The Thief Oslo is a deluxe hotel located in the Tjuvholmen district that I was excited to review. With a reported cost of US$1 million per room to build, this is an immensely fun art hotel and unique in Oslo.
With a waterfront location on the Oslo fjord and an art collection with pieces borrowed from the adjacent Astrup Fearnley Museet, the hotel feels unique and hygge.
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The Thief Oslo Review
As is often the case, my first interaction with the hotel was via the Concierge team. I was getting winter gloves delivered from Germany, in preparation for the Alaska leg of the trip, and the team were responsible and more than happy to sign for the package as it would arrive a few days before me.
Check in was warm and friendly, and I was handed the key to Room 603 in a matter of minutes. The lady at the front desk also let me know that my package was waiting in the room, which is a perfect example of a well coordinated team.
Standard Room Review
The standard rooms are small but perfectly formed, the sort of cosy space perfect for a Norweigan winter.
The blankets at the foot of the bed doubled as ponchos if you felt like some fresh air on the balcony.
There was an incredibly soft plush robe for lounging around the room.
The bathroom was simple but elegant with a great rainshower.
Carita amenities are provided and were a treat.
The power shower was incredibly invigorating after the journey from Australia.
Breakfast Review
A generous breakfast buffet is included with the room rate, and it was nice to watch Oslo come to life even though the sun was a few hours away from rising.
My table had a nice view of Akershus Fortress to accompany the sausages and eggs.
Being an art hotel, with numerous pieces of original art, there is an Andy Warhol hanging up casually on one of the back walls.
Being in Norway one has to try the smoked salmon, and it was exceptional.
And waffles rounded out breakfast very nicely.
Getting To The Thief Oslo
Public transport in Oslo was clean and efficient, with The Thief being an easy 27 minute train ride from Oslo’s Gardermoen Airport.
Alight at Nationaltheatret Stasjon and you’re an easy 12 minute walk to the hotel.
The Thief Oslo Review Summary
The Thief was a great hotel experience, and quite different from the other traditional hotels in Oslo. Part of the Thief’s Island redevelopment, the location is excellent with museums and sights all within walking distance.
Quite the contrast to the historic hotels like the InterContinental Amstel in Amsterdam, but equally enjoyable.
