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Karl Johan Hotel

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

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Lobby
Exterior
Superior Double Room
Exterior
Restaurant

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$314
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July

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Map
Karl Johans gate 33, Oslo, 162
  • Aker Brygge
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Oslo Spektrum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Oslo Opera House
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Oslo (OSL-Gardermoen)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite with Landmark View

Junior Suite with Landmark View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 40 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
(36 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Double Room with View

Superior Double Room with View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(90 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Double Room for Disabled

Superior Double Room for Disabled

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Cosy Small Room

Cosy Small Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Heated bathroom floor
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Heated bathroom floor
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room - Back of house

Standard Double Room - Back of house

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Heated bathroom floor
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 53 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Heated bathroom floor
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double 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 eco-friendly 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

  • Royal Palace - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Aker Brygge - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Oslo Spektrum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Oslo Opera House - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • MUNCH Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Åpent Bakeri Paleet - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Egon Karl Johan - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Andy's Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Peppes Pizza - ‬2 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 eco-certified 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. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. 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.

Languages

English, Filipino, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian

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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.
  • 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

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • 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
  • 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 8 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karl Johan Hotel on 9 July 2025 start from AU$313.86, 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 Bygdøy sjøbad (4 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. 1555 out of 2153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 462 out of 2153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 2153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 2153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 2153 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

8/10 Good

Geoff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really rated the location however our room was a little noisy… we did have a large room facing the street. Properly itself was lovely, big rooms, huge bathroom., great view and spaces to sit. Dining and access to was great! Staff could be a little friendlier and especially on check in. Cleaning staff missed towels a couple of times etc but appreciate everyone is trying! It’s summer!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Fabulous breakfast! Friendly staff and lovely room. Great location ! The only issue was loud music from outside of hotel. We had a room on the street. Perhaps it would have been quieter away from the front.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert Kenneth McLaren, Wickford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Karl Johan Hotel is very conveniently located in central Oslo. The team at Karl Johan were fantastic. The hotel was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was also very nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel with incredible staff! Great breakfast. Most comfortable. Incredible location for touring Oslo!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabiola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. I arrived in the morning and the staff over there was able to check me in early and I also had an early flight out. They were able to put breakfast on the side for me. I really appreciated that.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very elegant accommodations in the heart of Oslo. Hotel had an excellent breakfast brunch included with the room cost.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Small rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Fabulous

A great stay...excellent location. Lovely and clean and attention to detail. The breakfast was fabulous..lots of choice for all diets. The staff were really nice, friendly and professional. The beds were comfy too and great showers. The only thing i didnt especially like was the dark painted room! But maybe as i chose a quiet back room it felt dark. Though the sun came through in the mirnings!,
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very small rooms. Bathroom is ridiculously small. Imposiible to wash your hands. The sink is miniscule
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Business traveller
Great breakfast, solid gym, friendly staff. Close to the main shopping areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiorella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the main attractions. Walking distance to many of the most important places. Small room but very cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhushan

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

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small room but very clean and comfortable. Great location and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel right in the heart of Oslo! Close to food and shopping and right near multiple public transit stops. The room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Breakfast buffet was phenomenal with a ton of options. Highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

LAURA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel could not be better!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Priya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice and helpful staff. Pleasant ambiance. The room was small and I had to tuck my elbows in to brush my teeth. Great shower once I figured it out.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025