The Leonardo Hotel Karlsruhe is a modern 4-star hotel situated in the southern part of Karlsruhe's city center. It boasts a quiet location opposite a city park with a lake and the Karlsruhe Zoo. Founded in 1715, Karlsruhe is known for its classical style architecture and green spaces. This hotel also provides easy access to local attractions such as the Badisches Staatstheater and the Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof.
Location
The hotel is conveniently located a 15-minute walk from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, making it easily accessible for travelers. It's also situated close to key attractions like the Karlsruhe Zoo, State Museum of Natural History, and the Karlsruhe Pyramid. Guests arriving by car can find parking in the adjacent underground garage.
Rooms
The hotel offers 147 air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms equipped with 32-inch HD flat-screen TVs and minibars. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hairdryers for guest convenience. Guests can enjoy tea and coffee facilities in their rooms, along with free Wi-Fi access. Many rooms also provide impressive views of the city.
Eat & Drink
Dining at the Leonardo Hotel Karlsruhe includes the Scala restaurant, which serves local cuisine, seasonal specialties, and delicious buffet options every day. Breakfast is available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, while the dinner buffet and à la carte menu are available in the evenings. The Leo Lounge 23 provides a relaxed atmosphere for guests to enjoy drinks.
Leisure & Business
For business travelers, the hotel features 5,888 square feet of conference space and meeting rooms. Guests can take advantage of complimentary access to a nearby fitness facility and a welcoming banquet hall. Additionally, Elio's Bar is a popular spot for both locals and hotel guests to gather. Safety is prioritized with features such as smoke detectors and fire extinguishers.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
76%
liked the hotel and would stay again
clean
friendly staff
limited dining
good but not outstanding
7.6/10
Very good
Rooms
7.2
Location
8.1
Service
8.9
Dining
7.3
Guest reviews
7.6/10
based on 11 review
8.0
8.0/10based on 6749 review
John
United Kingdom,
February
2024
8.2/10
The hotel is conveniently located, near the zoo and the train station, making it easy to explore Karlsruhe. The rooms were adequate, though the showers need improvement. The service was exceptional, even going above and beyond to assist with non-hotel related issues. The dining options were varied, and the facilities were well-maintained. Overall, the hotel offers a great experience with excellent service and a convenient location.
Rooms
7.0
The room I stayed in was okay, it was good enough for a comfortable stay, but the shower could use some updating.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, and the staff even made provisions for bike storage, displaying a high level of dedication.
Location
9.0
The location was great, being next to the zoo and close to the train station, allowing for easy access to the city and surrounding areas.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was great with a variety of options available, catering to different preferences.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were impressive, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Rupert
United Kingdom,
February
2024
8.2/10
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The rooms were very comfortable with a hospitality tray in each room and offered superb views from the top floor. The lift was efficient, and the room size was quite spacious. The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to assist, even with issues not related to the hotel. The location was perfect, within walking distance of both the main railway station and the city center. The dining experience was nice, with plenty of options to choose from, albeit with an additional cost per person. Overall, a great value for money hotel with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very comfortable and offered superb views from the top floor.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to assist with any concerns.
Location
9.0
The location was very good, with easy access to the train station and the city center.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was nice with lots to choose from, albeit at an additional cost per person.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.
Richard
United Kingdom,
January
2024
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room was cozy but had some issues with temperature control and cleanliness. The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to assist. The location was convenient for exploring the city on foot. The dining was satisfactory but came with an additional cost. Overall, a decent stay with some highlights and drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The room felt a bit small for adding an extra bed for my kid, and there were some dead insects around indicating it hadn't been used recently.
Service
8.0
The staff made an effort to assist, although communication was a bit challenging. They were friendly and room service was efficient.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was great for walking to the train station and city center, making it convenient for exploring.
Dining
7.0
The dining quality was decent, but the additional cost per person for dining was a downside.
Facilities
The hotel's facilities were satisfactory, offering basic services like dry cleaning and welcome drinks.
Edward
United States of America,
January
2024
7.2/10
The hotel's rooms were smaller than expected for the price, and there was a leak in the bathroom causing noise issues. On the bright side, the location is quite convenient, being near the main station.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were smaller than I anticipated for the price, and the bathroom had a leak that made it quite noisy. However, the proximity to the main station was a plus.
Service
9.0
The service here was exceptional. The staff, particularly Lara and Laura, went above and beyond, even bringing freshly cooked croissants to our table. They were very helpful and resolved an issue not even related to the hotel.
Location
7.0
The location was decent, being about halfway between the main railway station and the market square. It's also not far from the city center, making it convenient for exploring.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good, especially with a well-organized breakfast starting early. I particularly enjoyed the Pad Thai dish offered.
