Discover striking views and modern style at our Kristiansand hotel

With a city center location right beside the sea, the Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand provides a perfect base for enjoying the city. Stay within walking distance of the bus, ferry, and railway stations and just 20 minutes from Kjevik Airport.

A hotel surrounded by urban life and seaside views

The Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel was recently completely renovated and today appears as a modern design hotel, but still with its old charm intact. Each of the 223 rooms and suites features panoramic views through floor-to-ceiling windows, creating an amazing and exclusive atmosphere appreciated by guests. When you visit the Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, you will have everything you need for a comfortable stay and a good night’s sleep. With stunning views like this, there is not really a need for art on the walls.

Cocktails with a view

The Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel also prides itself on offering its guests a great bar experience. With clear inspiration from the speakeasy bars commonly found in the US, Club 21 serves delicious cocktails along with amazing views over the city. Visit this unique rooftop bar and enjoy a cocktail while overlooking Kristiansand. There’s no better place to relax with a glass of wine or a beer with friends and colleagues while admiring the view of the beautiful archipelago.

Meetings and events

The hotel is also ideal for corporate settings or events, with 12 different spaces available for anything from larger conferences and meetings to weddings. In Caledonien Hall, the hotel also arranges events and concerts throughout the year, so there is never a dull moment at the Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel.

Rest easy and enjoy panoramic views from our rooms in Kristiansand

The Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand features 223 rooms for business or leisure travelers, complete with free Wi-Fi and in-room coffee and tea facilities.
  •  18 m²
  • 2 twin or 1 queen or 1 king
  • 1 adult
With our Standard Room, you will have everything you need for a comfortable stay and a good night’s sleep.
  •  25 m²
  • 2 twin or 1 king
  • 2 adults, 1 child (0-11)
Booking a Business Class Room automatically gives you access to upgraded amenities.
  •  37 m²
  • 2 twin or 1 queen
  • 3 adults, 1 child (0-11)
These suites feature separate sleeping and living areas, ideal for guests who are planning an extended stay.
  •  37 m²
  • 1 king
  • 2 adults, 1 child (0-11)
For an extended stay or for extra space, choose one of our Suites featuring a separate living area.
  •  18 m²
  • 4 twin
  • 4 adults
Family Rooms boast extra space for families traveling together, in addition to all Standard Room amenities.

Plan events for up to 650 people in Kristiansand. Impress your guests with our rooftop venues offering incredible city views and access to a private bar, or host an elegant banquet in our large conference space with high ceilings and a stage area. Whatever your meeting or event needs, our dedicated staff will work to provide.

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Our on-site restaurant and bar offers exciting options for dining and lounging inside the hotel with a sky bar on the 13th floor and an all-day restaurant on the first floor. The Grenseløs Restaurant offers a sumptuous spread for breakfast along with delectable options for lunch and dinner. The skybar, Club 21, is a unique venue that elevates your evening with its ambience, service, and menu offering the best of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Our expert bartenders can create a drink tailor-made to your exact specifications if you don’t find what you are looking for in the menu. Don’t miss the chance of stopping by Club 21 if you are in the hotel.

This area of Norway attracts business travelers and vacationers from all over the world, and it's no wonder when you consider the options nearby. From our Kristiansand city center hotel's desirable location, visitors can walk to several popular destinations less than a kilometer away. Quite a few more such as Agder Nature Museum and Kristiansand Cannon Museum are less than 13 kilometers away. Families with children may enjoy a trip to the Kristiansand Zoo and Amusement Park or to Hornes to see Mineral Park with over 1,000 minerals from across the planet.

Mineral Park

29,26 mi / 47,09 km from the hotel
You don't have to be a geology expert to enjoy this park all about stones and minerals. See more than 1000 minerals from across the world, carve your own stone figures, or go on a treasure hunt in the mountains!
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Kristiansand Cannon Museum

1,85 mi / 2,98 km from the hotel
Discover the pivotal role the Kristiansand Cannon played in defending the area during the Second World War. The museum explains the detailed history of the cannon in detail and contains artifacts from the war.
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Odderøya

0,61 mi / 0,98 km from the hotel
Humans have lived on this picturesque island for longer than Kristiansand itself but, after serving as a naval base, it's now a recreational area. Hike to discover old ramparts and enjoy views of the fjord and city.
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Vestre Strandgate 7, Kristiansand 4610, Norway

It is rare to find a hotel where nature and a metropolis come together so beautifully. Our Radisson Blu sits right at the edge of southern Norway overlooking the North Sea. Walk to the city center, popular retail stores, restaurants, and Sorlandets Art Museum, or take a quick drive to Kristiansand Zoo and Amusement Park. Guests can find a number of public transportation options just across the street for easy access to top destinations. Kristiansand Airport is a convenient 14 kilometers from our hotel's location in Kristiansand city center, and shuttle service makes travel even simpler.

From Kristiansand Airport

By bus:

Take bus 35 to Kristiansand and exit at Tollbodgata nedre Q (approximately 30 minutes). The hotel is just 270 meters (a 3-minute walk) away.

By car:

The airport is 16 kilometers away from the hotel and the journey takes about 20 minutes, depending on traffic.

From Kristiansand train station

On foot:

The hotel is just 550 meters from the station. Follow Vestre Strandgate and you will reach the hotel entrance on your right.

Frequently Asked Questions

Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand has 12 onsite meeting and conference room.
Yes, breakfast is available at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand.
Rooms offered at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand are Business Class Room - 1 king, Business Class Room - 2 twin, Family Room, Junior Suite - 1 queen, Junior Suite - 2 twin, One Bedroom Suite, Standard Room - 1 king, Standard Room - 1 queen, Standard Room - 2 twin
All Radisson hotels have cleanliness and sanitization measures in place to ensure the health, safety, and security of our guests. Learn more here: https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/social-responsibility/health-safety
Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand is located at Vestre Strandgate 7, Kristiansand, 4610, Norway.
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand.
Yes, there is air conditioning at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand.
Yes, Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand is a smoke free hotel.
Yes, baggage storage is available at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand.