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Rica Dyreparken Hotel
At a Glance
- child-friendly hotel
- fun design
- right next to the zoo (although otherwise remote)
- easy parking
Pros
- children everywhere, especially during the school holidays and on weekends
- some rooms are a bit small
- so-so breakfast
Cons
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Rica Dyreparken Hotel Review
Built like Noah's Ark, this modern hotel is designed to appeal to children of all ages: inspired by the nearby zoo, many of the rooms go a little wild, with tiger-stripe chairs and paw prints on walls. Children have their own playroom and cinema on board this ark.
- Address: Dyreparken, Kardemomme By, Kristiansand, 4609 | Map It
- Phone: 38-14-64-00
- Website: www.ricadyreparkenhotel.no
- Location: Notodden
Contact Information
- 160 rooms.
- Rate includes breakfast.
- Credit cards accepted.
Hotel Details
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