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Scandic Sørlandet

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Kristiansand Zoo

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Lobby
Suite (Master) | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool
Restaurant
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Travparkveien 14, Kristiansand, 4636
  • Place, Kristiansand Dyrepark
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kristiansand Zoo
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Sørlandssenteret
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(106 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Standard)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room (Standard Four) | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Standard Four)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Murphy Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Murphy Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Superior)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Murphy Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite (Master)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 657 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kristiansand

In shopping district.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Kristiansand Zoo and Kristiansand Dyrepark. Sørlandssenteret and Pyramidehuset are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kristiansand Dyrepark - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kristiansand Zoo - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sørlandssenteret - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • beach near Båthavna - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Aquarama Bad - 11 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kristiansand Station - 16 min drive
  • Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Østsia - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪LV Sushi - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hånesgrillen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little Eataly - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Scandic Sørlandet

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Kristiansand Zoo
Scandic Sørlandet offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a children's pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Scandic Sørlandet. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kristiansand hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 210 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1996
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Scandic Sørlandet offers 210 accommodations with hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; NOK 200 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NOK 200
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NOK 250

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: NOK 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 200.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NOK 200 per person
  • Pet fee: NOK 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: NOK 200 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NOK 250 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NOK 200.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open June 15 and close August 17.
  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM.
  • Up to 4 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kristiansand Quality Hotel
Quality Hotel & Resort Kristiansand
Quality Hotel Kristiansand
Thon Sørlandet Kristiansand
Quality Kristiansand
Scandic Sørlandet Hotel Kristiansand
Scandic Sørlandet Hotel
Scandic Sørlandet Kristiansand
Quality Hotel Resort Kristiansand
Thon Hotel Sørlandet
Scandic Sørlandet Hotel
Scandic Sørlandet Kristiansand
Scandic Sørlandet Hotel Kristiansand

Frequently asked questions

How close is Scandic Sørlandet to the airport?

Scandic Sørlandet is 7 mi (16-min drive) away from the Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Sørlandet?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Sørlandet on Jun 28, 2026 start from $131, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Scandic Sørlandet have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Scandic Sørlandet.

How close is Scandic Sørlandet to the beach?

This hotel is 3.7 mi (8-min drive) from Hamresanden and 6.4 mi (16-min drive) from Paradisbukta. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Scandic Sørlandet offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Scandic Sørlandet, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NOK 200 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Scandic Sørlandet?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Scandic Sørlandet?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs NOK 200 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Scandic Sørlandet?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Scandic Sørlandet have a pool?

Scandic Sørlandet features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7 AM to 9 PM.

Does Scandic Sørlandet have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Scandic Sørlandet have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Scandic Sørlandet to downtown Kristiansand?

Scandic Sørlandet is 5.9 mi away from Kristiansand.

Scandic Sørlandet Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 374 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1024 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lone Birgitte

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Closed restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jørn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room perfect for short stays
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was exelent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashok kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and great service… As always, Breakfast was great and typical Scandic style.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jochen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, breakfast was ok but we should have avoided the buffet dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Oddgeir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

The staff were friendly, helpful, and efficient. The breakfast was outstanding. The room was comfortable and quiet. Overall an excellent choice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice room, the dinner buffet was excellent (though expensive) and the breakfast buffet was also great. The wi-fi was way too slow. The staff was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient as we needed to get on the feery to Denmark early in the morning. Hotel & food were good. Bartender was not very knowledgeable about anything Norwegian.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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2/10 Terrible

osman

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not good service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jannike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Elsebeth

Disliked: Staff & service
The experience in the restaurant for dinner was a disasters
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Masood

Liked: Amenities
Veldig fornøyd
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average place to stay

The hotel staff, pool, and breakfast were wonderful, but the room was incredibly cramped and not even close to sound-proof, so we heard the conversations from our next door neighbor and his family. The bathroom was rundown and could use some updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lucie

Liked: Cleanliness
They had complimentary coffee and tea however no one told us about it at check it, that would have been nice to know.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
helt OK for 1 natt
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra renhold. Frokostbuffeten hadde masse utvalg.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was tiny and cramped with basically no lighting. The beds were uncomfortable. The only possible was that the parking was included. Would not stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Iris

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Room is not clean!!!

We arrived roughly 5pm the day of checked-in. And we got our room, it’s not clean and we needed to wait for an hour more for the room to clean. Not even water offer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hilde

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Distance for going to Dyreparken is perfect. We found a half eaten bag of sweets in our bed, makes you wonder if they even changed the sheets before our stay. Property is due for renovations. We got only 1 towel for 3 guests. There could have been more options at the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Øystein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trimrommet trenger en skikkelig overhaling.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mart

A very busy hotel. A lot of noise at breakfast and dinner. Sometimes chaotic. No chairs in the room. Just a stool. Personel friendly. When I checked in it lasted more than 15 minutes until they had found that I had paid in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gylfi Mar

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Morning buffet needs work

The rooms were really small for a family of 4 but we made it work. We had to have a baby crib in the room for our youngest which made it a bit tighter. One of the biggest issues was the breakfast. There was no one by the door telling people where to sit, so people were just walking around looking for tables which made it a lot more hectic. Both mornings we had to ask for the table to be cleaned because the employees were focused on other tasks. The second morning we were there (Saturday) was pandemonium. There were actually people standing and eating on the tables where the buffet food is placed instead of waiting for a table. I found this quite disgusting/unsanitary, but the staff didn’t ask them to move.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025