Is parking available at the hotel?

Self parking is available on-site for a fee of EUR 35 per day, which includes in/out privileges. Limited parking spaces are provided, and reservations are not required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are served for a fee of approximately EUR 35 for adults and EUR 22.50 for children. Breakfast is available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are allowed at the hotel with a fee of EUR 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time is from 3:00 PM until 11:59 PM, and check-out time is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request; guests are encouraged to contact the property in advance to make arrangements.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The hotel offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details regarding accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.

What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in Utrecht, just a 5-minute walk from Tivoli and a 6-minute walk from Town Hall. It is also 0.4 miles from St. Catherine's Convent Museum and Park Nieuweroord, making it convenient for exploring local attractions.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

The hotel features an indoor swimming pool, which is accessible from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM. It provides a relaxing environment for guests looking to unwind.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the hotel. There is no mention of a minimum age for children to stay for free, allowing families to enjoy their stay together.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The hotel offers cribs for infants at a fee of EUR 30 per night and rollaway beds at a fee of EUR 70 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required for these additional accommodations.

Grand Hotel Karel V in Utrecht

Average nightly price at Grand Hotel Karel V, WorldHotels Luxury by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$205
February	$198
March	$207
April	$250
May	$254
June	$260
July	$212
August	$212
September	$253
October	$291
November	$277
December	$238

What guests think

At Grand Hotel Karel V, reviewers praise the historic, elegant setting, central yet tranquil location, and especially the friendly, helpful staff, while noting comfortable, often spacious rooms with attractive views and generally good breakfast and dining.

Common drawbacks include occasional housekeeping lapses and dust, some dated rooms or uncomfortable mattresses, intermittent noise, and slow service in the brasserie; there is also a single report of a poor special-event dinner. Guests like the wellness facilities and gardens, though multiple reports mention a small or temporarily closed pool; fitness is praised but compact. A good fit for travellers seeking ambience and walkability more than flawless consistency.

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Cleanliness

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Facilities

Spa access and a compact fitness area are appreciated; several reviews praise the sauna, hot tub and lap pool, but multiple guests encountered a very small or temporarily closed pool. Gardens are pleasant, and on-site parking is available.

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Lori

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A beautiful hotel in a great area. A 5 minute walk to the old city center with shops and many dining options. Also great they offered parking. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

10

Constantin

Jul 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location on the edge of old town with a very friendly staff, beautiful grounds, and large rooms.

8

Kensuke

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice clean room and well shaped garden, but unfortunately outside of the hotel sometimes noisy and woke me up at night.

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Thomas

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The center of Utrecht is quaint and charming and the Grand Karel V is situated nicely within that but still feels quiet and even estate-like.

10

SCOTT

Apr 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

10

Sean

Mar 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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.

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Dr Gunter

Jan 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Zimmer eher klein Swimmingpool sehr klein und gesperrt Check out samstag 1100 Uhr !!! Wurde durchgesetzt!! Anruf 1115 h man solle jetzt gehen!!! Sehr schöne Anlage

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Pamela

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful hotel. Small but amazing fitness area. Gorgeous sauna, hot. tub and lap pool. Amazing value for money.

10

Kent

Jul 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Historical, beautiful hotel with good fitness facilities, excellent dining, walkable to downtown and other shops/restaurants AND THE STAFF are wonderful.

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Liam

Mar 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A warm welcome on arrival. Lovely room in a separate building to the main one. Nice gardens and view from the room. Access to the spa included, but the pool was out of use both days. Charged extra by accident when checking out, but recitifed when phoned.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms clean, but recurring complaints cite dust and inconsistent or missed housekeeping.

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Maria L

Apr 22, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Beautiful and Historical Hotel. Very well situated, walking distance to old town Utrecht. The room was very comfortable and clean. At night is quiet, so easy to sleep. We will stay at the hotel, hopefully many more times

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Kensuke

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice clean room and well shaped garden, but unfortunately outside of the hotel sometimes noisy and woke me up at night.

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Oscar

Feb 10, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Terrible housekeeping

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Philip

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Have stayed before always clean always top notch. Staff are excellent

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Madelon

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Zeer rustige en goede accommodatie op loopafstand van hartje stad. Met veel plezier hier verbleven. Ruimte kamer. Jammer dat het zo stoffig was. Incheck ging soepel. Fijne bedden. Ontbijt niet in hotel gedaan, want prijzig. In de buurt allerlei opties om te ontbijten. Welness is een fijne aanvulling op je verblijf.

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Mona

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Balcony view was lovely. Room very comfortable. Staff wonderful. The manager of housekeeping very kind to bring me more creamers.

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Siobhan

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Rajat

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We had requested them to service the room and no one showed up despite telling the staff and front desk.

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Angela

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stunning place, feels like in another era. Clean and quiet rooms

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Rooms

Rooms are often spacious and comfortable with attractive balcony, park, or canal views. Some guests mention dated décor, soft or uncomfortable mattresses, and occasional noise from outside or neighboring rooms.

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Constantin

Jul 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location on the edge of old town with a very friendly staff, beautiful grounds, and large rooms.

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Kensuke

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice clean room and well shaped garden, but unfortunately outside of the hotel sometimes noisy and woke me up at night.

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Berej

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful suite with all what we need. But unfortunately, I didn't sleep. Mattress too soft, too warm under the cover and too cold outside. Heard the neighbors at 5 am talking normally just behind the wall... Breakfast amazing.

