Radisson Blu Karlsruhe, KarlsruheRadisson Blu Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe, Germany has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 23 of 40 hotels we score in Karlsruhe. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.1 before correction: Booking.com 3.3, Tripadvisor 3.0. Rooms from about $115 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located near the Rhine River and the edge of the Black Forest, this four-star hotel sits close to the Ettlingen area and the Karlsruhe-Süd motorway exit. It features 199 soundproofed, air-conditioned rooms, including business-class and superior options. The property is suitable for business travellers needing meeting rooms and guests driving in the area, thanks to the large on-site car park. Facilities include a fitness centre, a Finnish sauna, and a garden with BBQ areas. While the rooms are spacious and clean, some guests have noted that the interior decor feels dated. The hotel follows specific eco-rules regarding room cleaning.What stands out

Large on-site car park

Soundproofed guest rooms

On-site sauna and fitness centre

Pet friendly policy

Watch out for

Dated room decor

Breakfast quality varies

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