Design Hotels in Oslo: Style & Character
Updated 6 July 2026 · 60 real hotels
Oslo offers a strong range of hotels with genuine architectural and interior character, from lovingly restored early-20th-century buildings in the city centre to boldly styled contemporary properties. Standout addresses include the 1918-built Savoy, the maritime-themed Amerikalinjen, and the grand Sommerro, each offering a distinct sense of place. Choosing between them comes down to your preferred neighbourhood, budget and the kind of atmosphere you want to wake up to.
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Oslo has quietly become one of Scandinavia's most interesting cities for travellers who care about where they sleep. The Norwegian capital pairs a deep respect for craftsmanship and material quality with a willingness to invest seriously in interiors, which means several of its hotels have become destinations in their own right. Whether you are drawn to the polished grandeur of a century-old building in the historic centre or to a sharper, more contemporary aesthetic further out, the city delivers both with confidence.
The properties listed here have been selected because they stand out for their location, their standing and the care that has clearly gone into their spaces. You will find five-star addresses on Karl Johans gate and surrounding streets, a converted Art Deco powerhouse on the western waterfront, a 1920s ocean-liner-inspired hotel steps from the main station, and a colourful urban hotel in the up-and-coming Økern district. Prices and guest scores vary considerably, so the notes below should help you match the right address to your trip.
Our selection in Oslo
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kampen Hotel ★★ | Oslo | ★ 3.8 | 95 €/nuit |
| Smarthotel Oslo ★★★ | Oslo | ★ 4.1 | 98 €/nuit |
| Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget ★★★ | Oslo | ★ 4.1 | 101 €/nuit |
| K7 Hotel Oslo ★★★ | Oslo | ★ 3.8 | 109 €/nuit |
| Citybox Oslo ★★★ | Oslo | ★ 4.2 | 115 €/nuit |
| Cochs Pensjonat ★★ | Centre d'Oslo | ★ 4.4 | 119 €/nuit |
| Radisson RED Oslo Økern ★★★★ | Oslo | ★ 4.7 | 120 €/nuit |
| Scandic Holmenkollen Park ★★★★ | Holmenkollen | ★ 4.5 | 120 €/nuit |
| Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Oslo ★★★★ | Fornebu : à 6,5 km de Oslo | ★ 4.2 | 123 €/nuit |
| Radisson Blu Hotel Oslo Alna ★★★★ | Alna | ★ 4.1 | 126 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Which Oslo hotels are best known for their architecture and interiors?+
Several Oslo hotels are genuinely worth noticing for their buildings and spaces. Sommerro, in the western centre, occupies a monumental 1930s Art Deco building that was originally an electricity company headquarters; the restoration has preserved a great deal of the original detailing. Amerikalinjen, near Oslo Central Station, was built in 1919 as the offices and departure hall of the Norwegian America Line and retains a strong maritime and transatlantic character throughout. Savoy 1918, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, dates from the same era and sits close to the Royal Palace, offering a carefully maintained historic atmosphere at five-star level. Hotel Continental, one of Oslo's oldest family-run luxury hotels, is positioned on Stortingsgata and is known for its Theatercaféen, a Viennese-style café that has been a city institution for over a century.
Is there a well-located, more affordable option with a contemporary feel?+
Radisson RED Oslo Økern is the most affordable property on this list, with rates starting around 139 euros per night, and it takes a deliberately bold, colour-forward approach to its interiors that sets it apart from more neutral Scandinavian hotel aesthetics. It sits in the Økern area, east of the city centre, which is a developing neighbourhood rather than a traditional tourist district, so it suits travellers who are comfortable using public transport or who have business in that part of the city. Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz, at around 290 euros, offers a central location near Stortinget and a clean, contemporary feel at a more accessible price point than the five-star addresses.
What is the difference between Sommerro and Hotel Continental in terms of standing and location?+
Both are five-star properties in the central Oslo area, but they differ in character. Sommerro is set in the Frogner neighbourhood, a residential and embassy district that feels quieter and more residential than the immediate city core; its scale and Art Deco bones give it a grand, almost civic presence. Hotel Continental sits closer to the National Theatre and the main pedestrian axis of the city, making it more convenient for sightseeing on foot; it is a long-established luxury hotel with a traditional, formal atmosphere and rates from around 591 euros per night. Sommerro, at around 432 euros, is somewhat newer to its current incarnation and has a slightly more contemporary hospitality sensibility layered over its historic shell.
Is the countryside holiday house a genuine alternative to the city-centre hotels on this list?+
The Cozy 6 Bedroom Holiday House in Oslo's Countryside is a self-catering rental property rather than a hotel, and at 758 euros per night for the whole property it is structured for groups or families who want private space outside the urban centre rather than for individual travellers seeking a boutique hotel experience. It carries a perfect guest score of 5 out of 5, which suggests strong satisfaction among those who have used it in that context. If your priority is a central Oslo location with hotel services and a considered interior atmosphere, the other properties on this list will be more appropriate. If you are travelling as a large group and prefer a rural setting near Oslo, it is worth a closer look.