10 hotels in Southern Norway: Best hotel deals for 2023

August 8, 2022 Lean Nau

Called Sørlandet, Norway's South Coast is known for its rocky coastline, its whitewashed houses and its idyllic archipelago. This warmest area in the country draws many resdents for a summer holiday. Kristiansand, the biggest city here and fifth-largest in all of Norway, has many lovely beaches, a very good zoo (Norway's most visited attraction) and a number of historic buildings. These date from the period of the city's 17th-century founding and are located in Posebyen, the old town area.
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1. Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand

Vestre Strandgate 7, Kristiansand 4610 Norway
Excellent
58%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 293 reviews

Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand

Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel is situated by the seafront down town Kristiansand. The hotel is full of atmosphere and reflects a high standard and service throughout. Come and join us. Experience something different. We are not just an ordinary hotel. We can taylor anything from rock climbing to boat trips or salmon fishing. We suggest - You approve - We arrange it.

Pornchanok Chindamanee

Reviewed By pchind900822

I had a very good experence with Radisson blue in Kristiansand. Only one thing was they should've changed my towel and watched the cups when they cleaned my room. Other than that, everything was very good.

2. Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda

Oestre Strandgate 74, Kristiansand 4608 Norway
Excellent
43%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
6%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1163 reviews

Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda

Welcome to hotel Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda Our new hotel in Kristiansand, Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda, is the largest hotel in the city and also in Southern Norway. The hotel opened in June 2013.Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda is located on "Bystranda", Kristiansand's city beach. Only a couple of minutes by foot from the hotel you find the town's main street. From the hotel you have an idyllic view across the Norwegian skerries, from the hotel rooms as well as the restaurant. Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda has something to offer everyone. The hotel forms an integral part of Aquarama, which among its many features includes a water park, a training center and a spa. Our guests use the training facilities for free. Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda has 229 rooms, 814 beds as well as conference capacities for approx 300 people.

Best hotel for you to stay in Kristiansand

Reviewed By mikewu60

The hotel location is just nice and with great ocean view. The breakfast is outstanding in Europe and staffs are friendly. The free access to the GYM in the AQ is super for you to recharge yourself and very good for long stay people.

3. Scandic Sorlandet

Travparkveien 14, Kristiansand 4636 Norway
Excellent
27%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
15%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 745 reviews

Scandic Sorlandet

Scandic Sorlandet is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Kristiansand, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. As your “home away from home,” the hotel rooms offer a flat screen TV, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. Guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, baggage storage, and outdoor furniture while staying at Scandic Sorlandet. In addition, Scandic Sorlandet offers a pool and free breakfast, which will help make your Kristiansand trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. While staying at Scandic Sorlandet, visitors can check out Ansgarkapellet (2.2 mi), which is a popular Kristiansand attraction. While staying at Scandic Sorlandet, you can find some great restaurants within walking distance of the hotel including LV Sushi (0.6 mi), Sabi Sushi Kristiansand (0.6 mi), and Sakura Kina Restaurant (0.7 mi). Kristiansand is also known for some great architectural buildings, including Movik Fort and Kristiansand Kunsthall, which are not too far from Scandic Sorlandet. Enjoy your stay in Kristiansand!

Super friendly and perfectly suitable for dog owners

Reviewed By Schmeichelbritta

The hotel is located off the busy city centre, near the motorway, easy to reach. For us the best things were the extraordinary breakfast and the nice forest directly adjacent to the hotel, where we could walk the dog so nicely.

4. Clarion Hotel Ernst

Radhusgt. 2, Kristiansand 4664 Norway 011 47 38 12 86 00
Excellent
41%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 903 reviews

Clarion Hotel Ernst

Designhotel in the middle of Kristiansand. Primeraly used for business with great offers during the weekend.

Excellent hotell

Reviewed By 492terjeg

Excellent hotell in the city of Kristiansand. Its quite easy to find parking nearby the hotell. The breakfast is delicate with many choices og good food. Allergens could have been better marked. Very good service!

