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Grand Hotel Karel V Utrecht

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Geertebolwerk 1, Utrecht 3511 XA, The Netherlands
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Ranked #1 of 16 hotels in Utrecht
4.5 of 5 stars 87 Reviews
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TCE_NRE
Amsterdam
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32 reviews
13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012 NEW

NRE was planning on celebrating his birthday with a getaway. TCE had a wedding to go to. The result? A weekend at the Karel V, in an Empire Suite. Lovely room, spacious, comfortable, and, yes, we felt decadent. It was a trip to remember, and a wonderful birthday. Two years later, we returned to stay in a smaller, just as... More

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Dr._Bob_4
Baltimore
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34 reviews
33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2012

This is a simply wonderful hotel. The service is outstanding. The room I had was very large with picture windows which provided light but could be closed off to make the room dark for a mid-day nap. The food and service in the Bistro were outstanding. The location is great-walking distance to the train station and most other attractions in... More

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nikolai69
Copenhagen
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54 reviews
29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2012

Excellently located old style hotel (with a modern annex which is where I stayed) in central utrecht. For a leasurely stroll around this beautiful city it just couldnt be located any better. The staff is friendly and helpful, but not overly so. I booked a room with a queen size bed, which turned out to be two singles put together... More

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tereza94
Athens, Greece
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5 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2012

We spent 3 days in Karel V this Christmas. It is situated in a vey good spot within the old city. Friendly staff, spacious room, very interesting restoration of an old hospital. Only negative, their famous restaurant was closed on New Year's Eve More

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lofa
Brussels
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28 reviews
15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 13, 2012

This hotel was a lovely surprise. For the price, I was amazed to see the large elegant rooms, the high quality food and wonderful staff. There is daily fresh fruit in the bedroom hallways with plates, napkins and silverware, a really nice touch. If you do use the minibar, the selections are high quality. Location wise, Utrecht Central Station is... More

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a_nightingale
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2012

I am in Utrecht for business, and selected this hotel over the one recommended by the travel organizers, as it just seemed irresistible, and it is. The employees, from the kitchen staff I bumped into in the halls to room service reception, were polite yet warmly so. It then stands to reason that those staff who interface with guests everyday... More

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Joe K
Dublin, Ireland
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6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012

Beautiful hotel, enormous room full of character, very friendly reception staff made our stay in Utrecht very memorable, we will be back ! More

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Karen1160
Brussels, Belgium
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12 reviews
10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 23, 2011

5 stars and classy but by no means snobby or stuffy service. we paid a small fee for an upgrade to the main building, it was definitely worth it. romantic and comfortable, with a great breakfast (includes champagne) in the morning. location is one of the best in Utrecht, still in a quiet area. easy parking - the traject lumen... More

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Frade
Canberra, Australia
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42 reviews
31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 14, 2011

I only stayed here for one night, but it was extremely pleasant. The hotel itself is gorgeous - wonderful rooms and location, and the staff were very helpful. A short walk to the centre of the city, which is a wonderfully compact and vibrant environment. Perhaps a little on the expensive side for a hotel in such a small city,... More

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12Knocksinna
Dublin
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40 reviews
11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 29, 2011

The Karel V is a very good choice for anyone looking for a hotel close to the center of Utrecht where you don't want to hire a car and do want to be able to walk to all of the shops and local attractions. My recollection from a previous stay in the Karel V was that the rooms in the... More

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