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Tjuvholmen (Thief Islet) used to be a haven for smugglers, thieves and scoundrels. Today it is home to THE THIEF, a modern hideaway – right in the middle of downtown Oslo. If anything gets stolen there nowadays, it’s usually us stealing our guests away from their everyday lives.
THE THIEF has filled this retreat with top international art pieces, carefully selected designer furniture, global Nordic cuisine, top quality spa and cosmopolitan bars. ‘Escapees’ are able to enjoy refreshing dips in the sea at the Tjuvholmen beach or stroll off the islet across the footbridge to the bustling Aker Brygge restaurant and business area. Most of our guests come here to get away from it all, and for the relaxing atmosphere of THE THIEF.
International-calibre restaurants, cosy eateries and high-quality galleries sit side by side in pedestrianised streets and squares. And the Astrup Fearnley Museum designed by Italian star architect Renzo Piano, is the hotel’s nearest neighbour. A sanctuary has never felt so comfortable and secluded yet connected.
The Thief Hotel
Landgangen 1
Oslo, Norway
0252
Nearest Airport: OSL
The Thief is where you want to stay in Oslo. The location is perfect, right on the waterfront and walking distance to everything From the moment we stepped in the hotel, the staff welcomed us warmly. Our room was extremely spacious and had a beautiful view of the harbor. Do not miss the breakfast, it is the best way to start your day. The food was excellent, service impeccable and loved the setting and decor as well. Would definitely recommend staying at the Thief!
Freedom43111328433
Great facilities, excellent food and staff at rooftop restaurant especially enjoyed Tiramisu Caviar. Great location for getting on a cruise
Patrice E
We recently stayed at The Thief in Oslo and it lived up to its reputation. Yes, it is expensive, but in our view it was worth every penny. Our room was beautifully appointed and very comfortable, and the staff throughout the hotel were unfailingly helpful. Breakfast was a real highlight: a superb spread with excellent service, and the scrambled eggs were amazing. Dinner options in the rooftop restaurant are more limited, but what we had was perfectly fine, and the setting is lovely. The gym is good and the spa is excellent, though be aware that spa access may cost extra depending on your room category, so it is worth checking when you book. Highly recommended if you are looking for a luxury break in Oslo. We would happily return.
196SimonH - Leeds, United Kingdom
We had a really warm welcome at The Thief. Hotel staff made sure we'd get the kind of room we asked for (With bathtub). Room was clean, modern and had really nice furniture. The breakfast was a pleasant surprise! Everything was prepared with love and passion. It tasted accordingly. Staff was always warm and helpful. Spa was a nice experience as well, while not too big, it still offered various types of saunas and a warm water bath. A relaxing way to end an evening. The location at the fjord was great as well, nice and quiet, some good restaurants around the corner. While it is a bit pricey, it felt well worth the money. We'd come again.
Fabian N
An excellently located hotel in Tjuvholmen with splendid architecture; it was very clean, offered wonderful views from the room, and featured an excellent breakfast and extremely friendly staff who made our stay truly delightful. We walked to all the sights in Oslo; staying at The Thief made visiting the city a real pleasure. We will definitely be back!
787laviniap - Bucharest, Romania
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