Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 2 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Lysebu Hotel is for travellers who want Oslo with the forest on the doorstep. It sits on Tryvannshøyden, high above the city, with views over Sørkedalen, hiking trails close by and skiing in winter, yet the metro from Voksenkollen reaches the centre in 40 minutes. Guests describe a cosy, characterful house with a national romantic feel, Nordic art on the walls and freshly renovated rooms, and they praise the breakfast, the caring staff and the indoor pool and sauna. The restaurant's monthly five-course menu and the wine cellar make it easy to stay in for the evening. That distance is also the main trade-off, as there is little within walking distance beyond the woods. Some bathrooms are small, a few room details need attention, and service at breakfast and dinner can be uneven. Couples and outdoor lovers will find a calm, well-kept retreat; anyone who wants the city at the door should stay downtown.
Guests score it 8.7 out of 10 — the average across the 6 hotels we list in Oslo is 8.9.
What Guests Loved
- Guests love the setting high above the city, with views over the woods and Sørkedalen and hiking trails close by. In winter the hills are snowy, and skiing is one of the activities guests come for.
- Breakfast is praised in many reviews as fresh, abundant and beautifully presented, a good start to a day outdoors.
Things to Consider
- The quiet location is the point, but the centre is a 40-minute metro ride away and there is little else nearby, so evenings in town take some planning.
- Some guests found the bathroom surprisingly small, and a couple mention a squeaky or poor bathroom door. One guest found the bed uncomfortable, and another had no housekeeping during a two-night stay.
Should you book it?
Lysebu Hotel is worth booking for couples who want a quiet retreat in nature close to Oslo — but pick somewhere else if you want restaurants and nightlife on your doorstep.
Book it if you want
- Couples who want a quiet retreat in nature close to Oslo
- Hikers, skiers and cyclists who want the trails nearby
Pick somewhere else if
- You want restaurants and nightlife on your doorstep
- You plan to spend most of your time in the city centre
Frequently asked questions
How far is Lysebu Hotel from the centre of Oslo?
Lysebu Hotel is 8.2 km from the centre of Oslo.
How do guests rate Lysebu Hotel?
On Booking.com it scores 8.7/10 from 748 guest reviews.
How many stars does Lysebu Hotel have?
Lysebu Hotel is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Lysebu Hotel offer?
Lysebu Hotel offers indoor Swimming Pool, sauna, fitness Centre, restaurant, bar and free Wifi.
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Lysebuveien 12, 0712 Oslo, Norway