I had a really wonderful stay at Mona's and miss this cosy apartment dearly. I stayed at Mona's for four weeks when I was doing research in Oslo for my PhD. The apartment is in an excellent location, in the heart of Grünerlokka, tucked away in a quiet side street, with plenty of parks and cafés/restaurants around.

There is a tram stop very close by, but the city centre is only a few stops away, and often I preferred to just walk into town, which is a nice 20 minute walk. There are plenty of great spots near Bjerkelundgata, my highlights being some of the old converted buildings on the nearby river. The Botanical Gardens and Munch Museum are also just a short walk away, and there are plenty of great routes for people who enjoy running.

The flat itself is beautifully decorated and really well equipped and I felt at home immediately. Having a desk was a great bonus during my stay. The bathroom is excellent (floor heating!), and for longer stays having a washing machine is superb. There were also a hair dryer and some toiletries and nice soaps to use. The kitchenette is well suited for preparing simple meals, and there were some teas/coffee/muesli as well as oils and herbs, which was a wonderful bonus.

I really can't thank Mona and Roy enough for having made me feel so at home in Oslo, for giving very useful tips on what to do, and for answering any questions I had and ensuring I was comfortable at all times. I hope that next time I come to Oslo I can stay at their apartment again.