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Clarion Hotel Ernst

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A spacious lobby with leather armchairs, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.
A circular architectural feature with a central spiral and multiple levels of balconies.
The Clarion Hotel Ernst entrance with a grand archway, steps, and decorative street lamps.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign for breakfast & banquet.
A modern fitness center with treadmills and a glass wall separating the area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Explore the area

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RĂ„dhusgt. 2, Kristiansand, 4664
  • Place, Visit Kristiansand / Kristiansand Turistkontor
    â€Ș1 min walk‬
  • Place, Markens Gate
    â€Ș1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kristiansand Cathedral
    â€Ș3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik)
    â€Ș17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, and a wooden floor.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(116 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of a building.

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Family Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Non Smoking (Moderate)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, a small table with a lamp, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Single Room, Non Smoking (Moderate)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Kristiansand

Clarion Hotel Ernst puts you in the heart of Kristiansand, within steps of Visit Kristiansand / Kristiansand Turistkontor and Markens Gate. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a sauna. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of car rentals on site. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Kvadraturen hotel include Kristiansand Cathedral and St. Ansgar Catholic Church.

What's nearby

  • Visit Kristiansand / Kristiansand Turistkontor - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Markens Gate - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kristiansand Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christiansholm Festning - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Aquarama Bad - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Kristiansand Station - 4 min walk
  • Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘMother India - ‬3 min walk
  • â€ȘSkagen - ‬4 min walk
  • â€ȘPatricks Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • â€ȘHos Naboen - ‬1 min walk
  • â€ȘTelford's Pub - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Clarion Hotel Ernst

Clarion Hotel Ernst offers its guests a sauna and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business centre. The business-friendly Clarion Hotel Ernst also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities.

This 4-star Kristiansand hotel is smoke free.

  • 199 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1858
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Clarion Hotel Ernst offers 199 accommodations with minibars and a hairdryer. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; NOK 220 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Social Bar & Bistro

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1858
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: NOK 300 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 300 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NOK 150 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NOK 220 per person
  • Pet fee: NOK 300 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NOK 150 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NOK 300 per day

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; 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Clarion Hotel Ernst?

Clarion Hotel Ernst offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Clarion Hotel Ernst?

As of 15 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clarion Hotel Ernst on 27 Sept 2026 start from AU$158, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Clarion Hotel Ernst?

Yep, Clarion Hotel Ernst is a short 13-minute walk from Bystranda.

Does Clarion Hotel Ernst have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Clarion Hotel Ernst, but Aquarama Bad is a short 14-minute walk away.

What makes Clarion Hotel Ernst a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Clarion Hotel Ernst.

Does Clarion Hotel Ernst serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Clarion Hotel Ernst?

No, Clarion Hotel Ernst does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Clarion Hotel Ernst?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Clarion Hotel Ernst?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Clarion Hotel Ernst Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 543 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast. Nice room. Comfy bed. It's a great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, great breakfast, close to town centre
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and very helpfull personell.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Magnus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice, old and elegant hotel. I had a very small room with a nice bed. The breakfast was very good!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, friendly staff and well located, close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful buffet breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Reidar

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bra
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities
Staff- perfect, breakfast - great. Room - comfortable. Hallways were unfortunately dirty and bathroom had thick dust around the ceiling fan and bathroom tiles cracked
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. The Clarion is in a nice part of town with easy walking distance to dining and shopping. Rooms are quaint and comfortable. Staff was very friendly, and breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henrik Gladhaug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
👌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

ASIF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bedding was good. Old property but maintained. Complementary breakfast was awesome. Overall good stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Svein Tore

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice hotel but you can see the wear.

Nice hotel but you can see the wear.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with great and firendly service. Well located. The entrance has some real old-world charm but the rooms are comforable and functional
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Per

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Mikael

Room without wndows
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tonje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Sentralt hotell

Hotellet trenger oppussing, men har god frokost.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Einar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Fint hotell

Fint hotell, standard rom. God seng. Gjennomsnittlig frokost.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

abukar Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thor Egil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elnaz

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The overall experience was just fine. They didn’t have parking available in the middle of the week, the thermostat didn’t work correctly and it was extremely cold inside during summer. Otherwise the hotel was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025