Karl Johan Hotel

4 stars
8.8
Very good
based on 5795 reviews
5,795 reviews
Karl Johans Gate 33, 0162 Oslo, Oslo, Norway
Karl Johans Gate 33, Oslo, Oslo
+47 2316 1700
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Mon 26/10
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Overview

Situated in Sentrum, this hotel is a short stroll from Oslo City Hall. It is set amongst a variety of dining options and is minutes on foot from Nationaltheatret Tram Station.

Karl Johan Hotell has recently been refurbished and provides a 24-hour reception, luggage storage and free Wi-Fi. In addition, the multilingual staff are on hand to offer local information. Conference rooms, limited hours room service and meeting rooms are also provided.

Karl Johan Hotell features rooms equipped with a mini bar, a flat-screen TV and a hair dryer. They all offer a desk, a telephone and a radio.

The hotel's restaurant serves breakfast, offering guests an easy dining experience close to their room. Packed lunches are provided for those heading off to discover the surrounding area.

Karl Johan Hotell is situated amongst the area's tourist attractions, nightlife and shops, and Akershus Castle is within walking distance. Aker Brygge, the Oslo Opera House and the Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art are each within walking distance.

8.8
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Amenities at Karl Johan Hotel

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Reviews of Karl Johan Hotel

8.8
Very good
5795 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
1200
Good
746
Okay
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Fair
184
Mediocre
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Poor
58

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Overall, guests were highly impressed with the hotel's central location, making it easy to explore the city on foot. The breakfast received outstanding praise for its variety and quality. Many guests highlighted the friendly and attentive service from the staff. Cleanliness was also noted positively by several reviewers. However, a recurring negative was the small room size, which some found cramped and difficult to navigate, especially with luggage. Despite this, the positives of location, breakfast, and service stood out strongly in the reviews.
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Location10 out of 10
Breakfast10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Room Size1.5 out of 10
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Craig, Aug 2018
Pros (+) Friendly helpful staff. Good location. Good brakfast
8.5
Very good
Philip, Jul 2017
Pros (+) A fine hotel with comfortable rooms. The location was perfect. The breakfast was very good for the level of hotel - a good range including local specialities if you want to try. Very helpful and frien...
Cons (-) The atmosphere was a bit close in the room and a supplied fan only helped a bit.
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Location

Karl Johans Gate 33, 0162 Oslo, Oslo

What's nearby

  • Stortingsbygningen130 yd
  • Karl Johans gate140 yd
  • Christiania Theatre169 yd
  • Nationaltheatret264 yd
  • Oslo rådhus371 yd
  • Oslo domkirke0.3 mi
  • Oslo City Centre0.3 mi
  • Akershus Fortress0.4 mi
  • Aker Brygge0.5 mi
  • Oslo Spektrum0.6 mi
  • Operahuset0.7 mi
  • Bislett Stadium0.8 mi

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Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Which month has the cheapest rates at Karl Johan Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at Karl Johan Hotel is February, with an average nightly rate of £159. The most expensive month is August at £303 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Karl Johan Hotel?

The cheapest day to book Karl Johan Hotel is Friday, with an average nightly rate of £143. The most expensive day is Saturday at £324 per night.

How far in advance should you book Karl Johan Hotel?

To get the best price at Karl Johan Hotel, book around 12 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 55% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Karl Johan Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Karl Johan Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Karl Johan Hotel, plan to stay on a Friday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Karl Johan Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £143, while the most expensive was £143.
  • How long should you stay at Karl Johan Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Karl Johan Hotel

  • Where is Karl Johan Hotel located?

    Karl Johan Hotel is located at Karl Johans Gate 33 in Sentrum, 0.5 miles from the centre of Oslo. Stortingsbygningen is the closest landmark to Karl Johan Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Karl Johan Hotel?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Karl Johan Hotel.

  • Does Karl Johan Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Karl Johan Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Karl Johan Hotel from the airport?

    Karl Johan Hotel is 23 miles from Oslo Gardermoen. Karl Johan Hotel is 53 miles from Oslo Sandefjord.

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8.4
0.5 mi
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23.0 mi

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