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Grand Hotel Karel V

Property class: 5 and above

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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
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is S$348
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Luxury Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Corner (View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Executive Suite, 1 Single Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Utrecht City Center, a neighbourhood 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 local attraction. Ready for a night out? Consider Tivoli. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Utrecht travel guide
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Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, The Netherlands, 3511 XA

What's nearby

  • Oudegracht
    Oudegracht
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dom Church
    Dom Church
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tivoli
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Museum
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Beatrix Theater
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Grand Hotel Karel V
    2 min walk
  • Springhaver Theater
    2 min walk
  • Café de Postillon
    5 min walk
  • Restaurant Karel V
    1 min walk
  • Blackbird Coffee & Vintage
    4 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Karel V

Luxury family-friendly 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 on-site spa. Make sure that you 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 hire and self-parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • A lift, 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 feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 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 transport

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are 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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 30.0 per night

Payment types at the property

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 10.00 per cent will be charged

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 35 for adults and from 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 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 to 11:00 PM.

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

As of 27 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Karel V on 24 May, 2026 start from S$348, including 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grand Hotel Karel V located?

Located in the centre 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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Reviews

Grand Hotel Karel V Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 501 out of 710 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 710 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 710 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 710 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 710 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sujin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful with well-kept grounds. A luxurious and historic place to stay in Utrecht.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and peaceful spot in Brugge. A lovely hotel with helpful staff and a great bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Very good food in the bistro
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful and elegant hotel, high level of service, beautiful setting. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mordechai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel in historic buildings.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William Achilles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely superb and wonderful experience. This hotel is exquisite and its staff is perfection. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service !
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

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
Verified

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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Mona

Balcony view was lovely. Room very comfortable. Staff wonderful. The manager of housekeeping very kind to bring me more creamers.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

juan

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

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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Kent

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
Verified

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
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and a short walk into the centre of the old city.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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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
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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