🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Atholl Hotel

📍 54, King's Gate, Aberdeen, AB15 4YN

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Il tuo soggiorno — Atholl Hotel

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La proprietà — Atholl Hotel

The Atholl Hotel is a granite Victorian townhouse on King's Gate, just south of the city centre. Its lobby feels like a country-house drawing room in the middle of Aberdeen: solid wood, a real fireplace, polite but unobtrusive service. The USP is its location near the university and Duthie Park, making it a quiet base for visitors who want a proper Scottish hotel rather than a chain. It suits couples or solo travellers after a traditional, no-fuss stay with on-site parking.

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Cronache di Aberdeen

Aberdeen grew from a medieval fishing and trading settlement into a granite boomtown during the 18th and 19th centuries, earning the nickname 'the Granite City' from its silver-grey stone. Its architecture ranges from the narrow medieval streets of Old Aberdeen to the grand Victorian terraces of the West End. Oil was discovered in the North Sea in the 1970s, transforming Aberdeen into a modern energy hub while retaining its stone-built character. Today the city balances a working harbour, a lively arts scene (including the Aberdeen International Youth Festival) and a thriving food and drink culture built on local seafood and whisky.

Il momento migliore per visitare

Guida completa di Aberdeen →

I migliori mesi

May, June and September are ideal: mild temperatures (12-17°C), long daylight hours and fewer tourists than July-August. The city is green and the parks are in full bloom.

Peak / Festival Surge

July is peak season, driven by school holidays, the Aberdeen Highland Games and various festivals. Hotel prices increase by 30-50% and rooms at the Atholl fill weeks ahead.

Stagione di spalla

April and October offer 20-30% lower room rates, cooler but still walkable weather (8-12°C) and minimal queues at attractions. October brings autumn colour to Duthie Park.

Meteo e imballaggio

Aberdeen's climate is famously fickle – you can get four seasons in a day, and summer days rarely exceed 20°C. Pack layers: a warm mid-layer, a waterproof jacket and sturdy walking shoes, plus a light scarf for evening chill even in July.

Briefing della città — Aberdeen

  • A new cycle lane along Union Street, partly closed for resurfacing until late 2026 – expect bus delays and limited on-street parking near the city centre.
  • The P&J Live arena has opened a new exhibition on North Sea oil history, free to visitors with any ticket.
  • The Aberdeen Market building redevelopment is behind schedule; the temporary market on Union Street will remain until 2027.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before 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.

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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.

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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

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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.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

strutture alberghiere — Atholl Hotel

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Wi-Fi

free throughout, 100Mbps speed, no login constraints

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Lift / Elevator

serves all floors, no historic sections

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Media & Newspapers

complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) through hotel app

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Check-in / Check-out

14:00, early bag-drop not available, late check-out until 13:00 for £20

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Baggage Storage

available, £5 per bag per day

Accessibility

step-free access, wheelchair entrances at main and rear doors, some rooms adapted

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Parking

on-site parking £15 per night, nearest public car park £8 per day at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, no EV charging

Tasse, imposte e depositi

City / tourist tax: None

Deposit & card hold: £50 advance deposit + £100 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Dietary vicino

  • Church: St Ninian's Church (405 m · ~5 min walk)
  • Church: The Christian Community (748 m · ~9 min walk)
  • Church: Rubislaw Church Centre (787 m · ~10 min walk)
  • Church: Midstocket Church Centre (869 m · ~11 min walk)

Stile di vita e ricreazione locale

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Shopping

Cornhill Shopping Centre — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk

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Walking & Running

Wood Hill — 547 m · ~7 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

The Gordon Highlanders Museum — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Music Hall — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk

5 minuti di radio essenziali

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Anderson & Spence — 739 m · ~9 min walk

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Convenience Store

Spar — 763 m · ~10 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Aberdeen — 3.1 km · ~39 min walk

Moneta e moneta

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Local currency

British Pound Sterling, GBP

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Where to exchange

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.

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Cards & contactless

Card and contactless payments are universal; mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) widely accepted; some smaller independent shops may be cash-only.

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Tipping etiquette

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.

Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget

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Cheap coffee

Chain coffee shops (Costa, Greggs) offer coffee from £1.50–£2.50; independent cafés slightly cheaper around £1.80–£2.20.

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Best-value lunch

Meal deals and sandwiches at supermarket chains £3–£5; fish & chips or burger vans £4–£7; pub lunch deals £7–£10.

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Affordable dinner

Curry or Chinese takeaway main courses £6–£10; pub mains with deals £8–£12; fish & chips or kebab £5–£8.

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Street food & cheap eats

Union Street and city-centre areas have chip shops, kebab vendors, and burger vans; Shiprow and Beach areas have casual food outlets.

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Budget groceries

Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, and Lidl are common; Lidl and Aldi offer the cheapest prices; Morrison's also present.

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Affordable clothes

Union Street has high-street chains (Primark, H&M, Next); indoor shopping centres on Union Street and around Bon Accord have budget options.

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Cheapest way around

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+).

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Money-saving tips

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.

Buono da sapere — Aberdeen

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Plugs & power

Type G · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP

Emergency Contacts

Aberdeen
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Police
999
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Ambulance / Medical
999
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Fire Department
999

112 or 999

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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The Market Arms Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Woodend Bar Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Tiki Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Old Kings Highway Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
The Bankhead Inn Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
Cairngorm Coffee Shop Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Durty Murphy's Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Asda Café coffee_shop
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 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.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walkpharmacy · Anderson & Spence — 739 m · ~9 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Girare intorno

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Local Stagecoach City Bus Network £1.75 (single), £5.20 (DayRider)

City Centre (multiple routes) → Throughout Aberdeen (hotels, attractions, suburbs)

10 min · Every 10-15 mins (peak hours) · 05:30-23:30 (main routes)

💡 Jury's Inn is walkable from Golden Square bus terminus; extensive network covers all main attractions within city centre

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Airport Transfer Taxi/Minicab £25-35

Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) → Jury's Inn Aberdeen, Union Street

25 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Book in advance via hotel concierge for guaranteed rates; ride-hailing apps may have surge pricing during peak hours

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Stagecoach Airport Express (Route 27) £3.50

Aberdeen Airport → City Centre (Golden Square/Union Street)

45 min · Every 20-30 mins · 05:00-23:30

💡 Most economical option; buy a DayRider ticket (£5.20) for unlimited city bus travel on local Stagecoach routes

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Rail Link + Local Bus/Taxi Combo £8-15

Aberdeen Airport (rail connection via bus to Aberdeen Station) → Jury's Inn Aberdeen

50 min · Hourly connections · 06:00-22:00

💡 No direct airport rail line; requires 10-min bus to station first, then short walk from Aberdeen Station to hotel

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Informazioni su Aberdeen

Wikipedia ↗
Aberdeen, United Kingdom — city travel guide

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.

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Region Aberdeen

Domande frequenti

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+).

When is the best time to visit Aberdeen?

May, June and September are ideal: mild temperatures (12-17°C), long daylight hours and fewer tourists than July-August. The city is green and the parks are in full bloom.

Principali attrazioni a Aberdeen

Aberdeen Maritime Museum Free

💡 The viewing platform on the third floor gives a live view of the harbour working. Weekday mornings see the most ship activity.

Aberdeen Art Gallery Free

💡 Head to the rooftop terrace for a clear view of the city's granite skyline. It's often quieter in the late afternoon.

Footdee (Fittie) Free

💡 Go at high tide when the water laps the sea wall. No toilets here — use ones at the nearby beach car park.

Duthie Park Free

💡 The indoor gardens are open year-round and are a warm escape on rainy days. Free parking at the Riverside Drive entrance.

St Machar's Cathedral Free

💡 Walk the short path through Seaton Park from the cathedral for river views. Evening light through the east window is worth seeing.

ℹ️ Nota dati: l'intelligence proviene da dati pubblici, analisi di intelligenza artificiale e fonti Internet. I dettagli tra cui configurazioni delle camere, prezzi, orari di apertura e elenchi degli eventi possono essere inesatti o obsoleti. Verifica sempre direttamente con l'hotel, il ristorante o il fornitore di trasporti prima di viaggiare.
How we built this briefing
  • Room intel — AI synthesis of verified guest reviews (Google Place Details)
  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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