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Clarion Hotel Ernst

4.0 star property
Hotel in Kristiansand with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Reception hall
Ballroom
Lobby
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, bed sheets
Interior detail
Located in a shopping district, Clarion Hotel Ernst offers modern comforts and attentive service. Guests can unwind in the sauna or steam room, use WiFi in public areas, and dine at The Social Bar & Bistro or enjoy drinks at the bar. Many visitors praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, bed sheets

Family Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Non Smoking (Moderate) | Pillowtop beds, desk, bed sheets

Single Room, Non Smoking (Moderate)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Standard twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Pillowtop beds, desk, bed sheets

Compact Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Pillowtop beds, desk, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
Rådhusgt. 2, Kristiansand, 4664

What's nearby

  • Kristiansand Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Markens Gate - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bystranda - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Aquarama Bad - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Agder - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kristiansand Station - 4 min walk
  • Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Patricks Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bellini - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Herlig Land - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tilstede mat og mer - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mercado - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Clarion Hotel Ernst

Upscale hotel in a shopping district
Take advantage of free breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and car rentals on site at Clarion Hotel Ernst. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Social Bar & Bistro, the on-site bistro. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • TVs with cable channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (NOK 290 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Social Bar & Bistro

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1858
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NOK 300 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 300 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NOK 150 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: NOK 290 per night
  • Pet fee: NOK 300 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NOK 150 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NOK 300 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which 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)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Clarion Hotel Ernst pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee 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.

How much is parking at Clarion Hotel Ernst?

Self parking is available for NOK 290 per night.

What time is check-in at Clarion Hotel Ernst?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Clarion Hotel Ernst?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Clarion Hotel Ernst located?

Located in the heart of Kristiansand, this hotel is steps from Visit Kristiansand / Kristiansand Turistkontor, Markens Gate, and Kristiansand Cathedral. Kristiansand Domkirke and St. Ansgar Catholic Church are also within 10 minutes. Kristiansand Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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Reviews

Clarion Hotel Ernst Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 563 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1026 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, friendly staff and well located, close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful buffet breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

ASIF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bedding was good. Old property but maintained. Complementary breakfast was awesome. Overall good stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Goran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, friendly and helpful staff, perfect location and comfy beds... loved it.😊
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Elnaz

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Amenities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good hotel

good hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Friendly and accommodating staff, clean hotel, great sauna and steam room. Nice bar to end the day on with a drink or bite to eat
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rune

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hyggelig hotell, sentralt plassert i Kristiansand.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

John Morten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Flot hotel god service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Raine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

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..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petter Truls

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

God seng , stille , rolig
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Bed bugs in the hotel room

We found bed bugs in the first room (number 506). I went to the reception desk with video and they moved us to another room. Otherwise the hotel has a very central location in Kristiansand. The room was quite small and breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great Location but as ahead about parking

Was an overnight stay with a family of 4 so hard to tell about the overall experience with such a short stay. One thing was that we needed to use the hotel parking lot. When we checked in we were told they were book. I was never told to book ahead of time and parking in another lot was a slight challenge as we were leaving for the airport at 4am.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap hotel trying to be a boutiqe hotel

Checked out after one day and moved to a neighbor hotel. The size of the family room was good. The room felt dirty, showering there the whole bathroom got wet. In general the hotel tries to be a "design hotel", but you so clearly feel how cheap all the design elements are.... Got a new hotel closer to the water and still enjoyed our stay in Kristiansand.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Middels bra hotell

Fint hotell, men noe slitt. Hyggelig betjening. Bra frokost. Myke senger.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a little far away. I was not offered on site parking. We had an interior room. It would’ve been nice to have an exterior room. All that being said the room was lovely and the beds were very comfortable. It was nice to have a coffee maker in the room as well as a tea kettle. The buffet breakfast is outstanding probably the best we had in Norway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Veldig utdatert rom. Trenger oppussing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Anneke

Liked: Amenities
There was much noise from the street. We did’nt sleep well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

För dyrt för vad man får

Detta hotell säljer sig som ett 4-stjärnigt hotell, vilket det inte är. Lobbyn är fin, men rummen är gamla, mörka, trånga och inte värt pengarna. Vi bokade ett deluxe rum (3500NOK), och fick ett rum tillhörande ett 2-3 stjärnigt hotell. Ingen minibar (stängd under sommaren!), urkass AC och ett badrum från sent 80-tal. Som jämförelse så bodde vi natten innan i centrala Olso, 5-stjärnigt hotell för samma kostnad. Och till sist; man måste uppskatta skrikande barn om man bor här (vilket hotellet såklart inte kan rå för, men är av betydande vikt för oss resenärer som inte uppskattar spring och skrik från barn).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

per e anders

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Utmerket beliggenhet

Fint hotell med utmerket beliggenhet. Som ventet mye barnefamiljer så frokosten blir trang og hektisk. Rommet helt fint men fikk ikke til AC så det ble litt kjølig !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Henrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lytt

Det er for lytt og de setter i gang musikk i lobby som høres på rommet ca 07:00 på morgenen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sentralt beliggende nær til hoved gågaten. Hyggelig personale som var ekspeditte
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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