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Grand Hotel Karel V

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Utrecht Botanical Gardens

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2 restaurants, lunch served
Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View)
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Spa
  • Gym

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

Room options

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Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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

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Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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

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Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Luxury Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Corner (View)

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Corner (View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Single Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Executive Suite, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Empire Superior Corner

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Luxury Double

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Luxury Twin

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Executive Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Comfort Twin

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Empire Executive Twin

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Bath

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Double

  • Sleeps 2

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Cozy, Wooden Empire Double

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Cozy, Wooden Empire Twin

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Empire Executive Double

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Empire Twin

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Empire Double

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Luxury Split Level Double

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Bridal Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom

Empire Suite

  • 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

About the area

Utrecht

City center retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of this Utrecht City Center hotel, you'll find Tivoli and Town Hall. St. Catherine's Convent Museum and Dom Church are also within half a mile (1 km).

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
  • ‪Blackbird Coffee & Vintage - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Karel V

Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Utrecht Botanical Gardens
Grand Hotel Karel V offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A fitness center, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Grand Hotel Karel V. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 5-star Utrecht hotel is smoke free.

  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
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.

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.

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

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

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

Things to do

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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: EUR 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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

Grand Hotel Karel V Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 485 out of 690 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 690 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 690 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 690 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 690 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

Alexander

Travelled with partner
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

Liam

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

10/10 Excellent

Arne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
W hi at an incredible surprise when we checked in. So much greater than the pics The History of the place, and all the amenities. The room was spectacular looking over the park and canal. So peaceful. Yet it was so close to everything. This was the crown jewel in our visit to Netherlands. We fell in love with Utrecht. I will recommend Karel-V as top place to stay. The staff were so helpful getting us to the hotel when we got lost. Sent a taxi for us. Thankyou so much for such a memorable time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
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

Thomas

Travelled with partner
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

Jonathan

Business traveller
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

2/10 Terrible

Nobuko

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 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

Lin

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

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Business traveller
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

Jesse

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

10/10 Excellent

Hans, Rotterdam

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eunjeong, LA

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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