Hotel Continental is an iconic five-star landmark in the heart of Oslo, famously owned and operated by the same family for four generations. Since opening in 1900, it has served as a cultural pillar of the city, deeply intertwined with Norway’s artistic history. It is perhaps best known for the legendary *Theatercaféen*, a historic restaurant that has functioned as a primary meeting place for artists, actors, and writers for well over a century.
The hotel is a masterclass in architectural evolution, comprising three distinct buildings constructed over six decades. This creates a fascinating blend of styles, ranging from classic Art Nouveau to 1930s Functionalism and mid-century Modernism. Inside, the property serves as a refined art gallery, featuring one of Norway’s largest private collections of graphic works by Edvard Munch, which guests can enjoy directly in the lobby bar.
Luxury here is personalized and detail-oriented. The guest rooms are individually decorated, mixing antiques with contemporary design to ensure no two stays feel identical. Some of the most exclusive suites even feature bespoke furniture and rare amenities, such as a high-end Yamaha grand piano.
Its location is unbeatable for culture seekers, situated right between the Royal Palace, the Norwegian Parliament, and the National Theatre. Guests are also just a short stroll from the vibrant waterfront area of Aker Brygge and the Nobel Peace Center, making the hotel an ideal, sophisticated base for exploring the very best of Norway’s capital.
Expert reviews
“Home of Oslo’s famous Theatercaféen, the opulent Continental is wonderfully old-fashioned in style and ethos; there’s a lot of repeat business thanks to the smooth service and warm welcome accorded to all.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in Oslo.
“History meets modernity at this landmark—it’s a sophisticated stay with stylish guest rooms and posh common areas. The handsome lobby lounge has Munch lithographs on the walls.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Oslo.
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Private parking
- Comfortable beds
- Free Wifi
Location
Recent guest reviews
6 October 2025
Book a suite with large balcony. Amazing experience.
Amazing staff. If you haven´t been to Oslo before this is a fantastic location and a landmark in itself.
23 September 2025
Exceptionel
From arrival to breakfast the next morning, everything exceeded expectations. Upon arrival, the bar next to the reception/lobby was buzzing with cheerful people and radiated a warm, welcoming atmosphere — a perfect start to our stay. After enjoying a couple of drinks at the bar, we headed to the second floor for dinner at the restaurant, which was a true culinary delight of the highest standard. Following a restful night’s sleep in a wonderfully comfortable bed, we were treated to an exceptionally extensive and delicious breakfast. What makes the whole experience even more special is the staff: without exception, everyone was genuinely hospitable, friendly, and attentive.
Having to leave again
6 September 2025
Great hotel to stay
Location is great. Walking distance to everywhere. Museums, Palace, Harbor are all in walking distance.
15 August 2025
fairly goof
location
lobby
15 August 2025
Good hotel when in Oslo
The hotel itself and the location. Fantastic room, amazing bed and very goob breakfast
The staff is a little bit lazy. Nobody help us when we arrive by car.
15 August 2025
First Time in Oslo
The staff is professional and helpful. Housekeeping is doing a great job. The location is excellent. Thank you for the early check in :)
Nothing serious
20 July 2025
Great hotel in wonderful location. I would stay again
Clean, well designed, amazing stuff.
Blackouts were not blocking the light completely that is the only thing I did not like.
18 July 2025
Old-money style hotel. Generally a good experience.
Spacious and clean room with firm mattress and comfy duvet. Very nice and friendly receptionists - offered to help carrying the luggage; brought the food delivery I ordered from Wolt to my room). Also asked for feedback when I checked out. Decent breakfast - my favourite are there are fresh fruits (e.g. passion fruits) to choose from, and they’d give you a pot of coffee.
No sauna or pools, but that’s ok. There’s a gym but I didn’t go. The double bed is actually two single beds put together - and there are two single-sized duvets instead of a double-sized one. But that wasn’t horrible either. The waiters at the breakfast would come and collect the plates before I finished it - kind of caught me by surprise.
11 July 2025
Comfortable luxury.
Will return to Hotel Continental if the opportunity arises, in the future. Stayed in Norway for 3+ weeks, and HC was the best. Amazing breakfast.
3 July 2025
Perfect hotel location for a first time in Oslo
Location was perfect. Tram and bus stops in front. Can walk to many major attractions. Lots of stores and restaurants nearby. Also very near port making it ideal for a pre or post cruise stay.
No air condition, and although temperature was perfect, we had a location at the front and if windows were open you can hear street noises until 4 am 😢
29 June 2025
Fabulous
Amazing location. Excellent staff.
Wish free water was provided in the room.
28 June 2025
Very Nice hotel
Location
Everything was good
27 June 2025
Great stay lovely staff
Great location great staff
Breakfast not much choice
28 May 2025
Exceptional
Good bed, good gym facility, great breakfast and great location !
We can hear a bit the tramway
11 May 2025
Just really, really good will go back for sure.
Just a really great hotel. Would’ve given ten out of ten but I was only there for one night. Very accommodating able to provide early check in with no fuss at all and happy to hold our luggage for us on our last day after check out.
Hmmmm? Can’t think of anything
28 April 2025
Lovely location. Great breakfast.
Great breakfast. Theatrecafeen was excellent.
Not being able to access the bar area because it was too busy from people who weren't hotel guests.
22 April 2025
Exceptional
Location, friendly staff, perfect room service , breakfast Im very fussy with hotels I stay, this was one of the best stays.
