Atholl Hotel

9.0
Exceptional
(734 reviews)

54 King's Gate, Aberdeen AB15 4YN, United Kingdom

+44 1224 323505

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Hotel Description

Atholl Hotel, located at 54 King's Gate, Aberdeen AB15 4YN, United Kingdom, is a charming, unfussy hotel set in a Gothic building in the West End of Aberdeen. This picturesque neighborhood offers visitors a blend of historic architecture and modern conveniences, making it the perfect place for both relaxation and exploration. With Aberdeen Art Gallery just 2 miles away and Cruickshank Botanic Garden a short 3-mile drive from the hotel, guests will have easy access to some of the city's most famous cultural and natural attractions. The hotel's traditional design, complemented by the characteristic tartan bedding in its rooms, exudes warmth and comfort, making it an inviting space for those looking to unwind. Its welcoming atmosphere and excellent service have earned it a loyal following among guests, particularly for its friendly, attentive staff and delicious Scottish breakfasts, which are offered as part of a complete guest experience.
Atholl Hotel offers comfortable, understated rooms, each featuring free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and convenient tea and coffee-making facilities. The rooms are designed with guest comfort in mind, offering a mix of modern amenities and traditional style. Many rooms include a sitting area for added relaxation, perfect for those who wish to enjoy some quiet time or catch up on work. Guests will also appreciate the well-maintained en-suite bathrooms, which are stocked with essential toiletries and are designed to provide a refreshing start to the day. For those who wish for a more expansive view, certain rooms provide access to beautiful city views, enhancing the charm of the stay.
The hotel’s on-site amenities further elevate the guest experience, with a full-service restaurant offering a range of Scottish dishes for lunch and dinner. The restaurant’s relaxed ambiance is complemented by a friendly bar/lounge area with a warm fireplace, making it an ideal place for guests to unwind after a busy day. For those who need additional services, room service is available, ensuring guests can enjoy meals or snacks from the comfort of their rooms. Additionally, the hotel provides free parking for guests, ensuring a hassle-free stay for those traveling by car. As a smoke-free property, Atholl Hotel ensures a clean, fresh environment for its visitors. Furthermore, guests can also enjoy the hotel’s convenient location, being a short drive away from Aberdeen International Airport, allowing for easy access to air travel.
Convenience is a major feature at Atholl Hotel, with various public transport options nearby, including taxi services that can take you to key locations in minutes. The hotel is located within walking distance of several bus stops, ensuring easy access to all of Aberdeen's major landmarks, such as the Aberdeen Maritime Museum and Duthie Park. With public transport options and ample parking space, getting around Aberdeen is convenient, whether you're headed to the local shops, museums, or even the famous Aberdeen Beach.
Atholl Hotel also puts a strong emphasis on the safety and well-being of its guests. In addition to providing a smoke-free environment, the hotel follows strict health and safety protocols to ensure a comfortable and secure stay. The hotel is fully accessible to guests with mobility challenges, with features designed to make their stay as easy and enjoyable as possible. The friendly staff is always available to assist with any special requests, ensuring that each guest has a memorable stay.
In terms of things to do, the hotel’s central location offers numerous activities within easy reach. Guests can explore the nearby Gordon Highlanders Museum, which is just a short drive away, or take a scenic stroll through the city’s vibrant parks and gardens. For those seeking shopping or dining, the city center is only a short distance away, where you can find everything from luxury stores to quaint cafes. Local attractions such as St. Machar’s Cathedral and the Gordon Highlanders Museum are just minutes from the hotel, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in Aberdeen's rich heritage.
Nearby attractions such as the Aberdeen Art Gallery, the St. Machar’s Cathedral, and the Aberdeen Maritime Museum all offer unique insights into the history and culture of the city. The city is also home to a variety of events and festivals throughout the year, offering something for every interest.
For dining, guests will find several excellent restaurants nearby. Malmaison Bar & Grill Aberdeen, just 4 minutes by taxi, offers upscale dining in a relaxed atmosphere. No.10 Bar and Restaurant, a 3-minute drive from the hotel, is another fantastic option for those looking to indulge in a delicious meal. For a more casual experience, Tucán Rosemount, located just 3 minutes away, offers an eclectic menu and great atmosphere. Other nearby dining options include Milton on the Corner and The Atrium Restaurant & Bar, both within a short drive from the hotel. Whether you’re in the mood for gourmet dining or a relaxed meal with friends, the hotel is conveniently located near a variety of high-quality dining establishments.
Atholl Hotel offers guests the opportunity to experience the best of Aberdeen, from its rich history and vibrant culture to its top-notch amenities and exceptional service. Whether you're visiting for business or leisure, the Atholl Hotel provides the perfect base for a memorable stay in Aberdeen.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Located in a stunning Gothic building in Aberdeen’s West End.

