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Fast facts
Check in from: | 15:00 |
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Check out before: | 12:00 |
Pets | Pets allowed with an extra charge |
Children | Children are welcome at this hotel |
More about The Thief
The Thief
Located at Tjuvholmen in Oslo, we welcome you to a unique hideaway where we steal you away from everyday life. Be inspired by our 102 handpicked artworks, or enjoy a flavourful meal at THIEF Restaurant.
Reviews from 
Solo traveller
Comment: 16 Jul 2026
Stylish luxury with outstanding service and an excellent breakfast
The Thief made a wonderful first impression. The architecture immediately caught my eye, and the moment I stepped inside I loved the atmosphere. The lobby is dark, cosy and beautifully designed, creating a very modern yet welcoming feel.
My room continued that theme perfectly. It was spacious, intelligently laid out and very comfortable, with beautiful floor-to-ceiling windows that flooded the room with natural light. I had requested a higher floor before arrival, and the hotel kindly accommodated my request. I really appreciated the effort, and I believe I received one of the better rooms available.
The only disappointment was the view. The hotel’s promotional photos give the impression that many rooms enjoy a wide, unobstructed panorama across the fjord. In reality, my room overlooked the marina with the water visible between neighbouring buildings. It was still a pleasant view, but not quite the sweeping waterfront vista the marketing had led me to expect. I think the photography sets expectations a little too high in that regard.
The staff deserve special praise. Every single member of staff I encountered, from reception to the breakfast team, was exceptionally friendly, professional and welcoming. Service throughout my stay was consistently excellent.
Breakfast was another highlight. The restaurant has a calm, elegant atmosphere and never felt crowded. The buffet was clearly focused on quality rather than quantity, with fresh produce, wellness shots, excellent breads, fruit, vegetables and plenty of thoughtful details that made it feel more refined than the average hotel breakfast. Scrambled eggs were available on the buffet, while one à la carte egg dish could be ordered without additional charge, which I found perfectly reasonable. I also appreciated that the staff happily brought me apple vinegar when I asked whether they had balsamic for my salad. Little touches like that made the experience feel genuinely attentive.
The spa is equally stylish. It features a lovely Finnish sauna, hammam, steam room and a beautifully designed relaxation area. The only drawback is the swimming pool, which is heated to around 35°C. After a proper sauna session, a pool that warm simply doesn’t provide any cooling. I think a temperature closer to 30°C would make it much more enjoyable. Guests are encouraged to cool off in the Oslofjord, which is only about a minute’s walk away, and while that’s certainly a unique Nordic experience, it does mean leaving the spa area wrapped in a towel.
Access to the spa comes at an additional charge, although hotel guests receive a reduced rate and spa treatment guests receive a further discount. Personally, I think complimentary access for guests booking treatments would be a welcome addition at this price level.
The location is excellent. There are numerous restaurants within a short walk, a Joker convenience store nearby, and many of Oslo’s attractions can easily be reached on foot.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The hotel’s design, atmosphere, comfort, breakfast and service are all outstanding, and I would happily return. A few small details prevent it from being absolutely perfect, but it remains one of Oslo’s most stylish and enjoyable luxury hotels.
My room continued that theme perfectly. It was spacious, intelligently laid out and very comfortable, with beautiful floor-to-ceiling windows that flooded the room with natural light. I had requested a higher floor before arrival, and the hotel kindly accommodated my request. I really appreciated the effort, and I believe I received one of the better rooms available.
The only disappointment was the view. The hotel’s promotional photos give the impression that many rooms enjoy a wide, unobstructed panorama across the fjord. In reality, my room overlooked the marina with the water visible between neighbouring buildings. It was still a pleasant view, but not quite the sweeping waterfront vista the marketing had led me to expect. I think the photography sets expectations a little too high in that regard.
The staff deserve special praise. Every single member of staff I encountered, from reception to the breakfast team, was exceptionally friendly, professional and welcoming. Service throughout my stay was consistently excellent.
Breakfast was another highlight. The restaurant has a calm, elegant atmosphere and never felt crowded. The buffet was clearly focused on quality rather than quantity, with fresh produce, wellness shots, excellent breads, fruit, vegetables and plenty of thoughtful details that made it feel more refined than the average hotel breakfast. Scrambled eggs were available on the buffet, while one à la carte egg dish could be ordered without additional charge, which I found perfectly reasonable. I also appreciated that the staff happily brought me apple vinegar when I asked whether they had balsamic for my salad. Little touches like that made the experience feel genuinely attentive.
