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23 Oct - 25 Oct
In two weeks
30 Oct - 1 Nov
In one month
13 Nov - 15 Nov
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11 Dec - 13 Dec
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Recommended hotels in Kristiansand

A modern lounge with a large window offering a city view, a bar area, and comfortable seating.

1. Hotel Caledonien

Hotel Caledonien
4.0 star property
Kvadraturen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,452 reviews)
"Best breakfast ever."
United States
Kathleen Adams
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Caledonien
A modern dining area with green chairs and tables, a large abstract painting on the wall, and a view of the city through large windows.

2. Comfort Hotel Kristiansand

Comfort Hotel Kristiansand
3.5 star property
Kvadraturen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,193 reviews)
"Great functional hotel, perfect for our family stay! Great location, great breakfast and spacious rooms"
United Kingdom
Jonathan
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Hotel Kristiansand
A hotel room with a bed, a small round table, a chair, and a mirror on the wall.

3. Citybox Kristiansand

Citybox Kristiansand
3.0 star property
Kvadraturen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,178 reviews)
"No frills hotel with clean rooms and comfy bed."
United States
Thomas
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Citybox Kristiansand
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a wine display.

4. Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda

Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda
3.5 star property
Kvadraturen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place by the sea."
Switzerland
Andreas
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda
A spacious lobby with leather armchairs, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

5. Clarion Hotel Ernst

Clarion Hotel Ernst
4.0 star property
Kvadraturen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent room with real noise cancelling windows, proper air conditioning and proper pillows. The curtains really block the sun. They thought of every detail."
Norway
Diego Fernando
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Clarion Hotel Ernst
A restaurant interior with tables set for dining, wine bottles on a rack in the background, and a wall with decorative bottles.

6. Thon Hotel Parken

Thon Hotel Parken
3.5 star property
Kvadraturen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was wonderfully located at the center of town, providing great access to restaurants, the beach, the local church, etc."
United States
Robert
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Thon Hotel Parken
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, wicker furniture, and a large plant.

7. Dyreparken Safarihotell

Dyreparken Safarihotell
3.5 star property
Kristiansand
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, nice breakfast, missed a table for pc at the room."
Norway
Scanvaegt Systems AS
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Dyreparken Safarihotell
A rustic wooden interior with a dining area, kitchen, and large windows.

8. Boen Gard

Boen Gard
3.5 star property
Kristiansand
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Vi hadde en rar opplevelse da vi ankom. Hun som tok i mot oss var lite vennlig og ikke hjelpsom. Vi bar tunge bagger uten at hun tilbød å hjelpe ( vi er godt over 70 år ). Vi tok sesongens meny som var svært velsmakende, men ørsmå porsjoner. Serveringspersonalet var hjelpsomme og flinke. Det var en strålende frokost. Vi forventet nok bedre med en så høy rompris."
Norway
Odd Erik
The price is AU$487
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Boen Gard
An aerial view of a coastal area with a marina, beach, and residential buildings.

9. Åros Feriesenter

Åros Feriesenter
3.0 star property
Kristiansand
7.8 out of 10, Good, (184 reviews)
"Oceanview, small but everything we need was there😁"
Netherlands
Karin
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Åros Feriesenter
Private kitchen

10. Cozy 3-bedroom apartment - 5 min from the zoo - Towels and bed linen included

Cozy 3-bedroom apartment - 5 min from the zoo - Towels and bed linen included
Kristiansand
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Cozy 3-bedroom apartment - 5 min from the zoo - Towels and bed linen included
A room with a large window overlooking a snowy landscape.

11. Penthouse Apartment

Penthouse Apartment
Kristiansand
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Sehr gute Wochnung, alles war da. Sauber und freie Parking möglichkeit."
Germany
Gregory K.
The price is AU$327
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Penthouse Apartment
A white two-story house with a balcony, a small deck area with outdoor furniture, and a stone wall in the background.

12. Waterfront quaint 4-bedroom cabin in adorable Kristiansand for relaxing stays

Waterfront quaint 4-bedroom cabin in adorable Kristiansand for relaxing stays
Agder
The price is AU$556
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Waterfront quaint 4-bedroom cabin in adorable Kristiansand for relaxing stays
A two-story house with a dock extending into a body of water, surrounded by greenery.

13. Waterfront 4-bedroom cabin in Flekkeroy, Kristiansand perfect for your getaway

Waterfront 4-bedroom cabin in Flekkeroy, Kristiansand perfect for your getaway
Agder
The price is AU$556
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Waterfront 4-bedroom cabin in Flekkeroy, Kristiansand perfect for your getaway
A bedroom with two beds, wooden headboards, and a view of the ocean.

14. Scandic Sørlandet

Scandic Sørlandet
3.0 star property
Kristiansand
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Family friendly hotel with nice hentes pool"
United States
Anne Christin
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Scandic Sørlandet
A swimming pool with people swimming and playing, a slide, and a flag.

15. Charming 2-bedroom apartment in fabulous Åros with WiFi

Charming 2-bedroom apartment in fabulous Åros with WiFi
Åros
The price is AU$638
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Charming 2-bedroom apartment in fabulous Åros with WiFi
A modern lounge area with a sofa, coffee table, chairs, a piano, and a mural on the wall.

16. Thon Hotel Norge

Thon Hotel Norge
3.5 star property
Kvadraturen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (942 reviews)
"Great location, nice breakfast!"
Canada
MICHAEL
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Thon Hotel Norge
A bakery counter with bread, pastries, and a coffee station.

17. Thon Hotel Kristiansand

Thon Hotel Kristiansand
3.5 star property
Kvadraturen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,052 reviews)
"Great breakfast and well located. Decent gym."
United States
Mireille
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Thon Hotel Kristiansand
Terrace/patio

18. Motell Sørlandet

Motell Sørlandet
2.5 star property
Lillesand
4.8 out of 10, (496 reviews)
"Ing"
Norway
Tone
The price is AU$90
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Motell Sørlandet
A harbor with boats docked, a church in the background, and a row of houses.

19. Vertikalen

Vertikalen
3.0 star property
Lillesand
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (251 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, excellent food and beautiful walking path right next to property. "
United States
kari
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Vertikalen
A modern kitchen with a long counter displaying various food items and plants.

20. Mandal Hotel

Mandal Hotel
3.5 star property
Lindesnes
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,029 reviews)
"Good town hotel. Small room, but adequate. Lots of seating in public areas, and excellent restaurant."
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Mandal Hotel
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Top Kristiansand Hotel Reviews

Scandic Sørlandet

Scandic Sørlandet

8/10 Good
"Small room but close to the zoo and shopping center. Pool was already closed for the winter"
Wayne 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Scandic Sørlandet

Find out more about Kristiansand

Kristiansand Hostels information

Number of reviews
8,277
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$90
Highest Price
AU$638

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Kristiansand?
If you're trying to find reasonable accommodation in Kristiansand, you might like this popular option: Citybox Kristiansand - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking at this cabin.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kristiansand?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Kristiansand is 1380 mm.
What is there to see and do in Kristiansand?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate some places near Kristiansand. Get out into nature with places such as Bystranda, Ravnedalen Naturpark and Myren Gard og Park. Cultural attractions include Kilden Performing Arts Centre, Kristiansand Kanonmuseum and Kunstsilo. Visit landmarks such as Christiansholm Festning and Bredalsholmen Dokk og Fartoyvernsenter.
What's the best way to get to and around Kristiansand while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Kristiansand in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik), located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) away from the city centre. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. Train stations such as Kristiansand Station and Nodeland Station make it easy to explore more of the surrounding area.