Home Express Oslo

The room was very noisy all night. I could hear someone vomiting, and the soundproofing needs work. There were also very few electrical outlets, and the walls looked neglected. The low price doesn't make up for the bedding: the sheets had black, brown and blood stains, and the supplied towel was dirty too. For a clean, quiet night's sleep, I'd avoid this place and pay a little more.

For such a cheap room, it might do, but it felt like a shabby basement apartment shared with five other rooms, including the bathroom. The thin walls and stained sheets didn't help, and the sparse furniture looked like it came from a flea market. Some people staying there seemed to be permanent residents and had a strange vibe. I'd spend more on a proper hotel or find an Airbnb.

For one basic night in Oslo it was fine, and the low price, friendly service, early check-in and room lock system were positives. A bus stop is close by, and the city center is a short walk away. Still, this isn't really a hotel, as I expected. Sharing the kitchen and bathroom was awkward, and I couldn't tell whether some people were permanent residents. Booking.com could have explained that better. The room and bedding weren't very clean, and the basement was gloomy. I wouldn't recommend it if you plan to spend much time indoors.

At a reasonable price, it's an average place that works for a single night. Cleanliness could definitely be better.