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Karl Johan Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star Art Deco hotel near Norwegian Parliament

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A historic building with a central entrance, large windows, and a symmetrical facade.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.
A modern restaurant interior with green upholstered booths, round tables, and chairs.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble staircase, a glass elevator, and a large floral arrangement.
A modern indoor space with green upholstered chairs around a central table, a tree, and hanging light fixtures.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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 bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window providing natural light and a view of the outside.

Junior Suite with Landmark View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room with View

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a seating area with chairs, and a round mirror.

Superior Double Room with View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Quadruple Room

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, and a desk area.

Premium Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Mobility Accessible

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a round mirror, a small table, and a view of the city.

Superior Double Room, Mobility Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 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 round mirror, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(119 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 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 small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A modern hotel room with a skylight, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room - Back of house

A hotel room with a large bed, a round mirror, a yellow armchair, a small table, and a view of buildings through the window.

Standard Double Room - Back of house

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

View all photos for Cosy Small Room

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a round mirror, and a window with a view of buildings.

Cosy Small Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a round mirror, a small table, and a view of the city.

Family Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a seating area featuring a glass-top coffee table, two blue velvet armchairs, a dark-colored sofa, a side table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Loft

A modern hotel room with a skylight, a bed with white linens, a desk with a lamp, and a bench.

Standard Double Loft

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

View all photos for Premium Double Loft

A modern hotel room with a skylight, a bed, two armchairs, and a round table.

Premium Double Loft

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

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About the neighborhood

Oslo

Oslo City Centre stay.You'll be steps from Norwegian Parliament and within a 10-minute walk of Jernbanetorget with a stay at this Oslo City Centre hotel. Also, Royal Palace is within half a mile (1 km) and Aker Brygge is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Karl Johan Gate - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Norwegian Parliament - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oslo City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Royal Palace - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Aker Brygge - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

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

4-star Art Deco hotel near Norwegian Parliament
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness center, 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
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1899
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Karl Johan Hotel offers 157 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 42-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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

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
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. 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 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 each 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

How close is Karl Johan Hotel to the airport?

Karl Johan Hotel is 32.4 mi (46-min drive) away from the Gardermoen Airport (OSL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karl Johan Hotel on Nov 1, 2026 start from $239, 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.

Does Karl Johan Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Karl Johan Hotel.

How close is Karl Johan Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 12.9 mi (29-min drive) from Whale Beach.

Does Karl Johan Hotel offer free breakfast?

Karl Johan Hotel offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Karl Johan Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Karl Johan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Karl Johan Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Karl Johan Hotel have a pool?

Karl Johan Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Karl Johan Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Karl Johan Hotel to downtown Oslo?

Karl Johan Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Oslo.

Karl Johan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1923 out of 2659 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 551 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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

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The staff was outstanding.. beautiful breakfast and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best property for location & breakfast . I would Definetly stay again Staff super friendly !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and value for the price
Stayed 1 night 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

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This is my fourth stay here, and I will continue to come here when I am in Oslo! Great location and great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night 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

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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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The room was spacious, the location was great! The room was not 100% clean when we got it, but it was taken care of by the staff very quickly. The staff was very friendly, the breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Hotel in the City Centere of Oslo. 10 minute walk from Oslo Central Station. We found a lovely place to eat just down the road. All in all, it was a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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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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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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

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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