Surrounded by peaceful gardens, this former monastery offers a serene retreat near Utrecht's historic center. Guests can enjoy the on-site Michelin Star restaurant and unwind in the wellness area with pool, sauna, and hot tub. Comfortable rooms provide sanctuary after exploring the old city.
Located in Utrecht City Center, a neighborhood 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 area attraction. Ready for a night out? Consider Tivoli. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Utrecht travel guide
Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht, The Netherlands, 3511 XA
What's nearby
Oudegracht
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Dom Church
7 min walk - 0.7 km
Tivoli
3 min walk - 0.3 km
St. Catherine's Convent Museum
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Beatrix Theater
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Utrecht Central Station
13 min walk
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (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 onsite spa. Be sure to 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 rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
An elevator, 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 have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
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.
Self parking on site (EUR 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Limited onsite 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 (surcharge)
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 center
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.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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2 buildings
4 floors
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
LED TV with digital channels
Pay movies
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets 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
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 30.0 per night
Property payment types
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 percent will be charged
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
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
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, 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
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
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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–11:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Karel V?
As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Karel V on May 24, 2026 start from ₩308,117, 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.
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?
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?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Grand Hotel Karel V located?
Located in the center 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
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Historical, beautiful hotel with good fitness facilities, excellent dining, walkable to downtown and other shops/restaurants AND THE STAFF are wonderful.
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.
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.
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.