A historic hotel from 1894 in the forested hills above Oslo near Holmenkollen, blending Norwegian national romanticism architecture with modern comforts and stunning city views.
Scandic Holmenkollen Park sits in the forested hills above Oslo near the Holmenkollen ski jump, roughly a 20-minute metro ride on line 1 from Sentrum, trading city-centre convenience for a quiet, nature-facing setting popular with hikers and skiers. The original building dates to 1894 and was constructed in the Norwegian national romanticism style, with steep dragon-style roofs, timber detailing, and turrets that recall traditional stave-building forms; later wings added more conventional hotel rooms while preserving the historic core as event and dining space. Rooms are comfortable and functional rather than opulent, many with views over the surrounding forest or toward the city and fjord in the distance, reflecting the hotel's mid-range positioning. The restaurant serves Norwegian and international dishes with a focus on local ingredients, and the bar is a popular après-ski style gathering spot in winter. Wellness facilities include a spa with sauna and treatment rooms, along with a fitness centre, and the hotel's direct access to the Nordmarka forest makes it a genuine base for hiking in summer and cross-country skiing in winter, unlike most Oslo hotels. Service is relaxed and family-friendly, and the hotel's function rooms in the historic wing make it a popular choice for weddings and conferences seeking a distinctive, non-central venue within easy reach of the city.
Amenities
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Spa
- Gym
- Sauna
- Forest hiking access
- Ski facilities
Location
Kongeveien 26, 0787 Oslo
59.9608, 10.6688 View on map
Highlights
- Historic 1894 national romanticism building near the Holmenkollen ski jump
- Direct access to Nordmarka forest for hiking and cross-country skiing
- Spa with sauna and treatment rooms plus a fitness centre
- Metro access to Sentrum in about 20 minutes via line 1
Tips for visiting
- Bring or rent skis in winter, as the hotel sits close to marked cross-country trails right from the door
- Rooms in the historic wing have more character but smaller bathrooms than the modern extension
- The metro (line 1, Holmenkollen or Frognerseteren stations) is the easiest way into central Oslo without a car
- Visit the nearby Holmenkollen Ski Museum and jump tower, a short walk from the hotel