Karl Johan Hotel - Oslo

$$$$||View on mapOslo, NorwayKarl Johans Gate 33, Oslo, Norway, 0162|
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Karl Johan Hotel - Oslo
Karl Johans Gate 33, Oslo, Norway, 0162·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.7
Comfort9.2
Free WiFi9.1
Staff9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Who stays here
Couples47%
Families23%
Solo17%
Groups13%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.7
Comfort9.2
Free WiFi9.1
Staff9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Who stays here
Couples47%
Families23%
Solo17%
Groups13%

Central Oslo hotel on Karl Johans gate with Green Key certification and a renowned breakfast buffet

Location & Accessibility

Karl Johan Hotel sits directly on Karl Johans gate, Oslo's main pedestrian street. The Royal Palace is a 5-minute walk to the west, and the National Theater train station is 2 minutes away. Aker Brygge waterfront with restaurants and shops is a 10-minute stroll from the hotel.

Rooms & Building

Best Western Karl Johan Hotel occupies three historic buildings, each offering different room styles, including the Berlin Baroque architecture of the original structure. Room categories include Standard Double, Superior Double with disability access, Premium Quadruple, and Standard Single, some with courtyard views for quiet. All rooms are non-smoking, and the property has facilities for disabled guests, including raised toilets and grab rails.

Dining

The complimentary breakfast, served under a glass ceiling in Restaurant Ekman, is frequently cited by guests as one of Oslo's best, with local products and a wide selection. The hotel offers free coffee and pastries each afternoon in the lobby for all guests. Karl Johan Hotell Oslo has no on-site restaurant for lunch or dinner, but the central location places numerous eateries steps away.

Amenities & Sustainability

Best Western Karl Johan Oslo Norway holds a Green Key certification, confirming its commitment to sustainable operations. The fitness center is open 24 hours and includes modern equipment like treadmills and weights. Luggage storage, daily housekeeping, and a 24-hour front desk are available for convenience.

Business & Family

Karl Johan Hotel has on-site meeting rooms for corporate events and gatherings, equipped with modern audiovisual technology. Families can stay in rooms like the Premium Quadruple, which accommodates up to four guests. The loyalty program offers returning guests complimentary drinks and special offers on future stays.

  • Location: On Oslo's main street, 5 min from Royal Palace
  • Rooms: 3 historic buildings with Berlin Baroque architecture
  • Dining: Breakfast under glass ceiling at Restaurant Ekman
  • Sustainability: Green Key certified
  • Amenities: Fitness center open 24/7
  • Business: Modern meeting rooms available
  • Family: Premium Quadruple rooms for families
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:30
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A american breakfast is served and charges are applicable. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Norwegian, Polish, Russian, Armenian, Lithuanian, Tagalog / Filipino, Yoruba
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:163
Former name
Norlandia
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Rooms and availability

Queen Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed1 King Size Bed
Economy Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Standard Loft
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed1 Queen Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Welcome drink

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Room view

  • City view
  • Courtyard view
  • With view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Karl Johan Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 318 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 32.6 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Oslo, OSL

Location

Karl Johans Gate 33, Oslo, Norway, 0162
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Karl Johans Gate 33, Oslo, Norway, 0162
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Karl Johans Gate 33, Oslo, Norway, 0162
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Gallery
The National Museum
100 yd
Public Building
Oslo City Hall
100 yd
Church
Oslo Cathedral
100 yd
Public Building
Storting building
100 yd
Broadway Theatre
National Theater
100 yd
Karl Johans Gate
Karl Johans Gate
100 yd
Rosenkrantz' gate 10
Oslo Nye Teater
100 yd
Broadway Theatre
Norwegian Theatre
100 yd
Broadway Theatre
Chat Noir
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United Bakeries
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Christiania
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Pizza Crudo
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The Room Cafe
100 yd
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Public
100 yd

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