Scandic Karl Johan

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Scandic
7.2 (2723 reviews)
Arbeidergt. 4 , Oslo , no
+47 23 15 53 00

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small and worn rooms
Noisy environment

Categories

Cleanliness
5.38
Several comments indicate issues with cleanliness, including dirty rooms and lack of service.
Service
8.35
Staff is frequently described as friendly and attentive.
Location
8.39
Many reviews highlight the central and convenient location.
Room Quality
6.34
Rooms described as small and some were worn down.
Amenities
6.87
General amenities rating is average based on few comments.
Value for Money
7.33
Some reviews mention it being good value given location but others express it's not worth the price.
Food and Beverage
7.88
Food, especially breakfast, is positively reviewed.
Overall Experience
7.05
Overall experience is mixed, balancing positive and negative sentiments.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 17:32

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated just a stone's throw away from Karl Johans Gate and a short distance from Oslo Central Station, Scandic Karl Johan offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi and sleek, contemporary rooms equipped with LED TVs featuring USB connectivity. The rooms are thoughtfully designed with practical features like safety deposit boxes and innovative under-bed storage.

On-Site Offerings
Start your day with a delicious organic breakfast buffet and explore the hotel's amenities including a convenient shop, a cozy lounge bar, and the option for bicycle rental.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience in Oslo? Book your stay at Scandic Karl Johan now!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • 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 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 2723 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.38
Service: 8.35
Location: 8.39
Room Quality: 6.34
Amenities: 6.87
Value for Money: 7.33
Food and Beverage: 7.88
Overall Experience: 7.05
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Patricio Federico • solo_traveller • no
4
Podría ser mejor por el precio. Estafado con el tema del desayuno incluido en mi caso.
Pros:

Muy céntrico y cerca de Oslo S, de La Opera, de Akker Brygge, del palacio real,...

Cons:

Seleccioné una habitación más cara en Booking porque incluía desayuno con la reserva y al llegar al hotel me dijeron que no lo incluía. Con lo cual debía pagar nuevamente por una opción que debería estar paga.

La habitación era cómoda pero extremadamente pequeña.
La mampara de la ducha dejaba muchos huecos con lo cual el suelo del baño acababa completamente mojado. (Fallo de diseño de la mampara, no mal estado de la misma).
Hacía demasiado calor en la habitación y tuve que dormir con la ventana abierta, al ser tan céntrico, por la noche había mucho ruido.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Juha • solo_traveller • se
5
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • no
9
Veldig fin lokasjon, trivlige ansatte, rent, billig og komfortabelt.
Cons:

Frokost ikke inkludert i prisen, men grei pris for frokost uansett

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Niklas • couple • se
7
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Mesfin • family_with_children • no
10
Veldig fin frokost, et trivelig hotell, nært til sentrum, litt ukomfortabele senger.
Pros:

Personalet

Cons:

Sengene

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Jess • extended_group • dk
6
Cons:

værelsernes størrelse

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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gnist • solo_traveller • se
8
Cons:

Veldig små rom

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • de
8
Pros:

Super Frühstück, zentrale Lage!

Cons:

Nachts etwas laut in der Umgebung…

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Gry • family_with_children • no
8
Bra, men dårlig utstyr
Pros:

Frokosten

Cons:

Det bør være kjøleskap og noe mer enn ei vifte I et 3 manns rom. Iallefall når temperaturen ute bikker mot 35 grader. Altfor varmt soverom, så kjøleskap bør være et must. De hadde også bare nok til et nøkkelkort, noe som vanskeliggjorde oppholdet. Bør også bli flinkere på renhold

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Beth Kristin • family_with_children • no
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Jon-erik • solo_traveller • no
7
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Henryk • couple • pl
3
hotelu tego nie polecam ze względu na wysoką cenę i liczne nieudogodnienia
Pros:

sniadanie takie sobie, okolica ok

Cons:

ciasnota pokoju, nie dzialająca klimatyzacja ,i nocny halas z pobliskiego baru karoke

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • se
5
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Merethe • family_with_children • no
5
God beliggenhet og greie rom
Pros:

Grei beliggenhet og gode rom. Greit bad

Cons:

Ingen parkering, dårlig informasjon om parkering og ingen frokost inkludert.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Sissel • couple • no
4
Pros:

Veldig bra begge deler

Cons:

Veldig varmt på rom. Måtte diskutere med personal ang legitimasjon selv om jeg hadde referanse nr og mail bekreftelse…

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Aldai • solo_traveller • no
7
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Departure626051 • Couples
8
Exceptional
Pros:

The hotel is centrally located, close to all the main attractions. The breakfast is exceptional, and the staff are very friendly, especially Maneen, who went above and beyond to successfully address all of our requests. Thank you—we will definitely be back!

2026-07-14 • via Tripadvisor
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Hanne • family_with_children • no
8
Skitten rom,dårlig luft,mye bråk.
Pros:

Sentralt. I møte kommende personal

Cons:

Dårlig plassering på frokosten.Dårlig plassering på «oppbevaring « av kofferter…innerst inne sammens der man spiser i et veldig knøtt lite rom.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Armin • solo_traveller • ch
8
Pros:

Freundliches Personal, grosses Morgenbuffet

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Christina • family_with_children • dk
5
Ok, men belastende med så lidt plads.
Pros:

Beliggenhed og venligt personale.

Cons:

Værelset var for lille til 3 voksne mennesker i 4 dage. Sengene var dårlige og knirkede. Badeværelse var for lille og føntørren var på badeværelset. Tre voksne mennesker der skal gøre sig klar var træls med føntørren på badet. Der var kun mulighed for at ligge i sengene når vi var på værelset. Lidt mere plads ville være godt. Sengene var meget smalle til to personer i den ene seng.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee