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Karl Johan Hotel

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

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A modern hotel lobby with a marble staircase, a glass elevator, and a large floral arrangement.
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.
A modern indoor space with green upholstered chairs around a central table, a tree, and hanging light fixtures.
A modern restaurant interior with green upholstered booths, round tables, and chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 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 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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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
(115 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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
(27 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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
(35 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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
(104 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

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 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

  • RØØR
  • ‪Grand Café - ‬1 min walk
  • Olivia Eger
  • ‪Egon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Proud Mary Pub - ‬2 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

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 Aug 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karl Johan Hotel on Sept 13, 2026 start from CA $317, excluding 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 7.7 mi (23-min drive) from Hvervenbukta Beach and 9.5 mi (30-min drive) from Ingierstrand Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

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. 1917 out of 2641 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 546 out of 2641 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 2641 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 2641 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 2641 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, staff & breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, fabulous breakfast, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a great location Breakfast was excellent Staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast buffet was delicious and hotel in wonderful district with parks and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, great breakfast, awesome location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hsien Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location , stunning hotel with great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was fantastic, and the staff was very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Fantastic location, breakfast was great and fresh, room was a good size and friendly staff at front desk
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff…super helpful. Fantastic breakfast. Excellent location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clifton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, good location, great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff, room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a city visit. Staff were very accommodating and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Super central location & helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a great location. Buffet breakfast very good with plenty of options
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly staff, great location, very clean and well appointed room, and great breakfast buffet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was immaculate and staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel in a superb location. Everything was walkable with trams literally outside the door. Superb service and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

EDUARDO RENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Karl Johan hotel is simply outstanding—great accommodations, nice and friendly staff, and superb breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

NICHOLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing. The staff were very kind and helpful. Our room was so clean and quiet. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026