Cove Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Aberdeen during your trip to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen Harbour

Aberdeen Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Aberdeen with a trip to Aberdeen Harbour. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

Aberdeen Harbour
Codonas Amusement Park

Codonas Amusement Park

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Codonas Amusement Park during your visit to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Codonas Amusement Park
Duthie Park Winter Gardens featuring a garden

Duthie Park Winter Gardens

Walk amid tropical rainforests or arid displays dotted with cacti at this beautiful garden set within a collection of large glasshouses in a pretty city park.

Duthie Park Winter Gardens
Cathedral of St. Machar which includes a church or cathedral, religious elements and interior views

Cathedral of St. Machar

Cast your eyes up in this magnificent medieval cathedral to see its stunning 16th-century heraldic ceiling and original friezes in the nave.

Cathedral of St. Machar
King's College

King's College

Explore the campus of King's College during your trip to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

King's College

Activities

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

AU$5
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Macallan - Glenfiddich - Glenlivet - Private Tour

Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla

AU$2,456
per adult
Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla
Aberdeenshire Private Half Day Castle & Historic Areas To

Aberdeenshire: Private Half Day Castle & Historic Areas Tour

AU$715
per traveller
Aberdeenshire: Private Half Day Castle & Historic Areas Tour
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour

Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Historical Adventure to St Andrews & Dundee from Aberdeen

Historical Adventure to St Andrews & Dundee from Aberdeen

AU$141
per adult
Historical Adventure to St Andrews & Dundee from Aberdeen
Small-Group Speyside Whisky Trail Full-Day Tour

Speyside Whisky Trail from Aberdeen

AU$229
per adult
Speyside Whisky Trail from Aberdeen
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Our pick of the best Cove Hotel Deals

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

4 out of 5
Souterhead Road, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is AU$147 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$147
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Solid Stay
"Good hotel for a short business trip. The room was comfortable and the restaurant food was very good, though some of the seating — especially the lower tables and booths — felt a bit cramped. The hotel was busy and staff were efficient, though not quite as warm as other places I’ve stayed. Nice bonus ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel
Cove Bay Hotel

Cove Bay Hotel

3 out of 5
15 Colsea Road, Cove Bay, Aberdeen, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (190 reviews)
"Nice hotel, friendly staff, bed was a bit hard but sheets and towels excellent quality."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

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Cove Bay Hotel
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
St. Andrew Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is AU$158 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$158
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,062 reviews)
"The suite was very nice and quiet,modern and comfortable in a good central area,one of the best we have been in, would highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Station Hotel Aberdeen

Station Hotel Aberdeen

3 out of 5
78 Guild Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is AU$462 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$462
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"The room is totally updated and huge. We had to use an oscillating fan to sleep because these old, historic hotels don’t have the infrastructure for air handling and the duvet/no separate top sheet made it warm. Gorgeous room."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Station Hotel Aberdeen
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

4 out of 5
Union Square, Guild Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is AU$132 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$132
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,052 reviews)
"other residents noise when closing bedroom doors during night"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Village Hotel Aberdeen

Village Hotel Aberdeen

3 out of 5
Prime Four, Kingswells, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is AU$148 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$148
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely stay but the room could of been equipped with a King-size bed not a double.😢"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Village Hotel Aberdeen
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Other neighbourhoods around Cove

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Altens

While Altens isn't home to many top sights, Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Aberdeen Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Altens
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Torry

While visiting Torry, you might make a stop by sights like Torry Battery and Balnagask Golf Course (Nigg Bay Golf Club).

Torry
Duthie Park Winter Gardens featuring a park and interior views

Ferryhill

While Ferryhill isn't home to many top sights, Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Union Square Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ferryhill
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Merchant Quarter

If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, The Trinity Centre and Aberdeen Maritime Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Merchant Quarter
Marischal Museum showing heritage architecture and heritage elements

Central Aberdeen

4/5(22 area reviews)

Travellers to Central Aberdeen praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Aberdeen Music Hall and Union Terrace Gardens.

Central Aberdeen
Aberdeen featuring street scenes

Hanover

While visiting Hanover, you might make a stop by sights like Codonas Amusement Park and Aberdeen Harbour.

Hanover

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