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About the Hotel

Grensen 20, Oslo, Norway, NO-0159

Close to the city center

Very good

7.9

8.4

/10

3.9

4.0

Loved by Scandic Go, Grensen 20 guests

Rich breakfast
Good location
Comfy bed
Friendly staff
Fast check-in
Lots of options

"Best breakfast I've ever had in a hotel, so much choice and all fresh too, something for everyone!"

Shannon from United Kingdom

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"Just in the city center, 15 min walking from train station, tram in front of the hotel but there is good acoustic insulation."

Daniel from Spain

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"Location was excellent, right in the heart of the city but away from most of the noise, yet a relatively short walk to the nearest train station."

David

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Amenities

Scandic Grensen offers an extensive breakfast buffet each morning, featuring over 100 items, including 15 organic options and gluten-free pastries. Guests can enjoy a 24-hour shop and barception stocked with snacks, light meals, and beverages. This hotel is environmentally conscious, holding the Nordic Swan Ecolabel for its sustainable practices.

Rooms

The hotel provides 96 rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, offering city views. Rooms come equipped with USB charging ports and luxurious rain showers, ensuring convenience and comfort. Various room types include Economy, Economy Plus, Standard, and Superior, catering to different guest needs.

Location

Situated in the city center, Scandic Grensen allows guests quick access to Oslo's cultural and historical sites. The hotel is within walking distance of shopping, restaurants, and nightlife, enhancing the urban experience. Major attractions, including museums and parks, are easily accessible from the hotel.

Dining

Each morning, a large and nutritious breakfast is served in the lounge area, providing a good start to the day. Guests may also find healthy and organic food options at the hotel restaurant. Light meals and snacks are available at the 24-hour shop for any time of day.

Family-Friendly Policies

Children aged 12 and under stay for free when accompanied by an adult. The hotel offers a selection of kid-friendly dishes for younger guests, ensuring everyone is catered for during their stay. Activities and amenities for families contribute to a supportive environment for their needs.

Highlights

Location: center of Oslo, walking distance to cultural landmarks

Rooms: 96 rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows

Breakfast: award-winning breakfast buffet with 100 items

Eco-friendly: Nordic Swan Ecolabel certification

“This hotel strikes me as a practical choice in central Oslo. I appreciate its location near Karl Johans gate and the inclusion of breakfast. While some may find the rooms compact, the overall convenience and focus on essentials make it a solid base for exploring the city.”

Olivia SmithEditor-in-Chief at Cheaphotels

Location: Perfect

9.3/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

DiningBreakfast Paradise

The breakfast had so many choices, even avocado! It was the best breakfast I've had in a long time, a real treat.

Oliver from Canada

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Room FeaturesWarm Comfort

The room was warm and the bed was comfy, perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the city.

Chloe from Australia

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BedroomSweet Dreams

The bed was very comfortable. I slept soundly throughout my stay and woke up feeling refreshed.

Kenji from Japan

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BathroomHeated Bliss

I really appreciated the warm floor in the bathroom; such a nice touch on a cold morning!

Tatiana from Ukraine

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The hotel provides a selection of rooms—doubles, family rooms, and suites—with perks like free cancellation, breakfast options, and great value deals

Standard Double Room

2 persons

130 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Amenities & services

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Facilities: Very good

7.7/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Snack bar

Room features

Heating

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Scandic Go, Grensen 20 Location

Grensen 20, Oslo, Norway, NO-0159

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Grensen 20, Oslo, Norway, NO-0159

