My friend and I traveled to Scandinavia from the US and spent several days at the Perminalen Hotel…read morein downtown Oslo. We found it to be very affordable: For $117/night, we shared a 2-bed room with our own bathroom and a full complementary breakfast offered in the cafeteria on the first floor. This may sound a lot more expensive than you're used to, but Oslo is not a cheap town. With the private accommodation and breakfast- we found this to be a fantastic option. The hotel is located in the heart of the downtown so it is easy to get to from the central station and other main lines. There are a lot of restaurants and shops close by on Karl Johans gate (the main street- mostly expensive or touristy shit, but lots of stuff to see and do) and the place is a short walk to the waterfront. All in all- we had a great stay and really enjoyed the cleanliness, professionalism, and quality of our accommodations. We definitely recommend a stay if you're looking for an easy place to crash in one of the most expensive (and beautiful!) cities in the world.

Pretty good hotel in Frogner district, Oslo. Pensionat means 'boarding house' which is one step…read moreabove a hostel in NOR. Felt like an older hotel with some recent updated private rooms, including heated floors in the half bath. Bed was uncomfortable though, but for one night it should suffice for most people. No food in hotel but they give 20% discount downstairs. Walking distance to shops and restaurants in the area, and everything else via public transit stops. The worst thing is no parking whatsoever, so if you're bringing a car (semi required in NOR, but not Oslo, be prepared to pay through the nose) . Every parking in the city is paid, and the going rate is $30 US per day. Free wifi and $1 for coffee. No TV in the room. But overall it was a pretty decent stay.

I thought this place would be good to visit after reading many good reviews. Well, I was…read moredisappointed. Wish I kept booking the same hotel in my first week there. This place is more like a hostel, basic without shampoo, shower gel, etc.; hot shower; room was a bit cold (not well heated); location is at the edge of the city center, a bit far, but close to National Theatre and Royal Palace; does have lots of coffee houses/cafes, restaurants and shops nearby; noisy at night on the street with trollies and people. Staff seemed cold, they help you, but didn't look happy. The room is spacious with a simple kitchen. The building still maintains its original floor and stairways, nice! They also have a luggage storage room for you to leave your luggages which is convenient. For the price I paid, I feel it's not a good value.

My wife and I love this hotel! The staff was super friendly accommodating and the rooms were clean…read moreand comfortable. We hated to leave and hope someday we can come back!

My wife and stayed at the Soria Moria hotel and conference center for one weekend prior to a…read morebusiness trip in Oslo. The reviews seemed okay but there didn't seem to be a lot of information on it. But the price was very good and it seemed well-liked by past customers, so we booked it. This hotel gets 5 stars from us for these reasons: - Beautiful scenery around the hotel. Perfect for hiking and enjoying winter scenery. And the top of Oslo, with breathtaking panoramic views of Oslo. - spacious hotel without feeling like a hotel franchise. It's almost felt like a bed and breakfast. Extremely quiet rooms. - friendly, helpful staff - great (and free) breakfast buffet with hot and cold foods including bacon, eggs, seafood, fruits, cereals and a tasty selection of homemade breads. - very well kept grounds. Spotless and looks newly-renovated. Gorgeous indoor infinity edge swimming pool with saunas and a workout room. - just up the hill from the ski jump. Lots of skiers, sledding, and other winter sporting around. Take the elevator up the ski jump for about $15 US for a great vantage point. Go at sunset for some terrific photos. - Taxi from the airport was about $110 US at the time we went. We will most definitely stay here again when I return.

The Thief is the best hotel in Oslo, with the best people (Thank you Juliane!)…read more I visited Norway and Finland this winter for a Northern Lights tour. Before we headed far north, we stayed a few nights at The Thief in Oslo. Our experience here was so amazing it almost beat out the northern lights! the property is stylish and artsy, our room was GORGEOUS with stunning views, every detail was perfect. The staff was friendly and attentive, from the bartenders to the dining staff. But Juliane, the hospitality manager, really stands out! She was so kind, warm, and sweet. Not only did she give us a guide to the beautiful city, but she also managed to get us a last-minute reservation at an excellent restaurant nearby that originally had no availability. I've stayed in hotels around the world... Do not miss the Thief, it's one of the best stays ever. Thank you so much to Juliane and the rest of the amazing staff here! I can't wait to come back!

Had a great stay at the Thief Hotel, great location, close to restaurants and the harbor, they had…read morea great breakfast buffet, fresh orange juice & smoked salmon Benedict for Breakfast mmm If I visit Oslo again I will definitely stay here again!