Clarion Hotel Ernst in Kristiansand

Description

Clarion Hotel Ernst in Kristiansand is a historic 4-star hotel originally built in 1858 and refurbished in 2001. It offers a wide variety of room types, from Economy Single rooms to 3 Bedrooms Apartments, including options with sea or river views. The hotel features modern amenities such as air conditioning, a fitness centre, sauna, and a restaurant serving buffet breakfast. Guests appreciate the clean rooms and comfortable beds, though some mention signs of wear consistent with the building’s age. Service is generally rated well, with friendly and efficient staff, although a few reviews note occasional delays at check-in and housekeeping. The hotel allows pets on request for an additional fee and provides facilities for disabled guests. With an overall rating of 8.4/10, Clarion Hotel Ernst balances its historic charm with practical features for business and leisure travelers.

Location

Located at Rådhusgt. 2, Clarion Hotel Ernst sits close to Kristiansand’s main shopping street and is just 840 meters from Bystranda beach. The Kristiansand airport (KRS Kjevik) is 8 kilometers away, making the hotel convenient for travelers arriving by air. Nearby dining options include Restaurant Herlig land (112 m), Glipp (144 m), and Subway (156 m), all rated 8/10. The central location allows easy access to city attractions and public transportation, placing you within comfortable walking distance of the town centre.

Tips

• Request a room facing outside for fresh air and a view, as some rooms face the lobby interior.
• Arrive with some flexibility around check-in time to avoid delays.
• Consider bringing additional warm clothing in summer due to reported heating issues in some rooms.

Policies and conditions

• Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
• Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
• Breakfast: Breakfast is available at the hotel. Please contact the hotel for details. Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
• Pets: Pets are allowed on request Fee: NOK 300.00 (approx. US$31.40) per pet per stay
• Service animals: Service animals are allowed on request
• Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 20 years old
• Paying at the hotel: DinersClub, Visa, AmericanExpress, MasterCard
• Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 11:00.