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The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with health club and sauna

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Relax by the large indoor pool, surrounded by a tiled floor and natural light.
Guests can enjoy a tranquil outdoor space with lush greenery and a well-manicured lawn.
Two single beds with brown headboards, a desk and chair, and a small table with chair.
Enjoy a drink at the stylish bar with a curved counter and comfortable seating.
Experience the elegant lobby, featuring a stunning stained glass skylight, a grand piano, and comfortable seating areas.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
The current price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

LED TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
Wardrobe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

LED TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
Wardrobe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

LED TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
Wardrobe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

LED TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Souterhead Road, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB12 3LF

What's nearby

  • Union Square Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Robert Gordon University - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Aberdeen Harbour - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • His Majesty's Theatre - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Aberdeen Royal Infirmary - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Station - 10 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - Asda Aberdeen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mike’s “Famous” Fish & Chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Bread Guys Bakery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Union Square Shopping Centre
At The Aberdeen Altens Hotel, you can look forward to golfing on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Coast and Keg, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities such as windsurfing. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • A lift, smoke-free property and 12 meeting rooms
  • A porter/bellboy, a banquet hall and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 216 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 3 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11 AM on weekends; GBP 12 to 15.95 for adults and GBP 5 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Coast and Keg

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Golf
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 12 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 15.00
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed for Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 to 15.95 for adults and GBP 5 to 12 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 3.00 per night
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Aberdeen Altens Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?

As of 13 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel on 14 July 2025 start from AU$145.84, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Aberdeen Altens Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 3.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 15.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Aberdeen Altens Hotel located?

Located in Cove, this eco-certified hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Duthie Park Winter Gardens, Union Square Shopping Centre and Aberdeen Harbour. Balnagask Golf Course (Nigg Bay Golf Club) and The Trinity Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Aberdeen Altens Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 512 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 343 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best receptionist we have had on our many stays here. welcoming pleasant and helpful with info.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladysross@btinternet.com

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the swimming. Good breakfast. Close to city centre
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scholastica Ashelu

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
It’s a nice hotel. Room were near and tidy. I used their pool was cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon-Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place helpful staff good food reasonable prices
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
BEAUTIFUL & CLEAN HOTEL, We All Enjoyed our Stay, Even Our 4 year Old, Said Thanks for Bringing him there. You cant Buy that, My Heart Melted. & His Grandads. 💙
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kareen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We regularly stay here because of the spa, the breakfasts, the dining options in the evening & ease of parking. The staff are polite, friendly and efficient. The new pancake machine at breakfast is a good addition.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old, well worn and with hidden costs like paid parking even though the hotel is well out of the city with its own large parking lot. Cheap but not cheap enough to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay and the dining room was friendly and food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma Louise

Liked: Amenities
Excellent service, fab hotel & catering. Only area that could have been improved was the lack of good coffee with breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed a night as I had a training course in Altens. Clean, comfy, good parking and breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night stay - Business

Just an overnight stay for work. This hotel has facilities, a lot of space and the food in the restaurant was actually gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really good weekend stay extra day. Checking in & checking out receptionist was very friendly. Food was great only thing was thing saying where to sit, then the following day saying table was booked, but nobody turned up but the other girl said it was ok to sit there, so all good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Stewart

Disliked: Staff & service
Not a great stay. Paid for early check in only to be told our room wasnt ready! Then tried to chsrge me for breakfast when i had already included it. Were woken up numerous times by loud guest in a nesrby room. Woke up to vomit all over the corridor outside our room. Wont be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

They just get it right. Great place.

My favourite place to stay when I’m anywhere near the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay

Fantastic stay. The staff were friendly on arrival. The pool was good, as was the sauna and steam room. No issues with cleanliness and a good night sleep had by us all.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel quite dated now, especially rooms. Large car park which you get charged for if you don't book direct with the hotel, so worth noting. Also, can be quite noisey especially during school holidays when lots of families running up and down corridors.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Staff & service
It was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel with a few minor complaints

Cannot fault my stay here. Very nice check in friendly staff, nice bar area, excellent gym and pool/sauna. Just a very nice feel to the place. My only gripe would be having to pay for parking although only £3 if you booked direct through the hotel there was no charge. Seems unfair. And also very limited 0% alcohol selection in the bar. I will definitely be staying here again though.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Spa wonderful breakfast superb comfy bed clean room would highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had a elevator, that was nice. You have to reserve you time to use the pool/spa area. The restaurant was good. Overall the services were normal but impersonal just like many larger hotels (I normally choose smaller places but went with this one for the use of the hot tub/ pool that I didnt end up getting to use) Good tea and coffee selection. Comfortable bed, bathtub had a few paint splatters
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Think paying for parking is a little much considering your staying at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Great location ample parking large clean spacious rooms good food friendly staff all in all a good choice would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sheena

As expected

On check in we were told general manager had given us an upgraded room. Pretty sure it was what we’d paid for and nothing more. Room was pretty standard and nothing more than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good clean hotel lovely staff we will be back to stay. Also reasonable price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Justin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpet in rooms had staining. Bathrooms facilities very good, however heating was vented rather than radiated
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025