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Hotel Scandic Karl Johan

Scandic Karl Johan

Arbeidergt. 4, 0101 Oslo, Norway – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 1275 reviews)

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8.0
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1,275 reviews
  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    7.4

  • Value for money

    7.5

  • Location

    9.4

  • Total

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

Practical hotel room for a small price, nice bed and the breakfast buffet was very good. Staff is friendly and helpful. You won't find the hotel in the main street, its on a side street so make sure to double check your map because there are plenty hotels in the area.

Knut Norway

This hotel is exactly what it promised to be. Clean, well located, friendly, and an excellent value for the money. Think of it as a three star out of five hotel. If you want fancier, pay up!

Alan United States of America

Location is excellent; great choice for breakfast; lovely staff.

Andrada United Kingdom

Very good breakfast with many choices. The location was excellent and central to many Oslo attractions. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

Philip United States of America

The breakfast was amazing, as per other reviews (good options for vegetarians/vegans too). And the value for both room and breakfast is great for a city of high prices. Great location. Small room, but comfy bed. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Juan United States of America

Good pillows and very quiet. Staff were exceptional

Ls United States of America

Location was good. Breakfast was nice. Cool bars close by.

James United States of America

Breakfast was excellent. We left behind our cell phone at the hotel and Klara helped us with this problem. She saved our vacation because she made sure the cell phone was shipped to our hotel in Stockholm. THANKS KLARA!

Sandra United States of America

Location is excellent and the breakfast is more than what we expected. Very clean and worth every penny. Helpful front desk staff.

Suganthi Canada

Really good location, nice modern hotel with yummy breakfast, had a double bed not 2 pushed together

Michelle New Zealand

Excellent location!

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1,275 reviews
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  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Practical hotel room for a small price, nice bed and the breakfast buffet was very good. Staff is friendly and helpful.”
    Knut Knut Norway Norway
  • “This hotel is exactly what it promised to be. Clean, well located, friendly, and an excellent value for the money. Think of it as a three star out of five hotel. If you want fancier, pay up!”
    Alan Alan United States of America United States of America
  • “Location is excellent; great choice for breakfast; lovely staff.”
    Andrada Andrada United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Very good breakfast with many choices. The location was excellent and central to many Oslo attractions. The staff was very friendly and helpful.”
    Philip Philip United States of America United States of America
  • “The breakfast was amazing, as per other reviews (good options for vegetarians/vegans too). And the value for both room and breakfast is great for a city of high prices. Great location.”
    Juan Juan United States of America United States of America
  • “Good pillows and very quiet. Staff were exceptional”
    Ls Ls United States of America United States of America
  • “Location was good. Breakfast was nice. Cool bars close by.”
    James James United States of America United States of America
  • “Breakfast was excellent. We left behind our cell phone at the hotel and Klara helped us with this problem.”
    Sandra Sandra United States of America United States of America
  • “Location is excellent and the breakfast is more than what we expected. Very clean and worth every penny. Helpful front desk staff.”
    Suganthi Suganthi Canada Canada
  • “Really good location, nice modern hotel with yummy breakfast, had a double bed not 2 pushed together”
    Michelle Michelle New Zealand New Zealand

Stay in the heart of Oslo – Excellent location – show map

One of our best sellers in Oslo! Centrally, yet quietly set just a 1-minute walk from the main shopping street Karl Johans Gate, this hotel is 0.6 mi from Oslo Central Station. It offers free WiFi, along with modern rooms that have LED TVs with USB connectivity.

Decorated in bright colors, all rooms at Scandic Karl Johan include a safety deposit box and smart, under-bed storage.

An organic, breakfast buffet is served daily. There is also a small shop onsite, as well as a lounge bar and bicycle rental.

Area attractions include the Royal Palace which is 2,300 feet away, while Aker Brygge and Akershus Fortress are within 10 minutes' walk.

This is our guests' favorite part of Oslo, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
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Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Elevator
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뀐 Located in the heart of Oslo, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

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  • Knut Norway

    “Practical hotel room for a small price, nice bed and the breakfast buffet was very good. Staff is friendly and helpful. You won't find the hotel in the main street, its on a side street so make sure to double check your map because there are plenty hotels in the area.” Read more

  • Alan United States of America

    “This hotel is exactly what it promised to be. Clean, well located, friendly, and an excellent value for the money. Think of it as a three star out of five hotel. If you want fancier, pay up!”

