Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 2 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Hotel Bristol is for travellers who want a classic Oslo hotel with a sense of history. It stands two minutes from Karl Johans gate, with the National Theatre and the National Gallery a short walk away, and its antique-style rooms, beautiful lobby and the Library Bar, a meeting place since the 1920s, give it an old-world character guests clearly enjoy. The breakfast buffet is the star of a stay, and guests also praise comfortable beds, clean rooms and helpful staff at the front desk. The drawbacks are mostly about extras and age. Access to the spa and sauna costs extra, as does parking, and some rooms feel dated, with small wardrobes or views onto rooftops at the rear. Service in the lobby bar can be uneven. Travellers who value a central address and traditional surroundings will be well looked after; anyone who wants modern design or wellness included should look elsewhere.
Guests score it 8.8 out of 10 — the average across the 6 hotels we list in Oslo is 8.9.
What Guests Loved
- Guests mention the location more than anything else: Karl Johans gate is two minutes away, the National Theatre and the National Gallery three, and the main sights and the harbour front are all within walking distance.
- Breakfast is the most praised part of a stay. Guests describe the buffet as exceptional, with a large selection, and several describe it as beautifully presented and absolutely delicious.
Things to Consider
- Some guests were surprised that access to the spa and sauna was not included in their stay, and parking fees were higher than expected.
- The old-style decor is part of the charm for many, but some guests found the property dated. One found the wardrobe very small, and rooms at the rear look out over rooftops and air-conditioning units.
Should you book it?
Hotel Bristol is worth booking for travellers who want to walk everywhere in the city centre — but pick somewhere else if you want the spa included in the price of your room.
Book it if you want
- Travellers who want to walk everywhere in the city centre
- Guests who enjoy a classic grand hotel with history
Pick somewhere else if
- You want the spa included in the price of your room
- You prefer sleek, contemporary design
Frequently asked questions
How far is Hotel Bristol from the centre of Oslo?
Hotel Bristol is 450 m from the centre of Oslo.
How do guests rate Hotel Bristol?
On Booking.com it scores 8.8/10 from 2,187 guest reviews.
How many stars does Hotel Bristol have?
Hotel Bristol is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Hotel Bristol offer?
Hotel Bristol offers free Wifi, fitness Centre, spa, 3 Restaurants, bar and room Service.
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Kristian IVs Gate 7, 0164 Oslo, Norway