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Scandic Karl Johan

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, steps from Karl Johan Gate

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Scandic Karl Johan, in Oslo City Centre, welcomes travelers with a free breakfast buffet. The hotel offers amenities like lobby coffee and tea, dry cleaning, luggage storage, and help with local tours. The staff is consistently praised for their helpful service.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(106 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - queen
Portable fan
Bathrobes
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Superior Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Map
Arbeidergata 4, Oslo, 0159

What's nearby

  • Karl Johan Gate - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Oslo City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oslo Spektrum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Aker Brygge - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Oslo Opera House - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

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
  • ‪Restaurant Oriental - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dasslokket Tostrup Friluftservering - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Scandic Karl Johan - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Scandic Karl Johan

Hotel near Karl Johan Gate
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.
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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (NOK 240 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; NOK 200 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

More

  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NOK 150
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NOK 250

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NOK 200 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NOK 200 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: NOK 240 per day(787 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: NOK 200 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: NOK 150 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NOK 250 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Oslo Rica Travel Hotel
Rica Travel Hotel Oslo
Rica Travel Oslo
HTL Karl Johan Hotel Oslo
HTL Karl Johan Hotel
HTL Karl Johan Oslo
HTL Karl Johan
Oslo Rica Travel Hotel
Scandic Karl Johan Hotel Oslo
Scandic Karl Johan Hotel
Scandic Karl Johan Oslo
Scandic Karl Johan Oslo
Scandic Karl Johan Hotel
Scandic Karl Johan Hotel Oslo

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 Nov 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Karl Johan on Dec 4, 2025 start from $129.04, 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. Norwegian Theatre and Norwegian Parliament are just steps away. Tinghuset Tram Station and Stortinget Tram Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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