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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, (2,475 reviews)
"Best breakfast ever."
United States
Kathleen Adams
The price is NT$3,978
NT$4,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hotel Caledonien
A modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, and tables, large windows with a view of trees, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

2. Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda

Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda
3.5 star property
Kvadraturen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Great place by the sea."
Switzerland
Andreas
The price is NT$3,505
NT$3,926 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda
A room with a grey sofa, a black metal plant holder with green plants, and sheer curtains.

3. Citybox Kristiansand

Citybox Kristiansand
3.0 star property
Kvadraturen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,186 reviews)
"No frills hotel with clean rooms and comfy bed."
United States
Thomas
The price is NT$2,995
NT$3,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Citybox Kristiansand
A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including long tables and chairs, and a reception desk in the background.

4. Comfort Hotel Kristiansand

Comfort Hotel Kristiansand
3.5 star property
Kvadraturen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,203 reviews)
"Great functional hotel, perfect for our family stay! Great location, great breakfast and spacious rooms"
United Kingdom
Jonathan
The price is NT$2,829
NT$3,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Hotel Kristiansand
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, (1,003 reviews)
"Really nice staff"
Denmark
thomas
The price is NT$3,513
NT$3,934 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Clarion Hotel Ernst
A modern interior with a long corridor, seating area with tables and chairs, and decorative lighting.

6. Thon Hotel Norge

Thon Hotel Norge
3.5 star property
Kvadraturen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (946 reviews)
"Great location, nice breakfast!"
Canada
MICHAEL
The price is NT$4,387
NT$4,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Thon Hotel Norge
A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of the outdoors. There are multiple seating areas with sofas and chairs, and a staircase with a rope bridge.

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 NT$3,386
NT$3,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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)
"Ikke noe å klage på. Vi hadde et fin opphold"
Norway
Anne
The price is NT$10,194
NT$11,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Boen Gard
A crowded beach with people sunbathing, swimming, and walking along the shore.

9. Åros Feriesenter

Åros Feriesenter
3.0 star property
Kristiansand
7.8 out of 10, Good, (185 reviews)
"Oceanview, small but everything we need was there😁"
Netherlands
Karin
The price is NT$4,413
NT$4,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Åros Feriesenter
A bedroom with two beds, wooden headboards, and a view of the ocean.

10. Scandic Sørlandet

Scandic Sørlandet
3.0 star property
Kristiansand
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"A bit worn out some places, but still a great hotel. Perfect for families. Staff was super friendly."
United States
Erik
The price is NT$3,082
NT$3,452 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Scandic Sørlandet
A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a grey sofa, and a small table with a vase.

11. Thon Hotel Parken

Thon Hotel Parken
3.5 star property
Kvadraturen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and very good breakfast. Easy check in and the rooms fulfilled expectations."
United States
Stacey Lynne Ristinmaa
The price is NT$4,486
NT$5,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Thon Hotel Parken
A bakery counter with bread, pastries, and a coffee station.

12. Thon Hotel Kristiansand

Thon Hotel Kristiansand
3.5 star property
Kvadraturen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,079 reviews)
"Great breakfast and well located. Decent gym."
United States
Mireille
The price is NT$4,073
NT$4,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Thon Hotel Kristiansand
A harbor with boats docked, a church in the background, and a row of houses.

13. Vertikalen

Vertikalen
3.0 star property
Lillesand
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (253 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, excellent food and beautiful walking path right next to property. "
United States
kari
The price is NT$2,399
NT$2,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Vertikalen
A modern kitchen with a long counter displaying various food items and plants.

14. Mandal Hotel

Mandal Hotel
3.5 star property
Lindesnes
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,034 reviews)
"Good town hotel. Small room, but adequate. Lots of seating in public areas, and excellent restaurant."
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is NT$4,820
NT$5,398 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Mandal Hotel
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Families love Dyreparken's zoo and water park, while history buffs explore the old town's colorful wooden houses. Spend sunny afternoons at Bystranda beach, then visit Ravnedalen Nature Park for concerts in a stunning valley setting.

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A white lighthouse with a red roof on a rocky island surrounded by calm water.

Top reviews in Kristiansand

A modern kitchen with a long counter displaying various food items and plants.
Mandal Hotel

Mandal Hotel

Mandal Hotel
Lindesnes

10/10 Excellent

Breakfast was amazing. Rooms were clean. Parking was easy enough. Staff were helpful and friendly. The hotel was very new. We really enjoyed our stay there.
United States
Xiaoshan
Reviewed June 3, 2026
Mandal Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Kristiansand?

If you're looking to find a reasonable accommodation in Kristiansand, you might like this popular choice: Citybox Kristiansand - You can take advantage of free WiFi 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 are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 59°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 35°F. Average annual precipitation for Kristiansand is 54 inches.

What is there to see and do in Kristiansand?

Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore the area around Kristiansand. Get out into nature with places like Bystranda, Ravnedalen Naturpark, and Myren Gard og Park. Cultural attractions include Kilden Performing Arts Centre, Kristiansand Kanonmuseum, and Kunstsilo. Visit landmarks like 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 center. Once you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. Train stations like Kristiansand Station and Nodeland Station make it easy to explore more of the surrounding area.