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The Q - Quadro City Hotel

Welcome to The Q - Quadro City Hotel Karlsruhe

In the heart of Karlsruhe's vibrant southern district, the urban 4-star The Q - Quadro City Hotel welcomes you. Located between the city center and the main train station, and just a 15-minute walk from the castle, you'll find a retreat to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.

What makes the PLAZA feeling in Karlsruhe City so special?

At the Quadro City Hotel, natural colors meet a welcoming atmosphere. Business travelers, city tourists, and families will find a home away from home in one of the 215 soundproofed rooms and suites in the heart of the city.

Hotel Highlights

  • Prime location in the heart of Karlsruhe, with direct tram access
  • Air-conditioned rooms and public areas
  • Breakfast restaurant with regional & international dishes
  • Restaurant PLAZA Kitchen
  • Event rooms & ballroom for up to 300 people
  • Hotel's own underground parking garage (for a fee)
  • Spacious rooms & suites up to 100 m² – also ideal for families
  • Junior suites with king-size bed or twin option on 50 m²
  • 24-hour reception
  • Free Wi-Fi in all areas

A retreat in the heart of the city

The Q is located in the trendy Südstadt district, known for its international flair, creative cuisine, and cultural diversity. Despite its central location, guests enjoy a peaceful stay thanks to the soundproofed rooms – a real advantage in an urban environment.

Arrive and feel at home: For your overnight stay in Karlsruhe, The Q - Quadro City Hotel offers the perfect accommodation for your needs. Whether you're looking for a comfortable double room for a city break, a quiet business room for your business trip, or a family-friendly junior suite with extra space – the Quadro City Hotel in Karlsruhe combines a central location with thoughtful amenities. The hotel rooms and public areas are centrally air-conditioned, ensuring a pleasant climate even on warm days.

With over 400 m² of event space spread across 7 flexible meeting rooms, The Q is perfectly suited for meetings, seminars, and events. The light-filled ballroom offers ample space for large celebrations, weddings, or business events with up to 300 guests. We will tailor catering, technology, and room design to your individual needs.

Thanks to the direct tram connection, you can reach Karlsruhe Central Station from the Quadro City Hotel in under 10 minutes. For those arriving by car, the hotel offers its own underground parking garage. The A5 and A8 motorways are approximately a 10-minute drive away, connecting Karlsruhe to surrounding cities such as Mannheim, Heidelberg, and Stuttgart in 45-60 minutes.

From breakfast to after-work drinks – all under one roof

Start your day at The Q - Quadro City Hotel in Karlsruhe with a varied breakfast buffet in a cozy atmosphere - on weekends with a late riser option until 11 am.

The restaurant “PLAZA Kitchen” welcomes you for dinner from 6 pm to 10 pm, Monday to Saturday. Here, regional cuisine meets Mediterranean highlights - discover our menu.

The modern hotel bar awaits you from 5 pm to 11 pm (closed on Sundays) with a cozy lounge atmosphere and delicious drinks and snacks.

Relaxing overnight stays – active relaxation in Karlsruhe

For relaxation after an eventful day in Karlsruhe, The Q - Quadro City Hotel offers quiet rooms in the city center. The green districts are also within easy reach. How about a jog through the city park or a stroll through the palace gardens?

The Rhine River and its surrounding nature reserves are about 6-8 kilometers away. In summer, the Rappenwört Rhine beach is a popular destination for swimming and relaxation.

Directions and Parking

Thanks to its central location in the heart of the city, the hotel entrance is only about 7 minutes from the A5 motorway (Karlsruhe-Mitte exit) or 10-12 minutes from the A8 motorway (Karlsruhe-Durlach exit). For guests arriving by car, the hotel offers an underground parking garage with paid parking spaces – conveniently and directly accessible via Rüppurrer Straße.

You can reach the hotel by public transport via the Mendelssohnplatz and Rüppurrer Tor stops, which are right outside the door. From here you can reach Karlsruhe Central Station, the city center or the Baden State Theatre in just a few minutes.

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Rüppurrer Straße 2, 76137 Karlsruhe+49 721 37170karlsruhe3@plazahotels.deReservations: reservierung3@karlsruhe.plazahotels.deCheck-in ab 15:00 · Check-out bis 11:00

Rooms & rates

Business twin room
22 m² · 1–2 guests

The 22 m² Business twin rooms offer flexible accommodation options for your business trip. They are equipped with two separate beds (each 100 x 200 cm), ironing facilities, a flat-screen TV and a desk. The private bathroom has a bathtub. Some rooms also feature a minibar that you can fill yourself.

