SCANDIC VULKAN, Oslo

Scandic Vulkan - Contemporary boutique hotel with fitness center and food hall access in creative Vulkan district

Located in the vibrant Vulkan area near trendy Grünerløkka, this contemporary Oslo hotel features 149 rooms with wooden floors, work desks, and in-room safes. The property stands by the Akerselva River, within a 15-minute walk of Karl Johans Gate shopping street. Scandic Vulkan provides a 24-hour front desk, complimentary newspapers, and a fitness center with free bicycle rentals. Five meeting rooms accommodate up to 150 attendees, while dining options include a large breakfast buffet with organic items, V Bar and Bistro specializing in local cuisine, and the Italian Ristorante Ferro. The hotel sits right next to Mathallen, Norway's first food court. Guests at Scandic can access multiple cultural institutions, with the National Museum 0.5 miles away and Oslo Opera House within 1 mile.

Pros

Direct access to Mathallen food court for diverse culinary experiences

Located in a creative district with multiple cultural institutions nearby

Complimentary bicycle rentals for city exploration

Multiple dining venues within 0.3 miles, including Dognvill Bar & Burger and Bistro Budapest

Cons

1 mile distance from main tourist attractions like Oslo Opera House and Nobel Peace Center

Limited on-site dining options compared to nearby establishments