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.
Located in Aberdeen, The Aberdeen Altens Hotel is in the city centre. 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
Souterhead Road, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB12 3LF
What's nearby
Duthie Park Winter Gardens
3 min drive - 2.4 km
Robert Gordon University
6 min drive - 5.4 km
Union Square Shopping Centre
6 min drive - 3.9 km
Aberdeen Harbour
7 min drive - 4.1 km
His Majesty's Theatre
8 min drive - 4.9 km
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
Popeyes Chicken
5 min walk
Burger King
4 min walk
About this property
The Aberdeen Altens Hotel
Upscale hotel located in Cove
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 children's meals. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities such as 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
A vending machine, a lift and a front desk safe
Smoke-free property, a porter/bellboy and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 216 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with shower/bath 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 Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11 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 centre
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
Grab bar near toilet
Lift
Low-height counter and sink
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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4 floors
Banquet hall
Smoke-free property
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
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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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 for Christmas Day:
Bar/lounge
Dining venue
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.
Payment types at the property
Important information
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, 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-authorise 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 transport 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.
How much does it cost to stay at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?
As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel on 13 Mar 2026 start from Rp1.419.686, 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.
Is The Aberdeen Altens Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel?
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?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is The Aberdeen Altens Hotel located?
Located in Cove, this hotel is within 3 miles (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 miles (5 km).
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Reviews
The Aberdeen Altens Hotel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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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!).
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.
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.
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
Scholastica Ashelu
6 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
It’s a nice hotel. Room were near and tidy. I used their pool was cool.
Scholastica Ashelu
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carol
3 Nov 2024
Spa wonderful breakfast superb comfy bed clean room would highly recommend this hotel
Good hotel comfortable beds . Got a goods night sleep took 4 yr old granson swimming twice pool not huge but well maintained and managed they have a small kiddies pool as well as the main pool there is also a jacuzzi and sauna as well as gym. Restaurant food was fealky nice frkm breakfast to dinner we all enjoyed it .
Clean spacious room. Very tasty breakfast with a great selection of items. Evening dinner didn’t disappoint either, great menu and food was delicious and reasonably priced. Restaurant staff were very friendly and attentive.
Swimming pool and gym were great too.
Would definitely stay again.
Anne
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephen
6 Oct 2024
Great location ample parking large clean spacious rooms good food friendly staff all in all a good choice would definitely stay again
We regularly stay here because of the spa, the breakfasts, the dining options in the evening & ease of parking. The staff are polite, friendly and efficient. The new pancake machine at breakfast is a good addition.
Not sure I would go there for a week on holiday, but great for a short or business visit. Great restuarant and food, helpful staff. Lovely bathroom. Bedroom nice but average size. Would definitely stay again. Thanks
Timothy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
James
25 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel with friendly staff. Stayed in a premium room but for the money I can't see what you get extra? 3 coffee pods and a hot chocolate sachet is about all I can see, you forgot the milk and no sugar. Wth? Not worth the upgrade to be honest. Stick with s standard room and book the restaurant as it gets busy late on.