Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, The Netherlands, 3511 XA
What's nearby
Dom Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Hoog Catharijne - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
TivoliVredenburg - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Jaarbeurs - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Beatrix Theater - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 41 min drive
Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague) - 50 min drive
Utrecht Zuilen Station - 6 min drive
Utrecht Central Station - 13 min walk
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Station - 26 min walk
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
Located near a train station, Grand Hotel Karel V is a great choice for a stay in Utrecht. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials or body treatments, and Restaurant Karel 5, one of 2 restaurants, serves dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge and a fitness centre are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travellers say great things about the overall property condition.
Languages
Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
121 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (EUR 25 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking is limited
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:30 AM on weekends
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Travelling with children
Childcare in room (surcharge)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bike hire
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Garden
Terrace
Fitness centre
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Sauna
Steam room
Reception hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
LED television
Digital TV channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Dressing gowns and slippers
Sleep well
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.
Dining
Restaurant Karel 5 – This restaurant only serves dinner.
Brasserie Goeie Louisa – This brasserie serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 7.00 per cent will be charged
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 32 per person
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Cots/infant beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 70.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 50 per pet, per night
Parking
Self-parking costs EUR 25 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Grand Hotel Karel V Utrecht
Grand Hotel Karel V
Grand Karel V Utrecht
Grand Karel V
Grand Hotel Karel V Hotel
Grand Hotel Karel V Utrecht
Grand Hotel Karel V Hotel Utrecht
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Grand Hotel Karel V?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Karel V?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Grand Hotel Karel V?
Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 25 per day. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Hotel Karel V?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Grand Hotel Karel V?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Holland Casino Utrecht (5-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Grand Hotel Karel V and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Grand Hotel Karel V also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Grand Hotel Karel V?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants.
What's the area around Grand Hotel Karel V like?
Grand Hotel Karel V is in Utrecht City Center, a short 4-minute walk from Oudegracht and 5 minutes' walk from Tivoli.
Grand Hotel Karel V Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
19 October 2024
Samireh
Samireh, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
Very nice hotel in the center of Utrecht. Great location!
Wim
Wim, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 September 2024
CASSIDY
CASSIDY, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 August 2024
jennie
jennie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 July 2024
Great historic hotel, would stay again
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 July 2024
Great location on the edge of old town with a very friendly staff, beautiful grounds, and large rooms.
Constantin
Constantin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2024
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!
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 July 2024
Historical, beautiful hotel with good fitness facilities, excellent dining, walkable to downtown and other shops/restaurants AND THE STAFF are wonderful.
Kent
Kent, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 June 2024
Melissa
Melissa, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 June 2024
harriet
harriet, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2024
Had a delightful stay. Everything was perfect. Can't wait to have a reason to return.
Louise
Louise, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2024
Beautiful hotel. Small but amazing fitness area. Gorgeous sauna, hot. tub and lap pool. Amazing value for money.
Pamela
Pamela, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 May 2024
Very comfortable and a short walk into the centre of the old city.
Nick
Nick, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
13 May 2024
This was a great place to relax for a few days before heading home. Lovely quaint hotel with everything that you need. Breakfast buffet was fantastic. Easy access to walk to shopping and restaurants.
Found that most shops didn’t open till about 11:00 am and closed at 6:00 pm. So plan your shopping around those hours.
Would stay there again!
Kathryn
Kathryn, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 April 2024
The staff and facilities were of a very high standard
David Andrew
David Andrew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 April 2024
A beautiful hotel in a great area. A 5 minute walk to the old city center with shops and many dining options. Also great they offered parking. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Lori
Lori, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 April 2024
Torsten
Torsten, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
20 April 2024
Nice hotel , very traditional. However rooms quite dated and not as clean as I would expect for the price. Dusty towel rails as an example and rooms not made up to a decent standard, curtains left half open for example.
Siobhan
Siobhan, 2-night business trip
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6/10 Good
14 April 2024
We had requested them to service the room and no one showed up despite telling the staff and front desk.
Rajat
Rajat, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 March 2024
Excellent and convenient place to stay in Utrecht. Walkable to anything in the old centre.
Veronica
Veronica, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 March 2024
I always enjoy staying at the Hotel Karel V; the location is wonderful (a short walk from the main train station and the city center), the grounds are quiet and attractive, and the rooms are large and very comfortable.
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
10 February 2024
Terrible housekeeping
Oscar
Oscar, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
1 February 2024
Worst hotel experience of my life
Dan
Dan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 December 2023
Amazing hotel. Great everything, wonderful staff, food, rooms. Delightful.
Susan
Susan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 November 2021
Loved it
Incredibly friendly staff. Felt at home. Beautiful space. Convenient, quiet, and bike rental is a big plus.