Thon Hotel Slottsparken

Thon Hotel Slottsparken is a mid-range hotel at Bogstadveien 22, on the shopping street that runs north-west from the Royal Palace Park through the Majorstuen district of Oslo. The location puts the Palace Park and the Royal Palace within a short walk, while the trams along Bogstadveien and the Majorstuen metro and tram hub provide quick connections to the city centre, Frogner Park and the Holmenkollen line to the forested hills above the city. The area is more residential and local in feel than the Karl Johan district, with cafes, bakeries, boutiques, grocery stores and restaurants lining the street, which suits visitors who want to experience everyday Oslo. The hotel is part of the Thon Hotels chain and follows its practical approach: simple, clean rooms, a helpful 24-hour reception and a breakfast that is often the main attraction. Room types include Standard Double, Twin, Superior and Family rooms, and listed amenities are Wi-Fi, breakfast, a restaurant or bar and a 24-hour reception. The breakfast buffet typically follows Norwegian tradition with breads, cheeses, cold cuts, fish, eggs, cereals and fruit, though inclusion depends on the rate. Service is friendly and efficient, drawing a mix of leisure travellers, families and business visitors. Indicative double-room prices range from about NOK 1,000 to NOK 2,000 per night, a good value in an upmarket part of the capital. The walk to the National Theatre and Karl Johans gate takes roughly fifteen to twenty minutes through the Palace Park, which is pleasant in daylight in the warmer months. Trams are frequent, and the neighbourhood is generally quieter at night than the centre, though Bogstadveien can be busy during the day with shoppers and commuters.