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Hotel Continental Oslo vs Thon Hotel Cecil

Both Hotel Continental Oslo and Thon Hotel Cecil are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Hotel Continental Oslo scores significantly better than Thon Hotel Cecil. Hotel Continental Oslo comes in at 93 with endorsements from 11 reviews including Fodor's, Michelin Guide and DK Eyewitness.

Hotel Continental Oslo
Hotel Continental Oslo
8 / 10
Stortingsgaten 24 / 26, Oslo 0161, Norway
From $275 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Classical lounge-bar and bright, modern bedrooms... Very personal service."
Frommer's Frommer's
"It's not the Grand -- what is? -- but this deluxe hotel is beautifully appointed and, quite frankly, more fun, attracting the entertainment industry crowd." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Meticulously maintained Victorian decor with brocade walls and oil paintings outfits the public spaces; the 155 guest rooms are furnished with antiques."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"A five-star hotel of the old school, the Continental offers exquisite period rooms with privileged views over several interesting monuments." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Hotel Continental is regarded as one of the finest hotels in the world. It has been a family-run business for four generations and the building dates back more than a century."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"Arguably the classiest hotel in town, family-owned and with swish public areas that ooze an easy comfort – all pastel shades, flowers, and even some Munch paintings."
Star Service Star Service
"This grande dame holds the kind of sophisticated style that attracts a more loosely wound bloodline of landed gentry." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Bland exterior masks five-star service required by core business clientele of financiers and oil executives. A treat for anyone else who can afford it." Full review
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
94.0
"Opulent family-run Victorian hotel in the heart of Oslo and opposite the National Theatre, with a fine art collection that includes prints by Norwegian expressionist Edvard Munch." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"History meets modernity at this landmark—it's a sophisticated stay with stylish guest rooms and posh common areas." Full review
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Thon Hotel Cecil
Thon Hotel Cecil
7 / 10
Stortingsgata 8, Entrance Rosenkrantzgate, Oslo 0161, Norway
From $122 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Multilingual
  • Meeting Rooms
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This contemporary hotel enjoys a central location, with many restaurants, sights, and shops within a short walk of the main entrance of the hotel." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"A short walk from Parliament, this modern hotel is a relatively inexpensive option in the center of town."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This pleasant city-centre hotel is primarily geared towards business travellers. Conveniently located close to all the major attractions, its rooms are bright and comfortably furnished."