5. Comfort Hotel Kristiansand

Skippergata 7-9, Kristiansand 4611 Norway 011 47 38 07 94 00
Excellent
39%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 755 reviews

Comfort Hotel Kristiansand

The Comfort Hotel Kristiansand is a great hotel with a fabulous location in central Kristiansand. The main shopping street is just 30 metres away, but the hotel itself is on a quiet street away from all the hustle and bustle. Facilities include a 24-hour gym and seriously stylish rooms. Perfect Location! The Comfort Hotel Kristiansand is located right in the middle of Kristiansand's city centre within easy reach of the Markens gate shopping street, the airport bus, train station and ferry terminal. In other words, it enjoys a pretty unbeatable location so you'll be ideally situated to explore Kristiansand's many shops and eateries. Parking Guests are welcome to park in one of the parking garages nearby. Cash-free The Comfort Hotel Kristiansand is a cash-free hotel. This provides a safer working environment for our staff and guests as it reduces the risk of theft and burglary. Gym We understand the importance of maintaining an exercise routine when you're away from home. Our hotel gym is open 24/7 so you can work up a sweat whenever it suits you! Conference The Comfort Hotel Kristiansand has a modern meeting room with a capacity for up to 30 people. Accommodation for everyone You can choose between a number of different room categories, but all our 125 modern rooms feature Nordic décor and trendy colors, as well as ventilation, free WiFi and a flatscreen TV. Our moderate rooms are ideal for those of you looking for smart and affordable accommodation. For a truly luxurious stay, make sure to book one of our deluxe rooms.

Average ‘chain’ hotel.

Reviewed By Paul M

I booked this at very short notice for 1 night in the run up to Christmas as corona started to gain momentum once more. Parking has to be in the parking house opposite, where isn’t wasn’t easy to find a space. Not the hotels fault it was full of Christmas shoppers, but something to consider. Check in went well and then up to the room in the one working elevator. The room was small, but tidy and the temperature control didn’t work which meant having to leave the window open. It would have also been nice if the cleaners had emptied the bins instead of leaving the last occupants rubbish in. Getting a meal wasn’t possible as no restaurant but plenty of options in the streets nearby. In summary, not the greatest hotel experience ever, but OK for what I needed.

6. Thon Hotel Arendal

Friergangen 1, Arendal 4836 Norway
Excellent
64%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 239 reviews

Thon Hotel Arendal

This modern and newly renovated Thon hotel is located in the center of the cosy norwegian city Arendal, within short walking distance to the waterfront, shopping, and good restaurants.

Title? Felt like with king title

Reviewed By aivaraspayslip

Great Hotel! In city Centrum! Nice, kind ,stuff, ! Everyone ready to help! Comfortable room! Lovely restaurant! Great view ! From cantina! I think even pickiest one can find what to eat at breakfast!!! All is just nice! And I think for reasonable price!?

7. Yess! Hotel Kristiansand

Tordenskjolds gate 12, Kristiansand 4612 Norway
Excellent
36%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 439 reviews

Yess! Hotel Kristiansand

Centrally located in the center of Kristiansand you will find a brand new budget hotel. We offer you spotlessly clean rooms, mattresses of top quality, hassle-free free internet, not to mention a tasty and healthy breakfast. All at a very reasonable price.

Budget hotel with a budget! : Terrible bed, small room and dirty remote control!

Reviewed By StainawarijaR

Yess Hotel in Kristiansand is part of the Best Western brand. The pictures posted at the Hotels.com website made me book this hotel. It is a budget hotel, yess!, but that does not mean that the comfort need to be uncomfortable. The bathroom is super small, almost not possible to move around. Cleanliness was ok. - The bed was absolutely terrible. If I am not mistaken they are using IKEA mattresses. If you have back problems I urge you to book another hotel! The hotel advertises on their website: "Vi kaller oss lavprishotellet med glimt i øyet og vi fokuserer på skinnende rene rom, deilige senger og god frokost". The breakfast buffet is very limited, but you will find freshly baked bread. You will find the basics, no more. As far as I could see, they did not focus to much about Covid and the need for extra cleaning. The remote control was super dirty, see enclosed picture. When I see a dirty remote control I start to question the overall cleanliness. The super positive thing about this hotel is for sure their staff. They provide excellent service! Summary: - Budget hotel - Terrible beds - Not very clean rooms - Pictures posted on Hotels.com does not reflect what you get! - Basic breakfast - Super friendly staff!

