Karl Johan HotelvsAnker Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Best Western Karl Johan Hotell scores significantly higher than Anker Hotel. Best Western Karl Johan Hotell comes in at 80 with approval from 4 publications such as DK Eyewitness, Star Service and Frommer's.
Karl Johan Hotel
Karl Johans Gate 33, Oslo 0162, Norway
From $121/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"As you wander about its stylish public rooms, taking in the stained glass and circular staircase, you'll think you've stumbled into Belle Epoque Paris." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The Norlandia Karl Johan is a late 18th-century, five-storey hotel located on Oslo’s main thoroughfare."
Star Service
"This 100-year-old gray-stone corner building is Best Western's best in the capital, and it represents great value for tourists and frugal but demanding midrange travelers." Full review
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The attitude of the staff also helps to compensate for the room's limited proportions, although they can be difficult to reach for special requests.
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range Best Western Karl Johan Hotell is in the heart of Oslo’s city center, between the Parliament and Royal Palace, with several restaurants and shops on the same block." Full review
Anker Hotel
Storgata 55, Oslo 0182, Norway
From $62/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Fitness Center
- Multilingual
Lonely Planet
"Owned by the same people as the neighbouring Anker Hostel, this could be described as a 'budget business hotel.'." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The Anker is situated between Oslo’s busy main street Karl Johan and Grunerlokka’s young and trendy urban area."
Rough Guide
"This large budget hotel occupies a high-rise block beside the Akerselva River at the east end of Storgata."
Oyster
Budget
"Modern and sleekly minimalist, the Anker Hotel is a lower-middle-range budget-friendly property located between Oslo’s Central Station and Grunerlokka." Full review