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Arne

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

W hi at an incredible surprise when we checked in. So much greater than the pics The History of the place, and all the amenities. The room was spectacular looking over the park and canal. So peaceful. Yet it was so close to everything. This was the crown jewel in our visit to Netherlands. We fell in love with Utrecht. I will recommend Karel-V as top place to stay. The staff were so helpful getting us to the hotel when we got lost. Sent a taxi for us. Thankyou so much for such a memorable time.

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Kathryn

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

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!

10

Mona

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Balcony view was lovely. Room very comfortable. Staff wonderful. The manager of housekeeping very kind to bring me more creamers.

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paul

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice grounds but dated interior. Some of the most uncomfortable beds and pillows I’ve ever experienced

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Tim

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel was stunning and only a minute or two walk to the nearest cafes and bars. Very helpful amd friendly staff. Would recommend the rooms with balcony and canal view, very spacious and very comfy bed and pillows. Will definitely return.

10

Nick

May 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable and a short walk into the centre of the old city.

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Siobhan

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful, and proactive, with standout assistance in emergencies. A few reviews report slow restaurant/breakfast service, reception short-staffing, or poor follow-up.

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Vlad

Sep 5, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Short of staff in the Reception area for a 5-star hotel

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Matthew

Jan 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

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Arne

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

W hi at an incredible surprise when we checked in. So much greater than the pics The History of the place, and all the amenities. The room was spectacular looking over the park and canal. So peaceful. Yet it was so close to everything. This was the crown jewel in our visit to Netherlands. We fell in love with Utrecht. I will recommend Karel-V as top place to stay. The staff were so helpful getting us to the hotel when we got lost. Sent a taxi for us. Thankyou so much for such a memorable time.

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SCOTT

Apr 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Anthonius

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We really enjoyed our stay at Karel V. The hotel is beautiful and the location is simply excellent! A bit disappointing is the service in the brasserie and the breakfast area, the service is simply VERY slow! For the rest, our compliments!

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Alexander

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff at this hotel are amazing but a very special mention for Rob who literally saved my life when I had a medical emergency. His fast acting response meant that I am alive to write this review - I will be forever grateful. We will certainly be back to this wonderful hotel.

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Mona

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Balcony view was lovely. Room very comfortable. Staff wonderful. The manager of housekeeping very kind to bring me more creamers.

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Tim

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel was stunning and only a minute or two walk to the nearest cafes and bars. Very helpful amd friendly staff. Would recommend the rooms with balcony and canal view, very spacious and very comfy bed and pillows. Will definitely return.

10

Alexander

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Absolutely super - it's not a cheap option, but for the utter serenity of the place coupled with staff who will happily go the extra mile to help you, it is wonderful. Thoroughly recommendable!

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Nicola

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is so central and the staff were really helpful.

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Location

Central, walkable location near the old town and station, while the grounds feel quiet and secluded.

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Constantin

Jul 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location on the edge of old town with a very friendly staff, beautiful grounds, and large rooms.

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Thomas

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The center of Utrecht is quaint and charming and the Grand Karel V is situated nicely within that but still feels quiet and even estate-like.

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Andrew

Nov 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel and very friendly staff. Location is beautiful and easybwalk from main station.

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Julia (and Michael)

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

lovely historic setting upgraded with all the modern conveniences - in a great location for walking

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Nina

Mar 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wunderschönes Hotel, ehemalige Klosteranlage. Mitten im Zentrum und doch ruhig gelegen.

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Sean

Mar 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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.

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Tim

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel was stunning and only a minute or two walk to the nearest cafes and bars. Very helpful amd friendly staff. Would recommend the rooms with balcony and canal view, very spacious and very comfy bed and pillows. Will definitely return.

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Veronica

Mar 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent and convenient place to stay in Utrecht. Walkable to anything in the old centre.

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Nicola

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is so central and the staff were really helpful.

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Ana

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Grosses, sauberes Zimmer. Tolles Frühstück. Freundliches Personal. Sehr gut gelegen, nahe bei der Innenstadt.

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Dining

Breakfast is frequently praised for quality. However, some note slow service in the brasserie, and one review reports a poor special-event dinner leading to illness.

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Matthew

Jan 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

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TANIA

May 22, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

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.

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Anthonius

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We really enjoyed our stay at Karel V. The hotel is beautiful and the location is simply excellent! A bit disappointing is the service in the brasserie and the breakfast area, the service is simply VERY slow! For the rest, our compliments!

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Kathryn

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

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!

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Joseph

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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!

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Kent

Jul 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Historical, beautiful hotel with good fitness facilities, excellent dining, walkable to downtown and other shops/restaurants AND THE STAFF are wonderful.

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Gary

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It’s a great hotel, enjoyed my stay. Breakfast was perfect!

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Paul

Mar 9, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great hotel. Very good staff and excellent breakfast. Recommend.

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Ana

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Grosses, sauberes Zimmer. Tolles Frühstück. Freundliches Personal. Sehr gut gelegen, nahe bei der Innenstadt.

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Bariscan

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Eşimle ikinci kalışımız. Tarihte bir yolculuğa çıkartan mükemmel bir peyzaja sahip. Kahvaltısı muazzam, waffle'ını çok seviyoruz. Tek sıkıntı akıllı televizyona telefondan bağlanamamak. Bağlantı olmayınca hiç bir şekilde bir şey izlemek mümkün olmuyor. Umarım en kısa zamanda çözülür.

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