Marcliffe
9.1Superb · 274 Reviews
North Deeside Road Pitfodels Aberdeen | Aberdeen, AB15 9PL, UK
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About Aberdeen
Aberdeen faces the North Sea in Scotland, United Kingdom, with granite streets, maritime heritage and university life defining its historic coastal identity.
Granite buildings, a rugged shoreline and the academic atmosphere of Old Aberdeen give the city a distinctly Scottish feel.
Shiprow’s Aberdeen Maritime Museum traces the area’s seafaring past, while Duthie Park Winter Gardens adds glasshouse gardens and Slains Castle offers a dramatic coastal day trip from Cruden Bay. July and August bring the clearest seasonal focus, and two to four days suits a visit that includes Cullen Skink in the city center.
Where to stay
Hotels in Aberdeen
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Aloft by Marriott Aberdeen TECA
8.9V. good · 1,599 Reviews
Gough Burn Crescent | Aberdeen, AB21 9FY, UK
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Ferryhill House Hotel
8.8V. good · 593 Reviews
169 Bon Accord Street Aberdeen | Aberdeen, AB11 6UA, UK
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Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Aberdeen Airport
8.6V. good · 531 Reviews
Aberdeen Airport Argyll Road | Aberdeen, AB21 0AF, UK
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Places to stay in Aberdeen
Districts
Aberdeen Centre - Union Street16 stays
Aberdeen West End8 stays
Aberdeen City - Centre North4 stays
Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)9 stays
Aberdeen West - Ardone3 stays
Aberdeen South East3 stays
Popular amenities
Best for
Ranked by verified guest score, then stars. Based on 290 of 318 hotels with verified data.
Best for families
Family rooms listed · 34 hotels qualify
- Marcliffe9.1/10 · 274 reviews · 5-star
- The Jays Guest House9.1/10 · 263 reviews · 4-star
- Residence Inn by Marriott Aberdeen9.1/10 · 1,110 reviews
- The Chester Hotel8.9/10 · 737 reviews · 4-star
- Aloft by Marriott Aberdeen TECA8.9/10 · 1,599 reviews
Best for drivers
Free parking · 36 hotels qualify
- Aberdeen Lighthouse Cottages - coastal dolphins9.4/10 · 97 reviews · 4-star
- Cedars Guest House9.4/10 · 153 reviews · 3-star
- Caledonia Netherhills Apartment9.3/10 · 113 reviews · 4-star
- Arkaig Guest House9.3/10 · 312 reviews · 3-star
- Beeches Aberdeen9.3/10 · 153 reviews · 3-star
Best for a pool
Swimming pool listed · 4 hotels qualify
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA8.7/10 · 1,219 reviews · 4-star
- Village Hotel Aberdeen8.4/10 · 1,155 reviews · 4-star
- The Aberdeen Altens Hotel8.3/10 · 3,661 reviews · 4-star
- The Aberdeen Dyce Hotel8.2/10 · 946 reviews
Aberdeen at a glance
Check-in / check-out
3:00 PM / 10:00 AM
Free parking
116 of 203 hotels (57%)
Pool
4 of 290 hotels
Climate
Temperate
Languages
English and Scots
Local currency
GBP
(GBP)
Local time
(GMT+0)
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
City Centre
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional 10-15% for good service.
History, culture and food in Aberdeen
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
65 · Moderate
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Cullen Skink
Aberdeen Angus Beef
Haggis
Shortbread
Hotel facts in Aberdeen
Based on 290 of 318 hotels with verified data.
