What is Oslo like for travellers on a budget?

Oslo has a variety of cheap accommodation options and places to visit, making it a great holiday choice for budget-conscious travellers. In addition to its well-known attractions such as Oslo Opera House and Viking Ship Museum, this destination is home to Oslo Botanic Garden and Palace Park, which you can enjoy while spending very little.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Oslo?

Based on reviews, Thon Hotel Linne is a popular 3-star hotel for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free buffet breakfast and free WiFi. Other options to stay on the cheap include Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station and Clarion Collection Hotel Bastion .

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Choose a hotel that suits your wallet from Expedia's 85 budget hotels in Oslo.

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Frequently asked questions

Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Oslo, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn’t as good. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -3°C. The snowiest months in Oslo are January, March, February and April, with each month seeing an average of 30 inches of snowfall.

Oslo attracts visitors with its top museums and major shopping area, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Oslo Opera House and Viking Ship Museum, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Enjoy the outdoors at Oslo Botanic Garden and Palace Park, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Aker Brygge.

Scoping out the transportation options in Oslo is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is Gardermoen Airport (OSL), situated 23 mi (37 km) away. However, if that doesn’t suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of Sandefjord (TRF-Torp), which is 53.4 mi (86 km) away. You can take advantage of metro transport at Jernbanetorget T-Station, Dronningens Gate Tram Station and Kirkeristen Tram Station.

Oslo Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Airport Hotel, Oslo Gardermoen

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Great hotel

A verified traveller stayed at Radisson Blu Airport Hotel, Oslo Gardermoen

Posted 3 weeks ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Elegant and modern facilities, beautifully done rooms with full bathroom including spa style bathtub. Friendly check-in, and yummy breakfast. Temperature control is room worked well, room was perfect temperature.

A verified traveller stayed at Thon Hotel Opera

Posted 4 months ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Flotte rom, fantastisk beliggenhet og koselige ansatte. Frokosten og frokostrommet var også glimrende!

A verified traveller stayed at Karl Johan Hotel

Posted 4 months ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Amazing view from our room.

A verified traveller stayed at Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo

Posted 4 months ago

Good hotel

5 / 5 Excellent

Went for a overnight stay with the gf. We were greeted by friendly staff. We got a room at the 6th (top) floor with a great view. The room was sort of what to expect. Would rate the bed 4/6. I have slept in more comfy beds, but it was not bad either. Found a couple of hairs from earlier guests at the walls in the bathroom but this was really the only downside of our stay. The breakfast was at the restaurant Egon and had a wide variety. Try the croissants! The hotel is really central and is close to Oslo City shopping center, Oslo opera house and much more. Which was really great. Destinations out of walking distance can easily be reached by bus, train, train or renting electric scooters. We wanted to sleep in and spend the next day in Oslo as well the the hotel made this easy as we extended our stay from 12 pm to 8 pm for only 250 NOK (approx. 28 $). All in all. Good hotel, good staff, good views, would stay there again, would absolutely recommend.

A verified traveller stayed at Scandic Byporten

Posted 5 months ago

Nice

4 / 5 Good

IT was nice and amazing night

A verified traveller stayed at Smarthotel Oslo

Posted 6 months ago

Nice rest in tight schedule.

5 / 5 Excellent

Brilliant hotel. Nice staff, friendly, gym, sauna, light and Good bed. One of the better ones.

A verified traveller stayed at Comfort Hotel RunWay

Posted 7 months ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Stayed for one night Perfect for a couple

A verified traveller stayed at Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station

Posted 8 months ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Everything eas very good. Clean, Comfortable, modern, iņ the Centeri.

A verified traveller from Tallinn stayed at Citybox Oslo

Posted 8 months ago

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