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Fengselshotellet

Property class: 2

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A brick building with a wooden gate, steps leading to an entrance, and greenery around.
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A restaurant with round tables set for dining, black chairs, and a modern industrial ceiling.
A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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6 Parkveien, Arendal, Agder, 4836
  • Place, Arendal Cemetery
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bulder Lekeland
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Vitensenteret Sorlandet
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room

A small room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a window with a view of buildings, and a wall with a rose painting.

Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

A compact hotel room with bunk beds, a sink, and a painting on the wall.

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A small, cozy room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fan, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A room with a bunk bed, a desk, a chair, a bed with green bedding, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a shoe rack.

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

A room with a bunk bed, a desk, a chair, a glass partition, and a window.

Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Arendal

Fengselshotellet puts you in the heart of Arendal, within a 20-minute stroll of Bystranda and Bulder Lekeland. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and express check-out. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Arendal hotel include Vitensenteret Sorlandet and Hove strand.

What's nearby

  • Alti Arendal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Arendal Cemetery - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bulder Lekeland - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Trinity Church - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Vitensenteret Sorlandet - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Arendal Station - 11 min walk
  • Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mønsj - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Egon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Arendal streetfood - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Blom - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Fengselshotellet

Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1076 square feet (100 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at Fengselshotellet. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Arendal hotel.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Library
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Fengselshotellet offers 29 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes. This Arendal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NOK 200
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NOK 200
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: NOK 339 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NOK 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: NOK 339 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: NOK 200 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NOK 200 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Fengselshotellet As
Fengselshotellet Hotel
Fengselshotellet Arendal
Fengselshotellet Hotel Arendal

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fengselshotellet?

Fengselshotellet offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Fengselshotellet?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fengselshotellet on 1 Oct 2026 start from AU$164, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Fengselshotellet?

Yep, Fengselshotellet has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Fengselshotellet?

Yep, Fengselshotellet is a short 15-minute walk from Bystranda.

Does Fengselshotellet serve breakfast?

Yep, free buffet breakfast is available weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fengselshotellet?

No, Fengselshotellet does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fengselshotellet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Fengselshotellet Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 259 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone we interacted with was kind and friendly. Everyplace was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
As a prison experience this is a fantastic choice.. The manager is a former inmate and the history itselv is worth it All... Before we arrived, we joked about that the Breakfast would be bread and water.. It was almost like that... Not continental 😊 As a hotel experience it is not the choice...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vi hadde ei super natt ,vindu ut mot luftegården og ingen støy. 6åringen storkoste seg med skattejakt. Grei frokost
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rommet var rent og frokosten var bra.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gøy hotell der jeg bodde i en fengselscelle. Interessant å lese plakatene på veggene i hotellet, som forteller historien til dette fengselet. Meget hyggelig betjening som villig viste meg rundt. Helt grei frokost og fasiliteter, billigste hotell i Arendal og jeg er veldig fornøyd.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fin opplevelse. Bra frokost og hyggelig personale.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jeg vil på det sterkeste anbefale overnatting her. Det er annerledes, og en skikkelig opplevelse. De ansatte er utrolig hyggelige og hjelpsomme.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charmerende, men enkelt. Ikke så tydeligt, at Wc og håndvask er i værelset, altså for fodenden af sengen - og så bad på gangen. Hvis dette er ok, får man en realistisk oplevelse af at bo i en celle. Morgenmad meget enkelt stillet frem. Udvalget er som de fleste ville spise hjemme, inkl. frugt. Lokalerne er indrettet med effekter fra fængslet på en meget uhøjtidelig måde.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Är jättenöjd. Så spännande med både hotell och museum. Det enda jag saknade var en sänglampa så jag kunde läsa.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Et annerledes hotell og fin opplevelse
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Det var rent og pent på cella og i dusjen. Frokosten var akkurat som forventet - enkel. Men det var godt utvalg av pålegg. Koselig personale. 7-8 minutters gang ned til sentrum. Greit å kunne ta heisen fra torvet i sentrum opp igjen til fengslet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spennende og anderledes hotell. Guttungen syntes dette var skikkelig stas og her var mye spennende. Frokosten var annonsert som "selvbetjent", men hadde helt greit utvalg av pålegg og faktisk noe mer varierende enn kjente kjeder. Anbefales for en natt om man er på gjennomgripende.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
En gøy opplevelse å sove i så gamle celler, mange historier på veggene som var interessante. Veldig hyggelig personale, litt enkel frokost men som beskrevet serveres det enkel fengselsfrokost. Gode senger var det og.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Et flott sted med fasiliteter og rom som forventet. Rent, ryddig og veldig hyggelig personale. Bra frokost.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Veldig bra frokost og gratis parkering . Hunden våres sov godt i cella m oss
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Veldig bra
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Flott.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Frokost var tragisk, men resten var veldig bra. Trivelige ansatte😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Kjekk opplevelse og flott opplegg. Anbefales
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Første natten var dårlig, fikk et rom som ikke var vasket. Andre dag ok, men veldig lytt mellom rommene
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Frokost var heilt ok
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Greit nok å ha med hund. Så ikke til noe personale. Rommet var rent. Forferdelig frokost opplegg. Et guffent sted. Bør heller betegnes som pensjonat.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personalet var veldig hyggelig! Rommet var rent, gratis parking var suppert, vi er generelt veldig fornøyd!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Hyggelig betjening og spennende konsept! Anbefales absolutt særlig om man har med seg barn! Jeg ble fengslet😄
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025