Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda

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Scandic
8.2 (2172 reviews)
Østre Strandgate 74 , Kristiansand , no

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good service
Excellent location
Tasty breakfast options
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
High extra charges

Categories

Cleanliness
7.66
Some reviews mention issues with cleanliness, particularly in bathrooms.
Service
9.13
Multiple reviews express appreciation for friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.17
Several reviews commend the hotel's excellent location.
Room Quality
7.62
Some comments indicate that rooms could be improved, such as being too spartan.
Amenities
7.65
A few reviews note lacking amenities like kettle in rooms.
Value for Money
7.61
Guests perceive some hidden costs, particularly for breakfast and parking.
Food and Beverage
8.16
Breakfast is highlighted positively by many, but some experiences were inconsistent.
Overall Experience
8.63
Overall a good experience with a few caveats.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 01:16

Property Description

Beachfront Luxury with City Convenience

Prime Location: Situated just a short stroll from the bustling Markensgate shopping street, Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda offers the perfect blend of city life and beachfront relaxation.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary WiFi, an on-site restaurant, and a cozy hotel bar. Each room is equipped with modern essentials like a flat-screen TV and work desk.

Leisure Opportunities: Indulge in the 24-hour lobby shop, or take advantage of the neighboring Aquarama Centre's water park, gym, and spa - with an exclusive discount for hotel guests.

Ready to experience the best of Kristiansand? Book your stay at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda now!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: KRS

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for NOK 200 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs NOK 305 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Type: Electric
  • Entrance Door Width: 80
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: Yes
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
  • Lifts Accessible: Yes
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Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2172 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.66
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 7.62
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 7.61
Food and Beverage: 8.16
Overall Experience: 8.63
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Elisabetta • solo_traveller • it
9
Ottima scelta per viaggio di lavoro
Pros:

Posizione e cortesia del personale. Camera spaziosa

Cons:

Colazione ricca ma migliorabile. Doccia senza protezione e bagno che si allaga.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Mindaugas • family_with_children • no
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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patrick • couple • be
9
Uitstekend verblijf
Pros:

Uitgebreid ontbijt, uitstekend restaurant en mooie kamers met vriendelijk personeel.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Ragna • couple • no
8
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Egidijus • solo_traveller • lt
10
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Victoria Sønsteby • extended_group • no
5
God beliggenhet, men redusert service og vennlighet
Pros:

Beliggenheten er god og rommene har grei størrelse.

Cons:

I år ble oppholdet en større skuffelse da vi hadde booket rom med frokost og fikk info om det ved innsjekk, men da vi skulle spise frokost fikk vi allikevel beskjed om at det hadde vi ikke betalt for. Endte opp med å måtte betale ekstra, men fikk «hverdagspris». Oppholdet ble allikevel betydelig dyrere enn opprinnelig avtalt. Lite vennlig personale i saken.

Vi fikk heller ikke rengjøring, så vi måtte be spesifikt om flere håndklær og dopapir når dette gikk tomt. Grunnet dårlig vær/mye regn, ble det fort skittent på gulvet når vi hadde vært ute og hele oppholdet fikk seg en knekk mot tidligere år.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Håkon • solo_traveller • no
3
Elendig frokost
Pros:

Elendig utvalg på frokosten, og langt under det man kan/bør forvente til en pris på over 4000,- pr natt

Cons:

Frokosten har elendig utvalg

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Paolo • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Torno sempre con piacere, questa volta ho anche preso in prestito la bici per un tour della città

Cons:

Distanza tra l’ascensore e la camera

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • au
10
Well presented hotel, good facilities and great location
Pros:

Well presented hotel, good facilities and great location

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Hasan • family_with_children • tr
8
Tekrar kalınabilecek bir mekan
Pros:

Konumu, heryere rahat ulaşım imkanı, personel ilgisi ve temizliği

Cons:

Odalar 4 kişi için biraz küçük, altındaki otopark pahalı( sanırım Norveç için genel bir sorun)
Odada terlik olmaması

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Regina • couple • fr
8
Grosszügige Zimmer an guter Lage
Pros:

Schönes, grosses Zimmer, freundliches Personal, gute Lage

Cons:

Etwas ringhörig, aber für laute Gäste kann das Hotel nichts dafür.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • cz
9
Pros:

See view and nice room

Cons:

Parking is not free

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Dirk • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Super Lage, gute Ausstattung, gutes Frühstück- nichts zu bemängeln.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Virginia • couple • us
8
I’m glad we experienced the big Scandic chain
Pros:

It’s a great location. We had a lovely view out to the water, the town pool and volleyball courts. The breakfast was amazing. The hotel has everything you could need. We were surprised it wanted a better value, give all the big groups could afford it!

Cons:

It felt like a youth hostel. A ton of teenage kids running the halls, although we weren’t disturbed at night. Most expensive parking on our trip.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Tom • extended_group • dk
8
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • couple • no
7
Cons:

Veldig dårlig vanntykk i dusj.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Ane Høyland • family_with_children • no
9
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Mette • family_with_children • no
10
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • us
7
Pros:

Location. Near the water and old town.

Cons:

Pricey

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Adi • family_with_children • no
7
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee