Oslo's most luxurious design hotel located on Tjuvholmen waterfront features contemporary Nordic design, a world-class art collection, and a stunning rooftop terrace with fjord views. The hotel boasts a full-service spa, Michelin-quality dining, and impeccable service.
The Thief occupies a prime position on Tjuvholmen, Oslo's art-and-architecture waterfront district, a 15-minute walk from the Royal Palace and 25 minutes from Oslo Central Station along the harbour promenade. The surrounding neighbourhood is home to the Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art, high-end galleries, and the Aker Brygge marina, making it one of the city's most vibrant cultural addresses. The building was designed by Mellbye Arkitekter and opened in 2013 as a purpose-built design hotel, its angular glass-and-steel silhouette facing the Oslofjord. Every public space and corridor doubles as gallery space, with a rotating collection of works by artists including Damien Hirst, Jeff Koons, and Norwegian contemporaries. Guest rooms range from Standard Fjord Rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and bespoke oak furniture to penthouse suites with wraparound terraces overlooking the water. Standout room features include 58-inch art-channel TVs, rain showers with Espa products, and pillow menus. The Thief Bar serves Nordic-inflected cocktails and an all-day food menu; the rooftop terrace opens in summer for panoramic views over the fjord. The hotel's spa offers a full menu of massage, body wrap, and facial treatments, plus a heated outdoor pool and sauna suite. Staff are known for meticulous personal service — concierge teams arrange private gallery tours, yacht charters on the fjord, and restaurant reservations across the city. The hotel is unsuited to budget travellers but delivers one of Scandinavia's most complete luxury experiences in a building that is itself an architectural statement.
Amenities
- rooftop bar
- spa
- fine dining restaurant
- art gallery
- fitness center
- waterfront location
Location
Landgangen 1, 0252 Oslo
59.9065, 10.7205 View on map
Highlights
- Rotating contemporary art collection curated across every floor, featuring works by internationally recognised artists including Damien Hirst and Jeff Koons
- Rooftop terrace with open fjord and city views, open seasonally for cocktails and social gatherings
- Prime Tjuvholmen location steps from the Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art and the Aker Brygge waterfront
- Full-service spa with heated outdoor pool, sauna, and bespoke Espa treatment menu
- Architect-designed building on the Oslofjord waterfront — the property itself is a landmark
Tips for visiting
- Book a Fjord-View room on an upper floor for the best sunrise light over the Oslofjord
- Reserve spa treatments well in advance, particularly in summer when occupancy peaks
- The Astrup Fearnley Museum is a five-minute walk and offers some free evening openings — ask the concierge for the current schedule
- Parking is extremely limited on Tjuvholmen; use public transport or the hotel valet service