Karl Johan Hotel
FAQ
Welcome to our FAQ. Here you will find answers to the most common questions about Karl Johan Hotel – from check-in and breakfast to parking, transport, and experiences in the center of Oslo.
Karl Johan Hotel is located right on Karl Johans gate in the heart of Oslo city center. Here you are within short walking distance of the Royal Palace, the National Theatre, Aker Brygge, the Oslo Fjord, shopping, restaurants, and several of the city’s most popular attractions.
Karl Johan Hotel combines historic architecture with modern comfort. The hotel is situated in a beautiful, historic building on Oslo’s most famous street and offers a central location close to culture, shopping, and city life.
Yes, if the room is ready, we can offer early check-in at no extra cost. Please feel free to contact the reception in advance.
Late check-out can be offered subject to availability. Please contact the reception during your stay to inquire about the available options.
Yes, Karl Johan Hotel offers free high-speed Wi-Fi in all rooms and all public areas.
Yes, Karl Johan Hotel has a 24-hour reception. Our staff is available 24 hours a day for check-in, assistance during your stay, luggage storage, and questions about the hotel or Oslo.
The reception is staffed 24 hours a day.
Yes, we have a luggage room and are happy to store your luggage both before check-in and after check-out.
Yes, we serve a rich breakfast buffet in Restaurant Ekman featuring both hot and cold dishes, healthy options, fresh fruit, and other favorites.
Yes, breakfast is always included when you stay with us.
Yes, breakfast can be ordered to your room for an additional fee. Please contact the reception to place an order.
Yes, it is possible to purchase breakfast even if you are not staying at the hotel.
Yes, all our rooms have adjustable air conditioning.
Yes, we offer spacious family rooms with a seating area. The rooms are well-suited for up to four people.
Yes, we offer connecting rooms in selected room categories. Please contact the hotel directly for availability.
Yes, all rooms are equipped with a refrigerator that can be used to store your own drinks and snacks.
No, we do not have minibars in the rooms. Beverages can be purchased in the lobby bar.
Many of our rooms offer a great view of Karl Johans gate and Spikersuppa.
The windows can be tilted for ventilation, but cannot be fully opened for safety reasons.
Yes, the hotel has a gym featuring a treadmill, spinning bike, rowing machine, and weight machines.
No, the gym is included for all hotel guests.
Karl Johan Hotel is a bed & breakfast hotel and does not offer regular restaurant service beyond breakfast.
Yes, we have a lobby bar in the reception area as well as a mezzanine where you can enjoy drinks and snacks. The hotel also has a pleasant balcony overlooking Spikersuppa and Karl Johans gate.
Yes, Karl Johan Hotel offers parking in collaboration with the Grand Hotel. Daily parking costs NOK 550.
Yes, parking can be reserved in advance. Please contact the garage directly for reservations.
Yes, dogs are allowed by prior arrangement. Please contact the hotel before arrival for information on terms and any additional fees.
Other pets may also be allowed by arrangement. Please contact the hotel for more information.
Yes, it is entirely possible to pay with American Express with us.
Nationaltheatret Station is located just a five-minute walk from the hotel.
The walk from the hotel to Oslo Central Station takes approximately 10–15 minutes along Karl Johans gate.
The Airport Express Train (Flytoget) stops at Nationaltheatret Station, which is a few minutes’ walk from the hotel.
Yes, both Nationaltheatret Station and Stortinget Station are within short walking distance of the hotel.
Oslo Airport is approximately 50 kilometers from the hotel. The Airport Express Train from Nationaltheatret takes about 27 minutes.
The hotel is close to the Royal Palace, the Parliament (Stortinget), the National Theatre, Oslo City Hall, Aker Brygge, Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, MUNCH, and several other popular attractions.
The Royal Palace is approximately a 5–10 minute walk from the hotel.
Yes, it takes approximately 15–20 minutes to walk to the Opera House from the hotel.
The Hop-on Hop-off bus has a stop just a few hundred meters from the hotel and is an easy way to experience the city’s main attractions.
Yes, Karl Johan Hotel is located right on Karl Johans gate with shopping opportunities right outside the door.
Yes, the hotel is within walking distance of a large selection of restaurants, bars, and nightlife venues along Karl Johans gate, Aker Brygge, and Tjuvholmen.
We recommend, among others, the restaurants at Aker Brygge. Mathallen Vulkan is also a popular option. For traditional Norwegian food, we recommend Elias Mat & Sånt, Lorry, Engebret Café, and Gamle Raadhus Restaurant.
If you wish to stay centrally with short distances to attractions, shopping, restaurants, and public transport, Karl Johan Hotel is an excellent choice.
Popular attractions include the Royal Palace, the Opera House, MUNCH, Akershus Fortress, Aker Brygge, and the Oslo Fjord. All are within comfortable walking distance of the hotel.
Karl Johan Hotel is a great choice for sightseeing in Oslo, with short distances to the city’s main attractions and public transport.
The area around Karl Johans gate is ideal for first-time visitors, with short distances to the city’s most important attractions, shopping, and restaurants.
Karl Johan Hotel is located at Oslo’s most famous address and combines historic charm with modern comfort. With walking distance to the city’s main attractions, restaurants, shopping, and public transport, the hotel is an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers.
Did you not find the answer to your question?
Please feel free to contact our 24-hour reception at +47 23 16 17 00 or service@karljohan.no.