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Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus

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A stay at Hotel Gabelshus offers a deep dive into the culture and history of Oslo. The interior is composed of historical details and fantastic paintings. Being in the heart of an elegant residential area and in walking distance from Vigelandsparken, Aker Brygge and the Royal castle you are guaranteed an exciting stay in Oslo.The hotel offers tasty meals in a charming atmosphere with access to our popular terrace for outside dining. Enjoy your breakfast or complimentary evening meal surrounded by murals reflecting the history of the area. The special atmosphere of the dining room and lounges around has been a background of various fashion shoots.Hotel Gabelshus offers a range of salons with a relaxing atmosphere- the hotel library has a dignified style where you can relax with a book, watch TV or enjoy a glass of wine. The so- called fireplace room is furnished with antique furniture and calming colors offering relaxation in comfortable armchairs in front of the open fireplace.Hotel Gabelshus has a long and exciting history. The mansion was erected in 1912 and was originally a lodging house. The three first managers and owners were women, one more special than the other. Miss Sommerfeldt who ran it from 1933-45 lived herself in the building with her two parrots that had free access to anywhere in the building. She ran the place in a caring and authoritative manner at daytime and used to relax with her guests smoking a pipe in the evening.
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Property amenities
Paid public parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Parking
Wifi
Sauna
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Wine / champagne
Meeting rooms
Spa
Hammam
Steam room
Baggage storage
Currency exchange
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Allergy-free room
Air conditioning
Fireplace
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Private balcony
Room service
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
Safe
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Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Residential Neighbourhood
Quaint
Languages Spoken
English, Norwegian, Swedish
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scook wrote a review 2 Mar
United Kingdom144 contributions94 helpful votes
Great hotel just outside central Oslo (10 mins max on the tram) our room was great with plenty of room, comfy bed and a bath and great shower. Hotel also has a gym and sauna available. A bonus, especially with Norway prices, is that they include breakfast, dinner and even 'fika' which is afternoon tea, all in with the price. All of which whilst not exceptional was of a very decent standard and very welcomed. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Overall, no complaints from us at all and we'd certainly rebook if visiting Oslo again.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Dear scook, Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us and the TripAdvisor community. I am thrilled to hear that you had such a good experience with us and that you enjoyed your stay. . We hope to see you again soon. Yours truly, Karl Einar Sundby-Bagaas General Manager
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Jeanette H wrote a review Aug 2022
Mount Holly, North Carolina22 contributions33 helpful votes
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This was our second time staying at this wonderful hotel. This time it was undergoing some renovation, so the front was closed off. However, the quality remained the same and we were very pleased with our stay. Besides a perfect location and the charming atmosphere, the delicious breakfast AND dinner that are included are a real plus. It was a perfect way for us to experience Oslo in a relaxed and satisfying manner.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Dear Jeanette H, Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us and the TripAdvisor community. I am overjoyed to hear that you had such a good experience with us and that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon. Yours truly, Karl Einar Sundby-Bagaas General Manager
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Durnovarian wrote a review Dec 2023
London21 contributions12 helpful votes
It was a pleasure to return to Gabelshus which had been beautifully redecorated since our previous visit . The staff were as friendly and helpful as before and the food (particularly breakfast) was good quality.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Responded 10 Dec 2023
Dear Durnovarian, Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us and the TripAdvisor community. I am overjoyed to hear that you had such a good experience with us and that you enjoyed every moment of your stay. We are looking forward to seeing you again soon. Yours truly, Karl Einar Sundby-Bagaas General Manager
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Danielle842 wrote a review Nov 2023
Richardson, Texas9 contributions1 helpful vote
I travel to Oslo very frequently for business, so I've tried many hotels in the area over the past few years. This is my current favorite. No, it doesn't have air conditioning or in-room coffee, and yes, the rooms are a bit small and old, but this place has character, unlike the large chain hotels. Breakfast, fika, and dinner are included in the price. All are delicious. Free coffee and tea are available in the dining area 24 hours a day. The posted hours for breakfast during the week are 7-10am, but it's actually available starting around 5am, which I found convenient given my work schedule. The staff are extremely friendly, so it felt more like a bed and breakfast, not a hotel. I asked one morning for the gym to be opened at 5am (posted hours are 6am-10pm), and the man on staff happily agreed. The next morning, he recognized me and opened it without me even needing to ask. When I arrived too late for the fika one afternoon, the cook offered to bring me some fruit in case I was too hungry to wait 1 hour until the dinner started. The rooms are cleaned every 4 days. I had a long series of meetings one evening and the cleaning woman adjusted her schedule so that she could clean my room during my break. She also noticed I preferred to have two towels and started leaving me a second one without me needing to ask. The hotel is on a quiet side street. I had someone in the room above me 2 of the 12 nights I was there, but otherwise it was extremely quiet all night. I'll be back.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Responded 7 Nov 2023
Dear Danielle842, Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us and the TripAdvisor community. I am overjoyed to hear that you had such a good experience with us and that you enjoyed every moment of your stay. We hope to see you again soon. Yours truly, Karl Einar Sundby-Bagaas General Manager
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samantha190479 wrote a review Nov 2023
Oslo, Norway8 contributions9 helpful votes
