Grand Hotel Karel V, Utrecht
About the Hotel
Grand Hotel Karel V - A 5-star historic monastery hotel with 107639 ft² gardens, fine dining, and spa facilities
Located in a 14th-century monastery 2624.7 ft from Utrecht Centraal station, this 5-star hotel offers rooms with views of the courtyard garden or Dom Tower. Accommodations feature air conditioning, minibars, coffee machines, bathrobes, and free Wi-Fi. Restaurant Karel 5 serves fine cuisine with wine pairings in a medieval dining room, while Bistro Karel 5 offers casual dining in an apple and pear orchard. The property includes a wellness center with sauna, steam bath, and jet stream bath, plus a fitness facility with floor-to-ceiling windows. Grand Hotel Karel V provides 13 meeting rooms accommodating up to 150 people, private dining options, and on-site parking at €35 per 24 hours. The 107639 ft² gardens feature outdoor terraces for dining and relaxation.
Pros
The hotel occupies a 14th-century monastery with 650 years of historical significance
The 107639 ft² courtyard garden provides a peaceful urban oasis
Restaurant Karel 5 offers fine dining with wine pairings in a medieval setting
Located 2624.7 ft from Utrecht Centraal station with direct train access
On-site parking available in the city center at €35 per 24 hours
Cons
The historic building layout may result in varying room configurations
On-site parking carries an additional daily fee of €35
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Transportation and Accessibility
Transportation options
Facilities
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
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
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
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel had a nice location in the central part of the city, close to restaurants and shops. The service was exceptional with friendly and attentive staff. The dining options were a bit limited and seemed expensive. The rooms lacked the luxurious feel expected from a 5-star hotel.
The hotel offers comfortable and quiet rooms with lovely decor but has expensive dining options. The service is exceptional, going above and beyond expectations. The location is ideal, close to the city center yet secluded. The facilities are top-notch, providing everything needed for a pleasant stay.
The hotel's rooms were comfortable and provided everything you could want from toiletries to refreshments. However, being near the noisy lift with people arriving late at night and early in the morning affected the overall experience. While it did not meet my expectations for a 5-star rating and wasn't heated by the air conditioning system, it was still a decent stay.
I was delighted with this hotel. The room was very spacious and well-equipped, and it felt like a 3-star hotel room. The modern wing where my room was located added a nice touch. The service, particularly during meals, was lacking in attentiveness, but the staff on arrival and for dinner were very friendly and helpful. The location couldn't be better, offering a quiet place just outside the crowded center with beautiful canal-side views. The dining experience was a mix - the service was good, but the cooked food was sometimes dry and cold. The hotel offers great amenities like room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, welcome drink, and pet amenities. However, the price for some services seemed high.
The hotel is not in a good location, but the rooms, although lacking some space, are nice. The service is excellent with friendly and helpful staff. The surroundings and grounds are beautiful but limited dining options.
My stay at the hotel was both delightful and slightly challenging. The rooms, although comfortable and well-equipped, had a few quirks like a separate toilet and a potentially hazardous wardrobe. The high ceilings and large windows added to the charm of the room, but the overly soft mattress was not entirely to my preference. The service provided by the staff was exceptional, with helpful recommendations and a professional attitude. The hotel's location was excellent for exploring the town and indulging in local amenities. However, the dining experience left something to be desired with limited choices and slow service.
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