Awardwinning penthouse, Oslo city / Grünerløkka

Awardwinning penthouse, Oslo city / Grünerløkka Overview

First Impressions

The Awardwinning penthouse, Oslo city / Grünerløkka sits right in the heart of one of Oslo‘s most vibrant neighborhoods, and honestly, the location alone makes this place worth considering. I mean, when you step out onto Østre Elvebakke, you’re literally surrounded by the creative energy that makes Grünerløkka so special. This three-star property might not have all the bells and whistles of a grand hotel, but what it lacks in formal amenities, it more than makes up for in character and positioning.

The Grünerløkka Experience

You know what’s great about staying here? You’re actually living like a local in one of Oslo’s coolest districts. Grünerløkka has this amazing mix of vintage shops, independent cafes, and street art that you just don’t find in the touristy areas around Karl Johans gate. The Akerselva River runs right through the neighborhood — I’d often walk along it in the mornings, watching locals jog past old industrial buildings that have been converted into creative spaces. There’s something authentically Oslo about waking up here instead of in some generic hotel near the central station.

The Space Itself

The penthouse apartment feels more like staying at a friend’s place than a typical hotel experience. The room setup gives you actual living space to spread out, which is refreshing after cramped European hotel rooms elsewhere. What really impressed me was how the windows frame views of the neighborhood’s rooftops and the distant Oslo fjord — you get this sense of being above it all while still being connected to the street life below. The kitchen area means you can grab fresh ingredients from the local markets (and trust me, the Saturday market at Birkelunden is worth the short walk) and actually cook if you want to save some kroner.

Getting Around

Here’s the thing about the location that the rating of 9.6 really captures — you’re close enough to everything that matters, but far enough from the cruise ship crowds to feel like you’ve discovered something special. Trams run frequently down to the city center, but honestly, I found myself walking most places because the route takes you through such interesting parts of the city. The climb up from downtown gives you a nice workout too, and the neighborhood has this relaxed evening vibe that’s perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.

Why Guests Love It

That 9.9 rating from couples makes total sense once you’ve spent time here. There’s something romantic about having your own space in such a culturally rich area — you can duck into cozy wine bars, browse through vintage record shops, or just sit in Birkelunden park watching Oslo life unfold around you. The combination of privacy, authentic neighborhood character, and easy access to both local culture and main attractions creates this perfect balance that’s hard to find elsewhere in the city. It’s not about fancy amenities or room service — it’s about experiencing Oslo the way people who actually live here do.

Apartments in Oslo suit long stays with Scandinavian kitchens, fjord-facing balconies, and bike storage for forest rides.

Awardwinning penthouse, Oslo city / Grünerløkka Accommodations

Reviews of Awardwinning penthouse, Oslo city / Grünerløkka

• Wan-jen from Taiwan (10/10)

  Comfortable apartment!
  Clean,good location,nice landlord!

• Christiaane from United States (9/10)

  Great location. Secure building.

• Axel from United States (10/10)

  Great location and views

• Kathleen from Australia (10/10)

  All facets of our stay were excellent. Plenty of space to move around in the two level apartment. The location is a little out of town centre but is walkable. The immediate environment of Grunnerlokke is very cool. Plenty of choice for food etc. Kiwi Supermarket is within walking distance.
  Communication with hosts Tomas and Sara was prompt and very helpful.
  Extras like washing machine and toiletries were a bonus.
  Would definitely stay there again.

• Victoria from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Loved the apartment, such a well designed place and filled with light, as well as stunning views! Everything was provided that we required. Cot was provided and set up for us too.

• Kaston from United States (8/10)

  Beautiful views, good location for catching public transport and getting small groceries very easily, quiet neighborhood, beautiful patios, lots of nice bedding, very very clean, hosts were excellent at communicating. very easy check in directions. Our family of four highly recommend this place. (Note: the sofa has a trundle so makes a good choice for two kids, who then don't have to share the same bed. Trundle itself has springs, so is better for a smaller/lighter person.) Linens were immaculate, and so was bathroom.

• Meenakshi from Australia (8/10)

  The apartment is very light and bright and easily accessible with luggage. It's a really great size for a couple and the sofa was really comfortable – you wouldn't guess its a sofa bed. The location of this apartment was really good. Lots of food and shopping nearby and really easy to walk to the port and other areas of interest. The kitchen was really good to be able to use (supermarket is nearby) and the washing machine was also great to have. Also great to have Netflix. The views were really nice and with the windows open, there was great ventilation. And the neighbours were very friendly.

• David from Belgium (9/10)

  Very good contact with the host

• Krzysztof from Poland (9/10)

  Very convenient location, close to the city center, various stores, restaurants and pubs
  Fantastic view from the floor-to-ceiling windows, as well as from the shared terrace outside
  Cozy, warm and spacious bathroom
  Very comfortable bed and sofa
  Always nice to have a Smart TV with Netflix available after a long day of sightseeing!
  Overall we had a lovely time and we can recommend the apartment to anyone who wants to visit Oslo

• Judy from United States (10/10)

  Location, size of apartment

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