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The 10 Best Hostels in Oslo, Norway

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Surrounded by the greenery of Oslo’s Grefsen neighbourhood, this hostel is 4 km from the city centre. It offers access to a fully equipped kitchen, garden with BBQ and free WiFi in public areas.

Communal rooms at the hostel include a TV lounge, as well as a library. A laundry room is available at Haraldsheim, along with vending machines with drinks and snacks. Outdoor furniture can be enjoyed when the weather is nice.

The room is indeed clean and comfy

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8.2
Very good
5,144 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

This quiet hostel is in the leafy district of Kjelsås, 7 km from Oslo city centre. It offers free WiFi and private parking. Facilities include a laundry room.

Hostel Rønningen's modern rooms feature a desk and a closet.

I agree with what others have said about this hostel - it's more like a hotel. Way up on a hill with a view of the ski jump high on another hill. The place was quiet, the room clean and comfortable and the buffet-style breakfast was outstanding with the usual fare as well as healthy choices.

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8.3
Very good
755 reviews

Situated in Stabekk, within 2.1 km of Sarbuvollen Beach and 2.2 km of Fornebukta Badeplass, Hostel Oslofjord features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 12 km from Oslo Central Station, 12 km from Akershus Fortress and 15 km from Sognsvann Lake. Vigeland Sculpture Park is 9.2 km from the hostel and The Royal Palace is 10 km away.

Hostel Oslofjord is located in Zone 1 in Oslo, in a nice quite green neighborhood, which is very important for visiting Oslo. Very friendly and thoughtful staff. Hostel with a high standard of very clean rooms with private bathrooms and clean facilities. Excellent experience in Oslo

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7.6
Good
149 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

In a prime location in the Frogner district of Oslo, Oslo Vest Hostel is situated 2.9 km from Oslo Central Station, 8 km from Sognsvann Lake and 1.5 km from Frogner Park. Featuring a sun terrace, this property is located a short distance from Akershus Fortress, The Royal Palace and The Royal Palace Park. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

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£117
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Situated in Oslo, Bunks at Rode has a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 4.1 km from Akershus Fortress, 6.9 km from Sognsvann Lake and 2.4 km from Oslo Bus Terminal. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.5 km from Oslo Central Station.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Rockefeller Music Hall, Oslo Spektrum Music Arena and Munch Museum. The nearest airport is Oslo Airport, 47 km from Bunks at Rode.

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: £79.12
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11,090 reviews
    Decent place to stay if you are staying in Oslo for a night or two. Warm and clean, what else to wish from a budget friendly hostel?
    Danilo
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £79.12
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11,090 reviews
    Location, cheap coffee and snacks at the reception. Too clean and tidy for a hostel.
    Serhan E.
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £79.12
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11,090 reviews
    Reception area, kitchenette and toilet in each room, safety of the hostel
    S
    Saskia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £79.12
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11,090 reviews
    Great location if you’re planning to stay around the city center. Safe.
    Geovanny Emmanuel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £79.12
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11,090 reviews
    The hostel is at a great location although at least locals say that is a bit shady area. Just across the river is a bery nice bohemian creative neighbourhood that looks and feels much safer. Staff of the hostel is wonderful, friendly and helpful. Common areas are nicely designed and quite comfortable. Checkin and checkout was very quick and efficient.
    Gundars
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £123.49
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 26,292 reviews
    Great location, so close to the central train station (with easy connections to airport) and all the highlights of Oslo. The lobby and common areas are modern and funky and make you feel less like you are at a budget hotel. Definitely a boutique version of budget. Bed was comfy and the room, though small as expected, was functional. Cheap coffee in the lobby!
    Mary
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £79.12
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11,090 reviews
    Always like this place for short trip to Oslo with friends. It is cozy and clean room in norwegian minimalistisk style with all that you need. Only thing is a kettle, we do need it in the room. Great hostel, especially if you like new people and meetings, they have great location and big common area. It is cool that now sheets are free, they give you towels as well. Takk takk!
    Angela
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £123.49
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 26,292 reviews
    Great little hotel - budget option for someone who wants some space and privacy without the hotel price-tag. I had been staying in a combination of hostels and hotels for a long trip and this was a great economical option for a break from dormitory life. Great location, close to train station, sight-seeing and some lovely cafes, bars and restaurants.
    Storme
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £108.31
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 13,267 reviews
    Great location and communal areas. Self checkin is smooth and given the crazy expensive prices in Oslo, this is a more budget alternative to regular hotel rooms (though still not cheap!)
    Shanka
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £79.12
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11,090 reviews
    Great location for walking around the center. The tram is in front of the hostel, and the central train and bus station is maybe 800 meters away. Very helpful reception. New, neat and clean kitchen. After the check out, you can leave the suitcases for safekeeping.
    Ana_Rijeka
    Young couple

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