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

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 receive a 15% discount 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 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Scandic
Hotel chain/brand
Scandic

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Private parking 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
and
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved it - great location- lovely helpful staff. Fabulous breakfast.
  • Christian
    Germany Germany
    I visit the Scandic Bystranda since many years. It´s always great, comfy and clean. Sometimes, mostly in summer also for Kristiansand overprized. From the hotel it´s easy to walk into the city or harbor and to the restaurants. Breakfast is amazing...
  • Bradley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very smooth check in with helpful friendly staff. The room and overall hotel was spotless, Underground parking available with lift direct to hotel floors. The breakfast was amazing ! Huge spread of food and again helpful friendly staff. Will...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant Sand
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Beachfront
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water park
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs NOK 265 per day.
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Minimarket on site
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Icelandic
  • Italian
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Swedish

House rules

Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

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 room.

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.

Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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.

FAQs about Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda

  • The prices at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Family

  • Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Children's playground
    • Beachfront
    • Water park
    • Beach

  • The nearest beach is just 700 yards from Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant Sand

  • Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda is 700 yards from the centre of Kristiansand. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.