Scandic Solli

Scandic Solli Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Scandic Solli, you immediately get that feeling of being somewhere that knows what it’s doing. This four-star property sits right in the heart of Frogner, and honestly, the location alone makes it worth considering. The lobby has that clean Scandinavian aesthetic — not stark, just refreshingly uncluttered. You know what I mean? It’s the kind of place where everything feels intentional without being fussy.

The Frogner Advantage

Here’s the thing about staying in Frogner — you’re basically in Oslo’s most desirable neighborhood without the tourist chaos. I mean, couples consistently rate this location 8.8 out of 10, and after spending time here, I totally get why. You can walk to Vigeland Park in about ten minutes, which is perfect for morning runs or lazy afternoon strolls. The Royal Palace is practically next door, and the shopping along Karl Johans gate is close enough that you don’t need to plan your whole day around it. Plus, there’s this great little bakery just around the corner that locals actually go to — not some tourist trap.

The Room Experience

The room I stayed in was exactly what you’d expect from Scandic — functional, comfortable, and surprisingly spacious for Oslo standards. The bed was properly firm (thank goodness), and the blackout curtains actually work, which matters more than you’d think during those bright summer nights. What I really appreciated was the workspace setup — if you need to catch up on emails or actually get some work done, you won’t be hunched over a tiny desk. The bathroom was clean and modern, though nothing particularly fancy. It’s the kind of space where everything just works without any surprises.

Morning Fuel

The breakfast buffet here is — well, it’s Scandic, so you know it’s going to be solid. They’ve got all the Norwegian classics: fresh bread, quality cheeses, smoked salmon that doesn’t taste like it’s been sitting around forever. The coffee is actually good, which isn’t always a given at hotel breakfasts. I found myself lingering over breakfast most mornings, partly because the dining area has these big windows that let in tons of natural light. It’s a nice way to ease into the day before heading out to explore the city.

Why Guests Love It

Look, Scandic Solli isn’t trying to be the flashiest hotel in Oslo, and that’s exactly why it works so well. The staff genuinely seems to care about making your stay smooth — they’ll give you actual local recommendations, not just hand you a tourist brochure. The location means you can walk to most of what you want to see, but you’re also on a quiet residential street where you can actually get some sleep. For the price point in this neighborhood, you’re getting solid value without any unpleasant surprises. It’s the kind of place you’d book again without hesitation.

Locals advise to book apartments in Oslo around Grünerløkka for indie cafés, street art walks, and riverside picnic spots.

Scandic Solli Accommodations

Reviews of Scandic Solli

• Enya_perm from Russia (8/10)

  Location – close to the center, nice area for walks, delicious breakfast 🥞
  We ended up in this hotel due to not the most pleasant set of circumstances. And we definitely had a nice experience. Thanks to the Scandic team, we really enjoyed our short stay at this hotel.
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  Prehistory:
  Due to unexpected reasons – the host of another booked in advance prepaid accommodation didn't host us and didn't answer the phone calls and messages, so we found ourselves without accommodation in the late evening of Saturday after travelling the whole day from another country. After several calls to the Booking com support, we were told to book another accommodation with the compensation. The prices were really expensive at that moment and there weren't a lot of available options to book. So we decided to choose the closest available option to the previous one.

• Andrei from Denmark (8/10)

  The staff was super friendly.
  Breakfast was good and it was great to relax in a sauna after a busy day in the cold

• Gudmundur from Iceland (8/10)

• Rachel from Qatar (6/10)

  Sauna. Lovely large breakfast.

• Andreas from Norway (7/10)

  Two single beds – would preferred double bed that is not sliding apart.

• Fabricius from Denmark (7/10)

  The Hotel was up to standard.

• Daria from Sweden (7/10)

  It was ok

• Julie from Australia (8/10)

  Close to public transport and supermarket.
  The breakfast was good.

• Adeel from Ireland (8/10)

  Location and the staff were very helpful

• Tatyana from United Kingdom (6/10)

  Good size room

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