Dyreparken Safarihotell

Hotels
Independent
8.2 (140 reviews)
Dyreparkveien 2, Kristiansand, 4609 , Kristiansand , NO

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Outdoor furniture
Elevator
Conference space
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Smoke-free property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location near Dyreparken
Excellent service from staff
Cons:
Limited storage options in rooms
Breakfast is not included in the price

Categories

Cleanliness
8.01
Many guests noted that the rooms were clean, but some reviews mentioned issues with room storage.
Service
8.98
The staff received high praise for their friendliness and helpfulness, particularly during emergencies.
Location
9.02
The hotel is ideally located near Dyreparken, which most guests appreciated.
Room Quality
7.47
Rooms were described as clean but lacking in storage and some had issues with noise.
Amenities
8
Standard amenities were available, but some guests remarked on the lack of additional storage options.
Value for Money
7.46
Some guests felt the breakfast charge was excessive for the overall value.
Food and Beverage
8.51
Breakfast and dinner options received positive feedback, though some found the late opening of the restaurant inconvenient.
Overall Experience
8.18
Despite some shortcomings, guests generally had a pleasant stay and would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 12:38

Property Description

Stunning Views from the Terrace

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking views from the terrace, offering a perfect place to unwind and soak in the surroundings.

Delightful Dining at Restaurant Safari

Indulge in culinary delights at Restaurant Safari, a beachfront restaurant with a bar/lounge, promising a memorable dining experience with a picturesque backdrop.

Convenient Amenities and Event Spaces

Enjoy complimentary wireless internet, 24-hour front desk service, and event facilities including a conference center and 15 meeting rooms. Additionally, avail yourself of the free self-parking and business center during your stay.

Book your stay at Dyreparken Safarihotell in Kristiansand for a memorable experience amidst nature and luxury!

Important information:

  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: KRS

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Only dogs and cats are allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 3

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 140 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.01
Service: 8.98
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 7.47
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 7.46
Food and Beverage: 8.51
Overall Experience: 8.18
R
Rune
10
Pros:

Alt så bra som antatt og forventet. Innfrir alltid.

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
I
Ingunn
8
Pros:

Herlig frokost og meget barnevennlig hotell! Underkøya i 140 seng var noe liten i forhold til hva vi trodde og rommet var noe lite for 2 barn og 2 voksne

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
V
Vigdis
8
Pros:

Som forventet

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
Åse
6
Pros:

Veldig tynt bemannet, melker nærheten til dyreparken i litt for stor grad..

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
T
Tone
8
Pros:

Veldig bra

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
M
Mary
10
Pros:

This is my second time staying at this hotel. The convenience to Dyreparken cannot be beat! We had all of our breakfasts and dinners at the hotel and were not disappointed. The table agreed that that their coffee machine is great! We even had a emergency happen while at the hotel with our two year old getting injured while at the hotel (not the hotel's fault, just an accident) and the hotel staff was amazing! Many people on staff jumped in to help along the way, and two of them even offered to drive me and my son to the emergency room since my husband was away from the hotel at the time. When we got back to the hotel after my son getting a few stitches the dinner staff checked in on us again and made sure everything was okay. I cannot say enough nice things about the staff! Regarding the rooms, they have everything you need. The bunkbed rooms are more fun because they are more themed, but we had no issues with cleanliness, or anything like that. Would definitely recommend staying here, and will be back again again some time in the future.

2025-09-24 via Nuitee
B
bent
8
Flott beliggenhet, rom mangler lagringsmuligheter
Pros:

Perfekt beliggenhet for dyreparken, lite rom uten muligheter til å legge fra seg klær, bare noen få knagger for jakker. Fint og rent og god frokost.

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
6
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Pros:

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2025-09-05 via Nuitee
R
rachel
10
Bra
Pros:

Svært praktisk ifm Dyreparken.
Fint og reint hotel.
God seng gode puter.
Hadde vært fint med mer oppbevarings muligheter, spesielt på bad.
Og ev svaber til få vekk vann fra gulv.

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
P
Pål Ketil
10
Dyreparken
Pros:

Personalet var veldig hyggelige og serviceminded.
Eneste minuset var at litt for mange attraksjoner var stengt. Uansett, vi fikk sett alle dyrene!

2025-08-29 via Nuitee
M
Marte Caroline
8
Anbefaler oppgradering til rom med terrasse
Pros:

Selve hotellet, servicen, og frokostbuffé var glimrende. Rommet var veldig enkelt, pluss for vannkoker og tv på rommet. Men vi så rett inn til naboene fra vinduet, så vi valgte å trekke for gardinene under hele oppholdet. Minus for utsikt/innsikt og mye støy/lyder fra gjestene rundt oss.

2025-08-21 via Nuitee
G
Glenn
6
Helt ok men,,,
Pros:

Syns det er dårlig at frokost ikke er inkludert. Den skulle de ha 300 kr for nesten i tillegg!

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
C
Charlotte
10
Pros:

Veldig barnevennlig. Paradis for barna

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
N
Nina
8
Pros:

Vi var sultne, og oppdaget at restauranten ikke åpnet før 17:30, kun Pizza i baren til 350kr og den var ikke spesielt god! Tok den med til rommet da det var ukoselig å sitte i barområde! Sovesofa ikke god som seng, dobbeltsengen derimot var veldig god! Litt skuffet, men totalt en ok opplevelse!

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
M
Marianne
10
Pros:

Fint rom. Vi hadde vindu ut til en felles terasse så det var noen gang vanskelig å få luftet skikkelig og så savnet vi en stol å sitte i på rommet. Ellers var det bra.
Veldig hyggelige ansatte.

2025-08-06 via Nuitee
A
Anne
10
Anbefales.
Pros:

Hyggelig hotell og praktisk ifht Dyreparken. De ansatte var hyggelig, møtte ingen som ikje var trivelige. Frokosten en en av de beste vi har fått på hotell!!!! Eneste jeg vil anbefale er å sjekke størrelse på rommet ifht hvor mange dere er. Ble kanskje litt trangt, men fikk vel egentlig det vi betalte for.

2025-08-01 via Nuitee
A
Andreas
8
Familie på 4
Pros:

Oppholde gjorde våre opplevelse av Dyreparken komplett. Hyggelige ansatte og god service. I overkant dyr frokost, til gjengjeld var det et rikt utvalg.

2025-07-28 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Fint familiehotell rett ved Dyreparken
Pros:

Hyggelig hotell rett ved inngangen til Dyreparken.
Fine rom, fikk balkongrom med sjøutsikt men måtte ringe for å få det bekreftet. Får ikke valgt den romtypen spesifikt på Hotels tror jeg. Med sjøutsikt ser vi skipet seile frem og til ake flere ganger om dagen, veldig gøy for barna.
Familie på fire på et rom var trangt, dobbeltsengen og sovesofaen har såvidt plass til å gå rundt.

Vi var der i juni, hvor det ikke er spisesteder åpne etter kl 18 i parken med unntak av pizza og buffet-restaurant i Abra Havn.
På hotellet er det kun full middagsbuffet å få, så man må evt kjøre litt for å spise annen middag eller handle noe.

Hotellfrokosten koster ekstra, men var bra. Lite alternativer til frokost i parken før kl 11/12 i juni.
Middagsbuffeten var også ganske bra, men valgte annen middag to av tre dager.

2025-06-20 via Nuitee
S
Sverre
8
Pros:

Som forventet

2025-06-19 via Nuitee
I
Iselin
8
Pros:

Perfekt beliggenhet

2025-06-19 via Nuitee