Location
This hotel is located on Karl Johans Gate, Oslo's main street and 50 m from Paleet shops and 100 m from the Stortinget (The Norwegian Parliament). It offers guests a location within immediate walking distance of a variety of museums, attractions, shops, bars and restaurants. It is 300 m from the Royal Palace, and 350 m from the tourist centre, the Nationaltheatret and links to the public transport network. Oslo Fjord is 400 m away and it is 500 m from Slottparken park. The central railway station is 1 km away, the bus terminal is 1.3 km from the hotel and Den Norske Opera og Ballett is 1.5 km away. Guests will find the Tryvann Vinterpark and its cross country ski run 13.5 km from the property and it is 43 km to Drammen and 50 km to Oslo Gardermoen Airport.
Facilities
The hotel was built in 1899. 114 rooms, including 7 junior suites, suites, 30 single rooms and 73 double rooms, are located on 5 storeys and can be reached by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Services and facilities include a baggage storage service, a safe, a TV room, room service (limited hours), a laundry service, 5 conference rooms and a coin-operated laundry. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Parking facilities available to guests include a garage and a car park. Daily newspapers are available for purchase.
Rooms
Rooms are equipped with individually adjustable heating. Some rooms have a balcony, which gives guests additional space for rest and relaxation. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. An extra bed is available for a fee. A minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The sports and entertainment facilities at the hotel ensure that guests have plenty of activities to choose from during their stay. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a spa, hydrotherapy treatments and a solarium.
Meals
Dining facilities include a restaurant, a breakfast room and a bar. Bed and breakfast can be booked. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.