Storied cultural salon
A lively social energy fills the ground-floor salons, where Oslo locals and hotel guests mingle from afternoon coffee to late-night drinks.
“This early 20th-century hotel has undergone significant renovations in recent years; we checked into one such junior suite that was recently refurbished.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
A fourth-generation family-run institution since 1900, anchoring Oslo milestone celebrations across from the National Theatre.
Notable
Century-old architecture housing historic salon spaces and an extensive private collection of original Edvard Munch lithographs.
Notable
Locals and guests mingle over DJ sets at BAR BOMAN and throughout the buzzing ground-floor salons.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
UK Readers' Choice Awards – The Nordics
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
The century-old Hotel Continental is a grand hotel in the classic tradition, family-owned since 1900.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Facing the National Theatre in Sentrum, you are footsteps from Karl Johans gate and a short stroll to the Aker Brygge waterfront.
The rooms
Individually styled interiors layer soft pearl and silver tones with patterned wallpaper, leading into bright tiled bathrooms with deep soaking tubs.
The gym
- Treatments
- In-room spa treatments arranged on request via concierge.
- Gym
- 24/7 fitness studio equipped with TechnoGym cardio and resistance machines.
Restaurant
Theatercaféen
Portraits of Norwegian artists line this Viennese Art Nouveau cafe, which serves classic brasserie lunches under vaulted ceilings.
At the table
Restaurant Eik Annen Etage serves seasonal tasting menus on the second floor, set beneath grand crystal chandeliers.
How it began
Founded in 1900 by Swedish immigrant Caroline Boman and her husband Christian Hansen, the landmark remains family-run across four generations.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.