Netherlands

8.7

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2 Restaurants On Site

Restaurant Karel 5

Food: French, European

Open for: Dinner

Menu: À la carte
Bistro Karel 5

Food: European, Grill/BBQ

Open for: Lunch, Dinner, High tea, Cocktail hour

Menu: À la carte

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From 2:00 PM

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Until 12:00 PM

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Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

Free! All children under 2 years stay free of charge in a crib.

All children under 16 years are charged EUR 40 per night for extra beds.

Any additional older children or adults are charged EUR 40 per night for extra beds.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.

Any type of extra bed or crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

ATM card Grand Hotel Karel V accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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

“Very friendly staff at check in, beautiful rooms, beautiful properly and gardens. Had a delicious meal in the restaurant where you can watch the chefs hand prepare every aspect of your meal. Lovely quiet end of town but still close enough it’s only a few minutes walk”

Debra

“Great location right in the city center, you walk out the back and there are cobblestone streets with restaurants, cafes, shopping shopping and more!! Hotel itself was very elegant, loved all the Christmas decorations. Room was very nice, clean, bed a little harder then I like but comfortable. Would definitely stay again! Staff was great also!”

Jillian

United States of America

“It was our first time in Grand Hotel Karol V, but hope to return soon. The location of the hotel is unbeatable and very easy to access by car. I asked for a quiet room and did not hear a sound at night, which I very much appreciated. We had a lovely, relaxing time, I can only recommend the hotel.”

Ágnes

Belgium

“Perfect place for a weekend with your partner. Located in the center, you can easily rent a bike at the Hotel and enjoy/discover Utrecht by bike. Spa was quiet and so relaxing after a visit day! Breakfast is delicious with lot of choice! I definitely recommend this place !”

Océ

France

“Great omelette for breakfast. Extra options for breakfast, although it was not included in the price. Excellent parking in the middle of the city centre. Plenty of restaurant options nearby on walking distance.”

Rocky

Germany

“I can't say enough goood things about this property! The staff was amazing. The rooms were super comfy with coffee makers, mini fridge, kettles, and comfortable beds. A/C was so great to have! It was just lovely. We travel alot and this time traveled for a month to five different countries and I can say that this was the nicest place we stayed. They also have bikes you can rent for 8 euro a half day that were great.”

Dianne

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Reviewed: January 16, 2019

Yvonne
Ireland
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Everything

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 15, 2019

Jonny
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything. It was a perfect stay in every sense. A proper Grand Hotel.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 13, 2019

Debra
Australia
Age group: 45 – 54
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Our room was in a separate wing which meant walking outside along a path. Might be tricky in bad weather however it’s only a short distance and umbrellas kept at the door.
Very friendly staff at check in, beautiful rooms, beautiful properly and gardens. Had a delicious meal in the restaurant where you can watch the chefs hand prepare every aspect of your meal. Lovely quiet end of town but still close enough it’s only a few minutes walk

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 8, 2019

Rob
Netherlands

1 helpful vote
10

“High standards hotel on walking distance from city centre.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Excellent hotel for city exploration an a well deserved rest. Hospitable staff and good breakfast.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 7, 2019

CDS
Netherlands

1 helpful vote
7.1

“Karel V is for sure the best traditional hotel in Utrecht but could improve its little attentions”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Due to the fact that the hotel has several buildings with rooms, the original "old" one and new one, they charge more expensive rates for rooms in the old building, but by booking it is not indicated and not clear at all, which is more friendly. As I have been there a couple of times, I paid an extra for the room but lower than the official extra charge. Being a regular visitor of 5* hotels in Holland and abroad, I must say that Karel V is definitively a 4* but the service does not give the feeling of a 5*. They are for sure friendly, but not giving that extra attention that you could expect from a 5*
We got a nice room under the roof with lots of character and view over the Dom. The breakfast was huge and very good.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 5, 2019

Stephen
Australia

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No complaints at all
Beautiful hotel, friendly staff, great location, good size rooms and very good breakfast in a beautiful room

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 5, 2019

Nino
Russia
2.5

Very Poor
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The money you blocked (31-12-17) for the guarantee has not yet been returned. deal with it please
The money you blocked (31.12.17) for the guarantee has not yet been returned. deal with it please

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 4, 2019

Michiel
Netherlands
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Pillows, hotel could use a clean up, everything was a little out-dated

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 3, 2019

Imogen
Netherlands
9.2

“Wonderfully quiet and beautiful location in the historic centre of Utrecht!”
- • Business trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Hairs of previous guests in the bathroom.
I came early, and the staff was kind enough to let me check in early. I enjoyed the spa / sauna. It is very quiet in the night.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 3, 2019

Javier
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“Delighted to have chosen this hotel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing to object at all!
Lovely service from the staff, very comfortable and clean room, very nice breakfast and a beautiful grand hotel that still feels welcoming and fun.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: January 3, 2019

Anonymous
Luxembourg
5.8

Okay
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Too old facilities, room should be renovated and get a comfort upgrade. The breakfast card was pretty good but the rest of the breakfast, in terms of service and presentation of the buffet, is not 5 stars.
Location is excellent, just behind the dom tower. It was very convenient to stay in the Roman wing, as you are just above the wellness and fitness facilities.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 2, 2019

Christopher
France
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Leaving
Perfect location nice and quiet but central to the city

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: January 2, 2019

Jillian
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room was hot, we couldn't get the heat to turn down so we kept having to open the balcony door.
Great location right in the city center, you walk out the back and there are cobblestone streets with restaurants, cafes, shopping shopping and more!! Hotel itself was very elegant, loved all the Christmas decorations. Room was very nice, clean, bed a little harder then I like but comfortable. Would definitely stay again! Staff was great also!

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 31, 2018

RMaori
Netherlands

4 helpful votes
8.3

“Very nice hotel center town”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The bedroom 126 is located on the ground floor and next to the parking place, not a nice view from this room. My key doesn't work so i asked the employee another one but she told me i had to go to the main building, by the reception to ask another one. It was cold and rainy and late so i didn't. she doesn't as well.
The place where this hotel is located is excellent. Center town and all interesting points short walk distance. This hotel has two buildings. We did not know that before we get there. It was kind of disappointing but the other building has the swimming so it was ok. The bed was comfortable, the bathroom was clean and the room very spacious.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 31, 2018

Mark
United Kingdom
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The gym was way too hot!

Stayed in December 2018

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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom A spacious room with luxury bedding, a large work desk and private bathroom facilities including a separate bathtub. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Pay-per-view channels • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Suit press • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Flat-screen TV Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in cafes, restaurants and architecture – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

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