Hotel Boen Gård in Tveit

Historic Elegance at Boen Gård in Kristiansand

Picture this: Boen Gård, a hotel that stands proud among Sørlandet's cliffs. The Tovdalselva River does a slow dance nearby, as if to say, 'Relax, you're in Kristiansand.' Built way back in the 19th century, this farmhouse is no ordinary abode. It's like time-travel without the DeLorean. Travelers come for the mix of what's been and what's new. The place is wrapped in a classical park, and the main building, from 1813, tells stories of old while showing off new art and stuff. And yes, they fixed it up real nice.

Boen Gård's kitchen is all about that farm-to-table life. They whip up short, seasonal eats. Ever tried lamb that practically winks at you from the nearby pastures? Or salmon that should come with its own fishing tale? They even have veggies and honey that could star in their own reality show, straight from the farm's garden. The menu doesn't just feed you; it tells a story with local flavor.

Eighteen rooms, that's what Boen Gård's got. Each one has a foot in the past and the other in the comforts of today. Fourteen rooms chill in historic riverside buildings, while four hang out in the old service rooms of the main house. Need a meeting space? The 'Ishuset' offers room for 20-40 folks, with tech and lighting that might make you feel like you're in a sci-fi flick. Meetings here aren't just gatherings; they're events with a capital 'E'.

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