Scandic Sørlandet in Kristiansand is a family-friendly and pet-friendly hotel, recognized as one of the region’s largest conference hotels. It is ideally situated right next to Kristiansand Zoo (Dyreparken), within a 10-minute walk. Norway's largest shopping center, Sørlandssenteret, is also within walking distance, approximately 1.3 km (0.8 mi) away. The hotel is located 15 minutes east of Kristiansand city center and about 10 minutes from Kristiansand (KRS-Kjevik) Airport, which is 11.3 km (7 mi) away. The hotel offers a total of 210 guestrooms, each featuring an LED television and a comfortable pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access is available in all rooms, and bathrooms are equipped with showers and hair dryers. Scandic Sørlandet provides a comprehensive range of amenities. Guests can enjoy recreational facilities including a large gym, a sauna, and a seasonal outdoor pool in the garden, which is heated to 26°C and open from mid-June to mid-August. For those who enjoy the outdoors, excellent walking and jogging trails are available on paved roads or through the vast forest directly behind the hotel. Additional recreational options include an arcade/game room and a solarium. For business travelers, the hotel features a business center, conference space, and meeting rooms, accommodating events from small day meetings to large national conventions. Dining options include a restaurant, which is open most days offering à la carte or buffet meals, and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfasts are served for a fee on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Guests can also enjoy a bar for evening entertainment. Please note that dining venues may be closed on Sundays. The hotel ensures convenience with a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, luggage storage, and safety deposit boxes. Complimentary wireless internet access is available throughout the public areas and guestrooms. Free self-parking is provided on-site, with space for 165 cars (subject to availability). A bus station shuttle is available for a surcharge, and frequent bus departures to downtown Kristiansand are accessible. The lobby features a cozy fireplace, and daily housekeeping services are provided. Smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the entire hotel, with designated smoking zones available.