In a shopping district, Clarion Hotel Ernst offers modern comforts and attentive service. Enjoy the sauna or steam room, connect to WiFi in public areas, visit The Social Bar & Bistro for a meal or grab a drink at the bar. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.
When you stay at Clarion Hotel Ernst, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Kristiansand Zoo. The restaurant is perfect for a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the sauna for a relaxing end to the day. Other highlights include a fitness centre, a steam room and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
199 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
On-site self-parking (NOK 290 per night)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free breakfast available each morning
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business centre
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
On-site car hire
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 1858
Fitness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Sleep well
Pillow-top mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
More
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
The Social Bar & Bistro – On-site bistro.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for NOK 150 per night
Rollaway beds are available for NOK 300 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NOK 300 per pet, per stay
Parking
Self-parking costs NOK 290 per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Clarion Hotel Ernst offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Clarion Hotel Ernst does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Clarion Hotel Ernst?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of NOK 300 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Clarion Hotel Ernst?
Yes. Self-parking costs NOK 290 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Clarion Hotel Ernst?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Clarion Hotel Ernst and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities such as a sauna and a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near Clarion Hotel Ernst?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, The Social Bar & Bistro.
What's the area around Clarion Hotel Ernst like?
Clarion Hotel Ernst is in the heart of Kristiansand, a short 4-minute walk from Kristiansand Station and 2 minutes' walk from Kristiansand Cathedral.
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Clarion Hotel Ernst Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Location
Room
What guests liked
The buffet breakfast was outstanding and considered one of the best. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
12 May 2025
Wonderful buffet breakfast.
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 May 2025
Bedding was good. Old property but maintained. Complementary breakfast was awesome. Overall good stay!
ASIF
ASIF, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2025
Good Service.
Terje
Terje, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 May 2025
ihan hyvä
Timo
Timo, 6-night trip
6/10 Good
4 Jul 2025
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.
Elnaz
Elnaz, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
18 May 2025
Geen uitzicht vanuit de kamer. We keken op een blinde muur. Jammer, want voor de rest was de kamer OK. Handig dat er ook een parking was al waren sommige plaatsen, alsook de uitgang, zeer smal
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
26 Jul 2025
Bad service
When we arrived at the agreed time (3 p.m.) our room was not cleaned yet. The receptionist said that it would be ready in a few minutes and that we can wait in the lobby for a moment. We understood that she will come and let us know when it is cleaned and ready. We waited for almost an hour and when I went to ask why it is not ready yet, she asked my name and seemed that she did not even remember what it was about. Another receptionist joined the conversation and when he understood what it was about, he told immediately that the room was ready. We got the feeling that the first receptionist just forgot us..
Raine
Raine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sept 2025
Anne Torill Pedersen
Anne Torill Pedersen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Sept 2025
Kristoffer
Kristoffer, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
27 Sept 2025
Kari
Kari, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Sept 2025
Koselig hotell som ligger sentralt i byen. Nydelig frokost.
Mette
Mette, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
24 Sept 2025
Lars
Lars, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept 2025
Line Karlberg
Line Karlberg, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 Sept 2025
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Sept 2025
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Sept 2025
Cecilie
Cecilie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Sept 2025
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Sept 2025
Charlotte
Charlotte, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Sept 2025
Erik
Erik, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Sept 2025
Meget bra til en fornuftig pris
Pent og rent rom. Nydelig seng. Flott ftokost.
Wifi--signaler falt stadig ut.
Tor Arnt
Tor Arnt, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Sept 2025
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Sept 2025
Maren
Maren, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept 2025
Tore
Tore, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept 2025
Aina
Aina, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
7 Sept 2025
Helt ok
Veldig lite rom. Slitt rom og bad. Gammelt interiør og bad. Hyggelig betjening og god service. Veldig god frokost og sentral beliggenhet.