Traveling to Norway’s capital? For an ideal base in central Oslo, The Continental Hotel on Stortingsgata is hard to beat. Located within easy reach of public transportation, the ferry harbor, and a rich selection of museums and restaurants, this elegant five-star, family-owned hotel is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and showcases refined Nordic design and hospitality.
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The hotel offers 151 tastefully appointed rooms and individually designed suites, each enhanced by curated artworks that create a calm, sophisticated atmosphere. The current generation of the owning family has introduced several sustainability measures, achieving Eco-Lighthouse certification and implementing practices such as food-waste recycling and efficient, environmentally conscious heating systems.
Breakfast is served in Caroline, named after the hotel’s original owner who began her career as a cook at Oslo’s Grand Hotel in the late 1800s and later married Christian Boman Hansen, a waiter. The breakfast experience at Caroline is generous and varied: guests can order à la carte or enjoy a lavish buffet featuring egg and meat preparations, an assortment of breads and pastries, jams and honey, and freshly squeezed juices.
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Dining options within the hotel include room service and casual drinks and snacks at Bar Bowman, pizza and cocktails at CASBAR, and the classic Theatercafeen for lunch and dinner—don’t miss the chocolate cake roll with apple marmalade served alongside salted caramel ice cream. For a refined evening, Eik Annen Etage offers multicourse tasting menus with three-, four- or five-course options paired with wine selections.
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The hotel is a convenient starting point for exploring Oslo. A short walk brings you to the ferry harbor, where scenic cruises on the Oslofjord depart throughout the day. Nearby attractions include Oslo City Hall, known for its striking exterior relief carvings that illustrate Nordic myths and historical scenes, the Nobel Peace Center, and the National Museum with extensive art collections. For those interested in history, the Historical Museum displays artifacts from the Viking era. Consider the Oslo Pass for easy entry to many museums and unlimited use of the city’s efficient public transport network.