The spa is equally stylish. It features a lovely Finnish sauna, hammam, steam room and a beautifully designed relaxation area. The only drawback is the swimming pool, which is heated to around 35°C. After a proper sauna session, a pool that warm simply doesn’t provide any cooling. I think a temperature closer to 30°C would make it much more enjoyable. Guests are encouraged to cool off in the Oslofjord, which is only about a minute’s walk away, and while that’s certainly a unique Nordic experience, it does mean leaving the spa area wrapped in a towel.
Access to the spa comes at an additional charge, although hotel guests receive a reduced rate and spa treatment guests receive a further discount. Personally, I think complimentary access for guests booking treatments would be a welcome addition at this price level.
The location is excellent. There are numerous restaurants within a short walk, a Joker convenience store nearby, and many of Oslo’s attractions can easily be reached on foot.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The hotel’s design, atmosphere, comfort, breakfast and service are all outstanding, and I would happily return. A few small details prevent it from being absolutely perfect, but it remains one of Oslo’s most stylish and enjoyable luxury hotels.
Group traveller
Comment: 14 Apr 2026
Stayed in: Mar 2026
Best hotel in Oslo!
Loved location in Aker Brygge - staff was top notch - see Mario!
Hotel response
Comment: 21 Apr 2026
Dear Love_de_islands,
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed our prime location here in Aker Brygge. We agree—Mario is a superstar, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him personally. He’ll be delighted to know he made such a positive impact on your stay. We can't wait to welcome you back!
Warm regards,
Martin
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed our prime location here in Aker Brygge. We agree—Mario is a superstar, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him personally. He’ll be delighted to know he made such a positive impact on your stay. We can't wait to welcome you back!
Warm regards,
Martin
Anonymous traveller
Comment: 19 Jul 2026
Stayed in: Jul 2026
A wonderful hotel in a great location. The entire staff are first rate. The room was so comfortable and spacious. The breakfast buffet was amazing! We loved the roof top bar. One of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed in!
Anonymous traveller
Comment: 18 Jul 2026
Stayed in: Jul 2026
Great hotel located close to the marina and ferries. The room was nice and comfortable. Check in and out was easy, the staff were very friendly, we would recommend staying at The Thief Hotel if you want something close to restaurants in a newish area or Oslo
Try the rooftop bar, the views are good
Try the rooftop bar, the views are good
Couple
BR
Comment: 7 Jul 2026
Stayed in: Jul 2026
Great option
Although it’s not central we liked the location since you are close to the sea and to nice restaurants. You are also walking distance from the National Museum, City Hall and harbor, where you catch the tourist boats.
Our room had a nice view! Bathroom was good, service friendly and breakfast had a large selection of options!
Our room had a nice view! Bathroom was good, service friendly and breakfast had a large selection of options!
Hotel response
Comment: 9 Jul 2026
Dear 918bettinaw,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay, from the beautiful room view and great breakfast selection to the friendly service from our team.
While we are tucked away just slightly outside the absolute center of the city, we love that our location offers the perfect balance—a peaceful setting right by the water, surrounded by fantastic restaurants, while still being a scenic walk away from highlights like the National Museum, City Hall, and the harbor boats.
It was a true pleasure having you as our guest, and we hope to welcome you back the next time you find yourself in Oslo!
Warm regards,
Martin
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay, from the beautiful room view and great breakfast selection to the friendly service from our team.
While we are tucked away just slightly outside the absolute center of the city, we love that our location offers the perfect balance—a peaceful setting right by the water, surrounded by fantastic restaurants, while still being a scenic walk away from highlights like the National Museum, City Hall, and the harbor boats.
It was a true pleasure having you as our guest, and we hope to welcome you back the next time you find yourself in Oslo!
Warm regards,
Martin
Excellent location
Landgangen 1, Frogner, Oslo, 0252, Norway|1.3 km from city centre
Check in and check out
Check in from:
15:00
Check out before:
12:00
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Children are welcome at this hotel
5 years old and over
69 € (NOK750) per person per night
2 years old and under
Free
Pets allowed with an extra charge
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