You will sense that a great deal of thought and years of tradition are at its core...
You may not notice anything special when you are about to enter Hotel Continental Oslo, although you may have an inkling of what is in store for you. A really good hotel provides an experience that is slow in unfolding, a pleasant revelation of inner qualities that combine to form an integrated whole. Once you are inside, this unifying concept will gradually become apparent. You will sense that a great deal of thought and years of tradition are at its core.
Hotel Continental has been a family enterprise for four generations. It is over 100 years old, and is situated in the heart of Oslo - the capital of Norway. Indeed, it is the heart of the city! The sights of this fascinating capital city are more accessible from the hotel than from anywhere else.
Hotel Continental is an extroverted enterprise, an open and generous hotel and a lively restaurant house that are the pride of the city. The kitchen represents the heart of this house. Outstanding chefs and ambitious apprentices contribute every single day to the cuisine, which is a continuous source of inspirations and renewal - to the delight of the guests as well as to itselves.
LOCATION
Hotel Continental Oslo is in down-town, between Aker Brygge and the Oslo fjord, the Royal Palace, The National Theatre and The Parliament. Oslo Airport Gardermoen is located 43 km north of Oslo, and various forms of transport are available into the city centre.
PROPERTY AMENITIES
* Annen Etage Restaurant:
Annen Etage has become an institution in the Norwegian restaurant world, a model for ambitious chefs and a unique experience for everyone who visits it. Cast in a classical contemporary setting, the restaurant combines culinary tradition with innovation in a distinctively sophisticated manner.
* Dagligstuen Bar:
Dagligstuen is lobby bar, the place to relax after your arrival at the hotel. You can enjoy one of the chef's many specialities or choose from a selection of sandwiches. Although it is quiet and subdued, it has a vibrant undertone. You can enjoy a cocktail while doing some serious people-watching. In this large yet intimate bar there is always something to catch your attention.
* Caroline:
At Continental the hotel want to ease the guests gently into a new day. The breakfast restaurant Caroline offers you a comprehensive buffet, subdued music and comfortable surroundings.
* Steamen Cafe:
Steamen is the sidewalk cafe in Olav V's gate with a maritime atmosphere. This is a place for a quick visit to enjoy a delicious snack or a refreshing beverage to warm you up - or cool you down.
* Foxx Cafe:
Foxx is an informal and trendy sidewalk cafe and bar serving light meals that can be enjoyed inside the cafe or as takeaway. You are welcome to bring your laptop and use the wireless broadband.
* Hotel Continental's banqueting service creates the perfect setting for a private party. Special attention is given to the overall effect as well as to details, ensuring a memorable experience, whether your event is a stately banquet for a large number of guests or a cosy gathering for a chosen few. New ideas are often born of experience, and Continental has been gaining experience and developing ideas for 100 years.
* Hotel Continental's conference centre is designed to ensure uninterrupted work in comfortable and stimulating surroundings. The hotel has nine meeting rooms on two floors, amounting to 600 square metres that can be adapted to the needs of 2 to 40 people.
ROOM AMENITIES
* The 154 rooms vary in size, but are all of a very high standard, combining antique furniture and opulent luxury with modern facilities. They are decorated in pastel shades. In one of Norway's top hotels it goes without saying that both the rooms and the bathrooms are in absolutely exceptional condition.
Hotel Facilities
- Bar
- Hairdresser
- Internet Access
- Laundry Service
Room Facilities
- Balcony / Terrace
- Cable / Satellite Television
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Reviewer From:Bracknell, UK
Stayed here Aug 27-30th.
Like the majority of the other reviews, I would rate this hotel highly. The location is excellent for sightseeing. The rooms are well decorated and a good size. The bed we had was EXCEPTIONALLY comfortable, and I am picky about my beds! The only issue is the street noise. With the windows closed, it is absolutely silent. If you need to have them open (it was not hot when we were there), it would be difficult to get a good sleep. Earplugs required! If I was being really nit-picky, I would say the service in the breakfast room wasn't great; it took AGES to get a cup of coffee. But as it is otherwise buffet, this is really just a minor annoyance. I would stay here again.
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Reviewer From:Ventura, CA
I was very happy with our accommodations at the Hotel Continental. The location was great-we were able to walk to most of the things we wanted to do. The room was large and the bathroom was bigger
than I expected it to be. It also had a heated floor, which was a pleasant surprise. The hotel has an old-world elegence and the staff
is very helpful. They recommended a very good restaurant-"Terra" that was just a block or so from the hotel. I would highly recommend this hotel.
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Reviewer From:Fjellhamar, Norway
I just checked out of the Continental after having spent one night in a delux double. I stayed at the Continental to compare it with the Grand Hotel, and here are my findings:
Like the Grand, this is an old hotel with traditions. The building and everything in it is not as pretty and elegant and 'ritzy' as the Grand. It has more of an old world charm. Generally I had the feeling that rooms (and corridors) feels a bit faded and may need a face lift. My room was large and airy, but the bath was on the small side. I also got to look at a standard double on the top floor with a balcony. These rooms are quite small. Because of this I opted for the delux room.
Now for the good news: Very nice and helpfull staff. Nice toiletteries (own brand with hotel logo). Good information in room elegantly presented in leather bound folders. Nighlty turn-down service (not often seen in Norway, I believe). Generally, they made me feel very welcome and at home, which is much of what good hotels are all about.
All in all I would say that while the Grand is a nicer building, the Continental is a much better hotel. Possibly the best 5-star in Oslo.
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Reviewer From:Swindon, UK
Wonderful Hotel Continental, brilliant people and helpful. There was nothing that was too much trouble. All the staff were kind and courteous and offered information and knowledge that was unsurpassed.I would go there again for business and pleasure.Wendy Emmerson
ATTRACTIONS
* Oslo Airport Airport - 43 km
* National Theatre Bus Station - 0.1 km
* Central Station Train Station - 1 km
* National Theatre Tub Station - 0.1 km
* Sjolyst exhibition centre Exhibition Center - 2 km
* The National Gallery - 0.5 km
* Paleet/Karl Johan Shopping Area - 0.1 km
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