Rio Hotel

Property class: 4
Hotel with restaurant, near Prince Max Palace

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When you stay at Rio Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Prince Max Palace and Karlsruhe Zoo. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Karlsruhe Convention Centre and Karlsruhe Palace are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Karlstor/Bundesgerichtshof Tram Stop is 13 minutes and Marktplatz (Kaiserstraße U) Tram Stop is 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

For families (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $105
$122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18

Why we love this property

Tasty global cuisine
The restaurant serves international cuisine for culinary adventures. A bar awaits for evening socializing, and mornings start with buffet breakfast.
Ultimate sleep comfort
Light sleepers rejoice with hypo-allergenic and premium bedding options. The minibar adds convenience for late-night drinks or snacks.

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a television on a stand, a green chair, and a window with sheer curtains.

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a double bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large window with blinds.

Comfort Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Comfort Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Business Double Room Single Use

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Business Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Hans-Sachs-Str. 2, Karlsruhe, BW, 76133

What's nearby

  • Prince Max Palace - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • ZKM - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Marketplace Square - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Karlsruhe Palace - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Karlsruhe Convention Centre - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Karlsruhe Baden-Baden (FKB-Baden Airpark) - 39 min drive
  • Stuttgart Airport (STR) - 67 min drive
  • Europaplatz Postgalerie Station - 8 min walk
  • Marktplatz (Pyramide U) Station - 17 min walk
  • Knielinger Allee Station - 21 min walk
  • Karlstor/Bundesgerichtshof Tram Stop - 13 min walk
  • Marktplatz (Kaiserstraße U) Tram Stop - 15 min walk
  • Ettlinger Tor U-Bahn - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Bleu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café mats - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zel Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Falafel e Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪l'incontro - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Rio Hotel

  • When you stay at Rio Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Prince Max Palace and Karlsruhe Zoo. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Karlsruhe Convention Centre and Karlsruhe Palace are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Karlstor/Bundesgerichtshof Tram Stop is 13 minutes and Marktplatz (Kaiserstraße U) Tram Stop is 15 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 117 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (EUR 12.5 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (323 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1967
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 26-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping (surcharge)
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 14.50 per person
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 26.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 10 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 10 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 12.5 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 4 stars.

Also known as

Rio Hotel Karlsruhe

Rio Karlsruhe

Rio Hotel Hotel

Rio Hotel Karlsruhe

Rio Hotel Hotel Karlsruhe

Frequently asked questions

Is Rio Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between December 24 and December 26.

Does Rio Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Rio Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Rio Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Rio Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 12.5 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rio Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Rio Hotel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Prince Max Palace (10-min walk) and Marketplace Square (0.9 mi), along with Karlsruhe Palace (1 mi) and Karlsruhe Zoo (1 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Rio Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Rio Hotel like?

Rio Hotel is in the heart of Karlsruhe, a short 8-minute walk from Europaplatz Postgalerie Station and 12 minutes' walk from ZKM.

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Reviews

Rio Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent, plentiful, and varied with delicious options. (18 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

This was my second stay at the Hotel Rio, which I found just as comfortable welcoming as on my last visit. I would definitely stay there again.
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8/10 Very good

Nice comfortable room.
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10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing

A very comfortable overnight stay with secure underground parking and good restaurant. The breakfast was plentiful and varied. Our bedroom and bathroom were spotless .
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10/10 Exceptional

Great service and dog friendly.

Grate staff and service. Plus for friendly cleaning lady how understood that we have a dog and accident can happen. Dog friendly hotel.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was friendly. Hood nteakfadt. Short walk to tram.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay here!
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful room, very clean, fantastic breakfast
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10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast options!!
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was friendly, the room was clean and quiet. The location was nice with a supermarket and some good restaurants nearby. I enjoyed the stay very much.
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10/10 Exceptional

All in all an excellent hotel. Especially the breakfast! The rooms are very clean, with nice amenities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic Hotel

Fantastic hotel. Thank you for the great service !!
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10/10 Exceptional

Karlsruhe Hotel

Very pleasant stay. Excellent staff and quality breakfast. Tidy and well appointed bedroom.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic property with fabulous staff! Highly efficient and exceptionally friendly and caring for customers. Great breakfast, excellent rooms. Impeccable.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent delusions breakfast I love.
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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

was fine
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8/10 Very good

Das Frühstück ist unglaublich gut und sehr vielfältig. Ich war allerdings während der grossen Hitze in Karlsruhe und das Zimmer konnte nicht wirklich auf angenehme Temperaturen heruntergekühlt werden.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wir waren in einem Business-Zimmer. Es gab gute Betten, Balkon, grosses und schönes Badezimmer sowie Klimaanlage. Das Frühstück war gut und der Cappuccino köstlich. Das Personal war äusserst freundlich. Wir kommen gerne mal wieder.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nettes Personal und meiner Meinung nach hervorragendes Frühstück machten den Aufenthalt sehr angenehm!
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8/10 Very good

Gut
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10/10 Exceptional

Sauber, ruhig, moderne Zimmer und sehr zuvorkommendes Personal.
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10/10 Exceptional

Ruhiges Hotel, mit guter ÖPNV Anbindung, sehr freundliches Personal.
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10/10 Exceptional

房間乾淨整潔，進房時間彈性,員工服務態度非常好，另外，飯店附設餐廳與酒吧，晚上不想外出有好選擇
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10/10 Exceptional

Sehr geräumiges Zimmer im Nebengebäude. Check-in war sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Die Lage für unsere Zwecke nahezu perfekt - nur wenige Gehminuten ins Stadtzentrum.
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10/10 Exceptional

Schönes Hotel, EZ mit 1,20 Bett, sauber , hab mich sehr wohl gefühlt. Würde sagen 4.5/5 Matratze war zwar fest und daher denke noch recht neu - aber nicht so komfortabel wie erhofft. Trotzdem Absolute Empfehlung