2. Traditional tartan bedding and free Wi-Fi in every room.

3. Full Scottish breakfast served daily, praised by guests.

4. Short distance to key Aberdeen attractions, including museums and parks.

5. Convenient access to Aberdeen International Airport (17 minutes by car).

6. One of the few hotels in the area offering room service.

7. On-site restaurant offering a range of Scottish dishes for lunch and dinner.

8. Comfortable, accessible rooms with traditional decor and modern amenities.

9. Free parking and Wi-Fi for all guests.

10. Warmly decorated bar/lounge with a fireplace for a cozy atmosphere.


6.8 Good

Location rating

Top sights

Aberdeen Art Gallery
6 min
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
11 min
Duthie Park
9 min
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
4 min
St. Machar's Cathedral
9 min

Nearest locations

Milton on the Corner
2 min
The Dutch Mill Hotel
2 min
No.10 Bar and Restaurant
3 min
Tucán Rosemount
3 min
Malmaison Bar & Grill Aberdeen
4 min
Da Vinci Italian Restaurant
4 min
The Atrium Restaurant & Bar
5 min
Rustico
5 min
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Good to know

Check-in14:00
Check-out11:00
Location rating6.8
Nearest airportAberdeen International Airport
Travel time to airport17 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Fri, Dec 06
Check-out: Sat, Dec 07
    LateRooms.com

    $135

    Booking.com

    $149

    Agoda

    $149

    Reserving

    $149

    Hotels.com

    $151

    Vio.com

    $149


Location

54 King's Gate, Aberdeen AB15 4YN, United Kingdom

Airports:

Dundee Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 22 min

Transit: 2 hr 8 min

Aberdeen International Airport

Taxi: 17 min

Transit: 39 min

Transit:

Midstocket Road

Walking: 5 min

Forest Avenue

Walking: 9 min

Aberdeen Ferry Terminal

Taxi: 13 min

Walking: 47 min

Aberdeen

Taxi: 8 min

Walking: 35 min

Richmondhill Road

Walking: 1 min


Nearby locations

6.8

Good Location

Set in a Gothic building in Aberdeen's West End, this unfussy hotel is 2 miles from Aberdeen Art Gallery and 3 miles from Cruickshank Botanic Garden.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Parking & transportation

Parking

Pets

No pets

Services

Full-service laundry

Accessibility

Accessible

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Food & drink

Restaurant

Bar

Room service

Breakfast

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

No air conditioning


Reviews

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8.8

10 reviews

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WanderingScotty

3/5
Odd stranded hotel in a bleak granite middle class suburb, clearly a converted domestic home into hotel with the usual clumsy 60s or 70s extension making the route to rooms like a game show in a maze. …

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Scott Parish

3/5
We stayed at 8 different hotels and guest houses during our last 2-week visit to Scotland. Unfortunately, this was our least favorite. We liked that there is plenty of onsite parking, restaurant, and bar. Check-in was quick; but the layout has you walking through the bar and restaurant to get to the check-in desk. Rather awkward for those walking through; and mildly distracting for those enjoying a drink or meal. The room itself was spacious and I liked the trouser press. However, signage in the room requests you keep the bathroom door closed when showering to prevent the fire alarm from going off. This turns the bathroom literally into a steam room. Everything; and I mean everything gets wet/damp, and stays that way. The hallways are very narrow and have a moldy smell. The bar downstairs is well stocked; but the bartenders are unable to mix a drink. I don't mean they lack the skills - but refuse. I love a good Scotch; but my wife occasionally prefers a mixed cocktail. Not possible here.

