Grand Hotel Karel V, Utrecht ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, Netherlands, 3511 XA

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9.0

9.3

/10

4.5

“The hotel's location is perfect, just a short stroll to the bustling shopping district while still offering a peaceful retreat from the city noise.”view full review

Grand Hotel Karel V, a five-star Utrecht hotel, offers a blend of historical charm and modern luxury. Features include a wellness center, extensive gardens, and elegant dining options. The hotel is known for its historical significance and a rating of 9.0/10 on Booking.com.

Rooms & Amenities

The rooms at Grand Hotel Karel V feature air conditioning, free WiFi, minibar, bathrobes, and coffee machines. Options include Comfort Rooms with balconies and Luxury rooms with views of the courtyard garden or Dom Tower. Unique accommodations like the Empire Suite offer a separate seating area and a king-size bed.

Dining Options

Dining options include Restaurant Karel 5, known for its fine cuisine curated by Chef de cuisine Leon Mazairac, and Brasserie Goeie Louisa, offering seasonal dishes in an open kitchen setting. Guests can also relax in the Bar & Lounge or enjoy drinks on outdoor terraces overlooking the garden.

Leisure & Business

The wellness center features a sauna, steam bath, and fitness area with natural light. Outdoor terraces provide a tranquil environment amidst the 10000 m² gardens. The hotel also has 13 meeting rooms with a capacity to host events for up to 150 people.

Location & Transportation

Located about 800 meters from Utrecht Centraal, the hotel facilitates easy access to public transportation, including nearby bus stops. Major landmarks such as the Dom Tower and the Railway Museum are within a short walking distance, allowing guests to explore the historical center of Utrecht conveniently.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Suite One Double Two Single Beds Roll Shower Mobility Accessible

2 persons

60 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Bridal Suite

2 persons

35 m²

1 Double bed

Air conditioning

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Empire Executive Twin

2 persons

36 m²

2 Single beds

Air conditioning

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Comfort Double

2 persons

26 m²

1 Double bed

Air conditioning

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Easy Parking Access

“The hotel provided convenient parking with multiple EV charging ports, making our stay in the city seamless and stress-free.” view full review

Delicious Bistro Experience

“We thoroughly enjoyed our meals at the bistro; the food was flavorful and the service attentive, exceeding all our expectations.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“Our room was impressively large and well-equipped, offering ample storage and a modern yet classic design that made us feel at home.” view full review

Relaxing Wellness

“Post check-out, we were allowed to enjoy the wellness services which provided a refreshing and rejuvenating end to our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Solarium
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, Netherlands, 3511 XA

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Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, Netherlands, 3511 XA

City landmarks

Museum

Railway Museum

1.1 km

Museum

Dick Bruna Huis

900 m

Museum

Central Museum

930 m

Landmark

Sonnenborgh Observatory

1.0 km

Square

Neude

690 m

Casino

Holland Casino Utrecht

1.3 km

Museum

Museum Catharijneconvent

610 m

Mall

Hoog Catharijne

860 m

Museum

Rietveld Schroder House

2.1 km

Event hall

Jaarbeurs

980 m

Church

St. Peter's Church

640 m

Landmark

St. Nicholas Church

710 m

Church

Janskerk

840 m

Landmark

Anne Frank standbeeld

750 m

Monument

Molen de Ster

6.7 km

Nearby

Domplein 21

Dom Tower

480 m

Moreelsepark

Inktpot

150 m

Museum

Museum Speelklok

480 m

Oudegracht 176

Aboriginal Art Museum

330 m

Church

Dom Tower of Utrecht

490 m

UtrechtThe Netherlands

Canals area

520 m

Church

St Martin's Cathedral

570 m

Museum

DOMunder

540 m

Church

St. Willibrord's Church

340 m

Museum

University Museum Utrecht

550 m

Museum

Het Utrechts Archief

390 m

Church

St Catherine's Cathedral

440 m

Domplein

Jan VI van Nassau-Dillenburg

480 m

Public Building

Stadhuis Utrecht

510 m

Church

Pandhof

230 m

Restaurants

Restaurant Karel 5

10 m

Geertebolwerk 1

Restaurant Blauw Utrecht

70 m

Springweg 64

Springhaver

70 m

Springweg 50

Belgian Beer Cafe Olivier Utrecht

470 m

Achter Clarenburg 6

Florent

230 m

Visschersplein 75

Jozef

260 m

Mariaplaats 50

Restaurant Seven

270 m

Mariaplaats 7

Rhodos

200 m

Oudegracht 205

Taj Mahal Lounge

320 m

Zadelstraat 32

Getting around

City Centre

Utrecht9 min · 700 m

Airports

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)74 min · 48.7 km

Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)89 min · 58.7 km

Bus

Bus stop3 min · 200 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at EUR 35 per day.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of EUR 35 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Dutch

Year renovated:

2008

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

116

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Grand Hotel Karel V, Utrecht

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