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Marcliffe

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with free breakfast and spa services

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Body treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, hot stone massages
Deluxe Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV
Front of property
The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa, near Duthie Park Winter Gardens, offers a peaceful escape. Relax on the terrace, enjoy fine dining at the Conservatory Restaurant, and rejuvenate with aromatherapy. Balance relaxation with activities like archery and mini golf.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 270 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 319 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 319 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 400 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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North Deeside Road, Pitfodels, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB15 9YA

What's nearby

  • Robert Gordon University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Duthie Park Winter Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • His Majesty's Theatre - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • University of Aberdeen - 9 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Pittodrie Stadium - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Station - 13 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Great Western Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Park Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cults Hotel - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Sportsmans Club - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Marcliffe

Luxury hotel near Duthie Park Winter Gardens
Located close to His Majesty's Theatre and Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Marcliffe provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and mini golf. Adventurous travelers may like the archery at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as aromatherapy, a body scrub, or a body wrap. The on-site local cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Conservatory Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a hair salon.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Wedding services, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, ATM/banking services, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available on weekdays 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Conservatory Restaurant

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Mini golf
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.00 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Marcliffe Hotel Aberdeen
Marcliffe Hotel
Marcliffe Aberdeen
Marcliffe
The Marcliffe At Pitfodels Hotel Aberdeen
Marcliffe At Pitfodels Aberdeen
Marcliffe At Pitfodels Hotel Aberdeen
The Marcliffe Hotel And Spa Aberdeen
Marcliffe Hotel
Marcliffe Aberdeen
Marcliffe Hotel Spa
Marcliffe Hotel Aberdeen

Frequently asked questions

Is Marcliffe pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Marcliffe?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marcliffe?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Marcliffe?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Marcliffe located?

Located in Braeside, this luxury hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Duthie Park Winter Gardens and within 6 mi (10 km) of His Majesty's Theatre and Aberdeen Maritime Museum. Aberdeen Arts Centre and Pittodrie Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Marcliffe Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 165 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people and property. I would highly recommend.!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Marcliffe was wonderful and felt truly luxurious. The staff went to every length to make sure we were comfortable. While there were small mix-ups with our breakfasts, the inconvenience was quickly overshadowed by the service of having the meal delivered to our room and the delicious cooked meals. It was so special staying here, and we would highly recommend it to our friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely short notice visit but fabulous 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Staff was very helpful and professional and warm.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very attentative
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a beautiful property and breakfast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant, very comfortable, breakfast delicious and nice garden around the property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, good food, lovely rooms but it is the staff that make this place exceptional. Can’t wait for our next stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent grounds, room, dining and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of upgrade construction work causing noise which we were not aware about at booking also noise outside room 114 early in the morning from employees working and deliveries to the back door of hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
there was nothing you could really say it was just perfect thankyou all for making my birthday special
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Nice and peaceful. Literally the only issue - they have cheap instant coffee in the hotel room. Maybe it’s a UK thing but Nescafé instant coffee is garbage and not what I’d expect to see offered at a 5 star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mili

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Room very comfortable and had everything we needed. Excellent breakfast served in the morning. We had dinner one of the evenings as well and it was delicious. Highly recommend the marcliffe. Gym small but adequate. Cleanliness can be improved but also challenging in a big hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Excellent

Service here is incredible. Well-staffed, experienced, attentive-- the highlight of the stay. Setting is Scottish suburban and visited in the off-season so didn't get a sense of the grounds. Food and beverage had a formality that were worth the trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy

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

Will be back! And not one time

Amazing. Quality with everything is outstanding. Food is top notch. Only small note is the dog friendly. Yes, you can bring a dog but only to the one room type (which was nice enough), and dogs are not allowed in the bar, only in the lobby. That was a bit of a disappointment but the whole overall stay was brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

5 star? Hardly

We were given one key - placed in a slot to keep electrics on: Fine, until one of us wanted to leave and return to the room. The room was lovely and the bathroom spacious. However, it was cold and the heater inoperative. I slept with socks on too. The towel rail was nice and hot. The ceiling light at the door didn't work and bedside lights shaded and so far from bed that reading not at all easy. In the morning the room was cold and the towel rail also. Neither was operable by me. There was a small amount of black mould behind the bath taps. Altogether not great. Shame really cos it could be fabulous .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

soren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast selection and quality of the ordered eggs was absolutely impressive. The service was also outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent break at the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely helpful in all aspects, very friendly. The grounds are wonderful and very peaceful. Would return for another stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shabnum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so accommodating and helpful. Amazing hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great establishment with wonderful staff. Hotel is great and well worth a visit
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were polite, efficient and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly. Room and bed very comfortable. Very quiet. Lovely grounds. Room very clean except for a stain on the carpet and odd orange splashes, perhaps condensation on the bathroom ceiling. Notvwhat onecexpects in a 5 ☆ hotel. Breakfasts were good with an excellent choice. However there were NO labels on food on the breakfast buffet- no GF items labelled. When I asked for GF meusli they said there was none. Overall a lovely stay but this is not a 5☆ hotel. Overpriced for what it is as the room furniture is scuffed although the bathroom was of high quality. Nice to have fresh fruit and bottles of water and milk left in the room each day.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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