Grand Hotel Karel V, Worldhotels Luxury - Utrecht

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Grand Hotel Karel V, Worldhotels Luxury - Utrecht
Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, Netherlands, 3511 XA·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Location9.7
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Staff9.4
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples62%
Families15%
Solo14%
Groups8%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Location9.7
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Staff9.4
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples62%
Families15%
Solo14%
Groups8%

5-star luxury hotel in a 14th-century monastery with Michelin-starred dining

Dining

Hotel Karel V houses the Michelin-starred Restaurant Karel 5, a dining venue that offers a 6-course menu crafted by Chef Leon. Guests can also eat at the casual Brasserie Goeie Louisa, which serves dishes in a relaxed garden setting. The Bar & Lounge provides a place for drinks, with a fire and outdoor seating on the terrace.

Grounds & Outdoor Spaces

The property includes 10000 m² gardens that provide a quiet outdoor area for walking or dining. This green oasis is used for outdoor dining at the brasserie and for relaxing away from the city noise. The hotel's terraces and garden furniture allow guests to sit outside in warm weather.

Wellness & Fitness

The spa at Grand Hotel Karel V includes a sauna, steam room, hot tub, and an indoor swimming pool for guest use. A fitness center with gym equipment is available, as well as a solarium and spa lounge. The wellness area also offers a foot bath and spa facilities, with towels and lockers provided.

Rooms & Accommodations

Rooms at the hotel are located in both the historic monastery building and a modern annex, with some overlooking the gardens. The Comfort Double, Luxury Double, and suites offer separate bathrooms and toilets, plus comfortable beds. Each room includes a minibar, coffee machine, and a safe, with pet-friendly rooms available for an extra charge.

Location & Business

Grand Hotel Karel V sits 1 km from Utrecht Centraal Station, a 2-minute walk to the Dom Tower and city center. The hotel has 13 meeting rooms that can hold up to 150 people, making it a choice for corporate events. A business center, fax/photocopying, and concierge service are offered, along with accessible parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

  • History: 14th-century monastery with Roman Emperor meeting site
  • Dining: Michelin-starred Restaurant Karel 5
  • Gardens: 10000 m² green oasis with terraces
  • Wellness: Spa with sauna, steam room, indoor pool
  • Location: 1 km from Utrecht Centraal Station
  • Pet-friendly: Pet baskets, bowls, and accommodations
  • Business: 13 meeting rooms for up to 150 people
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of EUR 35.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Dutch
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:103
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed2 Single beds1 Double bed
Cosy Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Empire Twin Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 Double bed
  • Air conditioning
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Steam room

Solarium

Spa & wellness centre

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 view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Grand Hotel Karel V, Worldhotels Luxury

💵 Lowest room price 139 £
📏 Distance to centre 700 m
✈️ Distance to airport 48.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Schiphol, AMS

Location

Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, Netherlands, 3511 XA
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Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, Netherlands, 3511 XA
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Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, Netherlands, 3511 XA
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Domplein 21
Dom Tower
480 m
Museum
Museum Speelklok
480 m
Moreelsepark
Inktpot
150 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
Restaurant
Restaurant Karel 5
10 m
Restaurant
Restaurant Blauw Utrecht
70 m
Restaurant
Springhaver
70 m
Restaurant
Belgian Beer Cafe Olivier Utrecht
470 m
Restaurant
Florent
230 m
Restaurant
Jozef
260 m
Restaurant
Restaurant Seven
270 m
Restaurant
Rhodos
200 m
Restaurant
Taj Mahal Lounge
320 m

Reviews of Grand Hotel Karel V, Worldhotels Luxury

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FAQ about Grand Hotel Karel V, Worldhotels Luxury

Which popular attractions are located near the Grand Hotel Karel V?
You can always visit one of the highly rated attractions, Aboriginal Art Museum, placed 350 meters from the Grand Hotel Karel V. Other sights that are worth your while are Jaarbeurs Event Venue (1.2 km the property) as well as Central Museum (a mere 12 minutes' walk away).
Which landmarks are closest to Grand Hotel Karel V hotel?
Guests of Grand Hotel Karel V hotel can visit the 112m Dom Tower (just a minute's drive from the accommodation), or Neude placed 9 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can take advantage of private car parking.
Are there any dining facilities close to Grand Hotel Karel V?
Guests of Grand Hotel Karel V can visit a nearby restaurant, 30ml, for a taste of Dutch cuisine or visit Florent which offers European specialties set about 5 minutes' walk away.
Can I eat breakfast at the deluxe 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the deluxe 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V?
Guests of the 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V hotel?
Payment methods in the 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V hotel include:
  • сash
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
  • American Express
What kinds of rooms does the deluxe 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V offer?
The deluxe 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V offers such room types as Deluxe Room, Executive Double Room, and Executive Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V hotel?
All rooms of the 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V hotel are highly rated for comfort-9.2 according to guests' reviews-which is ensured by air conditioning.
Is the 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V hotel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?
Yes, the 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V hotel provides wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.
Are there any business facilities featured at the hotel?
For business travellers the hotel offers a meeting room and a business centre as well as audio-visual equipment and a photocopy machine.
What spa facilities are provided at the deluxe 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V?
At a wellness area and a spa lounge featured at the deluxe 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V guests can receive such spa procedures as body treatments, pedicure, and manicure. Additionally, a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and sauna facilities are offered on-site.
Do you have a pool at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel features a swimming pool.
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