Families splash in the children's pool, explore the garden, and wake up to a delicious breakfast buffet at this welcoming retreat near Kristiansand Zoo
Scandic Sørlandet offers a perfect family getaway near Kristiansand Zoo. Kids love the pool and playground, while adults enjoy the relaxing sauna. Everyone appreciates the complimentary breakfast buffet, and the on-site cafe is ideal for parents to relax with coffee.
Located in Kristiansand, Scandic Sørlandet is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk. Bjaavann Golf Course and Postveien from Kristiansand to Brennasen are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Sørlandssenteret and Fiskebrygga. Travelling with kids? Consider Kristiansand Zoo and Aquarama Bad. Visit our Kristiansand travel guide
Travparkveien 14, Kristiansand, 4636
What's nearby
Kristiansand Zoo
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Kristiansand Dyrepark
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Beach
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Sørlandssenteret
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Aquarama Bad
11 min drive - 12.0 km
Getting around
Kristiansand Station
16 min drive
Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik)
16 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
14 min walk
Sjørøverkroa Den Sorte Mann
15 min walk
Montana Grill
13 min walk
Burger King
12 min walk
Egon
15 min walk
About this property
Scandic Sørlandet
Family-friendly hotel near Kristiansand Zoo
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Scandic Sørlandet. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/games room.
Other perks include:
A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
Free self-parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and a bus station shuttle
An electric car charging station, outdoor furniture and multilingual staff
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
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Playground
Seasonal outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping on request
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business centre
Conference space
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
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
Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1996
Comprehensive food waste policy
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Fireplace in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
LED TV
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
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:
Restaurant
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NOK 200 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 200.0 per stay.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from 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
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 and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from 15 June to 17 August
Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM
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
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
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
Does Scandic Sørlandet have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7 AM to 9 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Sørlandet?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Sørlandet on 26 Mar 2026 start from RM350, 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 for more accurate prices.
Is Scandic Sørlandet pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NOK 200 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Scandic Sørlandet?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Scandic Sørlandet?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of NOK 200 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Scandic Sørlandet?
Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for NOK 250 (subject to availability).
Where is Scandic Sørlandet located?
This family-friendly Kristiansand hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute walk of Kristiansand Dyrepark and Kristiansand Zoo. Sørlandssenteret and Pyramidehuset are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Reviews
Scandic Sørlandet Reviews
8.2
Very good
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7.8
Cleanliness
7.2
Amenities
8.4
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 375 out of 1006 reviews
10 - Excellent
375
Rating 8 - Good. 373 out of 1006 reviews
8 - Good
373
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1006 reviews
6 - Okay
168
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1006 reviews
4 - Poor
64
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1006 reviews
2 - Terrible
26
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn
29 Aug 2024
The staff were friendly, helpful, and efficient. The breakfast was outstanding. The room was comfortable and quiet. Overall an excellent choice.
Marilyn
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Mart
7 Jun 2024
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.
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.
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.
Very clean, friendly staff and fun amenities. Rooms were small but had good use of space. Arrived too late to enjoy the outdoor pool but kids had fun on mini zip line. Wonderful breakfast with great selection of American and European options. Highly recommend.
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.
Iris
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Lucie
16 Sept 2023
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Gylfi Mar
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Rebecca
4 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Helt oki hotell.
Ganske kjedelig frokost, men standard.
Maten i restauranten var ikke noe å skryte av. Brent fisk og det var knapt noe burger i barneburgerene. Skuffende.
Lekerommet for barn, er ikke veldig bra.
Hotellet er hel greit.