Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda
HotelØstre Strandgate 74, KristiansandShow on map
8.2 · Very good2,349 reviews
- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at Østre Strandgate 74.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
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.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Rooms
8.2
Very good
Rated 8.2 out of 10 by 2,349 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.7
- Service9.1
- Location9.2
- Rooms7.6
- Amenities7.7
- Value7.6
- Food & drink8.2
Guests mention
Good serviceExcellent locationTasty breakfast options
KirstenGermanyWir waren 1 Nacht zur Zwischenübernachtung im Scandic.
Alles top
Brit IngvildNOSentralt
Manglet et lite kjøleskap på rommet. Veldig slitt gulv. Litt «stusselig»
HildeNOFøler ingen luksus som Hotel skal være, føler bare besparelse over alt.
Lite utvalg, ikke hotellstandard.
Stygge møbler, sofa i foajeen ikke innbydende.
Ahmet TurhanNLVeel glutenvrije opties dat was heel fijn
Een waterkoker op de kamer was fijn geweest
Solveig AnnieNOAlt var bra
RagnhildNOBestilte og forhåndsbetalte rom med frokost, men ved innsjekk krevde de ekstra betaling for dette. Kjedelig at det ikke kommer tydelig nok frem i bestillingen om frokost er med eller ikke.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Østre Strandgate 74, Kristiansand
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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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.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda
What time is check-in and check-out at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 4:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda?
Østre Strandgate 74, Kristiansand.
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