Oslo Hotel Guide - Luxury Hotels in Oslo, Akershus

"I' ve never a bad review before - I have worked in hospitality and retail for many years so I know how tough it is. This hotel benefits from an excellent location in the centre of Oslo. I also observed some brilliant service by some of the employees to other guests in the 'Host Office' - but that's where the good stuff ends. Check in was a disaster. The self serve machines eventually recognised my booking from my phone number (it rejected my passport and email). The machine told me my room wasn't ready and to see a 'Host'. The lady who 'helped' me on the desk looked at me like something she had trod in and was stuck to her shoe when I explained what was happening on the machine. 'ID' she barked. After swiping my passport and huffing abit, she put my passport on desk with two key cards and barked '316'. And that was it. No explanation of where to go, no confirmation of stay length,nothing about facilities - just '316'! As for room 316, if you like bare walls, lots of external noise, broken temperature controls, no safe, nothing to drink out of, mouldy bathroom ceiling,leaking shower,broken shower fittings - you will love this room. I expected minimal budget accomodation when I booked to stay - but cheap isn't always cheerful! I have cancelled forthcoming Citybox stays elsewhere not because of the room, but because of the behaviour of that one person in the 'Host Office' . Such a shame."

"Great location"

"From the moment I checked in until I left everything was excellent. Staff were super friendly and the room very well appointed (except those silly fridges… why can’t I have room to place things in the fridge). The one thing I would love to see is an exit from level 1 or is it 2 directly to the train station. Lugging luggage up that ramp was a struggle."

"This was a beautiful hotel and the staff were just as lovely. After train cancellations and a very late arrival the staff were so welcoming. The breakfast was very adequate and delicious. Location was great with walking distance to the Opera House and Munch museum. Would definitely stay here again."

"Nice welcome. Good location. Slightly outdated. "

"Very tiny room, and not the most comfortable bed. But like other reviews the construction is pretty loud and daily, wouldn’t recommend"

"Great hotel for exploring Oslo. BIG hotel (12 floors?) with a great staff. They have a fabulous buffet breakfast with several dining areas, the bed & bedding is excellnt, size of the room is good - and if you're lucky (or ask) one side of the hotel looks out over the river: beautiful! We stayed three different nights on our trip, would def stay again. One BIG plus: it is right on the tram line for the 12, 15, 18. That's super convenient: all three stop in front of the train station & on the hotel block, they go all over Oslo. Great brew pub across the street and river walks at your doorstep. Only small issue? WC is basic, shower stall a bit small for a 6'3" 250 lb man."

"Room was smaller than expected but overall it was a good stay and staff was friendly. "

"This was a great funky little hotel. The rooms were nicely designed and comfortable. Location was great, staff were lovely. "