- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Bath
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Luggage storage
- Heating
About this property
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 have discounted rates in 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 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Spa and wellness centre
- Family rooms
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Beachfront
Sustainability
Nordic Swan Ecolabel
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Caroline
Germany“Excellent location at the beach with great family rooms and breakfast!” - Arjan
Netherlands“Nicely located hotel with access to the swimming pool and spa. Direct access to the marina and In walking distance to the centre Breakfast was good as well.” - Carolinenauta Netherlands“Great breakfast, comfortable beds (bunk beds less so), clean, good location and plenty of parking”
- Smith
United Kingdom“Very good breakfast, although no kettle in the room free coffee was available from machine in reception. Comfortable beds. Breakfast available until 11am so no mad rush.” 
Susan
Oman“Really great family friendly hotel. The rooms were comfortable, the location is excellent and the breakfast spread was amazing.”- Yhin
Norway“Everything... service, cleanliness, breakfast, staff and the location.” 
Valentina Norway“We had a wonderful stay! The hotel is in a fantastic location right in front of the city beach and within walking distance of many popular tourist attractions. One of the highlights was the access to a complex of indoor and outdoor swimming pools...”
Tania Norway“Amazing comfortable beds and with direct access to Aquarama. Nice views and location.”- Srecko Norway“Good and cosy rooms. Good food, good kitchen, great staff.”
- Kieran United Kingdom“Lovely food, friendly staff, large room, comfortable”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant Sand
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
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
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.
The fine print
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.
