A coastal town with a prominent church spire, a harbor with boats, and a hilly landscape in the background.

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Recommended hotels in Arendal

A buffet with various food items and a tiled backsplash.

1. Thon Hotel Arendal

Thon Hotel Arendal
4.0 star property
Arendal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice staff and really amazing breakfast"
United Kingdom
Sandra Marie
The price is SAR 518
SAR 580 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Thon Hotel Arendal
A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a chair and a table, and a large window with a view of the water.

2. Clarion Hotel Tyholmen Arendal

Clarion Hotel Tyholmen Arendal
4.0 star property
Arendal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great room, great location! Breakfast is one of the best!"
Canada
juan
Clarion Hotel Tyholmen Arendal
A modern room with a wooden panel wall and a large abstract painting with a prominent letter 'H'.

3. Lille Hotell

Lille Hotell
3.0 star property
Arendal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (485 reviews)
"Good room, near parking available."
Germany
Kai
The price is SAR 350
SAR 470 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lille Hotell
A brick building with a wooden gate, steps leading to an entrance, and greenery around.

4. Fengselshotellet

Fengselshotellet
3.0 star property
Arendal
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (273 reviews)
"Everyone we interacted with was kind and friendly. Everyplace was very clean. "
United States
Heidi
The price is SAR 330
SAR 369 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Fengselshotellet
A breakfast buffet with various food items and a coffee station.

5. Grand Hotel Arendal - Unike Hoteller

Grand Hotel Arendal - Unike Hoteller
3.0 star property
Arendal
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great breakfast. Lovely room, nice staff"
Australia
Bernard
The price is SAR 573
SAR 645 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Grand Hotel Arendal - Unike Hoteller
A restaurant interior with string lights, tables, and chairs.

6. Hotell Arendal

Hotell Arendal
3.0 star property
Arendal
7.6 out of 10, Good, (628 reviews)
"Clean. Simple. Modern. Close to parking and city centre. But no breakfast on the door at 8am.."
United States
christina
The price is SAR 412
SAR 465 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hotell Arendal
A beach scene with clear water, people swimming, and buildings in the background.

7. Strand Hotel Fevik - by Classic Norway Hotels

Strand Hotel Fevik - by Classic Norway Hotels
4.5 star property
Grimstad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great service and great location of the hotel 👌 Also easy parking. "
Norway
Lars Tore
The price is SAR 463
SAR 519 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Strand Hotel Fevik - by Classic Norway Hotels
A red building with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and other buildings.

8. Topcamp Bie - Grimstad

Topcamp Bie - Grimstad
1.5 star property
Grimstad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (124 reviews)
"👌"
Norway
kimmy
The price is SAR 365
SAR 412 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Topcamp Bie - Grimstad
A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of a harbor with boats and buildings.

9. Tvedestrand Fjordhotell - Unike Hoteller

Tvedestrand Fjordhotell - Unike Hoteller
3.0 star property
Tvedestrand
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (474 reviews)
"Nice older cute hotel, nice staff! Good stay right on fjord small harbor"
United States
Michael
The price is SAR 550
SAR 618 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Tvedestrand Fjordhotell - Unike Hoteller
A harbor with boats docked, a church in the background, and a row of houses.

10. Vertikalen

Vertikalen
3.0 star property
Lillesand
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (254 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, excellent food and beautiful walking path right next to property. "
United States
kari
The price is SAR 245
SAR 277 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Vertikalen
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a rooftop terrace with outdoor seating.

11. Comfort Hotel Grimstad

Comfort Hotel Grimstad
3.0 star property
Grimstad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (183 reviews)
"Great hotel for pets"
Norway
Bartosz
The price is SAR 490
SAR 549 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Comfort Hotel Grimstad
A coastal town with a marina, houses, and a church.

12. Home Hotel Grimstad

Home Hotel Grimstad
3.0 star property
Grimstad
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful place, staff and stay."
United States
Gerri
The price is SAR 547
SAR 612 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Home Hotel Grimstad
A view from a window overlooking a harbor with boats, a small building, and a forested hill in the background.

13. Hotel Norge Lillesand

Hotel Norge Lillesand
3.0 star property
Lillesand
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (311 reviews)
"Well located across from the marina and near shops and restaurants. Very nice historical hotel. "
United States
Lisa
The price is SAR 549
SAR 615 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hotel Norge Lillesand
A rooftop terrace with tables and chairs, a large ship model, and a building with a white facade.

14. Risør Hotel

Risør Hotel
3.0 star property
Risør
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Close to city center."
Norway
Jan
The price is SAR 733
SAR 821 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Risør Hotel
An aerial view of a marina with boats docked, surrounded by greenery and hills.

15. Sørlandet Feriesenter

Sørlandet Feriesenter
2.0 star property
Risør
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"bra"
Norway
Andre
The price is SAR 277
SAR 467 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Sørlandet Feriesenter
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Top Arendal Hotel Reviews

Grand Hotel Arendal - Unike Hoteller

Grand Hotel Arendal - Unike Hoteller

10/10 Excellent
"Great breakfast. Lovely room, nice staff"
Bernard 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Grand Hotel Arendal - Unike Hoteller

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Arendal?
Wondering where other travelers have stayed in Arendal? Here are some popular options that may have more budget-friendly prices: Clarion Hotel Tyholmen Arendal - You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Thon Hotel Arendal - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant at this campground.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Arendal?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 60°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 34°F. Average annual precipitation for Arendal is 49 inches.
What is there to see and do in Arendal?
Generally, Arendal is known for its festivals, churches, and live music. Get out into nature with places like EB-Stranda - Tangen strand, Hove strand, and Bystranda. Cultural attractions include Vitensenteret Sorlandet, Merdogaard Museum, and Klockers Hus. Locals like to shop at Alti Arendal.
What's the best way to get to and around Arendal while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Arendal on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik), 30.8 mi (49.5 km) from the city center. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Arendal Station, Stoa Station, or Brastad Station.