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Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand

4.0 star property
Travelers find stylish relaxation near Kilden Performing Arts Centre and Aquarama Bad, with two vibrant bars and local flavors at Grenseløs Restaurant

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The Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel in central Kristiansand offers a welcoming atmosphere with an arcade/game room. Guests enjoy meals at Grenseløs Restaurant, relax at two bars, and use free WiFi. Visitors appreciate the helpful multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is ฿7,576
฿8,485 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, curtains, a TV, and a lamp.

Junior Suite, Harbour View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of a body of water through large windows.

Business Room, Harbour View (Class)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of a cityscape.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(183 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a view of a marina and buildings.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a mirror.

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city through large windows.

Standard Room, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(127 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

Superior Room, Balcony, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the city.

Superior Room, Balcony (Street View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Harbour View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Presidential Suite, Balcony, Harbour View

  • Harbour view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Room, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Kristiansand, Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand is in the city centre and by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ravnedalen Naturpark and popular attractions include Kilden Performing Arts Centre and Aquarama Bad. Kristiansand Cathedral and Kristiansand Dyrepark are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Kristiansand travel guide
Map
Vestre Strandgate 7, Kristiansand, 4610

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a coastal city with a marina, a large stadium, and a complex highway interchange.
    Kristiansand Domkirke
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Markens Gate
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kilden Performing Arts Centre
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kristiansand Cathedral
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Aquarama Bad
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Kristiansand Station
    6 min walk
  • Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Skagen
    2 min walk
  • Patricks Pub
    3 min walk
  • Mother India
    2 min walk
  • Hos Naboen
    5 min walk
  • HT Sushi
    4 min walk

About this property

Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand

  • Upscale hotel near Kristiansand Cathedral
  • Located close to Kilden Performing Arts Centre and Aquarama Bad, Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand provides an arcade/games room, dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Grenseløs Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
    • A lift, coffee/tea in reception and a front desk safe
    • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 205 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and fans
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hairdryers
    • 40-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and cable channels
    • Daily housekeeping and phones

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (NOK 250 per night); discounts available
  • Parking on site (NOK 250 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Club 21
  • Grenseløs Bar
  • Grenseløs Restaurant
  • Telford Pub

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 16,361 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 12 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1969
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NOK 250 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 13 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 300.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NOK 150.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: NOK 250 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: NOK 250 per night
  • Pet fee: NOK 250 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NOK 150.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NOK 300.0 per night

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NOK 250 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand?

As of 11 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand on 3 Aug 2026 start from ฿7,576, 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.

How much is parking at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand?

Self-parking is available for NOK 250 per day.

What time is check-in at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand located?

Located in the heart of Kristiansand, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kristiansand Cathedral and Kilden Performing Arts Centre. Aquarama Bad and Ravnedalen Naturpark are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kristiansand Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1511 out of 2291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 574 out of 2291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 2291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 2291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 2291 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant building, cool and peaceful with good decor. Spotlessly clean rooms with very comfortable beds. The shower was the best I have had in many a hotel. The breakfast was huge and varied with some very high-quality items. Squeeze your own fresh orange juice was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short stay - everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here close to everything.Only a 10 min walk to the ferry terminal.The room was fabulous and the best choice of breakfast.Great view off the harbour so pretty at night.The window was really big.The rooftop bar was nice also.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Excellent service. Rooms were nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly hotel. Staff 5 star . Breakfast served only till 10am but was very good choice offered. Location good apart from noise from the container port next door and loud until after 2am at least one night and early every morning, due to this we would not stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were connecting to the Ferry and the location was awesome. The breakfast buffet was in the top 10 for scope and choices. all 4 of us were amazed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

tor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Rooms need some updates.No phones in the rooms. Very good service and polite personnel.Why only one person in the lobby desk.There is certainly need for two to avoid the vaiting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay with nice breakfast, and great rooftop bar from which you can see out to the fish markets and harbour. Not too far from the bus stop, and close to interesting sights like Ødderoya
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything great at this hotel. I stayed for two weeks for work and I would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nooshin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location and 2 minutes walk to Main shopping area. Clean room with nice view, Friendly staff, on-site parking right at the entrance Breakfast variety was a bit limited and bed was too soft for me
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Taek-Hyun

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible hotel prioritising profit to guest safety!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rolf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I always stay here when visiting Kristiansand. When you walk in the breakfast room, you don’t want to leave Don’t need to say anymore. Great rooms and bed . And of course the staff. Located seaside
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ole kristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frøy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Albion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bra service!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Jakob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mari eia

Super
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Mads

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

abukar Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
God service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Ann Karin

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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025