Oslo Guldsmeden is a stylish sustainable hotel located in Oslo’s city center that offers a tropical twist on Scandinavian hospitality. Part of the renowned Guldsmeden Hotels group (all Green Globe and Green Key certified), this boutique hotel is a pioneer in eco-friendly luxury. From the moment you step into the lobby with its Balinese carved wood, lush indoor plants, and cozy fur-draped chairs, you sense a distinctive atmosphere – relaxed, soulful, and deeply committed to the environment. The hotel’s 50 rooms are each unique, blending bohemian and Nordic design elements. You might find a four-poster canopy bed with airy mosquito netting, driftwood art pieces, Indonesian batik textiles, and a reindeer pelt throw (a nod to Norway’s Sami culture). All rooms come with Guldsmeden’s signature organic amenities – fluffy cotton robes and eco-certified iLoveEcoEssentials bath products – and no single-use plastics in sight. Instead, there are glass refillable water bottles, wooden keycards, and recycling bins, underscoring the hotel’s zero-waste philosophy. Oslo Guldsmeden is renowned for its organic breakfast buffet (often hailed as one of Oslo’s best). Each morning, guests enjoy a spread of 100% organic and locally sourced goodies: homemade granola, yogurt from an organic dairy, sourdough bread, free-range eggs, salmon, cheeses, fresh fruit, and even vegan smoothies – all served on reusable dishware, of course. The hotel’s restaurant and bar continue the sustainable indulgence with seasonal menus (think Nordic-meets-tropical fusion like coconut venison curry or tofu spring rolls with Arctic herbs) and organic wines. Wellness and wellbeing are central to the Guldsmeden ethos. A pair of infrared and traditional saunas and a cold rain shower are available for guests’ use, perfect after a day of meetings or exploring Oslo. There’s also a small fitness room, but many guests opt to borrow the hotel’s bamboo bicycles to cycle the city emissions-free. Throughout the property, green practices abound: energy-efficient lighting and appliances, eco-friendly cleaning products, and a biannual carbon footprint audit to guide further improvements. The hotel’s entire operation is carbon-neutral, with offsets supporting rainforest preservation. Oslo Guldsmeden’s location is ideal for both leisure and business travelers – a quiet street just 5 minutes’ walk from the Royal Palace Park and 10 minutes from the harborfront. The front desk staff are passionate about sustainable travel and happy to suggest eco-conscious eateries, zero-waste shops, or hidden parks around town. They’ll also kindly remind you about the hotel’s initiatives, like the option to skip housekeeping to save water and energy (and you’ll receive a free drink at the bar as thanks). With its fusion of tropical decor, Nordic hygge, and rigorous eco-credentials, Oslo Guldsmeden proves that a city hotel can be both glamorous and green. Guests leave not only raving about the rainshower and comfy four-poster beds, but also inspired by the hotel’s genuine dedication to the planet – a stay here is luxury with a conscience.