Fengselshotellet

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Bystranda

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Interior detail
Double Room, 1 Double Bed
Reception
Reception
Children’s activities

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services
The current price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Explore the area

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6 Parkveien, Arendal, Agder, 4836
  • Place, Bulder Lekeland
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Vitensenteret Sorlandet
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Hove strand
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Arendal

At Fengselshotellet you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Bystranda and Bulder Lekeland. Highlights at this hotel include free self-service 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. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Arendal hotel include Vitensenteret Sorlandet and Hove strand.

What's nearby

  • Bulder Lekeland - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Vitensenteret Sorlandet - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bystranda - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hisoy Route - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Hove strand - 16 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Espresso House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪No1 Sportsbar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Grand hotel Arendal - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Madam Reiersen Pollen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mønsj - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Fengselshotellet

Hotel with free breakfast, near Bystranda
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
  • Breakfast available (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. This Arendal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

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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

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
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 - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: NOK 250 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of NOK 250 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

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 deposit: NOK 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: NOK 250 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
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. 

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 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fengselshotellet on 11 Nov 2025 start from AU$182.73, 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 self-service breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 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

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 146 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

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

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kjell

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ånund

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aud Randi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ingve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanja Aune

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bjørn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Miguel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy Atle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Even

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cecilie Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henriette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spændende og anderledes overnatning

Meget anderledes at overnatte i et tidligere fængsel, men det var rigtig godt. Man kunne færdes i stort set hele fængslet og få et indtryk af, hvordan det var at være indsat der inden fængslet lukkede. Der var pænt og rent, og gode muligheder for underholdning, både i kælderen med bl.a. bordtennis og en arkademaskine, og ovenpå i biblioteket med diverse brætspil. Super hjælpsomt og flinkt personale. Selve byen, som er en lille havneby, er rigtig hyggelig, og i gåafstand fra hotellet (ca 10 min.) Helt klart et sted (og by) vi kan anbefale at bruge et par dage på.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Finn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yngvar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spennende konsept. Eneste minus var elendig luft på rommet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Vidar

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Arne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silje

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

HENRIK

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025