Your stay — Atholl Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Atholl Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above floor 5) for a quieter stay, as the hotel is situated on a busy road (King's Gate) with moderate traffic noise. Avoid rooms near the lift as the noise from the lift car and surrounding corridors can be noticeable.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on floor 1, as it's closest to the service entrance and may experience some noise from staff and deliveries. Also, rooms near the lift on lower floors (1-3) may be noisier due to foot traffic.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on King's Gate does not offer any notable views, as it's a relatively narrow street with limited natural scenery
Quietest floors
Floors 6-10 are likely to be the quietest, as they are further away from the lift and the street
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's location on a busy road means that some traffic noise can be heard in rooms, especially those on lower floors or closer to the street
Insider tips
If you're driving, consider requesting a room on a higher floor to avoid the noise from the lift and service entrance, and take advantage of the hotel's car park. If you're planning to use the hotel's amenities, such as the restaurant or bar, consider requesting a room on a higher floor to minimize noise disturbance.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Atholl Hotel
free throughout, 100Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, no historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) through hotel app
14:00, early bag-drop not available, late check-out until 13:00 for £20
available, £5 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entrances at main and rear doors, some rooms adapted
on-site parking £15 per night, nearest public car park £8 per day at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: £50 advance deposit + £100 incidental card hold at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →British Pound Sterling, GBP
Use high-street banks or Post Offices for better rates than airport; avoid tourist exchange bureaux which charge poor rates; ATMs are widely available for cash withdrawal.
Card and contactless payments are universal; mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) widely accepted; some smaller independent shops may be cash-only.
Restaurant tipping is optional but 10% for good service is customary; taxi drivers often expect rounding up or small change; hotel staff tipping is not expected but appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Chain coffee shops (Costa, Greggs) offer coffee from £1.50–£2.50; independent cafés slightly cheaper around £1.80–£2.20.
Meal deals and sandwiches at supermarket chains £3–£5; fish & chips or burger vans £4–£7; pub lunch deals £7–£10.
Curry or Chinese takeaway main courses £6–£10; pub mains with deals £8–£12; fish & chips or kebab £5–£8.
Union Street and city-centre areas have chip shops, kebab vendors, and burger vans; Shiprow and Beach areas have casual food outlets.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, and Lidl are common; Lidl and Aldi offer the cheapest prices; Morrison's also present.
Union Street has high-street chains (Primark, H&M, Next); indoor shopping centres on Union Street and around Bon Accord have budget options.
First Bus operates local services; day ticket around £4–£5; single journey £1.50–£2.50; from airport, bus services cost £3–£5 (cheaper than taxi at £20+).
Buy a reusable bus pass or weekly ticket for frequent travel; supermarket chains offer own-brand products at 30–50% less than branded goods; visit pubs during happy hour (typically 5–7pm) for reduced drink prices.
Good to know — Aberdeen
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Aberdeen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Atholl Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →City Centre (multiple routes) → Throughout Aberdeen (hotels, attractions, suburbs)
💡 Jury's Inn is walkable from Golden Square bus terminus; extensive network covers all main attractions within city centre
Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) → Jury's Inn Aberdeen, Union Street
💡 Book in advance via hotel concierge for guaranteed rates; ride-hailing apps may have surge pricing during peak hours
Aberdeen Airport → City Centre (Golden Square/Union Street)
💡 Most economical option; buy a DayRider ticket (£5.20) for unlimited city bus travel on local Stagecoach routes
Aberdeen Airport (rail connection via bus to Aberdeen Station) → Jury's Inn Aberdeen
💡 No direct airport rail line; requires 10-min bus to station first, then short walk from Aberdeen Station to hotel
About Aberdeen
Wikipedia ↗
Marquess of Aberdeen and Temair, in the County of Aberdeen, in the County of Meath and in the County of Argyll, is a title in the Peerage of the United Kingdom. It was created on 4 January 1916 for John Hamilton-Gordon, 7th Earl of Aberdeen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Atholl Hotel?
Request a room on a higher floor (above floor 5) for a quieter stay, as the hotel is situated on a busy road (King's Gate) with moderate traffic noise. Avoid rooms near the lift as the noise from the lift car and surrounding corridors can be noticeable.
Which rooms should I avoid at Atholl Hotel?
Rooms on floor 1, as it's closest to the service entrance and may experience some noise from staff and deliveries. Also, rooms near the lift on lower floors (1-3) may be noisier due to foot traffic.
Is Atholl Hotel noisy?
The hotel's location on a busy road means that some traffic noise can be heard in rooms, especially those on lower floors or closer to the street
Which rooms have the best views at Atholl Hotel?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on King's Gate does not offer any notable views, as it's a relatively narrow street with limited natural scenery
What are insider tips for staying at Atholl Hotel?
If you're driving, consider requesting a room on a higher floor to avoid the noise from the lift and service entrance, and take advantage of the hotel's car park. If you're planning to use the hotel's amenities, such as the restaurant or bar, consider requesting a room on a higher floor to minimize noise disturbance.
What time is check-in at Atholl Hotel?
Check-in at Atholl Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Atholl Hotel have Wi-Fi?
free throughout, 100Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Atholl Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Atholl Hotel?
Meal deals and sandwiches at supermarket chains £3–£5; fish & chips or burger vans £4–£7; pub lunch deals £7–£10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Atholl Hotel?
First Bus operates local services; day ticket around £4–£5; single journey £1.50–£2.50; from airport, bus services cost £3–£5 (cheaper than taxi at £20+).
Top Attractions in Aberdeen
💡 The viewing platform on the third floor gives a live view of the harbour working. Weekday mornings see the most ship activity.
💡 Head to the rooftop terrace for a clear view of the city's granite skyline. It's often quieter in the late afternoon.
💡 Go at high tide when the water laps the sea wall. No toilets here — use ones at the nearby beach car park.
💡 The indoor gardens are open year-round and are a warm escape on rainy days. Free parking at the Riverside Drive entrance.
💡 Walk the short path through Seaton Park from the cathedral for river views. Evening light through the east window is worth seeing.