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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Fengselshotellet AS

Located in Arendal, 21 km from The Ibsen House, Fengselshotellet AS provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free private parking. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. With a shared bathroom, rooms at Fengselshotellet AS also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are equipped with a city view. At the accommodation each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. You can play table tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. The nearest airport is Kristiansand, Kjevik Airport, 63 km from Fengselshotellet AS.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
1 bunk bed
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
and
3 double beds
2 double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Arendal
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Valeriya
    France France
    Not being fan of hostels, this one is amazing, should be in the « must see » ❤️
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a fun and interesting place to stay for a night. Close to town and something different.
  • Simo
    Finland Finland
    This is something else than boring chain hotels! Nice combination of facilities but no more. Warm feelings!
  • Guy
    South Africa South Africa
    An unusual, different experience ie to stay in a former prison
  • Keith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Super friendly and helpful - something completely different and a fun change from a “normal” hotel.
  • Maximilian
    Germany Germany
    The looks / style and feel, the very friendly personal and the history information everywhere.
  • Nicholas
    Norway Norway
    Unique, welcoming, educational. Super comfortable, unlike anywhere I’ve stayed. Audun is a brilliant host, gave us a tour which will live with me for a long time. Everyone should stay here at least once. I’ll be back!
  • Kr
    Germany Germany
    Very quirky. A converted prison. Forn Norway a good price.
  • Mindaugas
    Sweden Sweden
    Nice experience, very clean, very comfortable beds (even in freedom hard to find so good beds 😀)
  • Casey
    Ireland Ireland
    Comfortable, warm room. Fascinating articles and history. Fun spaces. Great commitment to the concept. Simple tasty breakfast. Nice town. Really enjoyed our stay!

Property questions and answers
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  • Hei. Jeg kjører i elbil fra Stavanger i 17-tiden tirsdag 20.12. Er det mulig med innsjekk sent på kvelden? Jeg fikser meg selv bare jeg får tilgang til nøkkel. Jeg tør ikke booke før jeg vet svaret på dette. Og ett spørsmål til: Har dere elbilader slik at bilen kan lade om natten?

    Hei. Ingen problem. Du får kode til hoveddøren. Og nøkkelen ligger klar til deg i resepsjonen. Dessverre så har vi ikke el bil lader foreløpig. Mvh
    Answered on 19 December 2022

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Fengselshotellet AS
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Business facilities
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Designated smoking area
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English
    • Norwegian

    House rules
    Fengselshotellet AS takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 23:00
    Check-out
    From 11:00 to 11:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 12 years
    Extra bed upon request
    NOK 399 per child, per night
    13+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    NOK 599 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaCash

    FAQs about Fengselshotellet AS

    • Fengselshotellet AS offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Games room
      • Table tennis
      • Bicycle rental
      • Walking tours

    • Yes, Fengselshotellet AS is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Room options at Fengselshotellet AS include:

      • Double
      • Single
      • Twin
      • Family

    • The prices at Fengselshotellet AS may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Fengselshotellet AS is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:30.

    • Fengselshotellet AS is 850 yards from the centre of Arendal. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.