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Clarion Hotel Ernst

4.0 star property
Hotel in Kristiansand with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Reception hall
Interior detail
Lobby
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking
Ballroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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Rådhusgt. 2, Kristiansand, 4664
  • Place, Kristiansand Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bystranda
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Aquarama Bad
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow-top bed
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow-top bed
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow-top bed
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking

Family Room, Non Smoking

Family Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow-top bed
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow-top bed
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (Moderate)

Single Room, Non Smoking (Moderate)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow-top bed
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Standard twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard double Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Compact Single Room

Pillow-top beds, desk, bed sheets

Compact Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Pillow-top beds, desk, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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 free daily breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the gym and sauna. Business amenities include conference space and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .With a stay at this 4-property class Kristiansand hotel, you'll be 12.5 km (7.8 mi) from Kristiansand Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Kristiansand Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Markens Gate - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bystranda - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Aquarama Bad - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Agder - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Patricks Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bellini - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Herlig Land - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tilstede mat og mer - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mercado - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Clarion Hotel Ernst

Hotel in Kristiansand with free breakfast and fitness centre
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. Free breakfast is available daily. 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. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Kristiansand hotel is smoke free.

  • 199 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1858
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • 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 designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (NOK 290 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily
  • 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
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

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)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1858
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: NOK 300 per pet, per stay
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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.

  • Self-parking fee: NOK 290 per night
  • Pet fee: NOK 300 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 

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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact 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 27 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clarion Hotel Ernst on 2 Nov 2025 start from AU$188.22, 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 Clarion Hotel Ernst?

Yep, Clarion Hotel Ernst has a self car park for NOK 290 per night.

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, complimentary breakfast is served daily.

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 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Clarion Hotel Ernst Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 562 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1025 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Barry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaias

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jim

Business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Terje

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

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Jørgen

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Julius

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

Cheap hotel trying to be a boutiqe hotel

Checked out after one day and moved to a neighbor hotel. The size of the family room was good. The room felt dirty, showering there the whole bathroom got wet. In general the hotel tries to be a "design hotel", but you so clearly feel how cheap all the design elements are.... Got a new hotel closer to the water and still enjoyed our stay in Kristiansand.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a little far away. I was not offered on site parking. We had an interior room. It would’ve been nice to have an exterior room. All that being said the room was lovely and the beds were very comfortable. It was nice to have a coffee maker in the room as well as a tea kettle. The buffet breakfast is outstanding probably the best we had in Norway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

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

Great Location but as ahead about parking

Was an overnight stay with a family of 4 so hard to tell about the overall experience with such a short stay. One thing was that we needed to use the hotel parking lot. When we checked in we were told they were book. I was never told to book ahead of time and parking in another lot was a slight challenge as we were leaving for the airport at 4am.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

HAL

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024