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Debbie C

5/5
We stayed here for the weekend booked through booking.com got upgraded to a turret room on arrival which was nice. …

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LOTUS HOEY

3/5
Nice hotel restaurant with an offering of Scottish comfort foods. We both ordered the Sunday Roast and it immediately came out. It’s a big draw here, dining room was full of customers so get reservations.The roast was well done even tho we asked for med. rare. Potatoes, gravy and Yorkshire pudding were okay. We are still looking for the perfect Sunday roast!

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Alison Mackay

5/5
This is absolutely my favourite hotel in Scotland. I have stayed many times whilst in Scotland attending The Highland show and The Scone country show. Usually there are a few day in between. This hotel is my first choice. Nearby there are lovely easy walks and so many interesting places. Most of the time I just relax here and do very little. Dog friendly and brilliant.

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Kevin Lovie

5/5
We met up with family who had travelled up from Edinburgh and Kinross and we chose the Atholl for lunch as it's always been the best of Aberdeen. I can confirm 100% that it still remains in that category after change of ownership. Great selection of traditional grub and every meal was first class as was service. Recommend highly to anyone.

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Louise I

5/5
We stayed here while visiting my dad in the ARI. The hotel is only 5 mins drive from the hospital which was really convenient. The hotel building itself is beautiful! The rooms were clean and comfortable with a lovely en-suite bathroom. …

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Gillian I

5/5
We checked in very late at around 23:00 after a long drive from the South West of England.||The hotel team were excellent, sorting the check in for 4 of us very quickly and asking if there was anything we needed. …

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Lorraine McAra

5/5
Hi my name is Ryan and my mummy works at the hotel. Today my grandpa took us all in for lunch because it was his birthday and my mum has a day off. I loved my fish and chips. It was the best fish and chips ever and Wendy is the best because she made me sticky toffy pudding and I ate it all! I love Ana she is my favourite and she let me go to the kitchen to say thank you to the chefs for making my yummy food. My mummy and everyone do such a good job and I loved the atholl hotel. Thank you everyone, love Ryan Jeffery aged 8.

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barry allan

5/5
Hello friends family followers of my reviews Barry here again reviewing a fabulous place welcome to the athol hotel Aberdeen read on situated in the west end of Aberdeen sitscthe athol a beautiful building full of character and charm loads of parking it's stunning once inside as my friend and I did the other night straight away you feel a lovely homely vibe it was as ever bustling with people enjoying a meal and that's what we were here for so glad we did! Firstly the staff are absolutely wonderful Gordon the co owner and manager is a true gentleman what a nice person and his assistant manager lee cales was just as lovely we were shown to our beautifully adorned table and presented with menus now my mum and I have gone here for 30 years and it's always been consistently excellent as it was this time the menu is varied with a great selection vegetarians vegans all dietary needs are skillfully catered for starters we both opted for the prawn cocktail with fresh brown bread wonderful in a word juicy fresh prawns with the sweetest Marie rose sauce a fresh delicate side salad and the tastiest brown bread and a wedge of lemon fabulous a great start to our meal! For mains my friend opted for the slow cooked braised beef and I opted for the rib eye steak with wholetail scampi accompanied with salad veg and chunky chips Anna out waitress was so lovely the whole restaurant just had a lovely feeling it was so nice! The mains arrived wow the braised beef was unbelievable so soft and tender melt in the mouth expertly cooked delicious my steak was prime beef cooked to perfection bursting with flavour and the wholetail scampi just added to the sensation and the home cooked chips a delight cooking to the very highest standard what can I say! For dessert we both had ice cream lovely creamy soft iced cream with lovely wafers atop a perfect end to a sublime meal it was excellant ! As readers of my reviews know I don't do bad reviews if I eat somewhere and it's not great I just don't do the review but I'm so happy to tell you everything about the athol is five star the staff the decor the ambience and the food this is one of aberdeens restaurants and hotels a glorious place to relax and unwind if your in Aberdeen you must stop by you will not be disappointed I assure you best wishes Barry Allan x