Great Western Hotel Aberdeen – A Favorite for Families in Aberdeen
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
The Great Western Hotel Aberdeen offers 25 rooms, including rooftop rooms with balconies, twin rooms, and doubles. Rooms include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, and private bathrooms with showers. Two ground-floor rooms are available for accessibility. Smoking is permitted in designated outdoor areas.
Dining & Drinks
The Malacca Seafood and Fishbar serves locally sourced seafood, with daily chef's specials. The Sports Bar has three 48-inch LCD TVs showing Sky, BT Sport, and terrestrial channels. A beer garden seats 50 and features local artwork. The Terrace Lounge allows children until 9 PM.
Events & Entertainment
The hotel hosts quiz nights, live music on Fridays, and functions for up to 55 guests. Event options include birthdays, corporate meetings, and funeral teas. The Sports Bar screens major sporting events, and the beer garden is sheltered from wind.
Location & Transport
The hotel is on Great Western Road, a 10-minute walk from Aberdeen city center. It is 9 km from Aberdeen Airport and 15 km from Royal Deeside. Nearby landmarks include Duthie Park (1.5 km) and the University of Aberdeen (founded in 1494). Limited free parking is available.
Services & Policies
Check-in starts at 2 PM, and check-out is at 11 AM. Small dogs are allowed for £5 per night (max two per room). Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, CCTV security, and on-street parking nearby. No room service is provided.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Darts
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock