The Thief

Hotels
9.2 (597 reviews)
Landgangen 1 , Oslo , no

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Luxurious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Spa booking difficulties

Categories

Cleanliness
8.41
Some reviews noted cleanliness issues in rooms.
Service
9.88
Staff were described as friendly, professional, and attentive.
Location
9.42
The location was praised for its proximity and beautiful views.
Room Quality
9.37
Rooms were regarded as luxurious and well-equipped.
Amenities
8.9
Amenities were generally good but noted spa booking issues.
Value for Money
8.86
Perceived value aligns with the overall quality and service.
Food and Beverage
9.41
Breakfast and food quality received high praise from guests.
Overall Experience
9.38
Guests frequently expressed overall satisfaction with their stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 02:14

Property Description

Luxurious Rooms with High-Tech Amenities
Indulge in rooms at The Thief with an in-built sound system, private balcony, Nespresso machine, and rainforest shower for a lavish stay.

Relaxation and Wellness
Unwind at The Thief Spa with a Turkish hamam bath, sauna, swimming pool, and rooftop terrace for ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation.

Convenient Location and Complimentary Offerings
With a prime location near Aker Brygge, enjoy free access to the gym, 24-hour room service, WiFi, and entry to the Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art. Book now for a luxurious experience in Oslo!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: OSL

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs NOK 525 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 9 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 5 years old and over stay for NOK 750 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 597 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.41
Service: 9.88
Location: 9.42
Room Quality: 9.37
Amenities: 8.9
Value for Money: 8.86
Food and Beverage: 9.41
Overall Experience: 9.38
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Deborah • couple • gb
10
B outstanding hotel experience
Pros:

Absolutely excellent
Amazing breakfast

Cons:

It was faultless

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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ALWALEED • couple • sa
9
Great stay
Pros:

In fact, it is one of the most beautiful and pleasant hotels in Oslo, Norway. I really liked how easy the check-in process was, as well as the cleanliness of the hotel and the friendliness of the staff. The hotel is located in a very beautiful and very safe area, and the breakfast is very diverse with excellent, high-quality service. The room’s view overlooking the lake is absolutely beautiful. Honestly, everything about the hotel is wonderful in every aspect. I liked it very much, and the rooms are lovely, although they are somewhat small; however, this is generally the standard in Europe. Overall, the hotel is good and clean, and I highly recommend staying there.

Cons:

There is no private parking owned by the hotel itself, even though it is a five-star property. However, the hotel cooperates with a parking facility located underneath the building, on the lower levels, but the cost is very high — approximately 550 Norwegian kroner per day. In my opinion, it would have been better if the hotel offered at least a discount for guests who have cars and use the parking regularly. From a personal point of view, five-star hotels are expected to provide the highest level of care for their guests, and paying around 550 NOK per day for parking is simply too expensive.

The second issue is that there is no luggage porter service, as is usually available in some other five-star hotels.

The third point, which really bothered me, is that the hotel charged 95 Norwegian kroner to my Visa card. When I contacted them to question this charge, they said it was taken by mistake for a toothpaste fee and that it had been refunded. However, until now, nothing has been returned to my account. This issue was very upsetting, and I hope they will refund the 95 NOK as soon as possible.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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ALPER • extended_group • tr
10
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Uche • couple • us
9
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Roberta • couple • no
5
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Bergan • couple • no
9
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • family_with_children • br
7
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Alex • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Michela • family_with_children • it
8
Pros:

Camere, colazione, posizione, staff

2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Maria Silvina • couple • ar
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • us
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Hector • couple • us
9
Pros:

The staff was very informative and friendly. We had to checkout before breakfast and they offered a “to-go” breakfast that did not disappoint.

Cons:

Room was hot and had to open the door. The outside was extremely loud due to people which is out of the hotels control.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • ch
9
Pros:

Frühstück war genial! Service top, sehr freundliches Personal und top-Lage

Cons:

SPA ist sehr klein. Weg zum Fjord sehr beschwerlich

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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PH120124234 • Couples • Tonsberg, Tonsberg Municipality, Vestfold, Eastern Norway
6
You pay 100%, but unfortunately you only get 90% value for your money.
Pros:

The Thief is supposed to be one of Oslo’s best hotels, and you are certainly allowed to pay as if it is — but unfortunately, the quality only lives up to about 90% of expectations. This is one of Petter Stordalen’s pride and joy, but that does not help much when very simple things end up damaging both reputation and quality.

The breakfast buffet is extensive and partly nicely presented, but when you go to the cheese section it is completely empty for 1.5 hours, and no one refills it. The only cheese available is half of a hollowed-out, unappetizing rind that clearly bears the marks of many hands having touched it. No thank you — not for me. Cold cuts should be arranged so guests can take what they want without touching everything else. This is a matter of hygiene.

The evening before, we stopped by the bar for a nightcap before going to bed, and that also came with a surprise. The bar only had three types of red wine (which would have been fine), but the bottles were placed on a trolley in a warm room with a fireplace. I would guess my Pinot Noir was at least 23–24°C. That is basically mulled wine. The bartender explained that the bar is not equipped to keep wine bottles cooled, and that this has been a problem for a long time. A long time…! Petter Stordalen is a billionaire, yet apparently cannot afford a wine cooler for the bar at The Thief.

The room also shows signs of lacking that little extra. The bed was not properly made, and in the bathroom there was a trash bin that had clearly been knocked around hard — it was covered in dents on the top and sides. And perhaps housekeeping could be taught that when placing two drinking glasses next to each other for a guest, they should at least be of the same type and size.

As mentioned, it is the small things that are missing. On the positive side, the staff are friendly, welcoming, and helpful.
You pay 100%, but unfortunately you only get 90% value for your money.

2026-01-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Enrico • family_with_children • it
9
Pros:

Posizione in un bellissimo quartiere, camere ampie bagni grandi e letti comodi

Colazione varia e di ottima qualità

Cons:

Qualcuno nel personale un po’ inesperto, la spa che chiude alle 18

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Frederic • couple • be
9
J’étais déjà descendu dans cet hotel
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Fernando • family_with_children • pr
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tatiana • couple • no
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Javier • family_with_children • ar
9
Muy recomendable
Pros:

Desayuno excelente, ubicacion perfecta

Cons:

El SPA y piscina no tenia espacio para usarlo. No es aceptable para la categoria del hotel

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sabrina • couple • fr
9
reposant et agréable
Pros:

les chambres parfaites est calmes

Cons:

le moins aimé le restaurant

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee