Grand Hotel Karel V

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Reception
Terrace/patio
Grand Hotel Karel V offers a peaceful escape near Dom Church. Enjoy body treatments at the spa, dine at two on-site restaurants, and use the indoor pool and gym. Free in-room WiFi keeps you connected. Park Nieuweroord is nearby for outdoor exploration.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
The current price is NT$6,459
NT$7,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

Room options

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Suite, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Corner (View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Empire Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Comfort Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Luxury Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Empire Superior Corner

  • Sleeps 2

Comfort Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Luxury Split Level Double

  • Sleeps 2

Cozy, Wooden Empire Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Luxury Double

  • Sleeps 2

Bridal Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Empire Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Comfort Double

  • Sleeps 2

Comfort Bath

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Empire Executive Double

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

Empire Executive Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Empire Double

  • Sleeps 2

Cozy, Wooden Empire Double

  • Sleeps 2

1 Double 1 Single, Non-Smoking, Executive Room, Garden View, Air-Conditioned, Coffee And Tea Facilities

  • Sleeps 3

1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, Executive Room, View, Air-Conditioned, Coffee And Tea Facilities

  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Located in Utrecht City Center, a neighborhood in Utrecht, Grand Hotel Karel V is near a train station. St. Catherine's Convent Museum and University Museum are cultural highlights and Utrecht Botanical Gardens is a popular area attraction. Ready for a night out? Consider Tivoli. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, The Netherlands, 3511 XA

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
  • ‪Grand Hotel Karel V - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Se7en - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Daebak - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chillz - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Karel V

Luxury eco-certified hotel near Dom Church
Located close to Park Nieuweroord and Tivoli, Grand Hotel Karel V provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, a reception hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the first-rate property condition
Room features
All 121 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • LED TVs with digital channels
  • Childcare services, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (EUR 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite 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 (surcharge)
  • 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

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

Property 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

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 5 stars.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Hotel Karel V have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Karel V?

As of 2025/9/27, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Karel V on 2025/10/26 start from NT$6,459, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Grand Hotel Karel V pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Grand Hotel Karel V?

Self parking is available for EUR 35 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Grand Hotel Karel V?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Grand Hotel Karel V?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grand Hotel Karel V located?

Located in the center of Utrecht, this family-friendly hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Tivoli, Town Hall, and St. Catherine's Convent Museum. Dom Church and University Museum are also within 15 minutes. Utrecht Central Station is 13 minutes by foot and Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Station is 26 minutes.

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Grand Hotel Karel V Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 684 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 684 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 684 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 684 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 684 reviews

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 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is so central and the staff were really helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia (and Michael)

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely historic setting upgraded with all the modern conveniences - in a great location for walking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed before always clean always top notch. Staff are excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lasse

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

Good hot

Perfect place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andréa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente hotel em todos os aspectos. Desde localização, instalações, atendimento e café da manhã. Recomendo sem dúvida.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

Gary

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing hotel! Steeped in history and perfectly positioned for business or pleasure! Will definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel are amazing but a very special mention for Rob who literally saved my life when I had a medical emergency. His fast acting response meant that I am alive to write this review - I will be forever grateful. We will certainly be back to this wonderful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning place, feels like in another era. Clean and quiet rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The center of Utrecht is quaint and charming and the Grand Karel V is situated nicely within that but still feels quiet and even estate-like.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacobus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heerlijk hotel, midden in de stad.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renate

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

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderschönes Hotel, ehemalige Klosteranlage. Mitten im Zentrum und doch ruhig gelegen.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

TANIA

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

Perfect stay at this beautiful hotel

We enjoyed every aspect of our stay ar Grand Hotel Karel V! It was relaxing, quiet, a beautiful setting, fantastic location, excellent service, impeccably decorated and maintained and overall deserving of the 5 stars! We had the opportunity to dine at the Michelin Star restaurant Karel V, and is was absolutely outstanding as well! We look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 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

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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

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

Andrew

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

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