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Dyreparken Safarihotell

3.5 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with restaurant, connected to the convention center, near Kristiansand Zoo

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Nestled near Kristiansand Zoo, Dyreparken Safarihotell offers an unforgettable retreat. Take in the scenic views from the beachfront restaurant, Restaurant Safari, or unwind on the outdoor entertainment area and bar. Enjoy high-speed WiFi and helpful staff who have wowed previous guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • 15 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Conference space

Feel at home (6)

  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Free self parking
  • Snack bar/deli
The current price is $94
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8

Room options

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room, Multiple Beds (m køyeseng/bunk bed ONLY 143cm long)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony (m køyeseng/bunk bed ONLY 143cm long)

Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony (m køyeseng/bunk bed ONLY 143cm long)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Double Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room - Atrium view

Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Basic Double Room - Atrium view

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Room

Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Basic Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Dyreparkveien 2, Kristiansand, 4609

What's nearby

  • Kristiansand Zoo - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kristiansand Dyrepark - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sørlandssenteret - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Aquarama Bad - 12 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) - 14 min drive
  • Kristiansand Station - 12 min drive
  • Nodeland Station - 23 min drive
  • Vennesla Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peppes Pizza Sørlandsenteret - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sjørøverkroa Den Sorte Mann - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Montana Grill - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Dyreparken Safarihotell

Dyreparken Safarihotell offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Kristiansand Zoo. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 160 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 3 total)*
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Bed rails

Working away

  • Business center
  • 15 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 2001
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Special features

Dining

Restaurant Safari - This restaurant is located on the beach. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fee & policy details

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NOK 239 for adults and NOK 109 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 17 and January 10.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NOK 225.0 per stay
  • Rollaway beds are available for NOK 200.0 per stay

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NOK 200 per accommodation, per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Dyreparken Hotell
Dyreparken Safarihotell Hotel
Dyreparken Safarihotell Kristiansand
Dyreparken Safarihotell Hotel Kristiansand

Frequently asked questions

Is Dyreparken Safarihotell currently open?

The property is closed between December 17 and January 10.

Are pets allowed at Dyreparken Safarihotell?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 3 total. There's a charge of NOK 200 per accommodation, per night.

Is parking offered on site at Dyreparken Safarihotell?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dyreparken Safarihotell?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Dyreparken Safarihotell and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Kristiansand Zoo (1-min walk) and Kristiansand Dyrepark (3-min walk), along with Som Church (4.6 mi) and University of Agder (6.5 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Dyreparken Safarihotell?

Yes, Restaurant Safari offers beachfront dining.

What's the area around Dyreparken Safarihotell like?

Dyreparken Safarihotell is a short 1-minute walk from Kristiansand Zoo and 3 minutes' walk from Kristiansand Dyrepark.

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Reviews

Dyreparken Safarihotell Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Children
Breakfast
Lobby
Quiet - room
Bed
Family friendly
Airport

Reviews

6/10 Good

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1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and the most friendly staff!
Lars, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Restaraunt is super expensive, was a buffet style meal, i side the park is similar
Chad R, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is my second time staying at this hotel. The convenience to Dyreparken cannot be beat! We had all of our breakfasts and dinners at the hotel and were not disappointed. The table agreed that that their coffee machine is great! We even had a emergency happen while at the hotel with our two year old getting injured while at the hotel (not the hotel's fault, just an accident) and the hotel staff was amazing! Many people on staff jumped in to help along the way, and two of them even offered to drive me and my son to the emergency room since my husband was away from the hotel at the time. When we got back to the hotel after my son getting a few stitches the dinner staff checked in on us again and made sure everything was okay. I cannot say enough nice things about the staff! Regarding the rooms, they have everything you need. The bunkbed rooms are more fun because they are more themed, but we had no issues with cleanliness, or anything like that. Would definitely recommend staying here, and will be back again again some time in the future.
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was under renovation while I was there but still an excellent stay. And what could be better than right next door to a zoo, an adventure park, and a singing pirate ship that goes right past your room if you get one overlooking the water! I had a great time. The breakfast is also wonderful!
Dawn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly Recommended

Amazing Hotel, Staff are very friendly and helpful! Next to the Safari Park, I couldn't visit as I was travelling for business so arrived late and left early for the Airport but will definitely visit again. Amazing for families but I felt very comfortable and welcome as a lone traveller. Very Clean.
Linsey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

