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Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.2
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Luggage storage
  • Heating

About this property

Just 8 minutes’ walk from Kristiansand’s Markensgate shopping street, this Scandic hotel is located by the small Bystranda beach. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, an on-site restaurant and a hotel bar. A flat-screen TV, work desk and ironing facilities feature in each room at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda. All rooms have a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer. The lobby has a 24-hour shop selling snacks, beverages and toiletries. The hotel is located next door to the Swimming hall Aquarama Centre, that includes a water park, a gym and a spa. Guests at the hotel have discounted rates in to the centre's facilities The town’s train station is within 1.5 km of the hotel, and Kristiansand Kjevik Airport is a 20-minute drive away. Kristiansand zoo and amusement park is 15 minutes’ drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Beachfront
Scandic
Hotel chain/brand
Scandic

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 large double bed
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Nordic Swan Ecolabel
Nordic Swan Ecolabel

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Gaye
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel is in a great location - by the water front and the beach in Kristiansand. Easy walk to the centre of town. Hotel is modern, smart and clean. We ate in the restaurant - good food and service. Room was a good size and comfortable with...”
Isabelle
Norway Norway
“We managed to book one night too little, they were quick to fix and set us up another night. Very comfortable, friendly and great location. Breakfast is great too!”
Caroline
Germany Germany
“Excellent location at the beach with great family rooms and breakfast!”
Arjan
Netherlands Netherlands
“Nicely located hotel with access to the swimming pool and spa. Direct access to the marina and In walking distance to the centre Breakfast was good as well.”
Carolinenauta
Netherlands Netherlands
“Great breakfast, comfortable beds (bunk beds less so), clean, good location and plenty of parking”
Smith
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very good breakfast, although no kettle in the room free coffee was available from machine in reception. Comfortable beds. Breakfast available until 11am so no mad rush.”
Susan
Oman Oman
“Really great family friendly hotel. The rooms were comfortable, the location is excellent and the breakfast spread was amazing.”
Yhin
Norway Norway
“Everything... service, cleanliness, breakfast, staff and the location.”
Valentina
Norway Norway
“We had a wonderful stay! The hotel is in a fantastic location right in front of the city beach and within walking distance of many popular tourist attractions. One of the highlights was the access to a complex of indoor and outdoor swimming pools...”
Tania
Norway Norway
“Amazing comfortable beds and with direct access to Aquarama. Nice views and location.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant Sand
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
NOK 200 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.