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First Hotel Grims Grenka

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Lodging Information

Lodging Description :

Location.
The First Hotel Grims Grenka is located in the historic centre of Oslo, Norway, 250 metres from the nearest T-bane station, Stortinget. Akershus Castle is 400 metres away and the Aker Brygge marina and National Gallery are both 800 metres from the hotel.

Hotel Features.
Opened in 2007, the seven- storey First Hotel Grims Grenka is a design hotel incorporating modern Scandinavian style and Zen- influenced minimalism. Amenities include a nightclub, private cinema and a health club offering a fitness suite and spa services. The hotel is smoke-free throughout. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk are on hand to provide around-the-clock room service and assist with travel and tourist arrangements. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are also available. The hotel offers a valet-parking service.

With decor providing glimpses of the Orient, the First Hotel Grims Grenka's restaurant, Vibhava, offers a selection of Asian-inspired fusion dishes. Organic drinks and caviar are served at the Tea and Cocktail Bar, while the rooftop lounge offers refreshments and panoramic city views. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning.

Business amenities include conference rooms with audio-visual equipment and wireless Internet.

The local area offers opportunities for hiking, Nordic and downhill skiing, sailing, sport fishing and cycling.

Guestrooms.
The 69 air-conditioned guestrooms are decorated in soft shades of either green or blue and have contemporary designer furniture and Egyptian cotton sheets. All include flat-screen televisions with satellite channels, wireless Internet, direct-dial phones, minibars and safes. Bathrooms feature black ceramic flooring, waterfall showers and oak-wood details. Bathrobes and designer toiletries are provided.

Expert Tip.
In 1947, Thor Heyerdahl set out to prove that ancient Egyptians could have sailed to the Americas. The boats he built, using only technology and materials available to the original sailors, are on display at the Kon-Tiki Museum.

Please Note:
The hotel will be undergoing renovations until the middle of May. Disturbance to guests will be kept to a minimum. Please contact the hotel for further details.

Address :

Kongens Gate 5 - OSLO, 0153

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Area Attractions

--> Karl Johan Gate (shopping): 350 metres
--> Akershus Castle: 400 metres
--> Royal Palace: 600 metres
--> Aker Brygge marina: 800 metres
--> National Gallery: 800 metres
--> Munch Museum: 2 km
--> Vigeland Park (sculptures): 2.5 km
--> Kon-Tiki Museum: 2.5 km
--> Museum of Viking Vessels: 3 km
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Driving Directions

From Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL):
Distance to First Hotel Grims Grenka is 40 kilometres, approximately 40 minutes' drive.

Getting there.
Taxis wait outside the Arrivals hall, and the fare to the city centre is approximately 500 NOK-900 NOK, depending on the number of passengers and the time of day. The Airport Express train runs every 10-20 minutes to the station in Oslo city centre, and the fare is 160 NOK for a single ticket. The SAS Airport bus leaves for Oslo every 20 minutes, and night buses are available. Journey time is approximately 35 minutes and single tickets cost 120 NOK. Prices are all subject to change.

Getting around.
Oslo's efficient public transport network includes buses, trams, trains, and an underground (T-Bane) system. Ferries run between Oslo City Hall and Bygdoy Island from April to October. Taxis are available, but very expensive.

Driving directions.
From the airport, follow the E6 into the city.
Continue past the two tall buildings on the right, by Oslo's Central Station, keeping to the right-hand lane.
At the sign for Sentrum S, turn sharply off the E6 towards Radhusgaten.
Follow Radhusgaten to Kongensgate and turn left.
The hotel is on the right-hand side.

Room Information

Name: Summer room Description: One queen bed. Contemporary decor in shades of green or blue and white. Egyptian cotton sheets. Air conditioning, wireless Internet connection, flat-screen satellite television, minibar, and safe. Bathroom with frosted glass and black tiled floor, waterfall shower, bathrobes, and hair dryer. Name: Winter rooms Description: One queen bed. Contemporary decor in shades of green or blue and white. Egyptian cotton sheets. Air conditioning, wireless Internet connection, flat-screen satellite television, minibar, and safe. Bathroom with frosted glass and black tiled floor, waterfall shower, bathrobes, and hair dryer. Name: Summer room for Single use Description: One queen bed. Contemporary decor in shades of green or blue and white. Egyptian cotton sheets. Air conditioning. Wireless Internet access. Flat-screen satellite television. Minibar. In-room safe. Bathroom with frosted glass and black tiled floor, waterfall shower, bathrobes, and hair dryer.

Property Information

Multilingual staff Smoke-free property 24-hour front desk

Hotel Policy

You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property.

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Extra Services

Continental Breakfast

Fitness Facility

InHouse Dining

Meeting Rooms

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