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The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

4.0 star property
Coastal relaxation meets active leisure at this eco-certified retreat where guests can golf by the sea, rejuvenate in the sauna, or simply unwind

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The Aberdeen Altens Hotel on the Cove coast offers a perfect balance of activity and relaxation. Enjoy on-site golfing, the sauna and steam room, or savor British dishes at Coast and Keg. The café serves good coffee, and the attentive staff enhances the experience.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Family Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Premium Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Aberdeen, The Aberdeen Altens Hotel is in the city center. Union Square Shopping Centre and The Trinity Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Den of Maidencraig Nature Reserve and Donmouth Local Nature Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at RGU: SPORT, or consider a night out at P&J Live. Visit our Aberdeen travel guide
Map
Souterhead Road, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB12 3LF

What's nearby

  • Duthie Park Winter Gardens
    Duthie Park Winter Gardens
    4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Robert Gordon University
    Robert Gordon University
    7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Aberdeen_UnionSquareShoppingCentre_6167198-3
    Union Square Shopping Centre
    8 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • View of Aberdeen skyline from inside the docks or harbor area
    Aberdeen Harbour
    8 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • His Majesty's Theatre
    His Majesty's Theatre
    11 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Sea Salt and Sole, Cove
    9 min walk
  • Brig O Dee
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    6 min walk

About this property

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

Upscale 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 kids' meals. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like 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
  • Luggage storage, 12 meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 216 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub 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 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

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

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 center

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

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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 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

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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 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

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 transportation 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.

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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.

Is The Aberdeen Altens Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Aberdeen Altens Hotel located?

Located in Cove, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Duthie Park Winter Gardens, Union Square Shopping Centre, and David Lloyd Leisure Centre. Aberdeen Harbour and Balnagask Golf Course (Nigg Bay Golf Club) are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 522 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

NORMAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast had a good selection. We had dinner in the restaurant and it was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel. Rooms perfect and massive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room staff in the restaurant where amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Staff were very good !!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel very clean, great pool and facilities, breakfast was lovely and staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mrs Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic from start to finish, food, service, cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ailsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall a great experience. Stay here frequently when travelling for work. Always good
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Big spacious room. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff courteous and friendly, room very basic
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Well appointed spacious room. Very helpful and friendly staff on Reception and in Bar / restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All is perfect! We loved all! My kids enjoyed the swimming pool, and I really loved the gluten free food! For me the Hunting chicken is the best Aberdeen’s hunting chicken (yes, eat the similar food in other differents places in Aberdeen! But, of the hotel restaurant is the best!).
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff at check in were courteous and helpfull. Room was clean but lacked some of the amenities you would expect from a 4 star hotel. No fridge or water. Slippers were advertised as part of the room but were not provided. Having to request room upkeep on the previous day was a strange idea. Also we were very surprised at having to pay extra for parking, which was not mentioned in the booking page.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Great place to stay

Really nice place to stay for business trip. Loads of parking, comfy rooms and good food all provided by friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff. Rooms are clean but could do with some updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room, super friendly staff and food in restaurant is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
room and leisure facilities great. Food was very good, but the restaurant services could have been better
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff we're super efficient friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Spa wonderful breakfast superb comfy bed clean room would highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in a good location for business in Aberdeenshire. Excellent gym to stay fit. The food and drink is good quality at a good price. Always stay here when I am in Aberdeen.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

nigel

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
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8/10 Good

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Facilities good, room ok although tub chairs and carpet could to with being replaced and shower lacks any pressure. Room was very warm even with window open and I had fan on all night.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025