I stayed at Thon Gardermoen for one night on a layover, and it was a fine experience, nothing to…read morewrite home about. The layout of this hotel, though, is very unique. They are almost little portable pods that are all attached by hallways. It reminded me of the little portable school rooms from grade school. The room itself was nice and bright with natural light and fun, cheery blues and greens in the decor. Everything was clean and I felt safe, so there's not much more you can hope for in a one night layover stay. The bathroom was super bright and full of light, which was nice to wake you up in the morning when you need to catch your flight. A fire alarm did go off somewhere in error, so we had to all head outside. That's nobody's fault or anything, but I'm glad the little pods each do have the capability to hear the alarms. They also offer a shuttle to the airport (Gardermoen), which I utilized and was great since I was just there for the overnight layover, from the airport and back in the morning. There are a few eateries nearby (I got Peppe's) that you can order delivery from. They also have an eatery of their own at the main check-in area that you can grab some things from. I wouldn't so much stay here for my entire Norwegian trip or anything, but If you want an inexpensive option that is right near the Oslo airport (with a shuttle), definitely consider Thon Gardermoen as an option.

On your way to or from Oslo? Then The Thon Hotel is a great place to chill out for the night and…read morerelax before your next flight. It's very close to the Oslo airport and a quick bus ride gets you there and back easily. Let's start at the beginning. The Lobby. It's nice and clean but small for a hotel with a lot of traffic. There's a waiting/dining area which is handy and the restaurant is right across from the registration desk. The Dining Room & Food. The dining room is a good sized room and if you are meeting your group there, seating is easy. Dinner, on the other hand, was a disappointment to me. There's one entre' per night. The first night I was there, dinner consisted of hamburgers. I am ok with that, but there was no other choice. There was a basic salad bar with a few entries, but nothing special. Everything is self-serve which is convenient if you are in a hurry. Breakfast was the better of the two meals. Breakfast served 3 different types of eggs (yes, I love eggs) and they were all cooked properly but the scrambled eggs were a bit dry for my taste. There was some breakfast meat as well, sausages and greasy bacon. Yogurt and fruit were also available with unlimited coffee on tap. The best part? The meals are free, included with your room, so there's nothing to complain about. And, there's nothing else nearby to visit for a dining experience unless you want to back to the airport. The room itself was small but clean and comfortable. The beds are good, the puffy comforters are a bit too warm for me, but there was no alternative (cotton blanket option) so the only choice was to open a window. In the middle of Feb, that option was not one you can stick with for long. I was either too hot or too cold. The bathroom was clean and stocked with towels but not much else. There's a soap dispenser in the shower instead of lots of little soap bars, which I like much better. My biggest complaint is that there are stairs at the entrance with no ramp. I had heavy bags with me and I would have preferred to have a ramp to get my bags into the lobby, particularly when there is ice and snow on the steps. Staff was overall friendly and accommodating, it was a pleasant stay overall. For the one night I was there, it was perfectly adequate and served my needs as an airport stop over. It's far less expensive than the Raddison which is on the airport property and if you don't mind the bus ride, it's a great alternative to an expensive one night stay.

Great location in next to the Nydalen light rail transit stop and also next to the Akerselva River…read more It's also next to a college, a few eateries. Great deal. In the 1 night we were there, staff came in 3 times saying they need to check something because their alarm is going off. I don't know what the heck is going on but I really hope they fixed it coz it's not cool.

Nice but pillows were flat and comforter was thin, so didn't sleep well. But in a nice quiet area…read moreand good breakfast buffet. Train station is right across the street. 4 stops from Vigeland Park.

relatively new hotel that has a modern lobby area and the most accommodating staff at the front…read moredesk. In the lobby is a great working space and coffee is readily available. Breakfast is included and the breakfast is fantastic. You will not be wanting for anything they have all the bases covered when you step off the elevator to find your room, you are going to find the largest numbers on the door that you have ever seen. There will be no problem knowing what the room number is. Coming into the room, you'll find a great work area with the outlets and lighting that you need. The bed is excellent. The television is good but the selection of networks to get news from anything other than Norway is a problem. With as many international travelers as there are at this hotel, I'm surprised there aren't more options on the news channels. And wonderful shower. When you take into consideration, the price location, modernization, and people this is a hard location to be. I highly recommend it. The bathroom is absolutely fantastic. Double sinks easy to get power a hairdryer And wonderful shower. When you take into consideration, the price location, modernization, and people this is a hard location to be. I highly recommend it.

