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Oslo Airport hotels: the best places to stay at Gardermoen
An early flight, a late landing or a night before a long-haul trip? These are the hotels at Oslo Airport Gardermoen we recommend, from the hotel within walking distance of the terminal to more affordable options with a shuttle.
Few things steal a trip like a six o’clock flight. A night at Gardermoen saves you a 3am alarm and the stress of the journey to the airport. Check in the evening before, enjoy a relaxed dinner and walk to the terminal while the rest of the country sleeps.
These are the hotels at Oslo Airport we recommend, and the tips that make the night before your flight as easy as possible.
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When is an airport hotel worth it?
Early flights: You gain hours of sleep and skip the first train or airport bus.
Late arrivals: Go straight to bed instead of a long journey onward.
Long-haul trips: A good night’s sleep before a long flight makes a better start to your holiday.
Parking: Several hotels offer packages with parking while you travel.
Hotels at Oslo Airport
Radisson Blu Airport Hotel: walking distance to the terminal
The hotel sits right by the terminal, with two restaurants and a short walk to check-in. The most practical choice before an early flight.
Book your stay: See rooms at Radisson Blu Airport Hotel, Oslo Gardermoen
Clarion Hotel Oslo Airport: large and comfortable
A pet-friendly hotel with a restaurant and transport to the terminal.
Book your stay: See rooms at Clarion Hotel Oslo Airport
Park Inn by Radisson Oslo Airport Hotel West: a more affordable option
A hotel with a restaurant and transport to the terminal, often cheaper than the hotels closest to it.
Book your stay: See rooms at Park Inn by Radisson Oslo Airport Hotel West
Central Oslo is about 20 minutes away by the Airport Express Train. Photo: Picolo
From Gardermoen to central Oslo
The Airport Express Train, Flytoget, runs from Oslo Airport to Oslo S and on to the National Theatre, and the trip to Oslo S takes around 20 minutes. Regional trains and airport buses also run. If you would rather stay in the city the night before a trip, the hotels around Oslo S are the most practical choice.
Read our guide to where to stay in Oslo, neighbourhood by neighbourhood, or see our cheap hotels in central Oslo.
Gardermoen or Oslo S?
If your flight leaves before 7am, a hotel at Gardermoen is almost always the best choice. For later flights, you may as well stay in the city, have dinner in town and take the Airport Express Train in the morning. Comfort Hotel Grand Central is inside the Oslo S station building, with the airport train right below.
Travelling with children
With children, a night at Gardermoen can make the start of a holiday much calmer. The children sleep longer, and you avoid waking them in the middle of the night to catch the flight. Choose a hotel with family rooms and an early breakfast.
Food and evenings at Gardermoen
The airport hotels have their own restaurants and bars, so you do not need to go anywhere for dinner. For more choice, the town of Jessheim is a short drive away.
Tips before an early flight
Check in online the evening before: Then you only need to drop your bag in the morning.
Ask about early breakfast: Many airport hotels serve breakfast from early morning.
Check the transport: Know whether the hotel is within walking distance or uses a shuttle, and when the first one leaves.
Book parking with the hotel: It can be cheaper than parking at the airport.
After a late landing
Coming home late after a long trip? A night at the airport hotel lets you rest before driving on the next day, especially if you still have a long way to go. Many travellers find it the calmest end to a holiday.
Wherever you are heading, a calm night at Gardermoen is a small luxury that makes the whole trip better.
Frequently asked questions about Oslo Airport hotels
Which hotel is closest to Oslo Airport?
Radisson Blu Airport Hotel is right by the terminal, and the most practical choice before an early flight.
How long does it take from Gardermoen to central Oslo?
The Airport Express Train takes around 20 minutes to Oslo S.
Are there affordable hotels at Gardermoen?
Park Inn by Radisson Oslo Airport Hotel West is often a more affordable option, with transport to the terminal.
Can you leave your car at the hotel while you travel?
Several airport hotels offer parking packages. Check the conditions on the hotel page when you book.