Title: Fengselshotellet Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Fengselshotellet Hotel with free breakfast, near Bystranda ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104420000/104419900/104419816/773ba0ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104420000/104419900/104419816/fa6e845c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s activities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104420000/104419900/104419816/2bccaad4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104420000/104419900/104419816/e87846f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104420000/104419900/104419816/abe8333d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in central Kristiansand, Fengselshotellet provides free in-room WiFi and a complimentary self-serve breakfast. Travelers can browse books in the library or use tables near the laundry facilities to catch up on work. The attentive staff enhances the overall experience. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Pet-friendly - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Parking included - Business services £79 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 18 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=104419816&PinnedHotelID=104419816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=104419816&PinnedHotelID=104419816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 19 - Oct 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=104419816&PinnedHotelID=104419816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=104419816&PinnedHotelID=104419816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=104419816&PinnedHotelID=104419816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=104419816&PinnedHotelID=104419816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=104419816&PinnedHotelID=104419816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=104419816&PinnedHotelID=104419816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104420000/104419900/104419816/e87846f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, 1 Double Bed 8.4 Very good 20 reviews ### Highlights TV - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Single Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104420000/104419900/104419816/84eaed13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room 8.2 Very good 10 reviews ### Highlights TV - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104420000/104419900/104419816/w1197h800x0y0-c2a18125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights TV - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Double Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104420000/104419900/104419816/ea1a8379.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 8.8 Excellent 14 reviews ### Highlights TV - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Quadruple Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104420000/104419900/104419816/21723533.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights TV - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArendal-Hotels-Fengselshotellet-As.h104419816.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArendal-Hotels-Fengselshotellet-As.h104419816.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C58.46678%2C8.76085&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DMam7jUVfC4I1zsaPWTB76kqqDw=) 6 Parkveien, Arendal, Agder, 4836 #### What's nearby - Bulder Lekeland - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Vitensenteret Sorlandet - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Bystranda - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Hisoy Route - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles - Hove strand - 16 min drive - 6.8 miles #### Getting around - Arendal Station - 11 min walk - Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) - 50 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Espresso House - ‬11 min walk - ‪No1 Sportsbar - ‬12 min walk - ‪Grand hotel Arendal - ‬9 min walk - ‪Madam Reiersen Pollen - ‬12 min walk - ‪Mønsj - ‬11 min walk ## About this property ### Fengselshotellet Hotel near Bystranda Located close to Bulder Lekeland and Vitensenteret Sorlandet, Fengselshotellet provides free self-service breakfast, a library and laundry facilities. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - An electric car charging station, express check-out and 3 meeting rooms - A nature reserve, a vending machine and a banquet hall Room features All guest rooms at Fengselshotellet offer amenities, such as free WiFi. ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67550000/67540900/67540842/aa590166.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotell Arendal Arendal - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Housekeeping - Soundproof rooms 7.6 Good 450 reviews £110 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=67540842&PinnedHotelID=67540842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892300/892294/2d9efb57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Hotel Arendal - Unike Hoteller Arendal - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 1,006 reviews £115 includes taxes & fees 18 Nov - 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Unike Hoteller Tvedestrand - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 390 reviews £115 includes taxes & fees 17 Nov - 18 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=1486802&PinnedHotelID=1486802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 transport - Electric car charging station on site - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM ### 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 lift ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Entertainment - TV ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime 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 - 8:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NOK 250, per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of NOK 250 per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: NOK 100 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet deposit: NOK 250 per stay - Pet fee: NOK 250 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Late check-out fee: NOK 200 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Fengselshotellet As Fengselshotellet Hotel Fengselshotellet Arendal Fengselshotellet Hotel Arendal ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fengselshotellet pet-friendly? > Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of NOK 250 per stay and a fee of NOK 250 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at Fengselshotellet? > As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fengselshotellet on 19 Oct 2025 start from £79.11, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arendal-Hotels-Fengselshotellet-As.h104419816.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Fengselshotellet? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Fengselshotellet? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Fengselshotellet? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for NOK 200 (subject to availability). ### Where is Fengselshotellet located? > Situated in Arendal, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bystranda, Bulder Lekeland and Vitensenteret Sorlandet. Hove strand and Risør Saltwater Aquarium are also within 32 mi (52 km). Arendal Station is 11 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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