Facilities
The hotel offers dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, and a welcome drink for guests to enjoy during their stay.
Caleb
United States of America,
January
2024
8.2/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The room was nice and air-conditioned, which was a real relief during the heat wave. I even received a free upgrade to a very clean room, which was great.
Rooms
8.0
The room was okay, air-conditioned, and very clean. The free upgrade was a nice touch.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, right next to the zoo and close to the train station. It was ideal for exploring Karlsruhe on foot.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good quality, though not exceptional. Maybe a bit more variety would make it even better.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were good overall, providing everything necessary for a comfortable stay.
clean
limited dining
Arthur
United States of America,
January
2024
8.0/10
My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The rooms were very spacious and offered a beautiful view of the zoo. However, they were a bit smaller than expected, though still comfortable. The service was exceptional, from check-in to accommodating special requests, especially for taxis that accepted foreign credit cards. The location was excellent, right at the entrance of the zoo, making it easy to reach both the city center and the main attractions in Karlsruhe. The dining experience was good despite limited parking due to road construction. Overall, a great value for money option with a few minor inconveniences.
Rooms
8.0
The room was very big, clean, and beautiful, with a view to the zoo. A little small, even by European standards, but comfortable enough.
Service
9.0
The service was very nice and efficient, from check-in to check-out. They were accommodating to all our needs, even for a non-German speaker.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was excellent, being very close to the zoo and between the central station and the city center.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, with freshly baked bread. However, parking was limited due to road construction.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered good facilities overall, but parking was a bit challenging due to construction work.
David
United Kingdom,
November
2023
7.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to the Railway station and the shopping center, making it a comfortable spot for travelers. Although the parking can be a bit challenging due to limited space and the area is not the most aesthetically pleasing, the beautiful gardens and proximity to the congress center add value to the location.
Rooms
7.0
The room I stayed in was near the elevator and facing the maintenance room of the floor. It came with a small bathtub, which wasn't very modern, but it was clean and suitable for travelers with a baby.
Service
9.0
The service at the hotel was really friendly and helpful. The staff was accommodating to our requests, but communication might improve for non-German speakers. Services like dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry were efficient, and we enjoyed a welcome drink upon arrival.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is convenient for both leisure and business travelers, with easy access to the Railway station and the shopping center. However, the parking situation can be tricky due to limited spaces and construction in front of the hotel.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience at the hotel was satisfying with a good variety of dishes, including typically German options. The breakfast is served until 10:00 am at an additional cost, and various salads were available.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers standard facilities that meet travel needs, ensuring a comfortable stay. While not luxurious, the amenities provided are practical and sufficient.
Ian
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.6/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were spacious but had some issues like a broken window and over-cold A/C. The staff was fantastic, providing helpful tips and making my stay enjoyable. The location was great, with easy access to restaurants and a beautiful park nearby. However, the dining experience fell short due to limited options and some inconvenience with parking.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious but had some issues like a broken window and over-cold A/C.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly, helpful, and made my stay enjoyable.
Location
8.0
The location was great, with easy access to restaurants and a lovely park area.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was alright but lacked excitement and had parking inconveniences.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were good overall.
Friendly staff
Dining limitations
Robert
United States of America,
July
2023
7.4/10
I had a pleasant stay overall at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, although they seemed a bit outdated. The location was convenient for exploring the city, although ongoing construction nearby was a downside. The dining experience was decent, but could be more impressive for the price paid.
Rooms
8.0
I got a free upgrade to a clean and comfortable room, but it was starting to show its age.
Service
9.0
The staff was very helpful and exceeded my expectations by going above-and-beyond to assist with a non-hotel related issue.
Location
7.0
The hotel is in a good location with the city within walking distance, although ongoing construction nearby was a drawback.
Dining
7.0
The dining was of good quality but not outstanding for the price.
Facilities
6.0
George
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.6/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were spacious and bright, but I couldn't adjust the heating, and there was some noise and dripping inside, making it a bit uncomfortable. However, the service was exceptional, especially the staff who went above and beyond to assist us with an unrelated issue. The location was convenient, although the ongoing construction outside was a drawback. The dining experience was good with a variety of options, but parking was limited due to road works.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were large, bright, and quite, but the heating couldn't be adjusted, and there was some noise and dripping inside. The bedding felt damp at times.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to assist and being accommodating to our requests.
Location
6.0
The location was good in terms of walking distance to the center, but the ongoing construction in front of the hotel affected the overall experience.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was great with a variety of options, but finding parking spaces in front of the hotel was challenging due to road construction.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well organized and met our expectations during our stay.
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