City landmarks

Castle

Akershus Castle and Fortress

2900 ft

Museum

Nobel Peace Center

2900 ft

Theatre

Oslo Opera House

4400 ft

Public Building

Oslo City Hall

2200 ft

Museum

Viking Ship Museum

2.1 mi

Gallery

Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art

1.0 mi

Museum

Norway's Resistance Museum

3200 ft

Landmark

The Royal Palace

3000 ft

Landmark

Contemporary architecture

4400 ft

Park

Palace Park

3500 ft

Landmark

Tjuvholmen

5100 ft

Museum

The Ibsen Museum

3100 ft

Museum

Munch Museum

1.4 mi

Stadium

Oslo Spektrum

2900 ft

Museum

The Fram Museum

1.7 mi

Park

The University's Botanical Garden

1.4 mi

Mall

Ostbanehallen

2600 ft

Gallery

The Mini Bottle Gallery AS

2400 ft

Park

St. Hanshaugen

3700 ft

Landmark

Oslo Stock Exchange

2200 ft

Gallery

Kunstnernes Hus

2900 ft

Museum

Vigeland Museum

1.6 mi

Museum

Armed Forces Museum

4400 ft

Mall

Byporten Shopping Centre

2900 ft

Nearby

Gallery

National Museum

900 ft

Church

Oslo Cathedral

1200 ft

Karl Johans Gate

Karl Johans gate

800 ft

Public Building

Storting building

800 ft

Theatre

Nationaltheatret

600 ft

Zoo

Oslo Reptile Park

1900 ft

Restaurants

Bohemen Sportspub

200 ft

Arbeidergata 2

Pink Fish Grensen

500 ft

Grensen 17

Erlik Kaffe

500 ft

Akersgata 32

Malik's Original Bistro

300 ft

Kristian Iv's gate 1

Norlaks

300 ft

Pilestredet 9 Helgesens gate 18

Mamma Pizza Osteria

2100 ft

Dronningens gate 22

Max Hamburger

900 ft

Karl Johans gate 18c

Deli de Luca

800 ft

Karl Johans gate 3

Illegal Burger

1900 ft

Moellergata 23 Olaf Ryes Plass 4

New Beirut Kebab

1300 ft

Mollergate 8

What'soup

1400 ft

Kongens gate 23 Basement of the Shopping Mall Steen & Strom

Explore Oslo

Explore Oslo's Highlights

National Museum

4 minutes walking

Home to Norway's largest collection of art. Features stunning exhibitions and is free on certain days.

Oslo City Hall

9 minutes walking

Iconic location for the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Known for its impressive architecture and beautiful murals.

Akershus Castle and Fortress

11 minutes walking

Historic medieval castle offering guided tours. Stunning views of the harbor and a peek into Norway's history.

Nobel Peace Center

11 minutes walking

Engaging exhibits highlighting peace efforts. Features interesting displays and hosts events throughout the year.

Ekebergparken Sculpture Park

25 minutes walking

Outdoor park featuring sculptures and walking paths. Great for families and art enthusiasts alike. Free admission.

Fjord Sightseeing Tour

16 minutes driving

Explore Oslo's stunning fjords on a guided boat tour. Great for thrill-seekers and nature lovers, booking is recommended.

Yoga Classes at Funksjonell Trening

5 minutes walking

Relaxing yoga sessions available just a short walk away. Ideal for unwinding after a busy day.

Bohemen Sportspub

1 minute walking

Casual pub atmosphere offering classic pub fare. Great for enjoying a local beer and catching a game.

Pink Fish Grensen

2 minutes walking

Fresh fish dishes with sustainable ingredients. Modern setting, perfect for a quick and healthy lunch.

Erlik Kaffe

2 minutes walking

Cozy café with a selection of pastries and coffee. Ideal for a light snack or casual meeting.

Nationaltheatret

2 minutes walking

The premier venue for performing arts in Oslo. Regular shows and a beautiful setting make it perfect for culture lovers.

Blå

15 minutes driving

Popular music venue on the riverbank featuring live jazz and club events. Vibrant atmosphere perfect for nightlife.

Getting around town

City Centre

Oslo8 min · 2000 ft

Airports

Oslo (OSL)79 min · 32.7 mi

Moss Rygge (RYG)109 min · 44.8 mi

Train

Oslo Central Station10 min · 2700 ft

Underground

Stortinget3 min · 700 ft

Jernbanetorget9 min · 2300 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of NOK 200 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Norwegian, Swedish, Romanian, Polish, Russian, Estonian

Year renovated:

2010

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

Former name

HTL Grensen

Reviews and Ratings

What past guests shared about their stay

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Scandic Go, Grensen 20 is frequently praised for its central location, making it easy to explore Oslo; many guests appreciate being within walking distance of the train station, Karl Johans gate, and Akers Brygge. A highlight for many is the breakfast, with a good variety of options. Some guests have noted that the air conditioning controls were not easily accessible in their rooms, but overall, the hotel is considered a comfortable base for exploring the city.

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Review score

Based on 790 verified reviews

7.5/10

Very good

73%

Recommend

Location

9.3/10

Breakfast

8.8/10

Paid Wi-Fi

4.7/10

Facilities

7.7/10

Pros

Central location

Good breakfast

Comfortable bed

Good wifi

Cons

Small room

Dirty carpet

Hot room

Tight space

Victor from France

Single

standard double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:February 04, 2026

9/10

central location with great breakfast

central locationgood breakfastpublic transport

the breakfast was very good and offered many options. the hotel's location is a plus for walking around. public transport stops are very close.

The carpets seemed like they needed renewing. Though they were clean. It bothered me a bit.

Service

9/10

the staff was friendly and helpful from my arrival. they assisted with all my inquiries quickly. i appreciated that the reception had a coffee machine available at no extra charge to hotel clients.

