Rica Hotel Grand Oslo first opened its doors in 1874. The Louis XVI revival style building, with its hint of Nordic art nouveau and characteristic clock tower from 1913, is right on Karl Johans gate and stands as a symbol of a first-class hotel with tradition, atmosphere and style, right in the city center. The Grand Hotel Oslo is a deluxe, full-service, commercial hotel, in a very central location on Oslo's main thoroughfare, the famous Karl Johans Gate, between the Norwegian parliament building and the Royal Palace, within walking distance of Oslo's main shopping and cultural areas, as well as its sights. The hotel’s excellent location makes it the ideal base from which to explore everything Oslo has to offer visitors. The nearest airport to the hotel is Oslo Gardermoen Airport, which is located 45km away. The train station 200m from the hotel provides easy access to the entire city and surrounding areas, as well as the airport. Grand Hotel Oslo offers guests a luxurious stay featuring service excellence and all the comforts and amenities of a modern top class hotel.