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Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand

4.0 of 5
Vestre Strandgt. 7, Kristiansand 4601, Norway
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Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand
Ranked #7 of 16 hotels in Kristiansand
3.5 of 5 stars 119 Reviews
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Bergen
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012

I stayed at the hotel for two nights toghether with my eight year old son for leisure. The hotel is pretty average. Hotelrooms are big, but looks like it was decorated 20 years ago. Breakfast is also a average norwegian hotel breakfast. What brings this hotel up from a average rating is the friendlyness of the staff, and the location... More

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Texas
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

In Kristiansand for 3 nights for business meetings. Room is decent size for this part of the world. Bathroom was adequate (heated floor is nice) but the shower was a bit cramped. Had a corner room that was overlookinig the marina and not the container cargo area this time, which was nice,. Check-in/check-out was simple and easy. Room was clean.... More

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Reykjavik
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

Good business hotel. The rooms are comfortable, clean and adequately sized. The bathroom is large and excellent shower. Beds are fine, extra pillows in the room. There was enough space in the room for a business meeting (three chairs and a table) and the Wi-Fi connection was good. The reception was efficient and helpful. Both check-in and check-out was fast.... More

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Oslo, Norway
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2012

Stayed for one night early January. Hotel looks outdated from the outside and that impression continues on the inside. By my standards a total renovation is long over due. Room was small and dark. Fluorescent faded lights by the window enhances the outdated feeling. Worn out squeaky bed. The bathroom on the other hand is recently renovated, light and nice,... More

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 21, 2011 via mobile

As previously stated, clean, nice size rooms, free wifi a nice touch but hotel in need of revamp! Breakfast choice not for the faint hearted!

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Finn Berstad, General Manager at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand, responded to this review
November 23, 2011

Dear pacco212 Thank you. I am glad you took the time to give us some valued feedback. More

Roatan
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2011
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I enjoyed staying at this hotel. I had a real nice view of harbor. Close to walking street and ferry terminal. Nice breeze from ocean. Good breakfast in the morning. I find Norway to be very expensive - my hotel laundry bill at this hotel was $ 161 after sending off one time with very few items I like this... More

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Finn Berstad, General Manager at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand, responded to this review
November 23, 2011

Dear airspeed Thand you for commenting on our location. In our opinion it is the best in town and i am proud to say that all our rooms has a very nice view eather facing the harbour or the city. Unfortunately the level of costs in Norway compared to other countries. More

Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed October 26, 2011

Stayed 3 nights in August 2011, on a business trip Booked superior double but although the room was reasonable in size, the furniture was old, and shabby, and somewhat tired however the room was cleaned daily we asked for a room with a sea view and was given room on a higher floor as requested but it overlooked the cargo... More

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Finn Berstad, General Manager at Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand, responded to this review
November 23, 2011

Dear mirrormisty. I’m sorry to hear about your experience. We are committed to providing outstanding customer service; please contact our hotel directly at Guest.kristiansand@radissonblu.com to discuss your experience further” More

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Address: Vestre Strandgt. 7, Kristiansand 4601, Norway
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