Hostels in Oslo

By choosing a hostel, you can cut your spending on lodging and use more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out cultural highlights like the museums in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start: HI Oslo Haraldsheim - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Sinsenkrysset Tram Station and Sinsen T-Bane. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and linens. Bunks at Rode - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Birkelunden Light Rail Station and Olaf Ryes Place Light Rail Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and lockers. Herregårdshuset AS - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as multilingual staff. You’ll find towels, desks and linens in all rooms. Oslo Hostel Rønningen - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. You’ll find towels, showers and lockers in all rooms. HI Oslo Holtekilen Vandrerhjem - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels, showers and desks in all rooms.

If you’re searching for a low-cost place to stay in Oslo, one of Expedia’s 6 hostels could be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and June, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -4°C. The snowiest months in Oslo are January, December, February and October, with each month seeing an average of 43 cm of snowfall.

Depending on what you’re interested in, you might like to explore these things around Oslo. Get out into nature with places such as Oslo Botanic Garden, Palace Park and Ekebergparken Sculpture Park. Cultural attractions include Norwegian National Opera & Ballet, Oslo Spektrum and Oslo Opera House. Visit landmarks such as Oslo Cathedral, Akershus Fortress and National Theater.

Keep this information about transit options in Oslo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Gardermoen Airport (OSL), located 23 mi (37 km) away. An alternative is Sandefjord (TRF-Torp), located 53.4 mi (86 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. Take advantage of metro transport at Jernbanetorget T-Station, Dronningens Gate Tram Station and Kirkeristen Tram Station. To see more of the area, catch a train at Oslo (XZO-Oslo Central Train Station), Oslo Central Station or Nationaltheatret Station.