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Royal Athenaeum Suites

Aberdeen · United Kingdom

Union, 15View location

8.8/10Excellent285 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition9.2/109.2
Neighborhood9.4/109.4
Value9.4/109.4
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About Royal Athenaeum Suites

Royal Athenaeum Suites offers luxury, bespoke apartHotel with free WiFi access in a classic, historic building. The apartHotel is a 12-minute walk from Aberdeen Train Station and Aberdeen Ferry Terminal. Individually decorated, apartments at Royal Athenaeum Suites feature air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen and king size beds.

The marble bathroom comes with a bath or shower and a hairdryer and guests will also enjoy stunning city views from the apartment.

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With a stay at Royal Athenaeum Suites in Aberdeen (Central Aberdeen), you'll be steps from Tolbooth Museum and Aberdeen Maritime Museum. This aparthotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from St. Andrew's Episcopal Cathedral and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Greyfriars Church.

Make yourself at home in one of the 46 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Property uses a professional cleaning service Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • The property is professionally cleaned.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    • Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property is professionally cleaned
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Tolbooth Museum 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Aberdeen Maritime Museum 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
St. Andrew's Episcopal Cathedral 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Mercat Cross 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Greyfriars Church 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Provost Skene's House 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Aberdeen Arts Centre 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Bon-Accord Centre 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Aberdeen Art Gallery 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
The Trinity Centre 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Academy 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Aberdeen Harbour 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Robert Gordon's College 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Edward VII 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Belmont Picturehouse 0.6 km / 0.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 46
  • Apartments: 46
  • apartment
  • City centre
  • Harbour
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Upon availability

Room types

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  • APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • TWO BEDROOMSAPT.B2

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    Royal Athenaeum Suites

    APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
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    TWO BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B2

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  • APARTMENT WITH DOUBLE BEDAPARTMENT • WITH DOUBLE BEDAPT.DB

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    Royal Athenaeum Suites

    APARTMENT WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.DB

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  • APARTMENT STANDARDAPARTMENT • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 20 m²APT.ST
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    APARTMENT STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width, Sofa bed
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.ST

    Room amenities

    • Internet access
    • Living room: 1

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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  • STUDIO WITH DOUBLE BEDSTUDIO • WITH DOUBLE BEDSTU.DB

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    STUDIO WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.DB

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Royal Athenaeum Suites

8.8
Excellent
285 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
9.2 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Value
9.4 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
12 Jul 2026
Andrew
Perfect location close to city center
Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
Gerald J Armstrong
Very nice hotel, been there a second time. The desk isn’t manned 24/7 but I believe it’s also run by the Douglas hotel, I thought there was no one there when I checked in but after a few minutes someone was there to help me with check in.

Overall another pleasant experience.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Linda
Good location, lovely apartment great value
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
steven
Room was clean, quiet and well appointed. Elevator was appreciated and staff friendly and helpful. location does not show properly on Google map for navigation by car. Close to restaurants Staff was helpful at their sister property, Douglas Hotel, in getting us to the property.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
Steven
Only complaint is the clock on Union st. Rings every 15 minutes from 7am up to 2200. But thats no fault of the hotel
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2026
ALISON
Had a lovely stay, beautiful accommodation with everything needed in little kitchen. very central location. Really comfy bed, very quiet peaceful night, I highly recommend.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2026
Carla
Great stay! This is our second time staying at these apartments and will return. The lady on reception was fantastic and upgraded us to a super king size bedroom after me explaining I go for surgery Monday and it was a break before then so she tried to make us more comfortable. The staff were very pleasant and polite. The apartment itself was clean and well maintained with all mod cons and everything you need for a comfortable stay. With a central location this is a great base for any visit to Aberdeen, will stay again. Thank you
Partner
2/10
Poor
03 Nov 2025
anthony
The website photographs were nothing like the room we had. Rankef excellent, The room was tired, worn, and not nice. The windows were very drafty and the room was noisy all through the night til 5 in the morning. The shower door was of its hinges, the handle hanging off, and the shower tray had a full crack in ir the room needed total refurbishing.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
21 Sep 2025
Kate
Comfortable but dated, the serviced apartments have just enough for your stay. To enter you need to call the reception to open the nondescript and fairly poorly signed black door, which was difficult to find. Location is convenient for exploration, but being directly above BrewDog and across from the casino, I found the rowdy crowd below frequently very noisy around 3am.
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
05 Sep 2025
Keith
It had a kitchen in the room. Good location. Poor parking and directions to hotel. Once there is was nice.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
24 Aug 2025
Thomas
Good
6/10
Pleasant
22 Jul 2025
Aigars
well good
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Jul 2025
Julie
Property is a little outdated but good location
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Jun 2025
Douglas
Fantastic location on Union Street. Triple glazing means you dont hearva thing. Will book again
Business
2/10
Poor
09 Jun 2025
Verified traveler

Disappointing

Tired and shabby. Lots of things slightly broken (e.g shower and front door which was permanently open). Room shabby but acceptably clean.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Jun 2025
Aigars
good...
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2025
Allan
The hotel was in an ideal location, easy to walk to from the train station and in the right position for all amenities for shopping and entertainment. The apartment was clean and comfortable with all essential items needed. There’s plenty of places to eat and drink and there’s Tesco extra close by if you have forgotten anything. Enjoyed our stay very much and wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 May 2025
Aigars
I liked it. Excellent...
Business Family
4/10
Poor
01 May 2025
Grant

Hottest hotel in Aberdeen.

The hotel is very run down and many things are broken.

Toilet seat broken.

Aircon didn't work so asked to move and was given a fan. The room was unbearable hot.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
Ken
excellent hotel, the room i was given was a large 1 br and was excellent. thank you
Self
4/10
Poor
12 Oct 2024
Verified traveler

Noisy from busy road

Very noisy! Road noise! I wouldn’t stay again !
Self
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2024
DAVID
Great suite, but the check-in desk was unstaffed when I arrived, so I spent a very irritating 20 minutes out on the street, unable to get through the locked door leading into the hotel. The phone number to call for assistance was not working on my 1 phone. They need to fix this; check-in should not be so difficult. How about a simple door code?
Self
8/10
Excellent
05 Oct 2024
Stephen
The property was clean and comfortable. We were close to the center of the city (on the main street) and within walking distance of train and bus station. Lots of dining options nearby.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Aug 2024
Mary
We enjoyed our stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2024
Linda
This apartment was more than we needed for our 1 night stay but very appreciated. It was clean and had all the amenities. The vegan bakery down the street was amazing. Centrally located, we walked to the beach, to parks and restaurants.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2024
Verified traveler
Nice appartment, everything i could need
Business
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2024
Samuel
Excellent, helpful staff, clean, good location.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2024
Victoria

Uninviting outside belies the nice, quiet rooms.

Slightly weird entrance that did not inspire confidence but the inside was really nice, especially my room. Receptionist was very welcoming and helpful.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2024
Vijaybabu
The hotel is located in heart of the city. The property also very near and clean
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2024
Verified traveler
Lovely little area of Aberdeen, easy access to local shops and restaurants. Taxi service was very convenient. On our last night we had people banging on our door at 3 AM but other than that it was fabulous. We would stay again
Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Mar 2024
AYEBADOMO
Was ok. Good location. Would be nice if it had coffee and water on arrival day. I was so so tired but had to go looking for where to buy these.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2024
Aigars
ok
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Mar 2024
Keisha
This place is perfect and I make sure to stay here every time I visit my daughter in Aberdeen. I have been several times and will keep coming back again. See you again soon. Thank you.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Nov 2023
Catherine
We have stayed in this location on several occasions. The serviced suites are to be recommended & we usually try to stay in the same one. The location is excellent - central & close to some of the historic architecture in the city. On previous reviews I have mentioned the state of the windows - those overlooking Union Street are absolutely filthy outside. Clean them please!!!!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2023
Sophie
Enjoyed our stay, was nice to get away for a break. Did find someone’s perfume and clothes label in the room. The sponge we received for cleaning our dishes had already been used by someone. Considering the price for a night which I’d say is a little high you’d think every apartment would have new sponges for new residents.