Cable televisionMake-up mirrorReading lights
Free cancellation until 19/09/2026
from75 €per night incl. VAT
Payment methods
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Facilities & services

Hotel elevator
Lobby
Luggage compartment
Hotel safe
Shoe cleaning machine
Laundry service
Family-friendly
Restaurant
Paid parking
Accessibility

Event & conference centre

Your event in Karlsruhe city center

Centrally located between the main train station and the city center, The Q - Quadro City Hotel offers 7 meeting rooms with diverse possibilities for your event in Karlsruhe. Highlights of the event area include a small roof terrace and a large terrace. The hotel's own restaurant "PLAZA Kitchen" and the cozy hotel bar complete your business stay.

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Our conference rooms

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Packages at this hotel

🐾Animal fun in Karlsruheab 214 €
🐾Animal fun in Karlsruhe

The Q - Quadro City Hotel Enjoy a relaxing break with a special treat: one or two nights’ accommodation including breakfast and entry to…

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23.09.2026 – 24.09.2026
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💧 Karlsruhe Bathing Experience Packageab 233 €
💧 Karlsruhe Bathing Experience Package

The Q - Quadro City Hotel Enjoy a relaxing break with a special treat: one or two nights’ accommodation including breakfast and entry to…

Angebotszeitraum
23.09.2026 – 24.09.2026
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Location & surroundings

Discover Karlsruhe: Culture, shopping & green oases right on your doorstep

The area surrounding The Q - Quadro City Hotel Karlsruhe invites exploration: Just a 15-minute walk from Karlsruhe Palace, you can also easily reach the expansive palace gardens, the Baden State Museum, and the creative Center for Art and Media (ZKM). Fancy a stroll through the city? Kaiserstraße beckons with shops, cafés, and boutiques, while Europaplatz offers a relaxed atmosphere perfect for unwinding. Whether it's an evening at the State Theatre, a visit to the art gallery, or simply a leisurely walk through the charming streets of the southern part of the city – Karlsruhe reveals itself as diverse, welcoming, and surprisingly vibrant.

Nature lovers will find plenty of opportunities to relax near the hotel: from the city park to the Oberwald forest, green spaces for jogging and walks are within easy reach. The Rhine River is also only about a 20-minute drive away – ideal for a trip to the water or a short bike ride.

Square of Fundamental Rights
Square of Fundamental Rights

The "Square of Fundamental Rights," created in 2005, is located between the circular square and the castle square in the pedestrian zone between the market square and the castle. Here you will find 24 double-sided street signs addressing the topics of right and wrong – with statements from judges, lawyers, and citizens who have come into conflict with the law.

Auto: 1 Min. · 1 kmFahrrad: 3 Min. · 1 kmFuß: 11 Min. · 1 km
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Natural History Museum Karlsruhe
Natural History Museum Karlsruhe

The Karlsruhe Natural History Museum is an experience for visitors of all ages. Its permanent collections and vivarium showcase native and exotic animals and plants in lifelike displays.

Auto: 1 Min. · 1 kmFahrrad: 3 Min. · 1 kmFuß: 11 Min. · 1 km
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Karlsruhe Palace
Karlsruhe Palace

Karlsruhe Palace was built from 1715 onwards in the Baroque style as the residence of Margrave Karl Wilhelm of Baden-Durlach. It served as the residence of the Margraves and Grand Dukes of Baden until 1918. Today, the building houses the Baden State Museum and part of the Federal Constitutional Court. Here you can experience a cultural institution in the heart of Karlsruhe, the "fan-shaped city," on the edge of the Hardt Forest.

Auto: 1 Min. · 1 kmFahrrad: 4 Min. · 1 kmFuß: 16 Min. · 1 km
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Karlsruhe Botanical Garden
Karlsruhe Botanical Garden

A profusion of blossoms year-round: The Botanical Garden was established in the 19th century as a green oasis for margraves and grand dukes on the edge of Karlsruhe's palace gardens. Today, the Botanical Garden, located in the heart of the city, is a recreational area for tourists and locals alike. Here, you can combine your walk in nature with the exhibition in the gatehouse to learn more about its history.

Auto: 1 Min. · 1 kmFahrrad: 5 Min. · 1 kmFuß: 18 Min. · 1 km
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Frequently asked questions about the hotel

Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00.