Sommerro
Norway
Sommerro
Sommerrogata 1, 0255 Oslo
www.sommerrohouse.com/en/
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Shareholders
Strawberry Brothers, Aspelin Eiendom
Date of Creation
1.sep 2022
Hotel General Manager
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Hotel Positioning
5-star luxury hotel
Development Strategy
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Sommerro
History & Story
Sommerro opened in 2022 in the beautifully restored former Oslo Lysverker building, an Art Deco landmark from 1931. From the start, the hotel has combined historic character with contemporary design and warm service.
The hotel offers 231 stylish rooms and suites, including Standard, Superior, Deluxe, Junior Suites, and the exclusive Heritage Suite. Guests enjoy thoughtful amenities such as free breakfast at Ekspedisjonshallen, complimentary Wi-Fi, and access to Vestkantbadet gym.
Date Renewal
2022, GrecoDeco
Date added extensions
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Main Strengths, Special Touch
Sommerro’s main strength lies in its unique combination of restored Art Deco heritage and contemporary luxury, creating a truly distinctive hotel experience. Guests consistently highlight the exceptional breakfast, high-quality rooms with outstanding comfort, and one of the city’s best hotel gyms alongside iconic wellness facilities. The hotel also stands out for its vibrant dining scene, warm and professional service, and a central yet calm location that suits both leisure and business travellers.
Location
Sommerro is located in Solli, on the edge of Frogner, one of Oslo’s most attractive and elegant neighbourhoods. The area offers a calm, residential atmosphere while being within easy walking distance of the city centre, museums, shopping, and the waterfront. With a tram stop just outside the hotel and quick access to the Airport Express, the location combines tranquillity with excellent connectivity.
Key sites/activities in the area
Sommerro enjoys a highly walkable location close to many of Oslo’s key attractions. The Royal Palace, Vigeland Sculpture Park, National Museum, and the lively waterfront at Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen are all within easy walking distance. Guests can also reach museums, shopping, cafés, and scenic seaside promenades on foot, making Sommerro an ideal base for exploring the city.
Fun Facts
• The building was originally the headquarters of Oslo Lysverker, which powered the city’s electrification in the early 1900s.
• Much of the original Art Deco detailing, including murals, columns, and proportions, has been carefully restored and preserved.
• Vestkantbadet, the hotel’s historic indoor pool, was once a public bathhouse and is now one of Oslo’s most iconic hotel amenities.
• Live jazz performances in Ekspedisjonshallen nod to the building’s 1930s roots.
• Every stay includes breakfast, often described by guests as one of the best hotel breakfasts in the city.
Children’s Corner
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HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of suites: 35 large suites and junior suites
• Number of Luxury rooms: 65 deluxe rooms across different premium categories below suites
• Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 242 rooms and suites in total
Restaurants & Bars
• Ekspedisjonshallen – All-day brasserie & bar in impressive Art Deco surroundings. Breakfast is served in this restaurant. To Søstre – Afternoon tea lounge and patisserie-style venue.
• TAK Oslo – Nordic-Japanese rooftop restaurant with views over Oslo.
• Izakaya Bar & Terrace – Casual Japanese-inspired bar & dining with small plates and cocktails, Seasonal rooftop terrace for drinks & city views.
• Kafe Lucy – Light bites, Coffee, smoothies & refreshments.
• Plah – Thai fine-dining adventure offering a large tasting menu.
• Ahaan – Thai street-food inspired sharing concept (same restaurant-house as Plah).
• Barramon – Pintxos & wine bar offering Basque-style tapas and Spanish wines.
Wellness
• Vestkantbadet Pool – historic 20-meter subterranean swimming pool.
• Hot Sauna – classic nordic dry sauna by the pool.
• 400 SQM state of the art Gym
• Cold Plunge Pool – dedicated cold-plunge basin for contrast therapy
• Infrared Sauna – modern infrared sauna for deep-heat muscle recovery.
• Vestkantbadet Gym – full hotel gym with cardio, free weights, and strength equipment.
• Rooftop Pool – heated outdoor pool exclusive for hotel guests as an addon.
• Rooftop Sauna – dry sauna with city views, next to the rooftop pool.
• Treatment Rooms – massage and body treatments available by appointment.
• Relaxation Areas – lounge areas throughout Vestkantbadet for unwinding between sessions.
Corporate & Celebration Events
13 different M&E spaces ranging from board rooms to banquet hall for up to 180 persons Nightclub for hire for up to 300 persons
Extra Notable Features
• Private cinema for hire
• Yoga Classes
• Sleep Classes
Hotel and restaurant Awards
• Grand Travel Awards Norway – Best Hotel in Norway (2022, 2023, 2024)
• Condé Nast Hot List – 2023
• Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards – Best Hotels in Northern Europe (2023, 2024, 2025)
• Architectural Digest – Great Design Award – 2023
• Michelin Key – Awarded in 2025
• Culinary Hotel Awards 2025 – Norway’s Best Bar: Ekspedisjonshallen
• Culinary Hotel Awards 2025 – Honorary Award to F&B Director Jonathan Howell
• BCA Gala 2023 – Best New Cocktail Bar in Norway
Number of employees
350