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Grand Hotel Karel V

4.5 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) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Reception
Sauna, hot tub, steam room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Executive Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 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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Luxury Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Luxury Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Corner (View) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Corner (View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Canal View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Canal View

  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

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 - 0.4 miles
  • Hoog Catharijne - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • TivoliVredenburg - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Central Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Beatrix Theater - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

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

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.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

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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
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. 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Grand Hotel Karel V to the airport?

Grand Hotel Karel V is 30.4 mi (41-min drive) away from the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Karel V on Jun 3, 2025 start from $217.87, 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.

Does Grand Hotel Karel V have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Grand Hotel Karel V.

Does Grand Hotel Karel V offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Grand Hotel Karel V, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 35 for adults and EUR 22.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Grand Hotel Karel V?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Holland Casino Utrecht (5-min drive) is nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at Grand Hotel Karel V?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 35 per day.

Does Grand Hotel Karel V have a pool?

Grand Hotel Karel V features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Grand Hotel Karel V have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Grand Hotel Karel V have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is Grand Hotel Karel V to downtown Utrecht?

Grand Hotel Karel V is 0.2 mi away from Utrecht.

Grand Hotel Karel V Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 659 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 659 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 659 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 659 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 659 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Luke

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Zwijndrecht

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

Samireh

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

10/10 Excellent

CASSIDY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Vlad, Brooklyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short of staff in the Reception area for a 5-star hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, North Bergen

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

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

Joseph

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

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!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent, Midland

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

harriet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a delightful stay. Everything was perfect. Can't wait to have a reason to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with partner
Beautiful hotel. Small but amazing fitness area. Gorgeous sauna, hot. tub and lap pool. Amazing value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff and facilities were of a very high standard
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Torsten

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Siobhan

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Rajat, Irvine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had requested them to service the room and no one showed up despite telling the staff and front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent and convenient place to stay in Utrecht. Walkable to anything in the old centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Oscar, Miami Beach

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible housekeeping
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024