Title: Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda Beach hotel with a fitness center and a sauna ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/297f020a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/3380deab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Room, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/62bc8824.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/50b883f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/8722de57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda sits right by the sea, offering a stylish retreat for travelers. The on-site restaurant serves local cuisine worth trying, while rooms come with WiFi connectivity. The hotel's rooftop garden provides a pleasant spot to take in the views. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - Gym - 24/7 front desk - Parking available - Housekeeping - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 13 - Oct. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=6201279&PinnedHotelID=6201279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=6201279&PinnedHotelID=6201279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 14 - Oct. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=6201279&PinnedHotelID=6201279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=6201279&PinnedHotelID=6201279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=6201279&PinnedHotelID=6201279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=6201279&PinnedHotelID=6201279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=6201279&PinnedHotelID=6201279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=6201279&PinnedHotelID=6201279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 12 of 12 rooms ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/c6e367ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room 9.0 Wonderful 24 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Pillowtop bed Hair dryer Private bathroom Digital channels - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/77014801.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Pillowtop bed Hair dryer Private bathroom Digital channels - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/c6e367ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 8.8 Excellent 71 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Pillowtop bed Hair dryer Private bathroom Digital channels - 280 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/77014801.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 8.6 Excellent 70 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Pillowtop bed Hair dryer Private bathroom Digital channels - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/77014801.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Plus) 9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Sofa bed - king Pillowtop bed Hair dryer Private bathroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/8f251f64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Pillowtop bed Hair dryer Private bathroom Digital channels - Sleeps 1 - 1 Queen Bed ### Family Room - Sleeps 4 ### Twin Room - Sleeps 2 ### Superior King Room With Sofa Bed (Plus) - Sleeps 3 ### King Room - Sleeps 2 ### Superior King Room - Sleeps 3 ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6210000/6201300/6201279/2845ea80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Queen Room - Sleeps 1 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKristiansand-Hotels-Scandic-Kristiansand-Bystranda.h6201279.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKristiansand-Hotels-Scandic-Kristiansand-Bystranda.h6201279.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Kristiansand, Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda is in the city center and on the waterfront. Postveien from Kristiansand to Brennasen and Bjaavann Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ravnedalen Naturpark and Bystranda. Kristiansand Zoo and Aquarama Bad are also worth visiting. [Visit our Kristiansand travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kristiansand.dx1914) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C58.14697%2C8.00644&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jkMn_h_9n-N7XsVL-XrzgJfy_vg=) Østre Strandgate 74, Kristiansand, 4608 ### What's nearby - Aquarama Bad - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Bystranda - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Markens Gate - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Kristiansand Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - University of Agder - 4 min drive - 2.4 km ### Getting around - Kristiansand Station - 17 min walk - Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) - 16 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Håndverkeren - ‬10 min walk - ‪Patricks Pub - ‬11 min walk - ‪Skagen - ‬10 min walk - ‪Mother India - ‬11 min walk - ‪Bellini - ‬11 min walk ## About this property ### Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda Hotel by the sea Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a playground at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Be sure to enjoy local cuisine at the on-site restaurant. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and access to a nearby health club - Express check-out, an elevator, and meeting rooms - A gift shop, multilingual staff, and luggage storage - Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff Room features All 229 rooms include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers - Flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16300/16237/a6edd7bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand Kristiansand - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Game room 9.2 Wonderful 1,949 reviews CA $157 CA $176 total includes taxes & fees Oct 17 - Oct 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=16237&PinnedHotelID=16237&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64000/63960/556ea7ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Clarion Hotel Ernst Kristiansand - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 1,010 reviews CA $163 CA $182 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=63960&PinnedHotelID=63960&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525700/525642/46a1147d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Thon Partner Hotel Kristiansand Kristiansand - 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Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 123 reviews CA $167 CA $187 total includes taxes & fees Oct 14 - Oct 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=13170873&PinnedHotelID=13170873&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Street parking available - Self parking on site (NOK 375 per day) ### Food and drink - Weekend buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NOK 200 per person - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Gym - Playground - Sauna - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Playground - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Gift shop/newsstand - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Business services - Conference space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Direct access to the beach - Garden - On the bay - On the boardwalk/promenade - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Assistive listening devices - Elevator (31 inch wide door) - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 building - 6 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 2013 - Comprehensive food waste policy - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Pillowtop mattress ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### More - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Dryer - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Laptop-compatible safe - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out available Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of NOK 200 per pet, per night Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NOK 200 per person - Self parking fee: NOK 375 per day - Pet fee: NOK 200 per pet, per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Bystranda Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda Hotel Scandic Bystranda Hotel Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda Scandic Bystranda Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda Hotel Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda Kristiansand Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda Hotel Kristiansand ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NOK 200 per pet, per night. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda? > As of Oct 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda on Nov 2, 2025 start from CA $131.83, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Kristiansand-Hotels-Scandic-Kristiansand-Bystranda.h6201279.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda? > Self parking is available for NOK 375 per day. There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM. ### What time is check-out at Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda? > Check-out is at noon. ### Where is Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda located? > Offering direct access to the beach, this Kristiansand hotel is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Aquarama Bad and Bystranda. Otterdalsparken and Christiansholm Festning are also within 10 minutes. Kristiansand Station is 17 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question