Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda
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Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda

Østre Strandgate 74, Kristiansand, Agder, 4608, Norway
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Lots to do
Ideal location
Excellent service
Sparkling clean
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Amenities
Sauna
Spa
Gym
Private parking
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Restaurant
Water park
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Property Description
With a stay at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda, you'll be centrally located in Kristiansand, within a 15-minute drive of Kristiansand Zoo and Aquarama Bad. This beach hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bystranda and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from St. Ansgar Catholic Church.
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8.3/10
Very Good
Cleanliness8.3
Amenities8.2
Location8.3
Service8.3
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Surroundings
Airport: Kristiansand Airport
(15.4 km)
Landmarks: Bystranda
(160m)
Landmarks: Bønnens Hus Kristiansand
(170m)
Landmarks: Filadelfia Kristiansand
(190m)
Landmarks: Q42
(210m)
Landmarks: Lekeplass Kvadraturen
(270m)
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Superior King Room With Sofa Bed (Plus)
6

Superior King Room With Sofa Bed (Plus)

1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
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Private toilet
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Superior King Room
8

Superior King Room

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Shampoo
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Queen Room
9

Queen Room

1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
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Family Room
5

Family Room

1 Queen bed and 1 Bunk bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
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Private toilet
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Twin Room
6

Twin Room

2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
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Private toilet
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King Room
5

King Room

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
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Shampoo
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Guest Reviews

8.3/10
Very Good
76 reviews
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  • Cleanliness8.3
  • Amenities8.2
  • Location8.3
  • Service8.3
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AI Summary
The staff provides excellent service. Guests praise the cleanliness, spaciousness, and pleasant ambiance. The central, coastal location offers convenience and scenic views. The breakfast is highly appreciated.
J‍a‍c‍k‍y‍C‍h‍a‍n
December 16, 2024
The hotel easy arrived by bus no.35 / 36 from airport. Every major things can arrive by 20min walk. The breakfast very good and worth for value. While those restaurants nearby . Please reserve as early as you can . It's always full.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
August 19, 2025
The hotel is very nice, but mainly for short trips. Parking costs are very high. Also very nice for kids (table soccer, table tennis, close to the beach)
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
August 12, 2025
Hotel was ok. Not happy that one member of staff came over and told us off quite abruptly/like children for eating some food in the hotel lobby (well away from the restaraunt area). Feels ridiculous (especially given no tea/coffee making in the room) and could have been communicated in a more friendly manner given how much it costs to stay
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 15, 2025
The good: The hotel’s location is excellent — right by the beach and next to Aquarama, which is super convenient, especially for families. Most of the staff were friendly and helpful. The bad ( improvement suggestion): We booked a family room, and to our surprise, there was no water boiler, cups, glasses, or even coffee/tea — things that are quite standard, even in lower-star hotels. When we asked the reception, we were told these are not included in family rooms but are available in other rooms. This seems illogical — why exclude families with kids from such basic amenities? Oddly enough, there was an iron in the room but no kettle, which doesn’t make much sense. Also, while the hotel promotes sustainability by not cleaning rooms unless requested — which is understandable — we did request cleaning for the next day at the reception. However, when we returned in the evening, the room had not been cleaned at all. Breakfast was average. There were almost no warm vegetarian options, and the section with muesli and nuts was very limited as well.
a‍r‍a‍d‍3‍2‍1‍0
July 2, 2025
Nice location, not very service oriented hotel. I liked their breakfast, but hotel was overprice, probably because of the event that they had.
J‍a‍n‍n‍ ‍O‍v‍e‍ ‍D
June 28, 2025
Modern, clean rooms. Spacious reception and breakfast area. Good beds to sleep in - bathroom clean. Coming by car - there is easy accessible parking in basement. But it is cery expensive.
F‍e‍r‍a‍s‍ ‍T
May 12, 2025
I stayed at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda for 3 days on a business trip, Scandic chain has been my travel partner in Norway and I'm glad i came across such lovely hotel. No disappointments at all!
m‍i‍k‍e‍z‍e‍n‍s
April 24, 2025
We booked the "superior" room for 2 night for a nice Easter get-away and being on their Dear Friend tier, I thought we would get a nice room. Well it turned out that we got - what I would say was a standard room for handicapped people, which was also what was initially printed on the check-in document, but then changed to the 400NOK higher rate for the superior room. I only had a very small window, far from the size you see on the website. No sofa at all ( as outlined in the description of the room)but an armchair, so we had to sit in the room one in an armchair. The other one on a normal chair. I complained, but the reception lady insisted it was a superior room, as it had a water boiler and tea (3bags) and instant coffee in the room. Quite expensive coffee/tea. I wrote a handwritten note to the manager in the arrival day. On check-out I inquired if their was any feedback. The answer was no, as management is not available during Easter, but I would get a reply in the next day or two. Needless to say, we are now 4 days after check-out and I did not get any note at all. That NEVER ever happened to me. Very bad customer service.

Services & Amenities

Restaurant
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Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, NOK 265.00 (approx. US$26.37) Daily. Reservation not needed.
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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 16:00
Check-out: Before 12:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

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
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
StyleBuffet
AgeFee
Children 3 years old and under
Free
Children 4–12 years old
NOK 75.00 (approx. US$7.47) per person
Children 13–17 years old
NOK 200.00 (approx. US$19.90) per person
Adult
Buffet:NOK 200.00 (approx. US$19.90) per person
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Fee: Contact the property for details

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the hotel

Property Description

  • Opened: 2013
  • Number of Rooms: 229
Phone:+47-21615000
Email:KristiansandBystranda@scandichotels.com
With a stay at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda, you'll be centrally located in Kristiansand, within a 15-minute drive of Kristiansand Zoo and Aquarama Bad. This beach hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bystranda and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from St. Ansgar Catholic Church.

Enjoy recreational amenities such as a sauna and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area.

You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Stay in one of 229 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy for Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda?

The cancellation policy for Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda?

Standard check-in time at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda is 16:00 and check-out time is 12:00.

Can I bring my pet inside the Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda?

Pets are allowed on request at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda. Charges may be applicable.

How far is the Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda from the closest airport?

The closest airport is Kristiansand Airport, and it is about 17 mins from hotel by car (15.4 km).

About This Property

Nearest AirportKristiansand Airport
Distance to Airport15.37KM
Average Price FromUSD205
Hotel Star Rating3