We looked for a balance of nice but reasonably priced and absolutely found it here! Though you need…read moreto take the T-bane or Trikk to city center, both are very convenient to this location and there is plenty nearby to meet guests needs. We went to the shopping center next door several times and were able to get anything we needed from food, pharmacy, to clothes and other random items. The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-appointed, and the lobby was also excellent. Staff was super friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Our favorite part, though, was the breakfast! It was delicious and had so many fun local foods we were excited for every morning (that barley pudding was amazing!) and there was plenty of seating no matter what time we came downstairs. We truly enjoyed our stay and I would absolutely return on a future trip and check first for Thon hotels in any area we visit next time

The maybe most beautifully situated restaurant in Oslo check all my boxes for five stars. I have…read morealways been very satisfied with the food and drinks I've ordered, especially when I've been lucky enough to visit on a day when they have the grill going! Tender juicy meat and simple yet delicious sauces and sides. 90% of the food is organic, and the prices are very reasonable. Staff is a lovely bunch of happy people, that seems to genuinely like their working place. Open on Sundays all year long, and additionally when they are hosting concerts and other events. During high summer they are open every day. Once in a while on a Friday night they put up the vinyl deck and some local DJs play a fantastic mix of psychedelic rock, dub, cumbia and much more. The local folks fill the floor with wicked moves and dance til' they drop. And if it happens to be summer, you can take a late night skinny dip in the fjord, with dreamy tunes echoing into the night, Oslo's lights twinkling in the distant and the bright moon shining above.

I stayed here for the Oslo part of my Europe trip. I am a fan of Scandic hotels since they're…read moreclean and have very good service. The breakfast which was included with the room rate is amazing. There was a huge variety of items: pancakes you can make yourself with their pancake iron, many types of eggs (hard boil, soft boiled, fried, scrambled), bread (at least 6 different loaves) and seafood (herring, smoked salmon, cooked salmon). They even have a gluten free station. The front staff were very nice and helpful. Also, it's only a short 10 minute walk from the train station. The only con is that the rooms are super small even for Europe standards. There is not even a desk or a chair to sit in the room.

This is a super cute hotel part of the Scandic chain. You will literally find a scandic in every…read morecorner in sentrum oslo. The rooms were very small, but well organized and laid out. Breakfast was very good. Tight quarters if you don't time your entry to breakfast right, but there was always food being replenished at the breakfast spread. Slow on the removal of plates and cups, but who cares when they come back with that new plate of salmon and fresh warm pastry/bread. Watched a lot of nordic skiing and ski jumps on tv, as well as a ton of CSI, NCIS and Big Bang Theory. Overall, really enjoyed the experience.

If you booked this hotel, your decision was probably made based on price. It is a bargain. Rooms…read moreare small, no frills, but clean and comfortable. The staff is friendly and helpful. The location is centrally located to all the must do's in Oslo. The breakfast is so good and filling you won't even need to buy lunch that afternoon. Arian was very helpful even though it was his first day. The train station is only a short walk away. Have fun in Oslo.

One star is one too many. The room is small, unventilated, the only outlets that work are on the…read morefoot end of the prison rack they call beds. There are plenty of outlets by the head of the bed but they don't work. There is an outside door/window in the room but that is sealed shut, might as well brick it up. Worst shower I've ever used, there is a half inch (12mm) depression in the floor that overflows almost immediately. At least the bathroom is big enough to hold your luggage because the room sure isn't. Breakfast ends at 9:30 so we missed it day one, starts at 6:30 so we missed it day two. Sure glad we paid that up charge. The carpet in the common areas is disgusting. It is dead nuts in the city center which is its only redeeming quality. No dinner offered, no bar, no value for your money. The price will catch your eye, don't fall for it. To answer the Yelp question "Oh no! What could improve?" Everything could improve but it is probably beyond redemption.

Definitely worth splurging on this express train to ensure you make your flight time, especially…read morefirst thing in the morning. It is easy to book either through the mobile App, or through the easy to navigate kiosks right at the train station. Only thing to note is that the trains are on the outside of the main central station on the back side. We had an early 5:00AM train, and the main train station building doors were not open which panicked us for a second until we saw others walking around the side to find the tracks on the back side where the Flytoget trains are parked including their offices and kiosks.

Here is a review comparing the express train from Oslo Airport to the city center versus driving:…read more ## The Flytoget Airport Express Train: The Fastest Way from Oslo Airport to the City If you're arriving at Oslo Airport and need to get into the city center quickly and conveniently, look no further than the fantastic Flytoget Airport Express Train. This high-speed train whisks passengers from the airport to Oslo Central Station in a mere 19 minutes[1], making it by far the fastest option. In contrast, driving from the airport to central Oslo typically takes 40-50 minutes[3], over double the travel time of the express train. Traffic and road conditions can also make the drive unpredictable. With the Flytoget, you avoid all that stress and arrive in under 20 minutes, guaranteed. Some other great benefits of taking the Airport Express Train: - Departs every 10 minutes[1], so you never have to wait long - Children under 16 travel for free with an adult[1] - Print your airline bag tags right on the train and skip the airport check-in queues[1] - Comfortable, reliable, and the only high-speed train in Norway[2] For the fastest, simplest, and most convenient way to travel the 50 km between Oslo Airport and the city center, the Flytoget Airport Express Train can't be beat. Once you experience the speed and ease of the 19-minute train ride, you'll never want to drive that route again. Highly recommended for anyone traveling to or from Oslo Airport!