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Where to Stay in Oslo, Norway
If you ask me, Oslo is one city that I fell in love with and wouldn’t mind visiting over and over again.
Its “small town” feel, interesting historical attractions, a rich and thriving nordic culture, amazing food, its fashion hubs, breathtaking fjords, and sweeping mountain roads.
As such, Oslo — the capital city of Norway — remains one of tourists’ favorite winter wonderland destination.
Furthermore, this city’s architecture perfectly blends traditional Scandinavian design and modern urban influences through its train stations, quaint coffee shops, restaurants, markets, and cobblestone streets.
Indeed, how one would afford not to to fall in love with this special mix of “old meets new”!
Thankfully, my recent 3 day 2 night trip to Norway was nowhere near disappointing.
For starters, I stayed in Oslo with my #RadissonBlu hotel family the whole time, with short day trips to nearby attractions.
You can read all about some of my Oslo in Winter experiences here!
At the end of every day jam-packed with adventurous winter activities, I was always guaranteed some well-deserved night’s rest after spoiling myself with a warm bath and an unforgettable dining experience with spectacular views at The 34 Restaurant & SkyBar – thanks to Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel in Oslo – a 4-start 37-storey hotel located in the heart of Oslo city.
The Hotel
The staff could not be more helpful.
They were extremely professional, kind and super-friendly.
They were very attentive to my needs and even gave me a run down of must see places in Oslo, must do activities, famous spots in Oslo, tourist traps to avoid in Oslo, and even recommended must-visit restaurants which made my stay a lot more hassle-free especially since I arrived a little earlier than when my official activities for the press trip was beginning.
Central Location
There are tonnes of things that make the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo a favorite for many a guest.
Most notably is the unbeatable location with outstanding views of either the Oslo fjords, or the city; including the top of the Oslo opera house and even ships.
The best part is that you can actually book a room with that view.
This was the view from my room on I think the 22nd floor if I’m not wrong😍.
Indeed, the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel in Oslo could not be more central even if it tried.
It is a great walking distance to most of the most visited and must see places when in Oslo, Oslo attractions, supermarkets local Norwegian restaurants, and just about everything; making it the perfect accommodation in Oslo for navigating the city.
Besides, it is extremely close to the main Train Station, Oslo Sentralstasjon which is filled with shops and restaurants.
But the best part is that the Oslo airport express drops you at the Oslo Central Train Station, a literal 2 minute walk across an adjoining bridge and you’re at the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo.
Cozy Ambiance
Like any other Radisson Blu hotel chain the world over, the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo’s trademark cozy ambiance was quite the eye candy.
The hotel has lots of character with modern, elegant, and updated interiors; whereas the rooms are tastefully decorated, with great design.
All the accent pieces and fixtures complement each other, giving the hotel a chic feel.
The Rooms
Rooms are exceptional, modern, spacious, very well furnished and most have a magnificent views of either the city or the Oslo fjord.
The Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo offers 9 room types:
- Studios with panoramic fjord views
- Suites
- Junior suites
- Premium rooms with panoramic fjord views
- Superior rooms with fjord view
- Superior rooms with city views
- Family rooms
- Premium rooms with panoramic city views, and
- Standard rooms.
All rooms are equipped with free WiFi, a writing desk, satellite TV and a tea/coffee maker.
I stayed in a superior room with city view.
It was so grand and came complete with reading desks and even larger seating area.
Did I mention that the floors are also heated?
YES they are.
And now, on to the biggest test to pleasing me when it comes to staying in at a hotel (as most of you probably already know) is the hotel bed.
My double 🛌🏿 was huge and super super-comfortable.
The mattress and pillows were also soft.
Just how I like it.
I couldn’t get enough of it.
And the bathroom had a large tub to soak in after a long day spent out in the winter cold.
Food and Drink
Breakfast
Hello foodies, this one is for you!
Just letting you know that you don’t have to go out for breakfast!
The hotel serves a very wide selection breakfast buffet at Restaurant Gaio with 3 different serving stations minimizing crowds.
The breakfast buffet is exceptional and options are vast, ranging from a mix of trendy and traditional local cuisine, to dairy, gluten free and organic options; as well as the usual suspects such as fresh fruit, fresh juice, fresh vegetables, cheese, olives, classic pancakes and muffins, eggs, sausages, smoked/canned fish, etc.
You will be spoiled for choice.
The casual Galway Bar located next to the lifts also serves drinks.
Unfortunately didn’t get a chance to visit.
The Sky bar and 34 Restaurant was my favorite spot… for the views, and the drinks.
The main downside is that the food portions were really tiny. Like really tiny. And I’m not even a big eater, so you can imagine how tiny is tiny.
But it was tasty, all the same.
I’d recommend you go here after you’ve had dinner proper so you just hang here for the drinks and the bites.
Other Amenities
Residents of Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Oslo get access to a fully equipped gym with a view, and an indoor swimming pool that you can chill in after a busy day.
There is also a sauna to you warm up in after a long day out in the cold.
Verdict
It’s rather obvious that Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Oslo is perfect for visiting Oslo.
I mean, the hotel has almost pretty much everything that a guest might ever need during a for either business or leisure trip to Oslo.
Truth be told, if you prefer to keep everything pretty central when visiting Oslo, and don’t mind splurging on a lavish hotel room with the most stunning views of Oslo, then the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel is the place to stay.
You get your money’s worth with impeccable service and world class amenities.
Special thanks to the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo team for having me.
I had a blast of 48 hours in Oslo and you guys played such a huge role in making it awesome.
Info
Booking: To reserve a room at the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Oslo just click on this link HERE.
Address: Sonja Henies Plass 3, 0134 Oslo, Norway
Hotel Classification: 4-Star
Check-In: From 15:00 hours until 00:00 hours / Check-Out: Until 12:00 hours
Disclaimer: Thanks to VisitOSLO for sponsoring my stay; but as always, all thoughts that are expressed in this post are 💯 my own.
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