For those guests who appreciate fresh air and beautiful scenery more than a downtown location it would be hard to better this choice of hotel - a fabulous local institution! MK 08/07
There are two sections to the hotel a traditional gabled building with a timber facade dating back to the last century, and a new guest room annexe.
The large lobby area is furnished in the style of a traditional manor house.
This attractive hotel is located approximately 15 minutes drive from the centre of Oslo, about 50 km from Gardermoan airport. It is 10 km to Oslo's main train station and to links to the airport express train service. Guests may easily reach the Norwegian capital's top sights by making use of the public transport system for which links lie just 100 m away.
Built in 1894, this comfortable hotel comprises 4 floors with a total of 221 rooms of which 11 are suites. Amongst the facilities at this fully air-conditioned hotel count a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a lift and a cafe as well as a hairdresser's salon, a bar, a TV room, 3 air-conditioned restaurants with non-smoking areas and 5 conference rooms. Those arriving by car may make use of the garage and car park.
A distinguished hotel, built in the distinctive Dragon-style more than a century ago. The hotel is situated more than 350 meters above the Oslo city center, offering unique views of the city and the Oslofjord. The oldest part of the hotel dates from 1894, and is an architectural delight, featuring the restaurant""De Fem Stuer"", meeting rooms, lounges and banquet rooms. The hotel is surrounded by open spaces and hills, and is situated next to the Holmenkollen Ski Arena. The surroundings provide excellent opportunities for cycling, skiing or jogging.
Rooms with Direct Dial Phone, Trouser Press, Automatic wake up call. Coffee Shop, cocktail lounge, Piano Bar, 24h Porterage, Laundry, Gymnasium.
Conference room capacity up to 500 persons, Whirlpoo, Steam Bath.
Hotel complex comprising traditional restored gabled building with timber facade (dating from 1894) and newer guest room section (opened 1982). It is allowed to smoke in 50 of the 222 rooms. All indoor public areas are stricktly non-smoking.
Renovations 1995
Nestled in the beautiful countryside, the Holmenkollen Park Hotel Rica, immediately envelopes guests with its aura of tranquility and serenity. Located 50 kilometers from the Airport, the hotel hosted the first Secretary-General of the United Nations Trygve Lie. Impressively set in a hillside location, Holmenkollen Park Hotel Rica affords guests a magnificent view of the City of Oslo from an altitude of 350 meters. The hotel is surrounded by open spaces and hills next to the famous Holmenkollen Ski Arena. In the winter months guests can step into their skis right outside the hotel and swish off into the forest along well-maintained trails. When you return from slopes, a warm crackling fire awaits in the bar. The spacious lobby is well furnished and resembles a traditional manor house. Dining is on site at the old dragon style-building offering lavish buffet and a la carte menus. Galleriet, is the hotel's biggest restaurant and informal restaurant.
Rooms at the hotel are of high standard, with mini-bar, trouser press among other amenities. Many of the rooms have a distinctive Holmenkollen character and the unique view of the city. The Holmenkollen Park Hotel Rica is a 10-minute walk to the nearest metro station and bus stop.
Rates shown are per room per night.