None
6 April 2025
Perfect
Perfect location the staff was awesome and the rooms were so clean and updated
5 April 2025
Wonderful
We loved that it was very clean. The staff were also exceptionally friendly and supportive.
26 March 2025
Central location in Oslo
Can’t imagine a better location in Oslo, great food.
On a pricy side
14 March 2025
Highly recommended.
Location and room features. Staff was friendly and helpful. Great breakfast included.
Nothing to note.
21 February 2025
comfortable stay and close to everything
all good
19 January 2025
Very good
I paid for a higher-rate room but was placed in a lower-rate room. In fact, I should receive a refund. I even mentioned this at the reception.
16 January 2025
Exceptional
This hotel could be compared to the Fairmont of North America...it is class and well run. All staff spoke excellent English and were more than happy to help. The hotel was clean and well put together. We had a deluxe room, which was wonderful, quiet, spacious. I would have loved a bigger bath, but that is minor. Breakfast was amazing, lots to choose from, either buffet or order. I'm going to stay here again
We did eat at Eik and had room service from Theatercafeen. The food was great, especially our room service from Theatercafeen, phenomenal. I can't say the same of Eik. We sat by a coat rack and we were sometimes forgotten. The food was good, but not necessarily exceptional.
14 January 2025
Exceptional
location is excellent staff are super friendly & helpful
the bed size could be better the room service menue is limited
6 January 2025
Perfect hotel choice for your stay in Oslo
Bed super comfy, excellent shower pressure. We were upgraded too which was a great touch. Breakfast was lovely.
Nothing
23 December 2024
Great hotel. Perfect location and very friendly staff
Excellent location- walkable to attractions
21 December 2024
Will be back next year - favourite Oslo hotel. But ask for a room on a high floor
Breakfast is exceptionally fine. The room was comfortable and well designed. Good lighting. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Excellent location right in the centre of town. Easy access to the Airport train and all public transport.
The communal / lounge area / bar is open to the public, and was very noisy and an unpleasant place to sit most of the day. Would be nice with a separate lounge/bar for residents. Our room was on the 4th floor, and was noisy with the trams running outside and sirens. Last time I stayed here I was on the 6th Floor, which was much quieter. The showerhead in the bathroom needs attention.
19 December 2024
I loved the hotel. I would choose it again when I come back to Oslo
Amazing location, amazing staff, good breakfast, clean and comfortable.
Didn’t have a spa (massage)
18 December 2024
Excellent high quality hotel
Location excellent. Service fantastic. Breakfast good, rooms nice and quiet and beds comfortable
28 November 2024
Very good
We were not allowed to take a glass of wine to the room
24 November 2024
Value for Money
Perfect location, cosy and comfy room
Breakfast with limited choice
19 November 2024
Absolutely loved the hotel and would definitely recommend
Excellent location and staff were amazing.
Breakfast was just ok
13 November 2024
Very good
Best Breakfast on our trip to Norway. Great location. Close to station tram everything
We had twin beds and they were really tiny. We kept slipping off at night.
7 November 2024
Great Location, Excellent staff
Great Location and excellent staff
No easy parking, but valet was great
7 November 2024
Perfect
Great service and location
Nothing
6 October 2024
Lovely hotel, great room, fantastic staff, very welcoming and amazing breakfast
From the time we arrived, the door, reception staff made us feel very welcome, the breakfast was amazing and the room was vey nice, great location.
Nothing, would return and recommend
5 October 2024
Top quality hotel,clearly very well managed.Location perfect and staff across the hotel first class.
If staying in Oslo this is clearly the best hotel.Perfect location,great rooms and facilities and top drawer staff in all areas.
1 October 2024
Fabulous
Very friendly hotel, breakfast was very good, restaurant attached was excellent, convenient central location
Can’t think of anything I didn’t like
20 September 2024
I got robbed of my iphone in the hotel bar by a person that used distraction. Put a dampener on trip
Surprised there was no muesli, only granola and flakes in the cereal area.
20 September 2024
Great choice for oslo
Breakfast was great! Lots of variety, good quality food, great service.
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15 September 2024
Fabulous
Laundry prices very high
1 September 2024
Best Choice in Oslo without doubt.
Excellent Breakfast, Excellent Location. Very Clean. Basically Perfect. Congratulations.
I take the Taxi infront of the Hotel. He was scam and fraud. Charged double price, Hotel should regulate and control the taxi who parks infront of Hotel, most good hotels do. That was why I trusted, unfortunately.
26 August 2024
It very nice Hotel and if I will come back to Oslo I will stay in it
Everything was nice, location, staff, rooms and breakfast
Only the bathroom doesn’t have lock
17 August 2024
Great hotel, fantastic location, and excellent breakfast.
Hotel Continental is located in the theater district within a very short stroll to the waterfront and across the street from national theater train station. It is a great location. The breakfast was very nice.
Everything was very nice.
15 August 2024
Wry nice property in a great location.
Very nice property in a great location
9 August 2024
Splendid
I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for your professionalism and the exceptional service provided during our stay. We truly appreciated how smoothly everything went, from the quick and efficient check-in to having our rooms ready upon arrival. Your attention to detail made our stay in Oslo even more enjoyable.
9 August 2024
A wonderful trip
The staff were professional and well-prepared. Upon arrival, our rooms were ready, and the check-in process took less than five minutes.
The rooms are a bit pricy
4 August 2024
Exceptional
Great location, fantastic staff, a very nice hotel in the heart of Oslo.
All was just perfect.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Minimarket on site
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Fitness
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
Outdoors
- - Outdoor furniture
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available

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23 October 2025
Super hotel with an excellent location