Urban Design Refuge by the Fjord | Oslo
In and Around Hotel The THIEF
The seating area at The Thief Hotel | Oslo
The beautiful city of Oslo is a unique urban landscape, comprised of many small islands and peninsulas connected to each other. A sprawling lively city full of great Nordic restaurants and design. Nevertheless incredibly relaxed and in the heart of nature.
As one of the world’s most liveable and prosperous cities, Oslo has flourished and grown consistently, attracting people from all over the world.
The place to Stay in Oslo
The neighbourhood Tjuvholmen, literally ‘Thief’s Island’, used to be a haven for smugglers, thieves and scoundrels. Today, it is home to Hotel The THIEF, a modern hideaway in downtown Oslo, perfectly located and safe.
The hotel has internationally renowned art pieces and carefully selected designer furniture—a true icon of style. Meanwhile, its restaurant's global Nordic cuisine and top-quality spa create space for relaxation and stimulation. With its unique location, guests can enjoy refreshing dips in the sea at the Tjuvholmen beach or stroll off the islet across the footbridge to the bustling Aker Brygge restaurant and business area.
Be guided to all Oslo has to offer by the team of five-star Hotel The THIEF, and enjoy their insider tips to Oslo food and culture.
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The THIEF Spa Escape
Live in a robe all Autumn and Winter long, and tailor your most peaceful spa escape in the city.
Don’t forget to mention Bearleaders during booking for exclusive benefits and a personal welcome.
What to do in Oslo
VIGELANDSPARKEN
Visit the worlds largest sculpture park. It is Gustav Vigeland's life work (1869–1943), comprising over 200 sculptures in granite, bronze and wrought iron.
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THE ROYAL PALACE
The Royal Palace stands at the end of Karl Johans gate in the heart of the city. Open to visitors during the summer months, it serves as the official residence of Norway’s monarch and is surrounded by the impressive Palace Park. Don’t miss the captivating changing of the guards—a memorable spectacle. This continues year-round.
KOK OSLO
Floating saunas by the Oslo fjord. It gives you a cabin feeling and a feast for the senses with a crackling fireplace, fragrant steam and refreshing dips in the fjord.
ASTRUP FEARNLEY MUSEUM
Surely one of Scandinavian’s most notable museums for contemporary art, this museum brings something new and unique to the art scene. As a guest at THE THIEF, you have free entrance to the museum, and we have five on-loan art pieces from the museum in the hotel, including a famous Damien Hirst piece.
EKEBERGPARKEN
Surrounded by beautiful nature, stunning views and impressive sculptures, this park is unique. The artworks are spread around the entire park, and you can experience rock carvings and ruins from the Stone Age to cemeteries that date back to 900-400 BC.
THE THIEF SPA
In true ‘Thief fashion’, this spa has stolen the best ideas from wellness cultures worldwide. You can find it all here, from Turkish hammam baths and Moroccan clay treatments to professional physical therapy and beauty treatments. Combine this with a secluded swimming pool and high-tech gym; you have everything you need.
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THE THIEF RIVA CRUIZIN
Experience the Oslofjord in one of the exclusive Riva boats. Your private captain takes you on a two-hour cruise on the lake before you check-in. Available in the Summer season.
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Where to go for a drink in Oslo
VIN Tjuvholmen
A wine bar located at Tjuvholmen, right by the waterfront with views of the Oslo Fjord and Akershus Fortress. They have over 100 wines by the glass, thousands of wines by the bottle, and simple food dishes like cheese and ham, pâté, caviar, and lobster soup, etc., all adapted to the wines.
SVANEN
Many modern cocktail menus resemble an apothecary’s shopping list, but this is a bar in an actual apothecary. One of the best cocktail bars in Norway/Scandinavia and you sit in a venue of cultural heritage from the late 1800s.
SUPREME ROASTWORKS / PORSCHE STUDIO
The World champion in coffee making is sharing a showroom with Porsche, so going here to have a coffee is a treat for all your senses.
THE THIEF BAR
Sink down into the armchairs by the fireplace and sip signature cocktails crafted by award-winning bartenders. A place where the local and international elements of Oslo meet to be inspired and relax.
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Where to eat in Oslo
ROOFTOP
Enjoy a cold white wine and delectable food with the best view of Oslo on the hotel’s rooftop, safely behind glass or in the warm bask of the sun outside.
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VINLAND
Vinland is a sophisticated yet relaxed brasserie located in Oslo's former US embassy, a stunning building designed by Eero Saarinen. Its exciting menu presents a wide array of classic and modern dishes, featuring flavors influenced by French and American cuisine, alongside Norwegian ingredients.
GIROTONDO
It feels, smells, and tastes like Italy. It is a pizza place with just a few tables and a proper family-style atmosphere. It is the best pizza in town.
KOLONIALEN
An informal restaurant with an international feel to it. It’s a nice spot for a delicious lunch or a cosy dinner. The wine list is a work of art with a fantastic selection.
VILLA HEFTYE
An old villa turned into a spectacular place for wining and dining. A gourmet bistro with an extensive wine list. The outdoor area is a hidden gem and a perfect lunch spot for those summer days.
THE THIEF RESTAURANT
Below the striking Damien Hirst piece ‘Spin’, you can enjoy Nordic produce cooked with French techniques. An international place, but with a decidedly Norwegian spirit.
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The Thief Gallery