A lovely stay at this cozy and comfy hotel. Absolutely perfect in every way. A great place to take a break and chillout . The food was amazing the breakfast buffet and evening meal is included and WOW everything you could think of needless to say I ate too much. The buffet was absolutely amazing. The staff at the hotel are super friendly and very attentive.. A special mention to Ronna who was amazing for assisting in booking my flights. The only negative thing was that the room was only cleaned once during my stay and that was my last night this was disappointing as my stay was several days.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 7 Nov 2023
Dear samantha190479, Thank you for taking the time to share this wonderful review. I am delighted to hear that you had a memorable stay with us and hope that you will return to Clarion Collection Gabelshus again in the near future. And thank you for your kind words about Ronna, I look forward letting her know. I am sorry though about the information on the cleaning, as we have "no stay cleaning" by default. However we do provide stay cleaning if you let the reception know the day before. We have information about this both at the front desk and in the room. I am sorry that this information did not reach you. Yours truly, Karl Einar Sundby-Bagaas General Manager
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sabinek wrote a review Oct 2023
3 contributions1 helpful vote
Do you like noisy air conditioning? Or staff that cannot be bothered? Then chose this hotel. Otherwise better go somewhere else... Food is good, location is good, room is nice. But that noise directly above the bed? Not hyggelig.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded 12 Oct 2023
Dear S4883DUsabinek, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I would first like to personally apologize for your less than perfect experience with us. There is never an excuse for guest dissatisfaction, and this is certainly not indicative of the experience we endeavor to provide at our hotel. We have followed up the ventilation issue we had in several of our rooms in a small period and also in the it was met by the staff member in a negative matter, we are truly sorry for this. I hope that you will afford us the opportunity to redeem ourselves and show you the level of true Clarion Collection service that you deserve. Please reach out to us directly prior to your next arrival so that we can make sure it is a flawless experience. Karl.einar.sundby-bagaas@strawberry.no Yours truly, Karl Einar Sundby-Bagaas General Manager
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Sean R wrote a review Sept 2023
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Great nights stay here! The lady on the front desk was very helpful and able to guide us on places to visit at night in Oslo. The hotel is located in a quiet residential area but in easy reach of the center and tourist spots such as Vigeland Park via the tram (last tram at weekends is around 1am). Both the evening meal (Chilli Con Carne main with meat and vegan options, as well as selection of salads, breads etc) and breakfast buffets were excellent with a wide selection of tasty food and efficient and friendly service from the staff. Coffee was also very good (Fika here was minimal though, had better selections at other Clarion Collection hotels). We stayed in one of the suites, which was immaculately clean, nicely decorated, amply sized, and had a well appointed bathroom and soft beds (everything seemed recently refurbished). Will definitely stay here again next time we are in Oslo!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 26 Sept 2023
Dear seanrU9823VZ, Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us and the TripAdvisor community. I am glad to hear that you had such a good experience with us and that you enjoyed every moment of your stay. We hope to see you again soon. Yours truly, Karl Einar Sundby-Bagaas General Manager
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Jayson B wrote a review Jun 2023
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We stayed here for 2 nights . The room was a little bit small for a family of 4 . But the hotel itself and rooms are very clean and nice . The area of the hotel is beautiful. The breakfast and dinner area was fantastic. Food is very good and delicious probably better than most restaurant outside.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Parking is limited and tight spaces but there is a lot of available street parking
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Dear Jayson B, Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us and the TripAdvisor community. I am overjoyed to hear that you had such a good experience with us and that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon. Yours truly, Karl Einar Sundby-Bagaas General Manager
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mrgraham1963 wrote a review Mar 2023
Kent, United Kingdom1 contribution
The hotel is based just outside of the main city centre but with such easy assess to the tram and bus services you didn't need to be any closer. The front if house staff were all so incredibly helpful
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Dear mrgraham1963, Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us and the TripAdvisor community. I am overjoyed to hear that you had such a good experience with us and that you enjoyed every moment of your stay. We hope to see you again soon. Yours truly, Karl Einar Sundby-Bagaas General Manager
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Renzo C wrote a review Sept 2022
Province of Malaga, Spain133 contributions44 helpful votes
The property was under renovation and a temporary entrance and reception were set up. The room although a Superior Double was very ordinary and past its prime. Good size room with coffee machine, iron and ironing board, safe and mini bar. The bathroom is basic, no bath mat, sink cracked, no extraction fan and pathetic dim lighting. Corridor with stained carpet and used as storage for linen trolleys. The highlight of our stay was the breakfast buffet with great variety and high quality products. The employees at front desk were pleasant and efficient. The property is well located in the embassy district and you can easily walk to the Royal Palace or to the Port area in about 15 minutes.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Responded 29 Sept 2022
Dear Renzo C, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. While I wish you had a better experience, it is feedback like this that we learn from and use to improve. As you probably saw, we are undergoing a renovation, half the hotel at a time. We are updating all the issues you mentioned and in march next year the whole renovation will be finished. I hope you will come back then. Yours truly, Karl Einar Sundby-Bagaas General Manager
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£109 - £158 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus
Which popular attractions are close to Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus?
Nearby attractions include Svanen (0.3 miles), Gimle Cinema (0.3 miles), and SebastienBruno Frogner (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus?
Yes, paid public parking nearby and paid public parking on-site are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus?
Conveniently located restaurants include hos Thea, Keyser Social, and Natraj Tandoori Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre and a sauna during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Clarion Collection Hotel Gabelshus?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Swedish, and Norwegian.