Grand Hotel Oslo

Probably the best hotel in Oslo. A hotel with a historic past with Nobel Peace prizes winners who stayed at this hotel and dined at the Cafe below. The rooms are a bit small for US standards, but no other complaints. The hotel is centrally located and within walking distance to the train station.

This hotel is advertised as a historic 5-star grand hotel. It is certainly historic—I’ll give them that—but it’s in serious need of updates throughout. The room felt depressing. The shower is difficult to step in and out of, the toilet is crooked, and the door opens in an awkward direction. The bed covering barely fits for two people, and there are no drawers for storage. The hallways are uneven with multiple small steps and odd layouts. Strangest of all, the elevator somehow goes to both floors 4 and 5 at once—maybe there’s a historical reason, but it just added to the confusion. Breakfast is included, but the experience is far from intuitive. You’re seated with no explanation, and left to figure things out on your own. It’s a buffet, but even getting beverages is unclear as you have cups on the table but no one fills them. Asking the kitchen for a made-to-order egg earned a confused look before they made it. I still have five more nights here, and I regret booking it. The only thing this hotel truly has going for it is the central location.

Check in was smooth, they changed room, it was too warm on top floor. ACs dont work that well. The most unpleasant thing, however, was the treatment we received during breakfast. A breakfast employee insisted that we sit in the middle of the room, while she preferred to place American tourist groups at the window tables. This gave the impression of discrimination based on nationality, which is perceived as both unprofessional and discriminatory. Overall, lots of stairs and not friendly for kids, even to get to elevator you have to lift the stroller up the stairs with baby every time. If you have stayed in 5 stars before, this one will disappoint, as this is more a 3 star hotel.

It's in the center of the city. Fantastic hotel. You could go walking to everywhere. Great breakfast. People incredible.

We booked this hotel for location, not realizing the history and signifigance of the property. We thoroughly enjoyed the classic elegance and extremely friendly staff. Would stay here again if our travels return us to Oslo.