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Fengselshotellet

Property class: 3
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Bulder Lekeland

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A brick building with a wooden gate, steps leading to an entrance, and greenery around.
A brick wall with a green-framed window, a flat-screen TV displaying a mountain landscape, and a buffet setup with various food items and utensils.
A brick building with a red carpet entrance, a sign for 'INNGANG,' and directional signs for 'SELSKAP LOKALER,' 'RESEPSJOG,' and 'CATERING.'
A table with books, a cash reward sign, and a wanted poster.
A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

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 Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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

Standard 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 Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

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

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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 Twin Beds

View all photos for Quadruple Room

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 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A single bed with a wooden frame, a bedside table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bunk Bed

Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the area

Arendal

Heart of Arendal.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Arendal hotel, you'll find Bystranda and Bulder Lekeland. Vitensenteret Sorlandet is within 2 miles (3 km) and Hove strand is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Glass Elevator to the Top of Fløyheia - 9 min walk - 0.8 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

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Bulder Lekeland
The 2 coffee shops/cafes are great spots to grab coffee. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

4 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2600 square feet (242 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Fengselshotellet. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Arendal hotel.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2600 sq ft of conference space
  • 242 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1860
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Fengselshotellet offers 36 accommodations with bathrobes and shared/communal kitchens. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)).

Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Microwaves, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request

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 transportation

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

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
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave on request
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating

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 an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Fengselshotellet As
Fengselshotellet Hotel
Fengselshotellet Arendal
Fengselshotellet Hotel Arendal

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fengselshotellet to the airport?

Fengselshotellet is 40.6 mi (50-min drive) away from the Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fengselshotellet?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fengselshotellet on Oct 30, 2026 start from CA $132, excluding 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.

Does Fengselshotellet have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fengselshotellet.

How close is Fengselshotellet to the beach?

This hotel is 0.9 mi (6-min drive) from Bystranda and 8 mi (23-min drive) from Hove strand. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Fengselshotellet offer free breakfast?

Fengselshotellet offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Fengselshotellet?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Fengselshotellet?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs NOK 200 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Fengselshotellet?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Fengselshotellet have a pool?

Fengselshotellet does not have a pool.

Does Fengselshotellet have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Fengselshotellet to downtown Arendal?

Fengselshotellet is 0.5 mi away from Arendal.

Fengselshotellet Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 272 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
Fint rom og gode senger. Like artig for barn som voksne.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Utrolig hyggelig betjening. Rent og pent. God frokost! Super service!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Veldig hyggelig personale og artig sted å bo.. Små celler med lite komfort som ventet. Kjøleskap i gangen. Vifte på rommet. Do og dusj uten skjerming på rommet. Litt spesielt,men greit likevel. Kunne klart oss uten do, pga var doer og dusjer både her og der. Hyggelige å få med omvisning av daglig leder,som også var tidligere innsatt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spesiell opplevelse å overnatte i et fengsel. Det var litt for varmt å sove der, men senga og madrassen var veldig god. Helt grei enkel frokost. Gøy å gå rundt å se og høre litt historie om stedet. Koselig personale, og bra service. Kan anbefales hvis du ønsker en litt annen opplevelse enn et vanlig hotellrom. Fengselet ligger ikke så langt unna sentrum. Grei spasertur.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Små rom, liten plass til baggasje på rommet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bra personale å frokost. Tøft hotell.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Godt opplevelse, tatt i mot med respekt og omsorgsfull.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Det er jo et fengsel, Eneste forskjellen er at du kan gå ut og inn som du vil....veldig bra konsept og passer bra for familier osv....
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Veldig fornøyd med oppholdet. Alle som jobbet der var hyggelige. Frokosten var god. Kommer til å bo der neste gang jeg skal til Arendal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alt var veldig bra, men toalett på rommet var ikke helt ok 🙃
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Så trevlig personal! Vi kände oss så välkomna!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Virkelig en anderledes opplevelse å se et fengsel fra innsiden/cella og overnatte . Vi fikk en omvisning som var prikken over i'en med virkelig innlevelse.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bra opplevelse og god service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Veldig hyggelige og hjelpsomme de som jobber der. Spennende konsept og et hotell som ikke er lik andre hoteller. Et stort pluss, gratis parkering og trygt å sette igjen syklene på bilen👍 Dette må være et ypperlig sted å ta med litt store unger og ungdommer på✌️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Veldig gøyalt hotell å være på. Ungene likte seg kjempegodt! Hyggelig personal , rent og pent på rommet. Frokost var enkel som forespeilet i omtale men må trekke ned at det var dårlig utvalg i forhold til cøliaki. Det var også sjelden folk i resepsjonen slik at man måtte vente lenge og vel på at det dukket opp noen. Men ellers veldig bra opphold!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Artig hotel med hyggelig personale. Brødet til frokosten var tørt og dermed ble frokosten ingen høydare.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Artig konsept med hotell i gammelt fengsel. Det var rent og pent, og mye morsomt å se på. Reiste med ungdom på 15 som ikke var særlig imponert over toalett på rommet og delt dusj, vil tro yngre barn setter mer pris på det. Frokosten var enkel, som beskrevet. Kunne enkelt vært tatt opp et lite hakk ved å sørge for ferskere brød, og kanskje litt mer frukt tilgjengelig. Alt i alt ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Litt annerledes opphold. Artig å overnatte i et bygg som har vært fengsel. Enkel men rent og pent. Betjeningen var veldig hjelpsomme. En annerledes opplevelse.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enkelt men veldig bra, og morsomt
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Snakk om hotell med særpreg 👍👍👍 Fantastisk totalopplevelse. Dere kunne gjort mer ut av bakgården….?🙄 Den var trist. Greit med noe autentisk, men kanskje ikke hele?? 🙄
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Veldig hyggelig opplevelse
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Artig konsept 👍 rene fine rom. Frokost helt topp. Kommer garantert tilbake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026