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About the Hotel

Arbeidergata 4, Oslo, Norway, 0159

Rooms & Amenities

Scandic Karl Johan offers minimalist rooms with wooden floors and windows that open. All rooms include free WiFi, USB power outlets, LED TVs with USB connectivity, and under-bed storage. Superior rooms (16-18 m²) feature seating areas, while Family rooms (18-20 m²) accommodate up to 4 with a convertible sofa bed. Bathrooms have rain showers and hairdryers.

Dining & Shops

The hotel serves a breakfast buffet with organic options, seasonal fruits, and Fairtrade coffee. The 24-hour lobby shop sells snacks, drinks, and essentials like toothbrushes. The barception (bar + reception) offers beverages and light bites.

Location & Transport

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Stortorvet Tram and 900 meters from Oslo Central Station. Nearby landmarks include the Storting building (300 meters), National Museum (300 meters), and Royal Palace (1 km).

Accessibility & Services

Scandic Karl Johan has wheelchair-accessible rooms, hearing loops at reception, and allergy-friendly rooms with synthetic bedding. The entrance, lifts, and public areas are wheelchair-accessible. Staff are trained to assist guests with disabilities. Pets are allowed, and kids under 12 stay free.

Extras & Perks

Guests can rent bicycles or use the gym at Scandic St Olavsplass for free. The loyalty program, Scandic Friends, offers reward nights across Nordic hotels. Free WiFi is available throughout, with no login codes required.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Family Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

10 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Oslo700 m

Airports

Oslo (OSL) 51.0 km

Moss Rygge (RYG) 72.3 km

Train

Oslo Central Station800 m

Underground

Stortinget200 m

Nationaltheatret Metro Station600 m

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Arbeidergata 4, Oslo, Norway, 0159

Map view

Arbeidergata 4, Oslo, Norway, 0159

City landmarks

Castle

Akershus Castle and Fortress

850 m

Museum

Nobel Peace Center

770 m

Theatre

Oslo Opera House

1.4 km

Museum

Viking Ship Museum

3.3 km

Gallery

Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art

1.5 km

Museum

Norway's Resistance Museum

910 m

Landmark

The Royal Palace

900 m

Landmark

Contemporary architecture

1.4 km

Museum

Vigeland Museum

2.5 km

Park

Palace Park

1.0 km

Landmark

Tjuvholmen

1.5 km

Museum

The Ibsen Museum

900 m

Landmark

The Vigeland Park

2.5 km

Museum

Munch Museum

2.3 km

Stadium

Oslo Spektrum

930 m

Museum

The Fram Museum

2.6 km

Park

The University's Botanical Garden

2.3 km

Mall

Ostbanehallen

790 m

Zoo

Oslo Reptile Park

610 m

Gallery

The Mini Bottle Gallery AS

710 m

Park

St. Hanshaugen

1.2 km

Landmark

Oslo Stock Exchange

730 m

Gallery

Kunstnernes Hus

900 m

Museum

Armed Forces Museum

1.3 km

Nearby

Gallery

National Museum

290 m

Public Building

Oslo City Hall

570 m

Church

Oslo Cathedral

400 m

Public Building

Storting building

140 m

Karl Johans Gate

Karl Johans gate

140 m

Theatre

Nationaltheatret

180 m

Restaurants

Malik's Original Bistro

90 m

Kristian Iv's gate 1

Deli de Luca

170 m

Karl Johans gate 3

Pink Fish Grensen

200 m

Grensen 17

Mamma Pizza Osteria

540 m

Dronningens gate 22

Norlaks

170 m

Pilestredet 9 Helgesens gate 18

Max Hamburger

210 m

Karl Johans gate 18c

Erlik Kaffe

170 m

Akersgata 32

Tuk Tuk Thai

440 m

Moellergata 8

Stortorvet Kebab Pizza & Grill

400 m

Karl Johans gate 13C

Illegal Burger

640 m

Moellergata 23 Olaf Ryes Plass 4

New Beirut Kebab

450 m

Mollergate 8

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Christopher

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.0/10

The hotel is in a superb location, incredibly close to the city center and all the main attractions. The rooms are cozy and offer ample hanging space, though the size of the duvet was slightly off. The service is always friendly and helpful, making for a pleasant stay. The dining experience is good with decent options during breakfast. The location is excellent for exploring Oslo by foot, but there were minor inconveniences like needing assistance for the shower. Overall, a convenient and lovely place to stay.

Rooms

8.0

The room was small but cozy, with a double bed and plenty of hanging space.

Service

9.0

The service was consistently friendly and helpful, contributing to a very pleasant experience.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, within walking distance of the city's main attractions and very convenient to explore on foot.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was decent with a good selection, starting early in the morning.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good overall, though some small inconveniences were present.

William

United States, October 2023

7.6/10

The hotel is conveniently located right in the heart of downtown Oslo, making it easy to explore the city on foot. The rooms, though very compact and small, are neat and clean. While the service is friendly, some staff members lack experience. The dining options are decent, offering a mix of hot and cold dishes, although it can get busy. Overall, a good value for money option in central Oslo.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, with a fold-out settee, are very compact and small but neat and clean.

Service

6.0

The staff are kind and helpful, although some lack experience. They were accommodating when I requested to change rooms due to outside noise.

Location

9.0

The hotel is close to all the sights in central Oslo, with the Royal Palace just down the road. A great location for exploring the city.

Dining

8.0

The dining options are good, with a variety of hot and cold dishes. It can get crowded at times, but the food is nice.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.

Neil

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.8/10

The hotel offers a clean and modern stay in a very tight room setup ideal for solo travelers. The friendly and helpful service really stood out. The central location is excellent for exploring Oslo, although some space limitations were noticeable. The dining options were simple but satisfactory and the facilities provided all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.

Rooms

7.0

The room was the tiniest I have ever seen, but clean and modern. It was fine for one person with only 1 suitcase.

Service

9.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, sorting out all our problems with a smile.

Location

8.0

The location is excellent, very central and close to everything in Oslo. It was great for exploring the city on foot.

Dining

7.0

The dining was simple but delicious with fresh options. Limited choices but still satisfying.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay, including dry cleaning and housekeeping services.

Scott

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.8/10

The hotel is centrally located, making it easy to explore the city on foot. The rooms were clean and comfortable, suitable for a family of four despite being a bit small. The service was efficient and accommodating. The dining options catered to various dietary preferences, with ample choices for vegans and vegetarians.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms, though on the smaller side by American standards, were clean and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff was very helpful, assisting with various requests and extending check-out time when needed.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is perfect, centrally situated within walking distance to major shopping areas and attractions.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offered a wide variety of options, including choices for vegans and vegetarians.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were well-equipped to meet guests' needs during their stay.

Richard

United States, April 2023

8.4/10

The hotel's location couldn't be better. It's right in the heart of Oslo, close to all the major sights, shops, and nightlife. The service was top-notch, with staff always ready to go the extra mile. The rooms were on the small side but suitable for a short stay, lacking some essentials like a bar fridge and a proper workspace. The dining experience was superb, offering a wide selection of hot and fresh Scandinavian breakfast items.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small but adequate for a short stay, missing some essentials like a bar fridge and a desk.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with attentive staff always ready to assist.

Location

9.0

The hotel is centrally located, making it easy to explore Oslo's key attractions, with many major sights just a short walk away.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic, offering a great variety of hot and fresh Scandinavian breakfast options.