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Scandic Karl Johan

oslo, norway

About Scandic Karl Johan

location

Located at the heart of Oslo, this hotel lies just 50 m from Karl Johan Gate, the parliament buildings and the royal palace. Links to the public transport are within walking distance of the hotel and the main train station is 1 km away.

facility

The hotel has 108 non-smoking rooms, which are located on 7 storeys and are reachable by lift. English-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Services such as a baggage storage service and a safe ensure a comfortable stay. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) allows guests to surf the internet and catch up on email. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. There are a number of shops as well. Additional facilities include a playroom. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include room service, an alarm call service and a laundry service.

rooms

Central heating ensures that rooms maintain just the right temperature. Guests are sure to get a good night's sleep in the queen-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. Other features include a TV, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge). Slippers are included. A hairdryer and a telephone are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower. Cosmetic products and a selection of towels provide additional comfort in the bathrooms. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

sport

There is a bar on the premises. A generous breakfast buffet and lunch are served every day. Gluten-free meals, vegetarian dishes, organic food and lactose-free food can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers snacks.

Amenities at Scandic Karl Johan

Facilities

24-hour receptionAir conditioningBar(s)Bicycle HireCar ParkGames roomHotel SafeLaundry FacilitiesLaundry ServiceLiftsPetsRoom ServiceShopsSmall supermarketWifi

Hygiene

Contactless check-in/-outContactless paymentEnhanced cleaning programmeHand sanitiserHousekeeping only upon requestHygiene training for staffNo high-touch furnishingsNo high-touch furnishings in public areasPackaged mealsProtective equipment for employeesProtective equipment for guestsProtective hygiene screensProtective masks for guestsSanitiser dispenserSocial distancing regulationsUse of commercially available disinfectants

Meals

Breakfast Buffet

Sport/Entertainment

AerobicsCycling/Mountain Biking

Location

Map preview
Oslo, Norway

Arbeidergata 4

What's nearby

  • Public Transport100m
  • Train Station2km

Check-in from 4:00 PM · check-out by 12:00 PM

User Rating & Reviews

3.6

Good

921 reviews
  • Value
  • Rooms
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  • Excellent234
  • Very Good323
  • Average195
  • Poor98
  • Terrible71

Recent Reviews: 921

  • User: Stein O P

    Trip type: Couples

    No reply on complaints

    19 Mar 2026

    5 nights in a shoebox room might put couples to a test, but it is OK if you just need a place to sleep. A fairly worn out tiny room, but clean. The bathroom haven´t been renovated for many years. Service experience was somewhat lousy. The floor heat in the bat…

  • User: marcustforsberg

    OK but not worth the price

    24 Nov 2025

    This is an average and completely OK Scandic hotel but it is absolutely not worth the price per night. The rooms are small, quite worn down and above all they're not very sound proof so you can hear everything that happens in the corridor outside and everytime…

  • User: kjetilrehaugsletvold

    Weekend in Oslo

    19 Oct 2025

    Scandic generally offers a pleasant stay; however, this particular hotel appears to be outdated and in need of renovation. Consequently, the standard of the rooms does not fully meet expectations. Elizabeta Marinkovic Savic, Owner at Scandic Karl Johan, res…

  • User: kariannewarren2

    Trip type: Family

    Central location

    18 Sep 2025

    Central location, but noisy from street life. Very small breakfast seating area, very busy and hard to find a table, basic breakfast. Friendly staff. Elizabeta Marinkovic Savic, Owner at Scandic Karl Johan, responded to this review Dear Guest, thank you f…

  • User: TFalk1969

    Trip type: Business

    Worst value for money ever?

    11 Sep 2025

    Extremely small room with badly cleaned bath/toilet. Good breakfast and friendly staff and central location Elizabeta Marinkovic Savic, Owner at Scandic Karl Johan, responded to this review Dear Guest, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback…

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