The ThiefvsScandic St. Olavs plass
Both hotels are praised by professional travelers. On balance, THE THIEF scores significantly better than Scandic St. Olavs plass. THE THIEF comes in at #1 in Oslo with accolades from 12 reviews such as Gayot, Oyster and Hideaway Report.
The Thief Show All Reviews
Landgangen 1, Oslo 0252, Norway
From $375/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Star Service
"Americans will find this to be one of the best options in town although they are not eligible to redeem or earn loyalty points here." Full review
Frommer's
"In a carefully restored 1890s town house, the privately owned Saga is tucked away in a rare quiet corner of Oslo, is run on eco-friendly lines, and exudes a tranquil air of calm." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Part of the new waterfront development, The Thief is a world-class hotel (albeit one with a strange name) overlooking the Astrup Fearnley Museum." Full review
Wallpaper
"In spite of top-notch art and impeccable design, what really stole our hearts was the spirit of the people working here." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Set on a peninsula in west Oslo, The Thief is a luxury boutique hotel in the city's trendy and artsy Tjuvholmen District." Full review
Gayot
"This hotel will steal your heart with its cool Scandinavian style and museum-centric location."
Afar Magazine
"Rooms are all designed with comfort, style, and entertainment in mind. King-size beds with extra pillows and down duvets are standard in all rooms." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Offering panoramic views over the Oslo fjord, opulent suites, a relaxed rooftop bar as well as an incredible art collection, it is no surprise that The Thief is one of Oslo’s most popular luxury hotels." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"The Thief Hotel. Very tall, very glassy, suave and arty – hardly been there three minutes and I’m already feeling a bit secret agent. " Full review
Hideaway Report
91.0
"Luxurious waterfront design hotel in the center of the Tjuvholmen neighborhood within walking distance of the Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art." Full review
Scandic St. Olavs plass
St Olavs Plass 1, P. B. 6981, Oslo 0165, Norway
From $61/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
DK Eyewitness
"The Scandic Edderkoppen has its own theatre, sauna and fitness area."
Rough Guide
"Overlooking one of the city’s more pleasant, semi-pedestrianized squares, this Scandic hotel occupies a straightforward modern block."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Housed in the same building as the Edderkoppen Theatre, the 241-room, upper-middle-range Scandic Edderkoppen is located in the area of St. Olav's Plass Square." Full review