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The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel in Cove

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

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, Union Square Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Robert Gordon University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Aberdeen Harbour
    ‪6 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
(41 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 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

  • Union Square Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Robert Gordon University - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Aberdeen Harbour - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • His Majesty's Theatre - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • University of Aberdeen - 9 min drive - 4.2 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
  • ‪The White Cockade - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sea Salt and Sole, Cove - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

4-star hotel in Cove
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

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.

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

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel on Nov 2, 2025 start from $80.41, excluding 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.

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.