  • Andrada United Kingdom

    “Location is excellent; great choice for breakfast; lovely staff. ”

  • Philip United States of America

    “Very good breakfast with many choices. The location was excellent and central to many Oslo attractions. The staff was very friendly and helpful.”

  • Juan United States of America

    “The breakfast was amazing, as per other reviews (good options for vegetarians/vegans too). And the value for both room and breakfast is great for a city of high prices. Great location. Small room, but comfy bed. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.”

  • Ls United States of America

    “Good pillows and very quiet. Staff were exceptional”

  • James United States of America

    “Location was good. Breakfast was nice. Cool bars close by.”

  • Sandra United States of America

    “Breakfast was excellent. We left behind our cell phone at the hotel and Klara helped us with this problem. She saved our vacation because she made sure the cell phone was shipped to our hotel in Stockholm. THANKS KLARA!”

  • Suganthi Canada

    “Location is excellent and the breakfast is more than what we expected. Very clean and worth every penny. Helpful front desk staff.”

  • Michelle New Zealand

    “Really good location, nice modern hotel with yummy breakfast, had a double bed not 2 pushed together”

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  • Is there somewhere in the rooms where you can lock away personal property? For example, a safe? Thanks

    Dear guest :) We have a safe in all our rooms.


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  • Do you allow check in as early as 11:30 am?

    Sorry for the late reply! If we have rooms available, it is possible to check in early. (150 NOK for early check in).


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  • Hi There, do you provide towels or would we have to bring our own? Thanks!

    Hi, we do provide towels to our guests. :) Welcome to us! Regards, Team Karl Johan


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  • Is there somewhere in the rooms where you can lock away personal property? For example, a safe? Thanks

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    Sorry for the late reply! If we have rooms available, it is possible to check in early. (150 NOK for early check in).


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  • Hi There, do you provide towels or would we have to bring our own? Thanks!

    Hi, we do provide towels to our guests. :) Welcome to us! Regards, Team Karl Johan


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Scandic Karl Johan gives you a hotel experience with best location in Oslo and is suitable for both business trips and city vacations. Our hotel and rooms are filled with high quality and smart details such as free wifi, USB power outlets and fast online check in.

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Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Oslo Parliament
    0.1 miles
  • Norwegian Theatre
    0.1 miles
  • Karl Johans Gate
    0.1 miles
  • National Theater
    0.2 miles
  • Oslo Cathedral
    0.2 miles
  • Historic Museum
    0.3 miles
  • Christiania Torv Square
    0.3 miles
  • Oslo City Hall
    0.3 miles
  • Chat Noir
    0.3 miles
  • Film & Kino
    0.4 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar Nord
    0 miles
Top attractions
  • Rockefeller Music Hall
    0.4 miles
  • Oslo Central Station
    0.4 miles
  • The Royal Palace Park
    0.5 miles
  • The Royal Palace
    0.5 miles
  • Oslo Spektrum Music Arena
    0.5 miles
  • Aker Brygge
    0.6 miles
  • Norwegian National Opera & Ballet
    0.6 miles
  • Akershus Fortress
    0.6 miles
  • Frogner Park
    1.5 miles
  • Sognsvann Lake
    4.2 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Ocean/Sea Oslo Fjorden
    0.3 miles
Closest Airports
  • Oslo Airport
    23 miles
  • "Sandefjord Airport, Torp"
    53 miles
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Amenities of Scandic Karl Johan

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Free WiFi
Pet friendly
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Elevator
Bar
Pets
  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Food & Drink
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    No parking available.

Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Kids' TV channels
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Safe
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • Danish
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Estonian
  • Italian
  • Norwegian
  • Portuguese
  • Russian

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From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Scandic Karl Johan

  • Check-in at Scandic Karl Johan is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The prices at Scandic Karl Johan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Scandic Karl Johan by:

    • Train 30min

  • Room options at Scandic Karl Johan include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double

  • Scandic Karl Johan is 500 feet from the center of Oslo.

  • Guests staying at Scandic Karl Johan can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Gluten-free

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