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Grand Hotel Karel V
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Hotel Chain: Netherlands, Utrecht
Hotel Type: Hotel
Address: Geertebolwerk 1
Number of rooms: 91
Credit Cards: American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Diners Club, PIN, Maestro
Check In: 14:00 hours
Check Out: 12:00 hours
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Description:
In the historic town centre of Utrecht the new, prestigious Grand Hotel Karel V has opened its doors from September 1999. The realisation is the result of a striking renovation of the former headquarters of the German Knights Order. This block of buildings, locally known as the German house, dates from the fourteenth century.
It is the hospitable tradition of the German Knights Order which, in a modern equivalent, is pursued in Grand Hotel Karel V. The order was founded in 1198 with the purpose of defending the faith and of nursing the sick and wounded.
Grand Restaurant Karel V is a place in the grand manner yet familiar. The ideal location in the heart of Utrecht for a business or private occassion.
Brasserie Goeie Louisa is situated in the Brasserie room and the Brasserie kitchen, which is one of the oldest kitchens of the Netherlands. From 1345 AD the priests of the German Knights Order have cooked their meals for the many guests who stayed in the German House.
In the cellars, situated in the medieval arched roofs, you will find the Hotelbar, as well as a bar for closing your meeting or conference, the apéritif for your dinner in Grand Restaurant Karel V or the beginning of a nice evening in Utrecht.
Grand Hotel Karel V has the availability of twelve conference rooms (total 900 sq.m). All halls have been restored to their ancient splendor and can be used for business as well as festive occasions. For example the Graaf van Leicester hall includes an auditory, equipped with the latest in audiovisual facilities.
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Quick description :
The Grand Hotel Karel V was the first 5-star hotel in Utrecht.
The hotel opened in 1999 in a fully renovated monumental building with 10,000 square metres of city gardens in the city centre of Utrecht, close to the Jaarbeurs Congress Hall and the Central Railway Station. The hotel comprises 91 hotel rooms and suites, the gastronomic restaurant Grand Restaurant Karel V (with Michelin star), brasserie Goeie Louisa with terrace, cosy bar cellars and 12 meeting and dining rooms.
Cancellation policy :
Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 18:00 on the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged EUR 40.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
5 % city/tourist tax per room per night is not included.
Internet: Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast is not included and costs EUR 20.00 per person.
Parking: Private parking is possible on site and costs EUR 15.00 per day.
Pets: Pets are not allowed.
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Food & beverage :
In Grand Restaurant Karel V - awarded a Michelin star - a warm welcome will be extended by our Maître d'Hôtel, Johan Kragtwijk, and Executive Chef Jeroen Robberegt. He and his team aspire to serve you in this stylish room in a classic but informal manner. They will be happy to offer you advice on how to discover the most congenial combination of wine and food. Apart from the Grand Restaurant Karel V, the hotel comprises a cellar bar and Brasserie Goeie Louisa, with a terrace.
Area information :
Utrecht, a versatile city
The city of Utrecht verges on the Utrecht Hills, de Utrechtse Heuvelrug, where beautiful estates, country manors and castles can be found.
The well preserved medieval inner city of Utrecht, with its numerous courts of almshouses, intimate squares and populated canals, offers the visitor a varied palette of culture, leisure and nature. The city has a wealth of historical monuments. Quite outstanding is the more than six century old Dom tower. It is the highest church steeple of the Netherlands and, during certain hours, open to guided tours.
The multiple churches and monasteries, built in greatly different styles, remind the visitor of the strongly religious character of the city. Moreover, Utrecht is a city of museums, including the internationally renowned Netherlands Railway Museum, the national museum "Het Catharijneconvent", the Central Museum and the National Museum of Music Boxes and Barrel Organs.
The Utrecht visitors' centre for cultural history quickly helps the interested visitor on its way. Shops are located on the busy Oude Gracht--with its cosy outdoor cafés on the wharves and the typical basements--, on Oud Kerkhof, Steenweg and Hoog Catharijne. They are known for their excellent taste offering a wide range of products. Musical Centre Vredenburg and the Municipal Theatre provide high quality cultural entertainment and art. Another remarkable facet of Utrecht are the architecturally interesting buildings on Nieuwe Gracht.
Cosy canals, wharves and quays.
To many, the most important and cosiest attraction of Utrecht are the restaurants, studios and (outdoor) cafés along the canals. These can be found on the quays and wharves which were formerly utilised for making easy deliveries to the basements under the buildings along the canals. Today, these quays provide a daily gathering place to many visitors.
A summer canal boat tour of the canals will provide an unforgettable impression of this remarkable city.
Travel information :
Via the A2 motorway to Utrecht
Take exit 8, marked ‘Centrum’
At the top of the exit, at the traffic lights, continue to ‘Centrum’
Go straight at the roundabout, continue to ‘Centrum’
You will pass the Jaarbeurs
Go under the railway overpass and take a right turn towards ‘Centrum’
The road passes under the shopping arcades of Hoog Catharijne. Take the first possible road on the left. After crossing the bridge, take a left into Geertebolwerk in (dead end street)
Grand Hotel Karel V is located at the end of Geertebolwerk on the right
Via the A28 motorway to Utrecht
Take exit marked ‘Centrum’ (A28)
At the end of the exit ramp, at the traffic lights, take a left turn
Take the first exit ‘Stadion’
Turn right at the end of the exit ramp at the traffic lights
Continue to next T junction and turn left, ‘Centrum West’
Follow the direction of the sign for ‘Doorgaand Verkeer’
Take a right turn at the traffic lights ‘Centrum West/Maarssen’, which takes you onto the Catharijnesingel
Turn right at the first traffic lights
After crossing the bridge, take a left into Geertebolwerk (dead end street)
Grand Hotel Karel V is located at the end of Geertebolwerk on the right
Via the A12 motorway to Utrecht
Follow directions to ‘Jaarbeurs Zuid’
Take exit 17 'Kanaleneiland'
At the end of the exit ramp, at the traffic lights, turn to ‘Kanaleneiland’
Follow 'Jaarbeurs'
Turn right, at the first roundabout, towards ‘Hoograven/Lunetten’
Just before the second bridge (yellow /blue railing) take a left turn onto the Jutfaseweg
Stay on this road and take a left at the second traffic lights.
Turn right under the railroad overpass towards ‘Centrum’
Take a left turn at the first traffic lights, which takes you onto the Catharijnesingel
Turn right at the first traffic lights
After crossing the bridge, take a left into Geertebolwerk (dead end street)
Grand Hotel Karel V is located at the end of Geertebolwerk on the right
From Central Railway Station Utrecht
In the main hall of the train station, please exit to shopping arcade ‘Hoog Catharijne’.
Turn right, next to the automatic cash dispensers of ABN Amro Bank, through exit Godebaldkwartier.
Turn left at the bottom of the escalators. Cross the road (two traffic lights) and turn right (cross yet another road).
Keep going straight. After ± 150 metres, the Grand Hotel Karel V will be on your left
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General :
Parking , Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Garden, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Valet Parking, Heating, Luggage Storage, Shops in Hotel, Gay Friendly, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
Activities :
Sauna, Fitness Centre, Solarium, Hiking
Services :
Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Centre, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, VIP Room Facilities, Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Currency Exchange, Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Bicycle Rental, Shoe Shine, Packed Lunches, Car Rental, Fax/Photocopying
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