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The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Union Square Shopping Centre

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Indoor pool
Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Souterhead Road, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB12 3LF
  • Place, Duthie Park Winter Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Union Square Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Aberdeen Harbour
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Family Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Aberdeen

City center retreat .Your stay at this Cove hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Union Square Shopping Centre. Aberdeen Harbour and Balnagask Golf Course (Nigg Bay Golf Club) are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Duthie Park Winter Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Union Square Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Robert Gordon University - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Aberdeen Harbour - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • His Majesty's Theatre - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sea Salt and Sole, Cove - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Chicken - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

4-star hotel near Union Square Shopping Centre
The Aberdeen Altens Hotel offers its guests a children's pool, an indoor pool, a health club, and a hot tub. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and 12 meeting rooms. A sauna, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly The Aberdeen Altens Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Aberdeen hotel is smoke free.

  • 216 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Aberdeen Altens Hotel offers 216 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 32-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 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

Things to do

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

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • 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

How close is The Aberdeen Altens Hotel to the airport?

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel is 15.2 mi (24-min drive) away from the Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Aberdeen Altens Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel.

How close is The Aberdeen Altens Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 4.2 mi (14-min drive) from Aberdeen City Beach and 4.3 mi (16-min drive) from Beach Ballroom Bathing Area. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Aberdeen Altens Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 12.00 and 15.95 for adults, GBP 5 and 12 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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 costs GBP 15.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 3.00 per night.

Does The Aberdeen Altens Hotel have a pool?

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel features an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Does The Aberdeen Altens Hotel have a restaurant?

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel is home to Coast and Keg, which features British cuisine. The dining venue(s) are closed on Christmas Day.

Does The Aberdeen Altens Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Aberdeen Altens Hotel to downtown Aberdeen?

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel is 2.8 mi away from Aberdeen.

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 511 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor pool facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff we're super efficient friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

simon

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicholas, Peterhead

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great over night stop off clean nice selection of food and drinks all good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Helene

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Eileen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Restaurant staff lovely, but chilliest welcome ever received from reception staff. Complete lack of warmth. Rooms comfy enough but furniture worn and chairs almost worn out. Ridiculous to have to pay to park in an out of town hotel with a huge car park. Expensive for what it is.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent again

Excellent stay once again. This hotel is what I’d call a proper hotel. Excellent in all areas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Excellent base for Aberdeenshire

Comfy room, great WiFi, lovely gym and pool. Food and drinks is excellent and staff that look after us are so nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

katharine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Tired and “should have booked directly “ they sai.

The bed was small but comfortable and the space was clean. Our stay started with a poor checkin that seemed to be due to booking through hotels. Com. They would only process the booking one room at a time, which resulted in confusing the rooms and breakfast vouchers. Hotel.com customers alarmed pay for parking. The room had limited amenities, a cracked sink, cracked floor tiles and basic air con. We were told to ring a number to book a slot in the pool. I rang through for half an hour starting at 7 am , no answer, finally reception rang back saying we could go down. The restaurant staff were friendly and attentive. Wouldn’t book there again, even if booking directly would give us better service. The internet was ok and the bus was nearby. Reception inly had one person on so it was difficult to get help in a timely manner from them.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

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 having a pool. Overall, a solid stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Ideal base for visiting Aberdeen

Check in was effortless with a nice chat with the receptionist. I had upgraded my room for this visit and it was really comfortable with a large bed and a coffee machine, but other than this the standard room I usually have is very good. As ever I used the gym and the pool which are both really good for a hotel. Only problem was, as it's the school holidays the kids were enjoying themselves in the usually tranquil pool,lol. There is an adult only period in the pool from 7pm. Food and service in the restaurant was as good as ever. The hotel also has good size carpark which is charged for but not a big cost. This really is an ideal base for visiting Aberdeen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

nigel

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

Very good

Had a very quiet comfortable stay ,no problems whatsoever food very good, convenient for my business meetings
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Katarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay. Everything was clean, check in was efficient and the staff was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025