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Hotel Bristol

Kristian IV's Gate 7, Oslo, 0164

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Nov 23, 2026
Check-out
Nov 25, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Central Location and Convenience

    Located just 850 meters from Oslo Central Station and a short 2-minute walk to the bustling Karl Johans gate, our elegant hotel offers unparalleled convenience for travelers looking to explore the heart of the city.

  • Charming Rooms and Dining Experience

    Indulge in the charm of our bright rooms adorned with antique-style furniture and enjoy a taste of traditional Norwegian cuisine at the Bristol Grill. Experience the historic ambiance of the Library Bar, a renowned meeting spot for influential figures since the 1920s, complete with live piano music.

  • Cultural Proximity and Leisure Facilities

    With the National Theatre and National Gallery a mere 3 minutes' walk away, immerse yourself in Oslo's rich cultural scene. After a day of exploration, unwind with complimentary access to our gym and sauna, ensuring a relaxing stay for all our guests.

Book your stay at Bristol Hotel now for a memorable Oslo experience.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great breakfast

  • Friendly staff

  • Clean rooms

At the hotel

Popular amenities

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  • 24-hour front desk
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Allergy-free room
  • Bar
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
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Pools & wellness

  • Spa/wellness center

Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities

Rooms & comfort

  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Private parking

Guest services

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

3,501 reviews
9/ 10
Nydelig frokost,hyggelig atmosfære,fantastisk serverdig hotell
Anna-Greta · extended group · 2026-10-16

The guest experience

9.0out of 10
3501 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Great breakfast
  • Friendly staff
  • Clean rooms
  • Good location for sightseeing
  • Comfortable rooms

Worth knowing — Slow check-in process · Cramped facilities · Difficulties with breakfast service

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.2

    Great location for exploring Oslo.

  • Cleanliness9.1

    Rooms were clean and comfortable, consistent with high hotel standards.

  • Food and Beverage9.1

    Breakfast buffet received outstanding praise from multiple guests.

  • Service9.1

    Friendly staff and helpful service noted across multiple reviews.

  • Overall Experience9.1

    Guests expressed high satisfaction and intent to return.

  • Room Quality9.1

    Rooms were reported to be comfortable and well-furnished.

  • Value for Money9.1

    Perceived as providing good value based on quality and offerings.

  • Amenities8.1

    Amenities were good, but some guests pointed out potential improvements.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

67% of 9 recent stays rated 8+

9.03501 reviews
  • Guest review

    9/10

    Anna-Greta · extended group · 2026-10-16

    “Nydelig frokost,hyggelig atmosfære,fantastisk serverdig hotell”

  • Buena experiencia

    9/10

    Pedro · solo traveller · 2026-10-12

    “Todo”

  • Et unikt hotell i Oslo, følelse av å være i et gammelt slott.

    9/10

    Ron · solo traveller · 2026-10-12

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Filip · solo traveller · 2026-10-10

    “I liked the breakfast very much, staff was friendly.”

  • Kommer gjerne igjen

    10/10

    Ingrid · couple · 2026-09-17

    “Nydelig sengetøy og gode senger. En utmerket frokost og god kaffe”

  • Wonderful.

    10/10

    pamela · couple · 2026-09-15

    “The hotel was outstanding. Beautiful room. Best breakfast buffet I have ever had at a hotel. Absolutely delicious. Our friends who were traveling with us concurred and we are all seasoned travelers.”

  • Dårlig kundeservice

    1/10

    MIMMI · solo traveller · 2026-09-14

    “Jeg har bodd på Hotel Bristol mange ganger før, og har vanligvis hatt gode opplevelser. Derfor ble jeg ekstra skuffet over møtet med resepsjonen denne gangen. Jeg hadde dessverre glemt ID-en min, og jeg forstår selvfølgelig at de må spørre om legitimasjon. Det jeg reagerte på, var ikke regelen, men måten situasjonen ble håndtert på. Jeg ble stresset da jeg ikke fant ID-en, og da jeg spurte om jeg kunne hente den på jobb og komme tilbake, fikk jeg ingen tydelig eller hyggelig beskjed. Resepsjonisten opplevdes rigid og lite imøtekommende, og jeg endte med å bare dra. Først etter at jeg sendte en melding, fikk jeg beskjed om at jeg kunne komme tilbake med ID. Da hadde jeg allerede fått en så dårlig følelse av situasjonen at jeg valgte å droppe oppholdet. Dette kunne vært løst så enkelt med litt tydelighet og vennlighet: «Det går helt fint, hent ID-en og kom tilbake, så ordner vi det.» Jeg forventer ikke at rutinene skal settes til side, men god kundeservice handler også om hvordan man kommuniserer når en gjest havner i en stressende situasjon. Etter denne opplevelsen er jeg dessverre usikker på om jeg vil booke hos Hotel Bristol igjen. Tror nokk ikke det. Jeg verdsetter god kundeservice. Super viktig.”

  • Ruined by thumping music for most of the night.

    1/10

    Carrie · couple · 2026-09-13

    “Reception welcome was good and the reception staff were lovely. The breakfast buffet was good.”

  • Flott hotell i Oslo

    10/10

    Frode · couple · 2026-09-13

    “Fantastisk frokost. Utrolig service hos personalet. Kommer gjerne igjen”

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