Karl Johan HotelvsClarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus
Both hotels are endorsed by writers. Overall, Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus is preferred by most professionals compared to Best Western Karl Johan Hotell. Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus scores 82 with accolades from 7 reviewers like Rough Guide, Frommer's and Concierge.
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
Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus
Gabelsgate 16, Oslo 0272, Norway
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Beautiful... house in smart, residential neighbourhood. Peaceful atmosphere."
Frommer's
"This member of the Clarion Collection chain may not be as first-class as its... brethren (the Savoy or the Bastion), but in some ways we prefer it because of its location." Full review
Concierge
"Housed in an ivy-covered, five-story brick building that dates to 1921, the Hotel Gabelshus is a very elegant place to base yourself."
Lonely Planet
"Choose between graceful modern rooms or natty old ones in this fine hotel set in a quiet neighbourhood where the only noise you're likely to hear is that of squirrels sleeping." Full review
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Choose between graceful modern rooms or natty old ones in this fine hotel set in a quiet neighbourhood where the only noise you're likely to hear is that of squirrels sleeping.
DK Eyewitness
"The ivy-covered Gabelshus is located in an exclusive residential area with beautiful townhouses, embassies, high-class restaurants and cafés all within walking distance."
Rough Guide
"A good-looking, ivy-covered building dating from 1912, this attractive, medium-sized hotel stands in a smart residential area a couple of kilometres west of the city centre, off Drammensveien."
Fodor's
"Built as a guesthouse in 1912, this chic boutique hotel is hidden behind an ivy-covered old-world English facade." Full review