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Karl Johan Hotel

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Restaurant
Superior Double Room
Lobby
Exterior
Junior Suite with Landmark View

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$266
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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Karl Johans gate 33, Oslo, 162
  • Place, Karl Johan Gate
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Norwegian Parliament
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Aker Brygge
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oslo (OSL-Gardermoen)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite with Landmark View

Junior Suite with Landmark View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room with View

Superior Double Room with View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Quadruple Room

Premium Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room for Disabled

Superior Double Room for Disabled

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(102 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room - Back of house

Standard Double Room - Back of house

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(89 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cosy Small Room

Cosy Small Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Loft

Standard Double Loft

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Double Loft

Premium Double Loft

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Oslo

Karl Johan Hotel places you steps from Norwegian Parliament and within a 10-minute stroll of Jernbanetorget. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff and luggage storage. Free buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Oslo City Centre hotel include Royal Palace and Oslo Spektrum.

What's nearby

  • Karl Johan Gate - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • National Theater - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Norwegian Parliament - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Palace - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Aker Brygge - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Stortinget Tram Station - 3 min walk
  • Nationaltheatret Station - 7 min walk
  • Gardermoen Airport (OSL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Egon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Åpent Bakeri Paleet - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Andy's Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Peppes Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Karl Johan Hotel

Art Deco hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness centre, multilingual staff, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at the business-friendly Karl Johan Hotel. A complete renovation of Karl Johan Hotel was completed in June 2020.

This 4-star Oslo hotel is smoke free.

  • 157 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1899
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Karl Johan Hotel offers 157 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 42-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (80 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1899
  • Renovated entire property - June 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NOK 100

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Karl Johan Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 250.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: NOK 100 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NOK 250.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Karl Johan
Karl Johan Hotel
Norlandia Karl Johan Hotell Oslo
Karl Johan Hotell Hotel Oslo
Karl Johan Hotell Hotel
Karl Johan Hotell Oslo
Norlandia Karl Johan Hotell Oslo
Karl Johan Hotell
Karl Johan Hotel Oslo
Karl Johan Hotel Hotel
Karl Johan Hotel Hotel Oslo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Karl Johan Hotel?

Karl Johan Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Karl Johan Hotel?

As of 19 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karl Johan Hotel on 30 Nov 2025 start from AU$265.53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Karl Johan Hotel?

The closest beach to Karl Johan Hotel is Whale Beach (16.1 km).

Does Karl Johan Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, guests highly rate the free buffet brekkie here! Offered on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Karl Johan Hotel?

No, Karl Johan Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Karl Johan Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Karl Johan Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Karl Johan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1715 out of 2370 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 510 out of 2370 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 2370 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 2370 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 2370 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great location. The highlight of our Scandinavian trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel at a convenient location in the heart of Oslo. Comfortable room, awesome frukost, friendly staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnathon

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Location fantastic!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent, central location. Friendly staff and very comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

hongyi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The sofa bed is very loud, but in general, it’s a pleasant stay with them. We (two adults and two children) love the breakfast offering. The location is wonderful as well. It's super convenient to everything around, and it's easy to get to the National Theatre and take the Flytoget to the airport (vice versa).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emmy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

View of a wall

Our stay would’ve been perfect… the room was very clean, well kept, and comfortable but the issue was the view, or lack thereof. The windows looked out to a building within 5 meters from our window, so it made us feel a bit claustrophobic. Otherwise, great location, amenities (skandinavisk skog), and breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property. Would highly recommend. Fabulous location. Beautiful building inside and out. Wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem Hotel in Heart of Oslo

Very well located inverter of Oslo, the lovely old hotel that has been updated with many amenities. Hemming buffet is terrific. The front desk staff were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was a 10/10 in food quality and beautiful breakfast room. Bed comfort was good and bathroom was luxurious with enough counter space. Shower was a bit on the tiny side, but still workable. The location of hotel was prime.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was so perfectly located. You can walk to many attractions and shopping on Karl Johan Gate. The hotel itself is lovely, clean, with a very friendly staff. The included breakfast was wonderful. The selection was much more than I ever expected. Truly delicious! I would definitely stay at The Karl Johan again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the most wonderful and perfect stay. The staff went above and beyond ensuring I was comfortable in my room. Due to the ventilation system, my room was uncomfortably cold. With limited room availabilities due to being at full capability, the staff provided 2 small heaters and checked in daily to ensure I was comfortable. The location is easy 10-15 min walking distance to majority of museums, shopping, and attractions. It is also in a very safe location. There is city noises and rooms are a bit small, but this is what to expect from all nearby hotels...some worse. I highly recommend getting the Oslo pass for free entry to the museums and tea time at the Hotel Bistrol. Lastly, I have to say the breakfast choices are incredible.
View from my room
Front of the hotel
Street view
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

KIM

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a beautiful location within walking distance to all the sights. Comfortable beds and lovely toiletries in the bathroom. Breakfast in superb with a wide range to choose from and very well presented and cooked. The hotel interior seems very gloomy and the dark grey walls, carpets, curtains and net curtains made our room seem much darker than it looked on Expedia which was a little disappointing but we didn't really spend that much time in it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Halva

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location in the middle of everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

AC/DC Concert

Very good, no concerns.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and a lovely stay. Appreciate the good coffee and tea in the rooms and the breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim, Baton Rouge

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a beautiful hotel in a great location in Oslo. The staff are amazing and our room is comfy, large, quiet, and has a great view.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025