FIRST HOTEL MILLENNIUM, Oslo

The hotel is at the geographic heart of Oslo, 650 m from Oslo Central Station and 200 m from the main shopping street. It is a 10-minute walk to the Oslo Opera House, the Royal Palace, Aker Brygge, and the National Theatre. Public transport is 150 m away, with tram stops, bus lines, and the Stortinget metro station within a few minutes' walk. The immediate area is filled with restaurants, cafes, and exclusive boutiques. Late-night arrivals from the station are a safe 8-10 minute walk. For airport transfers, take the Airport Express Train to Oslo Central Station (22 min, 200 NOK one way) and walk 10 minutes to the hotel.

Accommodation ranges from compact twin rooms (80 cm wide beds) to spacious family rooms (with one double and two single beds, plus a possibility for an extra bed) and junior suites. Superior double rooms on the top floor have a private balcony with city views. Business King Studios have a board table, screen, and projector. Many rooms have espresso machines; electric kettles are available on request. All rooms have heating, but the hotel does not have air conditioning, which can make rooms warm in summer. Rooms are generally clean and comfortable, though some show signs of wear; requesting a room with a quiet aspect may improve sleep quality as some street-facing rooms can be noisy. Family rooms have a seating area and sofa, but no fridge in all rooms.

Breakfast offers a generous and varied spread, including hot selections, fresh fruits, yogurts, herring, breads, a waffle station, vegan and gluten-free options, and dairy-free milk. The breakfast room can be very crowded at peak times; to avoid queues, aim for a slightly earlier or later arrival. The hotel does not have its own restaurant or bar, but drinks and snacks are available from the bar/ snack area, and packed lunches can be requested. The surrounding area offers countless dining options within a short walk, from cafes to Indian restaurants and pizzerias. Early departures can request a breakfast bag to take away.

Leisure options are limited to the immediate city surroundings. Activities such as hiking, cycling, and skiing are available off-site. The hotel can arrange show packages with Wallmans Salonger, which include dinner, a show, and overnight accommodation. Board games and puzzles are available for family entertainment. For business-related downtime, the lobby has cosy seating areas with street views.

The 24-hour reception offers express check-in/out, tour desk, and locker storage. Free luggage storage is available in reception for early arrivals or late departures. WiFi is free throughout. Daily housekeeping is free; laundry and dry cleaning are available for a fee. The breakfast room converts into a meeting room for up to 25 people on weekdays after 13:00, with Smart TV and catering available on request. Meeting/banquet facilities, business centre, and fax/photocopying are available at an additional cost. The hotel has two lifts and a wheelchair-accessible twin room (request in advance). Accessible parking and an electric vehicle charging station are available at the nearby garage.