The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

Aberdeen hotel with indoor pool and restaurant

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Dates

November 2025

18

December 2025

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine

On the Cove coast, The Aberdeen Altens Hotel offers an upscale retreat with golfing on site and a rejuvenating sauna. Indulge in British cuisine at Coast and Keg or unwind with coffee from the cafe; guests appreciate the helpful staff.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Electric vehicle charging point
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Health club
Sauna
Steam room
Self parking
Children's pool
Hot tub
24-hour room service
Coffee shop/cafe

Feel at home (6)

Children's pool
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite TV service
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Lift

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

Why we love this property

Feast on British fare

Experience British cuisine at the restaurant, or opt for full breakfast options. The hotel's cafe and bar round out an enticing array of dining choices.

Work and play paradise

Located in the business district and city centre, this hotel offers meeting rooms and a business centre. Relax in the sauna or enjoy the bar after work.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 18 - Nov 19

Tomorrow

Nov 19 - Nov 20

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 13 of 13 rooms

Premium King Room

Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

Wonderful

Highlights

LED TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Cable/satellite channels

In-room safe

13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

LED TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Cable/satellite channels

In-room safe

13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds

LED TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Bathrobes

Espresso maker

Electric kettle

24 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

LED TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Bathrobes

Espresso maker

Electric kettle

Cable/satellite channels

13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds

LED TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Cable/satellite channels

24 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Twin Room

Wonderful

Highlights

LED TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Cable/satellite channels

In-room safe

13 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

Sleeps 2

King Suite

Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2

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

Standard Family Room

Sleeps 2

Standard Two Double Room

Sleeps 2

Premium Two Double Room

Sleeps 2

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includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

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About the area

Souterhead Road, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB12 3LF

What's nearby

Duthie Park Winter Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Union Square Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Robert Gordon University - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
Aberdeen Harbour - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
His Majesty's Theatre - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 24 min drive
Aberdeen Station - 10 min drive
Portlethen Station - 11 min drive
Stonehaven Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
‪Sea Salt and Sole, Cove - ‬9 min walk
‪The White Cockade - ‬4 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

When you stay at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Union Square Shopping Centre. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Coast and Keg, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a health club and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and bar.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 216 rooms
- Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
- Contactless check-in and check-out are available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age – 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out
- Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Uncovered on-site self-parking (GBP 3.00 per night)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
24-hour room service

Travelling with children

Children's pool
Children's menu

What to do

Golfing
Windsurfing

Working away

Business centre
12 meeting rooms

Services

24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Health club
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Raised toilet seat
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch LED TV
Digital TV channels

Home comfort

Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Phone

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Coast and Keg – This restaurant specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.00 to 15.95 for adults and GBP 5 to 12 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed for Christmas Day:

Bar/lounge
Dining venue

Parking

Uncovered self-parking costs GBP 3.00 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Aberdeen Altens Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?

Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 3.00 per night. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as windsurfing. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. The Aberdeen Altens Hotel also has a sauna and a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?

Yes, Coast and Keg offers British cuisine.

What's the area around The Aberdeen Altens Hotel like?

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel puts you in Cove, in the heart of Aberdeen. Popular attractions include Union Square Shopping Centre, which is 5 minutes away by car.