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Karl Johan Hotel

Property class: 4

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A modern hotel lobby with a marble staircase, a glass elevator, and a large floral arrangement.
A modern restaurant interior with green upholstered booths, round tables, and chairs.
A modern indoor space with green upholstered chairs around a central table, a tree, and hanging light fixtures.
A hotel entrance with a sign, a glass door, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a round table, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$358
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct

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)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite with Landmark View

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Junior Suite with Landmark View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room with View

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

Superior Double Room with View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Quadruple Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, a small table, and a large window offering a view of trees.

Premium Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Mobility Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, Mobility Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

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

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(119 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

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

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a coffee maker, and a view of a building outside.

Standard Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room - Back of house

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

Standard Double Room - Back of house

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(106 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Cosy Small Room

A hotel room with a double bed, a round wall clock, a small table, a yellow armchair, and a window with curtains.

Cosy Small Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a wooden desk, and a wardrobe.

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

Family Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

A modern hotel room with a round table, two blue armchairs, a dining area with a chandelier, and a large window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Loft

A modern bedroom with a skylight, a bed, a desk, and two chairs.

Standard Double Loft

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Loft

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a round mirror, a small table, and two orange armchairs.

Premium Double Loft

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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 Aker Brygge.

What's nearby

  • Karl Johan Gate - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Norwegian Parliament - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oslo City Hall - 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) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Egon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Proud Mary Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kaffebrenneriet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bohemen Sportspub - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Karl Johan Hotel

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.

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.

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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
  • Smoking not allowed

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: 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 16 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karl Johan Hotel on 25 Oct 2026 start from AU$358, 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 4:00 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. 1926 out of 2659 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 548 out of 2659 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 2659 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 2659 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 2659 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Excellent location and a well designed, comfortable hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location close to all major city attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location combined with a fab breakfast. The perfect city centre hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

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Excellent central location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel woth an amazing breakfast, very helpful staff and comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable beds and lovely breakfast. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful …..a special thanks to Amina for organising an early check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful location and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best hotel breakfast ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel! Would stay again here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean but snug rooms, just what is needed for city stay. Lovely staff and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a fantastic stay here. The room was clean, air conditioned and the bed/pillows were super comfortable. All staff were professional, helpful and welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a great one night stay. The room was clean, the beds comfortable and the air conditioning worked perfectly. The breakfast was delicious, with lots of variety.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the hotel is excellent. Easy access to many attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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great location good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place, cool armosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful breakfast! Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean, well located, nice staff, hreat breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was amazing. The hotel is very clean and comfortable. It is old but has been modernized in a good way. The location is the best in central Oslo.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, staff & breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very courteous. The bresckfast was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great and the hotel very clean. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was so comfortable and cozy. They were very accommodating adding a second room for our young adult children. We all especially enjoyed the breakfast and all the healthy options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly, the bed was soft and comfortable, and breakfast was delicious with many options.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026