Scandic Sørlandet in Kristiansand is one of the region’s largest conference hotels, accommodating everything from small day meetings to larger national conventions and conferences. If you're looking for an active family stay, we're located right next to Dyreparken (Kristiansand Zoo). The hotel is within walking distance of Norway's largest shopping center, Sørlandssenteret, offering a variety of shops and activities like go-karting and indoor playgrounds. We're located 15 minutes east of Kristiansand city center and 10 minutes from the airport. Free parking is available (subject to availability) right outside the hotel, with space for 165 cars. There are also frequent bus departures to downtown Kristiansand. The hotel features a garden with an outdoor pool, kept at 26°C (open from mid-June to mid-August). We also have a large gym, and if you prefer walking or jogging, there are excellent trails on either paved roads or through the vast forest directly behind the hotel. We are a pet-friendly hotel, and everyone is warmly welcomed. What could be better than taking a walk in the forest right behind the hotel? Our restaurant is open most days, offering either an à la carte menu or a buffet (please check our website for updated information Scandic Sørlandet restaurant.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Scandic
Hotel chain/brand
Scandic

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Fitness center

Game room

Playground

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
or
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 bunk bed
and
1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
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Sustainability certification

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

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
7.2
Location
8.5
Free Wifi
7.8
Low score for Kristiansand
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sheri
    United States of America United States of America
    Excellent customer service. The hotel rooms, breakfast is great.
  • Kerry
    United States of America United States of America
    It had a good breakfast. The dinner menu is very limited (3 choices or the buffet). The room was clean and once you got into the room, there was plenty of space.
  • Patricia
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful main floor, good food, and helpful staff.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Dietary options
      Kosher • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities at Scandic Sørlandet

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Kids' club
  • Hiking
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Playground
  • Game room
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Dutch
  • Norwegian
  • Swedish

House rules
Scandic Sørlandet takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBUnionPay credit cardCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

FAQs about Scandic Sørlandet

  • Scandic Sørlandet is 5.6 miles from the center of Kristiansand. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Scandic Sørlandet can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet
  • Check-in at Scandic Sørlandet is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

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

    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Kids' club
    • Swimming pool
    • Fitness
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Room options at Scandic Sørlandet include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Family
    • Suite
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Scandic Sørlandet has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Yes, Scandic Sørlandet is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Scandic Sørlandet may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.