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Fengselshotellet

Property class: 2

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A brick building with a wooden gate, steps leading to an entrance, and greenery around.
A restaurant with round tables set for dining, black chairs, and a modern industrial ceiling.
A table with books, a cash reward sign, and a wanted poster.
A brick building with a red carpet entrance, a sign for 'INNGANG,' and directional signs for 'SELSKAP LOKALER,' 'RESEPSJOG,' and 'CATERING.'
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
  • Laundry

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

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

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Single Room

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

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A compact hotel room with bunk beds, a sink, and a painting on the wall.

Twin Room

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

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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

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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

About the neighborhood

Arendal

Fengselshotellet places you within a mile (2 km) of popular attractions like Bystranda and Bulder Lekeland. This 29-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Alti Arendal - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Arendal Cemetery - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bulder Lekeland - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Trinity Church - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Vitensenteret Sorlandet - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

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

Guests of Fengselshotellet enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a library.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms are shared.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 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

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 elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

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 lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for NOK 339 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NOK 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Fengselshotellet As
Fengselshotellet Hotel
Fengselshotellet Arendal
Fengselshotellet Hotel Arendal

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Fengselshotellet?

Fengselshotellet offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Fengselshotellet?

As of Oct 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fengselshotellet on Oct 20, 2026 start from $124, 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.

What's there to see near Fengselshotellet?

This hotel in Arendal is within a 10-minute walk of KUBEN and Glass Elevator to the Top of Fløyheia. You'll also find Alti Arendal and Bulder Lekeland less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Fengselshotellet?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Does Fengselshotellet include a casino on the premises?

No, Fengselshotellet doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Fengselshotellet?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Fengselshotellet?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like bathrobes as well as a free daily breakfast and a library.

Does Fengselshotellet have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Fengselshotellet have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Fengselshotellet offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Fengselshotellet allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Fengselshotellet for a fee of NOK 339 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Fengselshotellet have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Fengselshotellet?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Fengselshotellet.

Fengselshotellet Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 270 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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Artig å overnatte på ett tidligere fengsel. Litt harde senger og lytt mellom cellene. God frokost. Hyggelig betjening. Eneste jeg har å utsette på var at den lille koselige bakhagen ved resepsjonen var for røykere. Det burde i 2026 vært røykfritt. Og heller lage ett annet område utenfor selve hotellet. Men fint å sitte oppe på terrassen og spise frokosten.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Hva skal en si? Sjarmerende at et gammelt fengsel kan bli hotell. Helt greit rom, men trang og ukomfortabel seng. TV som ikke hadde lineære kanaler, som gjorde at VM-fotball måtte ses på en iPad og en ustabil nettverkslinje. Ikke familievennlig hotell, men fint for soloreisende..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vi hadde ei super natt ,vindu ut mot luftegården og ingen støy. 6åringen storkoste seg med skattejakt. Grei frokost
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rommet var rent og frokosten var bra.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gøy hotell der jeg bodde i en fengselscelle. Interessant å lese plakatene på veggene i hotellet, som forteller historien til dette fengselet. Meget hyggelig betjening som villig viste meg rundt. Helt grei frokost og fasiliteter, billigste hotell i Arendal og jeg er veldig fornøyd.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fin opplevelse. Bra frokost og hyggelig personale.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enda mer oppgradert, fengsel i særklasse ! Veldig god frokost, hyggelig vertskap ! Enkel adkomst og parkering. Kommer plutselig tilbake igjen, hilsen Arne
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jeg vil på det sterkeste anbefale overnatting her. Det er annerledes, og en skikkelig opplevelse. De ansatte er utrolig hyggelige og hjelpsomme.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026