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About the Hotel

Ostre Strandgate 74, Kristiansand, Norway, 4608
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Next to Bystranda beach
Great
8.0
8.9
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4.3
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The 3-star smoke-free Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda hotel is only 7 minutes on foot from the Posebyen old town and offers a lift and a vending machine. The family-friendly hotel, offering a banquet hall, is located within reach of the Kilden Performing Arts Centre.

Location

The Fish Market is just 1.2 km from this Kristiansand hotel, while Aquarama Waterpark is just 0.9 km from the location. A popular beach is merely 14 minutes on foot from the Scandic Kristiansand.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Bystranda, which is a mere 1.1 km away.

The nearest bus stop is Kvadraturen videregaende skole, located about a 5-minute ride away, and Kristiansand train station is about a 20-minute stroll away.

Rooms

Some of the 229 air-conditioned rooms at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda hotel are furnished with a study desk, and appointed with tea and coffee making facilities. They are outfitted with standard decor. Guests can also enjoy views of the bay. Self-catering facilities in an apartment include a kitchen with a microwave oven, fridges, and kitchenware.

Eat & Drink

You may walk 8 minutes to Radhuscafeen or eat by Snadderkiosken, located 250 metres away.

Leisure & Business

The Scandic offers options for sports and relaxation in a wellness centre or in a fitness centre. Additionally, staying at the accommodation, active guests can enjoy a golf playground on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Kristiansand Zoo for a fun day with animals and nature.
  • Try the local specialty, Fish Soup, at Fiskebrygga market.
  • Stroll through Posebyen, the old town, for charming wooden houses.
  • Explore the Agder Natural History Museum for fascinating exhibits.
  • Check out the local art at the Sørlandets Kunstmuseum downtown.
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Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Family Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Standard Double Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Superior Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.3/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shops/Commercial services

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Aqua park
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda Location

Ostre Strandgate 74, Kristiansand, Norway, 4608
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Ostre Strandgate 74, Kristiansand, Norway, 4608
Nearby
Posebyen
1900 ft
Bredalsholmen Dock & Warf.
D/S Hestmanden
1900 ft
Radhusgata 24
Kristiansand City Hall
1900 ft
Gallery
Galleri Bi-Z
1900 ft
Wergelandsparken
1900 ft
Radhusgt. 20
Fredriksholm Fort
1900 ft
Restaurants
Snadderkiosken
800 ft
1 Tangen
Happy Time Kristiansand
2500 ft
Dronningens gate 16
Lundskraga pub
3400 ft
Marviksveien 2
SVAL gelato og kaffe
2500 ft
Markens gate 9
Kjerstis kjokken
4600 ft
43 Skippergata
Le's Kitchen
3000 ft
Tollbodgata 2
Cuba Life
3000 ft
Tollbodgata 6
Cafe Rasmus
3300 ft
Markens gate 22
Saigon Nam Nam
3600 ft
Vestre Strandgt 22 Gyldenloves gate
Markens Isbar
3400 ft
Markens gate 25
Telfords Pub
2800 ft
Vestre Strandgt. 7
Restaurant Osten
3700 ft
Markens gate 35
Getting around
City Centre
Kristiansand9 min  ·  2300 ft
Airports
"Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik" (KRS)24 min  ·  9.9 mi
Train
Kristiansand Train Station14 min  ·  3700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at NOK 330 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of NOK 200 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, Polish, Icelandic
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
229

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 566 verified reviews
8.0/10
Great
80%
Recommend
Breakfast
9.1/10
Cleanliness
8.5/10
Comfort
8.5/10
Facilities
8.3/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.9/10
Staff
8.8/10
Value for money
7.8/10
Guest reviews
based on 1585 reviews
8.0/10
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