Grand Hotel Karel V

The building is steeped in history and character and all the facilities of this prestigious 5-star hotel will make your stay unforgettable. Description In the year 2000, the prestigious Grand hotel Karel V was opened in the historical centre of Utrecht. A complete renovation of the building of the former Teutonic Order was the beginning of this remarkable journey. This building stems from the 14th century and was formerly known as the Duitse Huis (German House). Emperor Charles V stayed in this building in 1546 with his sister Mary of Hungary when he attended the Chapter Meeting of the Order of the Golden Fleece. Since then, various famous historical figures have been a guest in this hotel and some of the rooms in the hotel still carry their names. The hotel consists of different parts, including the Napoleontic wing, the Garden Wing and the farm building. The current Garden Wing will be extended in 2007/2008 with a completely new pavilion, among other things, and will be closed during a short period of time. A couple of new rooms will be added to the hotel, a new wellness and fitness centre will be built, and some of the existing rooms and facilities will undergo a complete renovation. The Grand Hotel Karel V has twelve conference and meeting rooms. All rooms have been restored in keeping with the original historic ambience and charm, which makes them perfectly suitable for business purposes and parties. The Count of Leicester Auditorium is equipped with the most modern facilities. The Unico of Wassenaer Room has its own particular style and ambience. In this room, for example, a beautiful oak wood arch construction has been restored in its former glory. As a guest of the hotel, you will also be able to use the fitness facilities, sauna, steam room and solarium, all of which can be found in the farm building. The fitness area is equipped with among other things a home trainer, step machine and running equipment. There are also changing rooms, showers and towels, as well as the possibility to have a drink. Your room key will give you access to the fitness area. The standard rooms and suites can be found in the Garden Wing, while the executive rooms are in the Napoleontic wing. Due to the historical character of the building, all the rooms are decorated differently and have a distinctive atmosphere. In the room, you will find all the modern facilities you can expect from a hotel of this classification. Food and drinks A luxury breakfast with a wide variety of dishes is served in Grand Restaurant Karel V. Here you will find different kinds of bread, sandwich fillings, hot dishes and drinks. This restaurant has a rich and lengthy history and has been awarded a Michelin star; in the evening it serves a delicious meal, prepared in a kitchen that is run by one of the few ‘meestergastronomen’ (culinary masters) of the Netherlands. The former kitchen of the monastery is now home to Brasserie 'Goeie Louise,' which offers an ever-changing menu with many seasonal specialities. For a nice drink or a good glass of wine, you can go to Caves Caroli, two bars that are located in the medieval arched vault under the hotel. Internet On request, guests can use the ADSL internet connection in the rooms. You may turn to the reception desk for payment and infomation about this service.