| Hotels that list | Hotels | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Free parkingof hotels with verified parking | 116 of 203 | 57% |
| Swimming pool | 4 of 290 | 1% |
| 24-hour front desk | 68 of 290 | 23% |
| Facilities for disabled guests | 42 of 290 | 14% |
| Family rooms | 42 of 290 | 14% |
| Breakfast availablefree or paid depends on the rate | 9 of 290 | 3% |
| Kitchen or kitchenette | 55 of 290 | 19% |
| Airport shuttle2 free | 10 of 290 | 3% |
Pools and room sizes by star rating
| Stars | Pool | Standard room |
|---|---|---|
| 3-star | – | 170 sq ftusually 140 sq ft–215 sq ft · 28 hotels |
| 4-star | 3 of 114 | 216 sq ftusually 163 sq ft–270 sq ft · 18 hotels |
When to visit Aberdeen
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July and August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan14
Cold, often wet
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Feb16
Chilly, some snow
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Mar23
Cool, improving
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Apr24
Mild, spring blooms
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May40
Pleasant, longer days
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Jun47
Warmest, bright
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Jul56
Pleasant weather (avg high 19°C)
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Aug56
Pleasant weather (avg high 19°C)
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Sep38
Crisp, autumn colours
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Oct23
Cool, increasing rain
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Nov23
Cold, dark
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Dec19
Chilly, festive
Things to do in Aberdeen
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Dolphin Watching Tour
Aberdeen Harbour 2 hours
Spot bottlenose dolphins at the mouth of the River Dee or on a boat trip.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Union Street Shopping
City Centre 3 hours
Explore the main thoroughfare for retail therapy and iconic granite architecture.
Any time of day
5 places
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Shiprow 2 hours
Explore Aberdeen's rich seafaring history and North Sea oil industry.
Duthie Park Winter Gardens
Ferryhill 1.5 hours
Wander through one of Europe's largest indoor gardens, a tropical oasis.
Slains Castle (ruins)
Cruden Bay (day trip) 2 hours
Visit the dramatic cliff-top ruins said to inspire Bram Stoker's Dracula.
Old Aberdeen & King's College
Old Aberdeen 2 hours
Stroll through the historic cobbled streets and admire the university architecture.
Provost Skene's House
City Centre 1 hour
Step back in time in Aberdeen's oldest surviving town house, now a museum.
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Tours and activities in Aberdeen
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Activity tour
Private Hunt Activity Cat and Mouse Game in Aberdeen
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Standard tour
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour
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Scottish Highlands & Inverness Tour
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Family Bike Rides - Bike Hire & Guide for Off-road Cycling
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Multi day tour
Amazing 3-Day Aberdeen Deeside Loch Ness Pitlochry Edinburgh Private Tour
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Private Coastal History, Dunnottar Castle and Distillery Tour
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Aberdeenshire Private Half Day Castle & Historic Building Tour
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Standard tour
Best Scottish Whisky Distilleries Private Tasting Trip plus optional Castle Tour
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Before you go to Aberdeen
Our own ratings and notes on eating out, signature experiences, who the city suits and planning ahead.
Near Aberdeen
Straight-line distance from the centre of Aberdeen.
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Frequently asked questions about Aberdeen
How many places to stay are there in Aberdeen?
There are 310+ hotels, apartments and other places to stay in Aberdeen. They include 60 hotels and 210+ apartments.
When is the peak season in Aberdeen?
The peak season in Aberdeen is Jul-Aug.
Which area is a good base in Aberdeen?
The travel guide suggests staying in City Centre when visiting Aberdeen.
Are there tours and activities in Aberdeen?
Yes, 58 tours and activities are listed in Aberdeen.
How many hotels in Aberdeen have free parking?
116 of the 203 hotels in Aberdeen with verified parking details list free parking (57%). 69 charge for parking.
What is the usual check-in time at hotels in Aberdeen?
3:00 PM at 179 of the 264 hotels with a verified check-in time. The next most common time is 4:00 PM (41 hotels).
What time is check-out at hotels in Aberdeen?
10:00 AM at 128 of 263 hotels with a verified check-out time; 11:00 AM at 100.
How many hotels in Aberdeen have a pool?
4 of 290 hotels with verified data list a swimming pool.