Tailor-Made City Breaks with a Twist of Nordic Cool
The Thief
@ The Thief
@ The Thief
Tucked into the contemporary waterfront district of Tjuvholmen, The Thief is no ordinary city hotel. Sleek, stylish, and filled with art and attitude, it offers an urban escape for travellers who want Oslo on their own terms. With Off the Map Travel, we’ll tailor your city experience to be as relaxed or as vibrant as you like.
Your Oslo Story Starts Here
Set beside the Oslofjord, The Thief places you moments from the Astrup Fearnley Museum, lively restaurants, and Norway’s design-forward capital culture. But your journey goes far beyond the city streets. We’ll create a completely personalised stay, blending cosmopolitan energy with offbeat local adventures, exclusive access, and meaningful moments.
Why Stay at The Thief?
This hotel redefines city luxury. Every room is designed with curated artwork, floor-to-ceiling windows, and thoughtful details. Add to that a spa overlooking the fjord and rooftop bar views, and you’ve got the perfect base for a tailor-made Norwegian escape.
Expect:
- Designer rooms with bespoke furnishings and fjord or city views
- Personalised cultural itineraries including private gallery access, local food tours, or music events
- Easy fjord access for kayaking, island-hopping, or cruises
- Tailor-made day trips to nearby forests, mountains, or iconic landmarks
A City Stay, Your Way
Whether you want to dive into Oslo’s creative scene, explore its wild edges, or blend both, we’ll shape every element to fit your style. This is your urban Arctic journey, crafted from the ground up.
Tailor-made options might include:
- Private architecture and design tours with local insight
- Exclusive sauna and spa experiences beside the Oslofjord
- Bespoke culinary journeys through Oslo’s Michelin and street food scenes
- Day trips to fjord landscapes or forest hikes, just beyond the city
Itinerary Inspiration in Oslo
We can personalise your stay and craft the perfect itinerary for you. Here are some examples of how we combine this accommodation with local experiences and give you a taste of the best.
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A Michelin Keys Journey Through Norway’s Fjords Mountains and Culture
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Autumn Auroras Fabulous Foodie Adventure
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Oslo City Break
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Lyngen Experience Lodge
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Norway Fjords and Arctic Adventure: Oslo to Lyngen Alps Escape
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Norway Fjords and Family Adventure
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Luxury Norway Fjords Journey from Oslo to Bergen
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A Luxury Journey Through the Fjords in Norway
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Oslo, Bergen and Lofoten Summer Escape
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Grand Rail Journey Through Denmark and Norway
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A Winter Escape Through Norway’s Arctic Wonders
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Luxury Oslo Fjords Adventure
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The Arctic Hideaway
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Norway and Sweden Summer Tour
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Alta Experience
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Norway Uncovered From Fjords to the Arctic Circle
A family adventure through Norway’s fjords and Arctic landscapes featuring scenic rail journeys, fjord cruises and Lofoten experiences
Oslo and Lofoten - Self Drive and Sea Eagle Safari
This Norwegian adventure seamlessly blends urban sophistication with the raw, untamed beauty of the Lofoten Islands.
Family Friendly Fjords Adventure in Norway
Family friendly journey through Norway’s fjords, forests and villages with scenic rail, cruises, farm visits and unique cultural experiences.
Cahkal Boutique Hotel
This is a fantastic location based in Kilpisjärvi the perfect base for exhilarating winter activities.Explore More Options in Norway
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Hello Lucy!! Kim and I had a fantastic time in Iceland! Probably one of my top 3 trips I’ve ever taken!
It was everything we asked for and you did a wonderful job coordinating it all so beautifully!!
Thank you very much and we will contact you again when we get ready to plan our trip to Norway and Lapland!
Doreen
The ease of everything stood out to me. All we had to do was be there at the right time. The dog sledding was the highlight for my daughter and sister. We had the best time! For me, Manshausen was the highlight. We were very lucky and the only guests there for the majority of our stay. The staff was amazing and the food was so delicious. We had moose steak and it was the best meal I’ve ever had.
The cabins were comfortable and we were so lucky to have 2 clear nights where we just sat and watched the northern lights. We were able to get some awesome pictures too.
I appreciate all your time and care with planning our trip! I won’t hesitate to use Off the Map travel for our next adventure.
Kelly
We originally hired Off the Map Travel in 2020 to set up a trip to see the Northern Lights. That didn’t happen, thanks to COVID. But, we persisted and in March of 2023, we took a 16-day trip that included both Iceland and Norway. IT WAS MAGICAL! Off the Map took care of everything! We were pampered at every stage of our trip. The people they hired and the activities they planned added up to a trip that will set the standard for any we’ll ever take in the future. Alex and his team were fabulous! We recommend them without restraint!
Jim & Kris
I would thoroughly recommend this company. Their planning and advice was spot on. Alex responded to my calls and emails very promptly. I will definitely use them again for future trips.
Rosie
The best travel experience ever on every level you can think of during a Lapland expedition (food, activities, timings, accommodation, transport, service, equipment…). I highly recommend Off The Map Travel for their outstanding level of professionalism and detail oriented mindset!
Sophie & Guy
Arctic Retreat was simply magical. Graham and his team were superb. Their entire focus was on ensuring we had an outstanding experience. The accommodation, setting and food were all excellent. The team, experienced professionals, each brought their own personal touch and local nuance. It was faultless. The dog sledging trip directly from Arctic Retreat was also superb. We would return to Arctic Retreat in a heartbeat.
George
We – the whole family – loved the whole journey!!
The accommodations, the activities and especially the great people – thank you very much for this fantastic organisation !!!
Barbara
Off the Map Travel was great! Alex helped us plan the most amazing 10 day honeymoon to Iceland. He gave us great recommendations and was so patient with us during the planning process!
Tori
I used OTMT to organise a holiday to see the Northern Lights for my partner’s 50th birthday. They took the time to understand my priorities, the kinds of places we like to stay and the things we like to do. They recommended a fabulous itinerary in Norway centred around the Lyngen Experience Lodge. The holiday itself lived up to expectations and I have no hesitation in recommending OTMT. They listened carefully during the planning and delivered the perfect present for my partner.
Alex
Fantastic trip to Svalbard which delivered the true Arctic experience we were hoping for. The hotels were excellent and the activities – dog sledding and snowmobile expedition were lead by first class guides.
Top tip! The champagne tasting in the world’s most northerly wine cellar in the exceptional Funken Lodge is not to be missed!
Faith
What an amazing trip we are having. It is incredible. Many many thanks for arranging such an incredible trip.
Giles
My family and I traveled to Sweden to see The Northern Lights in March of 2023. From the planning process to every detail of the trip, I could not have been more pleased with our experience. Alex was exceptional to work with. His guidance on the time of year, where to stay, activities to do and how to get to and from everything was spot on. I have never used a tour company before but thought a trip of this kind would be easier with some help. I am so glad that I did. The entire week was seamless and completely stress-free, allowing us to truly enjoy Sweden and our time together as a family. I will be recommending Off The Map travel to friends and family and will certainly be using them myself again in the future.
Emily