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Dyreparken Safarihotell

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Kristiansand Zoo, connected to the convention center

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Photo gallery for Dyreparken Safarihotell

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, wicker furniture, and a large plant.
A view from a balcony overlooking a river with boats, surrounded by trees and buildings.
Two armchairs with zebra-patterned cushions, a round table, and a large window offering a view of a lake and buildings.
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.
A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a giraffe sculpture, a bar area, and a seating area with orange chairs.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Dyreparkveien 2, Kristiansand, 4609
  • Place, Kristiansand Zoo
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kristiansand Dyrepark
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Sørlandssenteret
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a wall with a textured pattern.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a wall-mounted lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(92 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a door leading to another room.

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(65 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a wall-mounted lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Single Room

Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

A bunk bed with a tiger plush toy on the lower bunk, a bedside table, a lamp, and a sofa.

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room

A neatly made bed with a red quilt, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Accessible)

A neatly made bed with a patterned headboard, a bedside lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room (Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a picture frame, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a laptop, a picture of an elephant, and a balcony with curtains.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Kristiansand

Near the airport.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Kristiansand Zoo and within a 10-minute walk of Kristiansand Dyrepark. Som Church is within 6 miles (10 km) and University of Agder is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Kristiansand Zoo - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kristiansand Dyrepark - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • beach near Båthavna - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sørlandssenteret - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Kristiansand Cathedral - 11 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Kristiansand Station - 15 min drive
  • Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kafe Kampus Gimlemoen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Østsia - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪La Recette - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pizzabakeren - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Dyreparken Safarihotell

3.5-star hotel near Kristiansand Zoo, connected to the convention center
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 15 meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Dyreparken Safarihotell. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Kristiansand hotel is smoke free.

  • 160 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2001
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Dyreparken Safarihotell offers 160 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NOK 249 for adults and NOK 109 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 17 and January 10.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: NOK 250 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NOK 200.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NOK 225.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NOK 249 for adults and NOK 109 for children
  • Pet fee: NOK 250 per accommodation, per night
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NOK 225.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NOK 200.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Dyreparken Hotell

Dyreparken Safarihotell Hotel

Dyreparken Safarihotell Kristiansand

Dyreparken Safarihotell Hotel Kristiansand

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dyreparken Safarihotell to the airport?

Dyreparken Safarihotell is 7.2 mi (16-min drive) away from the Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dyreparken Safarihotell?

As of Sept 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dyreparken Safarihotell on Oct 13, 2026 start from CA $140, 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.

Does Dyreparken Safarihotell have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dyreparken Safarihotell.

How close is Dyreparken Safarihotell to the beach?

This hotel is 3.8 mi (6-min drive) from Hamresanden and 6.6 mi (15-min drive) from Paradisbukta. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dyreparken Safarihotell offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Dyreparken Safarihotell, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NOK 249 for adults and NOK 109 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Dyreparken Safarihotell?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Dyreparken Safarihotell?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Dyreparken Safarihotell?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Dyreparken Safarihotell have a pool?

Dyreparken Safarihotell does not have a pool.

Does Dyreparken Safarihotell have a restaurant?

Dyreparken Safarihotell is home to Restaurant Safari, which features a beachfront location.

Does Dyreparken Safarihotell have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Dyreparken Safarihotell to downtown Kristiansand?

Dyreparken Safarihotell is 6.2 mi away from Kristiansand.

Dyreparken Safarihotell Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 439 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1007 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Manrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Expensive place between value and quality. The building needs a bit renewing actually
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the most friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chad R

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaraunt is super expensive, was a buffet style meal, i side the park is similar
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness
Good for small kids
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
SMALL ROOMS
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and quick, but the hotel entrance was hard to find in the dark because it was moved and there inadequate lighting and signage. The room was clean, but it was TINY and had no room for our suitcases. The bed was also and old spring mattress that sagged in the middle. We stayed only one night because it was close to the airport, so it was bearable but I will not return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service

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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liv Edle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fikk kjempegod service i restauranten mtp allergivennlig mat
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rasmus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Kunne kanskje stått at hotellets fasade er under oppussing. Men ellers fint når vi fikk rom mott Dyreparken❤️
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thor Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bra hotell ved E18 og dyrepark

Bra opphold. Fikk oppgradert rom pga vedlikehold
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anton Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bra

Gode senger. Rent. Pent bad. Litt trangt rom. Restauranten burde hatt take away og noe annet enn buffet for slitne familier på kveldstid
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ann-Helen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lite rom, dårlig seng nummer to, rommet ble ikke rengjort. Veldig dyr frokost.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anders

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Turid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Savnet et sted å ha klærne, skap el.l. Savnet også litt bedre pute, eller en hotellpute. Badet er lite og da bør dusjdøren være mulig å lukke inntil veggen
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Malin Olaussen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fine store rom men veldig støvete og skittent på gulvet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Signy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Hotellet var rent og pent og lå praktisk til rett ved inngangen til Dyreparken. Der lå også parkeringsplassen som hadde gratis parkering for hotellets gjester. Jeg hadde i midlertid forventet mer i forhold til hvor dyrt det var. Køyesengene var upraktiske og barna kunne lett slå seg i hodet i det de reiste seg opp av sengen da det stakk et skap ut rett over. Frokost var heller ikke inkludert i prisen.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jan-Øyvind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Det er et bra alternativ nå vi skal i Dyreparken
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ninoslav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alt er slik en skal forvente.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026