Hotell Bondeheimen

Hotel location was great just at the edge of the centre of town, room was a good size and had most things you need , large bed was very comfortable breakfast was nice .

I stayed at Hotell Bondeheimen during my recent trip to Oslo, and it was the perfect base for both relaxation and exploration. The hotel’s location is superb—within easy walking distance of major city sights, cafés and restaurants, and cultural landmarks. Oslo Central Station is just a 15-minute walk away, which made arrival and departure smooth and stress-free. The No 12 or 15 Tram takes you to Vigeland Park - the large sculpture garden in Oslo and the No 30 bus will take you to the Folk Museum. I purchase a 24hr pass for public transport in Zone 1 which includes, trams, buses, trains and some of the ferries for $129 NOK from the Tourist Information at Oslo Central Station. I booked a single room, which was located on the 5th flooor. The room was compact and basic but thoughtfully laid out. It included a comfortable bed, a desk, hanging space, a fridge and a clean, functional bathroom. It was ideal for a solo traveler looking for comfort and practicality. Breakfast was a daily highlight. The buffet offered a generous selection of hot and cold dishes, including delicious mackerel and salmon that added a distinctly Nordic touch—absolutely yummy and a great way to start the day. The staff were outstanding: consistently friendly, helpful, and genuinely welcoming. Whether offering directions or simply greeting guests with a smile, they created a warm and inviting atmosphere that made the stay feel personal. Overall, Hotell Bondeheimen offers excellent value, a central location, and a cozy, authentic Norwegian experience. I’d happily recommend it to solo travelers or anyone seeking a well-located, comfortable stay in Oslo.

Clean and updated rooms. Kettle, fridge, iron, hairdryer. Soft bed, hot shower. Close walk to interesting sites and also the tram which is very useful. Decent breakfast.

The hotel breakfast was hands-down the best buffet breakfast we have ever had at a hotel (and we travel a lot!), everything was fresh and delicious, and quite a variety! We stayed here two different times during our trip to Norway (once at the beginning and once at the end) - our rooms each time were very different - the 2nd one (though the same type of room we stayed in the first time) was much larger, on a higher floor, and had some AC from the hallway, we think (which was important as we were there during a huge weird heat wave).

Great central location. We walked everywhere. The staff were unfailingly friendly and helpful. The room was as described and we were very comfortable. Best though, was the breakfast. We stayed 4 nights and the offerings were so vast that we never got tired of the breakfast. Hot and cold dishes (scrambled, fried, and boiled eggs; sausages, bacon, chicken meatballs, cold cuts; fresh fruits, about 7 different breads including pastries and croissants, vegetables and relishes, cheeses.) My only "complaint" is that they do not serve proper brewed decaffeinated coffee. I can't drink caffeinated coffee for medical reasons and instant coffee is a far cry from the real stuff. Disappointing. For such a top notch hotel, I expected the real thing. Otherwise though, the breakfast was one of the best I've had in a hotel.