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Peter from United Kingdom

Couple

Standard Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:January 16, 2026

9.0/10

Excellent Stay in a Central Hotel

central locationwarm floortasty optioneasy access

I found the hotel to be very centrally located with convenient access to many restaurants. I appreciated the good bed in my room and the warm floor in the bathroom, a real treat. Breakfast deserves a mention, as it was diverse with tasty options. I especially liked that all the city attractions were within easy walking distance (that's what I call prime location!).

The carpet in the main hallway on my floor seemed quite worn.

Service

9/10

The staff assisted me promptly with my check-in and check-out processes. They addressed my inquiries efficiently and provided clear information about the hotel amenities. I observed them handle requests with professionalism and a friendly attitude.

Facilities

8/10

The hotel provided dependable high-speed internet access throughout my stay, which allowed me to work efficiently. The lobby included comfortable seating.

Dining

9/10

The breakfast area was well-kept, with staff constantly replenishing food items (especially the fresh fruit). The selection included a variety of breads, cheeses, and hot dishes. I found the coffee machine to be user-friendly.

Rooms

9/10

My room featured a comfortable bed with clean linens and sufficient pillows. I appreciated the presence of blackout curtains that really helped in blocking light from outside. The bathroom included soap, shampoo, and shower gel in refillable dispensers.

Location

10/10

The hotel is conveniently located near public transport options , made city exploration easy. Several restaurants and shops are within a short walking distance of the hotel. Access to nearby attractions is very straightforward.

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Rick from United States

Single

Economy Twin Room Plus

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:January 16, 2026

6/10

Acceptable Location. Notable Carpet Condition

suitable locationunclean carpets

The hotel's location proved suitable for city exploration.

The carpets throughout the hotel were noticeably unclean. This detracted from the overall experience, and I hope that this can be resolved soon. They require replacement, and I expect better.

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Christina from United States

Couple

economy double room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed:December 26, 2025

7/10

delicious breakfastperfect locationdirty carpetsmall room

i found the breakfast to be delicious, it had many options. i really liked the location too, it was easy to reach all parts of the city by foot (no need for public transport!).

the carpet in the main hallway of my floor seemed quite dirty. the room was also small and not very easy to move around in, i felt (it was a bit cramped).

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Victor from Canada

Single

standard double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:December 12, 2025

8.5/10

central and convenient

amazing breakfast spreadcentral locationfriendly staffworn carpet

the breakfast spread was amazing with diverse choices to start the day right i appreciated the central location near the train station making it easy to get around the city the staff were friendly and helpful providing quick service at all times

i noticed the hallway carpets need replacement they looked worn and could use some attention it is a minor issue but fixing it would certainly improve the overall appearance of the hotel

Dining

9/10

the breakfast buffet presented various options including fresh fruit cereals pastries and hot dishes the dining area was well maintained and the staff ensured that all items were replenished regularly it was a lovely experience

Facilities

8/10

i found the hotel had efficient services like speedy wifi throughout the premises and also appreciated the availability to store luggage after checking out all these thoughtful touches definitely enhanced my overall experience i felt welcomed and accommodated

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Daniel from Germany

Couple

Standard Double Room

3 nights in June 2025

Reviewed:July 07, 2025

7/10

Acceptable Stay with Some Issues

practical locationtop floornice viewhallway carpetssmall roomluggage space

The location was really practical for visiting attractions in the city center , also accessing public transport was easy. I was fortunate to get a room on the top floor with a nice view , I appreciated that. Breakfast had many options and was great.

The hallway carpets need changing desperately , they looked very bad. My room was small and not as clean as I expected. The room lacked space for luggage.

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FAQs

About Scandic Go, Grensen 20

What is the check-in and check-out policy at Scandic Grensen?

Check-in starts at 16:00 and check-out is by 12:00.

Which landmarks are located near Scandic Grensen?

Nearby landmarks include the National Gallery (0.5 km), the Royal Palace (1 km), and Akershus Fortress (1 km).

What dining options are available near Scandic Grensen?

Nearby restaurants include Pink Fish Grensen, Hereford Steakhouse, Bohemen Sportspub, Subway, Kaffistova, Oriental Restaurant, Brasserie France, and La Brasserie, all located within 0.5 km.

What breakfast options does Scandic Grensen offer?

Scandic Grensen offers a daily breakfast with more than 100 items, including healthy and organic options, available for an additional charge of 200 NOK.

What are some of the main facilities at Scandic Grensen?

The hotel features free Wi-Fi in rooms, luggage storage, a 24-hour reception, and laundry services.

What room amenities are available at Scandic Grensen?

Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, USB connectivity, an electric kettle, free toiletries, and a safety deposit box.