8. Scandic Grimstad

Kirkegaten 3, Grimstad 4878 Norway
Excellent
42%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
7%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 433 reviews

Scandic Grimstad

Situated next to the market in Grimstad our cosy hotel is the perfect place to stay when visiting this charming town. We have everything you need to make your stay enjoyable. Get a good nights sleep in one of our comfortable rooms, eat a hearty breakfast, borrow a bike and go for a ride. Come back and enjoy a nice dinner in our popular restaurant Kjeller'n in the evening. Our hotel also offer you various meeting rooms in different sizes as well as our own garage and free WiFi in all rooms and public areas.

One night in Grimstad

Reviewed By stashtheflash

Location was perfect and staff was friendly, but when I went to bed i saw a hair on the headboard. I had not been near the headboard so it was not from me. It was too late to complain so went to sleep with my head far from the headboard. In the morning I saw more hairs on the headboard so really sloppy cleaning..

9. Clarion Hotel Tyholmen

Teaterplassen 2, Arendal 4836 Norway 011 47 37 07 68 00
Excellent
45%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 490 reviews

Clarion Hotel Tyholmen

This beautiful building situated on the wonderful seaside of Arendal accomodates both the sophisticated business traveller and the conference participant. A maritime atmosphere gives the restaurant concept its character. The hotel has 96 well equipped hotelrooms and suites with a total of 200 beds. We can arrange events like weddings, seminars and conferences in nice rooms, please contact us for your event. Here you can find the restaurant Tre Seil and the bar 8 Glass , as well as a carpark. Welcome!

Good hotel!

Reviewed By Kimmen1

We enjoyed our stay here, even though the weather was not as hoped for. Nice rooms, good bed, good air and good breakfast - all inn a quiet environment. This is all I need in a hotel. Will be back if we deceide to go to Arendal in the future.

10. Lillesand Hotel Norge

Strandgata 3, Lillesand 4790 Norway
Excellent
46%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 108 reviews

Lillesand Hotel Norge

Finding an ideal quaint hotel in Lillesand does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Lillesand Hotel Norge, a nice option for travelers like you. While staying at Lillesand Hotel Norge, visitors can check out Fløresteinen (1.5 mi), which is a popular Lillesand attraction. The rooms offer air conditioning and a desk, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. Lillesand Hotel Norge features a 24 hour front desk, room service, and baggage storage. In addition, as a valued Lillesand Hotel Norge guest, you can enjoy an on-site restaurant that is available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. While you’re here, be sure to check out TT Beach, one of the Thai restaurants that can be found in Lillesand, which is a short distance from Lillesand Hotel Norge. Should time allow, Meta Hansen Sculpture Park, Lillesand Town and Maritime Museum, and Lillesand Town Hall are some popular attractions that are within walking distance. Lillesand Hotel Norge looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Lillesand.

What a great surprise!

Reviewed By Svein-Magne_Tunli

Housed in a beautiful building from 1873, this charming hotel is found in Lillesand’s picturesque harbour. Rooms offer a mix of old-world charm and modern comforts. Lillesand Hotel Norge is a member of 'De Historiske', an organisation containing many of Norway’s most charming hotels and restaurants. The 25 rooms are all in individual in style. Our room (no 302) was named after the famous Norwegian author Knut Hamsun and is one of the most special hotel rooms I have ever visited (see my attached photos and you will understand). All the staff were friendly and helpful! Everyone made you feel as if you were at home. I love to stay at these small hotels with great personal service! The hotel has a free car park. In summary, Lillesand Hotel Norge is a very well-run hotel, and I will highly recommend this place! Regards Svein-Magne Tunli from Bergen, Norway.

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