Scandic Karl Johan

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Close to Aker Brygge and Oslo Opera House, Scandic Karl Johan provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ￥20,245
￥22,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table, a mirror, and a poster on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(142 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a small stool, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Family Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Oslo City Centre, a neighborhood in Oslo, Scandic Karl Johan is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Oslo Opera House and Oslo Nye Teater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Toyenbadet Public Bath and Kon Tiki Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Unity Arena or Bislett Stadium. Visit our Oslo travel guide
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0159, Oslo, Arbeidergata 4

What's nearby

  • A cobblestone street lined with outdoor cafes and flower planters.
    Karl Johan Gate
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic building with domes and a statue in the foreground.
    National Theater
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic church with a prominent clock tower and a large arched entrance.
    Oslo Cathedral
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A large brick building with a clock tower, surrounded by trees and a tram.
    Oslo City Hall
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Norwegian Parliament
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Tinghuset Tram Station
    2 min walk
  • Nationaltheatret Station
    9 min walk
  • Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • RØØR
    2 min walk
  • Grand Café
    2 min walk
  • Olivia Eger
    2 min walk
  • W. B. Samson
    3 min walk
  • Egon
    3 min walk

About this property

Scandic Karl Johan

  • Hotel near Aker Brygge
  • Close to Oslo Opera House, Scandic Karl Johan provides amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and an elevator
    • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Luggage storage and coffee/tea in the lobby
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
    • Daily housekeeping and phones

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Nordic Swan Ecolabel. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Scandic Karl Johan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NOK 200 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Karl Johan?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Karl Johan on Nov 16, 2026 start from ￥20,245, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Scandic Karl Johan?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of NOK 150 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Scandic Karl Johan?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for NOK 250 (subject to availability).

Where is Scandic Karl Johan located?

Located in Oslo City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Karl Johan Gate and Aker Brygge. Oslo Nye Teater and Norwegian Theatre are just steps away. Tinghuset Tram Station and Stortinget Tram Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Scandic Karl Johan Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 351 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 208 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent. Healthy choices. Gluten free diet. friendly staff handling all situations with great care. clearly knowing their work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the hotel the room with spacious, clean and modern. We arrived early and the hotel let us check in early which was great! Staff were all friendly. Location is great, 10minutes walk to the main train station and on one of the main streets in the city.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, good location. Clean, lovely staff:
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff was welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, easy check-in, good location. Nice lobby. All around very nice and seamless.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely stop over

Room was simple but what we needed for a night's stop over. The breakfast was amazing so much choice and really sets you up for a day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was clean and close to where we needed to go and ease for transport links train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel, nice location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
There's no AC in the hotel. With the kind help of the rwcept
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly people, very good breakfast, offer hot water tea anytime, may storage your luggage, good connection to all city areas. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very small and was double charged for the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice but the rooms was very hot and all the fans was taken so I had to be hot the entire time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
1
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bra
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Okay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very hot and loud in the evening. No AC. Lots of loud traffic noise and bar crowds out until after 3am. Loved the area and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025