Skiing and snowboarding are not the only attractions at Anker Hostel, where you can sip cocktails at the bar/lounge and take advantage of ski storage and a rooftop terrace. Each apartment features free WiFi, a fridge and a stovetop. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Anker Hostel offers 115 accommodations with blackout curtains. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a weekly basis and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a fitness centre.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Anker Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Akerselva River. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a gym and a bar. This comfortable aparthotel has 115 apartments over 8 floors. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a fridge in each apartment.
Each apartment offers a fridge, a stovetop and a shower
Free WiFi
Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
On-site recreation includes a gym, mini golf and downhill skiing
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
11 minutes by foot from Karl Johan Gate and a 2-minute drive from Oslo Opera House
Anker Hostel helps provide the perfect winter holiday with ski storage and shopping on site. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in the aparthotel's bar.
There's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.
This 3-star Oslo aparthotel is smoke free.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Downhill skiing on site
Ski lifts nearby
Ski runs nearby
Ski storage
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Offsite parking available (NOK 380 per night)
RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Hob
Refrigerator
Dining
A bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer (on request)
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV in common areas
Outdoor areas
Rooftop terrace
Work spaces
Computer station
Meeting rooms
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
ATM
Blackout drapes
Concierge services
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Hair salon
Lockers
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Safe at front desk
Tour and ticket assistance
Vending machine
Weekly housekeeping
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Near a metro station
Near a train station
On the riverwalk
Things to do
Bowling alley
Downhill skiing
Gym
Mini golf
Rowing/canoeing
Shopping
Ski storage
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
115 units
8 floors
Electric car charging station
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Nearby parking fee: NOK 380 per night
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Property is also known as
Anker Hostel
Anker Hostel Oslo
Anker Oslo
Anker Hotel Oslo
Anker Hostel Oslo
Anker Apartment – Sentrum
Anker Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Anker Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Oslo
Anker Hostel Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 1000 reviews
10 - Excellent
325
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1000 reviews
8 - Good
370
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1000 reviews
6 - Okay
168
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1000 reviews
4 - Poor
66
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 1000 reviews
2 - Terrible
71
7.8/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
ambika
20 May 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed staying here.
ambika
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ariel
9 May 2023
Liked: Communication
Good place to stay!
Ariel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Miles
21 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very pleasant stay with easy check-in/out, nice common area, and in a great part of town.
Miles
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hooman
11 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great stay
Super clean, very comfortable, friendly staff
Hooman
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sherwin
24 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to activity locations, restaurants and shopping.
Sherwin
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Huw
30 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Excellent hostel
Huw
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Niki
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication
Check in was easy very friendly front desk people, Simple but clean and comfortable
Niki
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Ruth
29 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Close to the train station and easy to go around the attractions.
Ruth
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peida
12 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice location 10mini walking from central station and bus terminal, all shopping and tourist sites in walking distance. Hotel and room clean, staffs are friendly.
Peida
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Paul
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean conveniently located.
Paul
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Julie
22 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Friendly, clean
Julie
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Thanh
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Good location
Good stay hostel in Oslo, friendly staffs. Great tram connections to all sightseeing. Safe place to stay.
Thanh
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Juliya
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good place, nice workers, good location very central
Juliya
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alison
1 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
I loved it and plsn to stay here again
Alison
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Venkat
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Safe, simple place to stay. Centrally located.
Venkat
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
John
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great choice for hostel in Oslo; walkable, safe, nice enough.
John
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ale
13 Apr 2024
we had a great time thank you
Ale
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
27 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
It was good to stay one night.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anne
1 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice and safe place to retreat after day out and about
Nice comfortable clean accommodation within walking distance of the city centre. Easy check-in and check-out. Everything you need to eat-in available at reception staffed by an excellent team.Close to transport and supermarkets. Happy to recommend.
Frederick
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
31 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Fun place to stay
A very simple hotel where you have to make up your own bed, but the room is quite big, and there is a foaje that's always lively.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
June
13 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Reasonable price- comfortable-friendly staff -safe and secure -walking distance for centre of Oslo
June
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cody
28 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I liked how easy check in and check out was. Plus it is close to major transport hubs.
Cody
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vera
16 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very well situated in the city. Excellent near to communications, good restaurants and rather quiet.
Vera
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Abdi Nasir
16 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I really like the clean rooms and peaceful areas and overall it was really amazing!