SMALL ROOMS
Lourdes, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good for small kids
Alexis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had a lovely overnight stay before going to the airport. The desk arranged a taxi for me and everything about the service at the desk and the hotel overall was 10/10 I will be recommending this hotel to all my friends. Thank you all.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Slitent hotell, slitens rom,
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Kunne kanskje stått at hotellets fasade er under oppussing. Men ellers fint når vi fikk rom mott Dyreparken❤️
Rasmus, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice clean room

Our two nights was fantastic even we received by an impatient personel in reception :) Breakfast was good but we need to pay additional to the expensive room price The place is ideal for those who gonna visit dyreparken and badeland since its only beside the hotel
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Expedia noted this as a hotel close to the Kristiansand airport. They did not mention it was a zoo/pirate themed park. I was travelling for work without my family, so it wasnt a big deal, but this would have been a huge selling point if my kids were in tow. Great hotel, good buffet restaurant, and it is indeed close to the airport. I hope i can bring my family back to enjoy the park.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fikk kjempegod service i restauranten mtp allergivennlig mat
Liv Edle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bra hotell ved E18 og dyrepark

Bra opphold. Fikk oppgradert rom pga vedlikehold
Thor Erik, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bra

Gode senger. Rent. Pent bad. Litt trangt rom. Restauranten burde hatt take away og noe annet enn buffet for slitne familier på kveldstid
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Helt ok standard men ikke noe mer.

Litt rart bad da det ble oversvømt ved dusjing. Flate oppbrukte fjærputer burde vert fiberputer grunnet allergi. Sengen var ok men ikke opptimal.
Anders, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Gjennomsnittlig norsk = dyrt og litt kjipt

Mye penger for lite rom uten frokost eller annet inkludert. Veldig hyggelig personale, men litt kjipt at man ikke får mer for pengene.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Lite rom, dårlig seng nummer to, rommet ble ikke rengjort. Veldig dyr frokost.
Ann-Helen, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Dårlig senger. Gammelt bad. Rengjøring var slurvete
Sturla, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The aircondition blew icy wind, and when I went down and asked the persons working there, they tried to reduce the aircondition, but nothing happened. The room was so cold that I set the stove up to max, that means 30 degrees…..
Guro Nordli, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

To be completely honest. I don't think the bunk bed is apropriate and safe for kids above 9 years old. Unless they have a small complexion. My 13 year old had half of his legs out. And I was too afraid for my 8 year old to turn around and fall from the higher bunk bed level in the middle.of the night. Otherwise I lived the location as you are just next door to Dyreparken entrance and it has its perks. Enjoy the some animals sleep (zebras, ostriches, jirafes, okapies) as they mingle at the yard next to the hotels entrance. Buffet very accomodating. Restaurant and bar have a nice bive. And souvenir store has lots to offer. Book in advance and plan to enjoy several days as it is quite Disney style ;)
Erika, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Worst hotel I have ever stayed at. So many kids were running, spanking doors and screaming. w We could hear reception and the kitchen and everything outside, including what appeared to be a loading dock. People were smoking right outside so we had to close our window but because there was no temperature control we slept with ice. Iasked a our the noise abd they saix there is nothing they can do until 11pm when quiet hours started. The kitchen/ loading dock stayed at 6 am leaving little time to sleep. We used noise canceling headphones but they barely took the edge off the noise At a minimum they should not rent the room we were in but guessing since they didn't offer to move us the entire hotel needs better sound proofing.
Julie, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Unclean Money Grab

The floor had food crumbs all over it, the sofa was visibly dirty that I wiped it with a towel and the towel turned brown, there was trash bag under the bed, and the bed cover had a ton of lint and hairs on it. I mean, we paid 2700 NOK for one single night, plus 350 NOK per person for dinner plus 200 NOK per person for breakfast. This doesn't include the cost of the actual park (which is expensive, but also fantastic and worth it, in my opinion). But this hotel is a huge money grab and they don't even have the decency to keep their rooms clean in all the overturn. I complained kindly to the front desk and they gave me an email address to write to for an official complaint. I wrote them, no answer, wrote them again, no response. It's disappointing to see that they don't respect their customers enough to even respond. It's too bad because it is obviously an unbeatable location, and with a young kid in Norway, it's a place I would have loved to frequent. At least the parking was free.
Annie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fint utgangspunkt for besøk i dyrehagen.
John, 1-night trip