Considering all of this I would return to the apartments as this isn’t my first time staying with yourselves and I do love the apartments. Staff are a bonus as they were all very polite and kind.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2023
Michael
Very accommodating when we had been refused our booking at the Siberia Hotel basically for being English. Turned out to be a good thing. Immaculate, well equipped room and friendly helpful staff
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2023
Donald
Stayed several times thoroughly enjoyed and fab location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2023
Lauren
Always have a pleasant stay
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
21 Aug 2023
Ishtar

Gorgeous room, horrible everything else

I love the suite but checking in was a NIGHTMARE. It’s extremely confusing because the door is locked but there are no instructions- just for “delivery drivers” to call a number.

I called the number on the website, a very rude person told me she’d let the receptionist know to open the door but I waited 15 minutes— outside. In the rain. With my luggage. I’d been traveling all day and just wanted to get to my room.

I was almost crying then banged on the door and someone opened it finally and she chastised me for not already knowing to call the number on the paper saying delivery drivers should call that number.

She then made me wait another half an hour for my room.

It was absolutely ridiculous
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2023
Theodore
Really quite a good property - once I was able to gain entry. Corner apartment was very large and nicely appointed. This is the best accommodation I’ve had - and infinitely better than the hotel in Edinburgh with an elevator that didn’t work and uncaring staff.
The only minor complaint was that the washer was unstable during the spin cycle - and the street side windows were very dirty.
Otherwise excellent!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
06 Aug 2023
David

Aberdeen weekend away

The location is excellent. The rooms are spacious and to a good standard although some maintenance is needed.
Partner
4/10
Poor
21 Jun 2023
Gary
Reception had a huge carry on when I came back to the room with three girls, avoid!!!
Friends
6/10
Pleasant
19 Jun 2023
Verified traveler

Good room, but loud

Centrally located but the church bell ringing every 15 min between 7 am and 11 pm and people on the street yelling and shouting after on and off until 3 am every day, was frustrating. Nice apartment but asked for a bath and quiet location, which didn't happen. Reception isn't always there and there's a number to call for assistance which assumes you have a phone. Maybe indicate the desk phone can be used? Also suggest providing laundry and dishwasher detergent since these appliances are there. Good there was dish soap.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2023
Robert
Some undesirable people hanging around
Great hotel and a great view from our room
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Apr 2023
Oladotun
Would recommend to anyone, great location.
Business_and_leisure Self
4/10
Poor
27 Mar 2023
Anne
Stayed one night, room was a good size but the kitchen had cupboards that were broken, things hanging off of the wall, there were broken bits and the floor was in need of fixing. It was noisy and there was no soundproofing. Anyone walking passed the room sounded like to door was open, bed was also in need of replacing. Generally in need of an upgrade. Although staff there when you check in. No one there after hours, just a number to call.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2022
Julie
Check in was a bit of a nightmare. I’d emailed twice via ebookers regards early check in and had no response so ended up calling them. Upon arrival we were left standing outside I. The rain as no one was answering the intercom door and also the telephone number that was listed on the front door. Ended up calling the phone I had phoned regards early check in. Finally got in after half an hour. Went to wait in brew dog and £21 for a wine, pint of ale and two packets of crisps! Apartment itself is beautiful. Very clean, warm and modern. Outside house in the bedrooms is minimal. Had a random knocking at our door at 3am…. Obviously she had the wrong floor. All in all I’d stay again but I think check in needs to be addressed.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Nov 2022
Brian

Would Return

Great location, v nice flat. Minor details to improve it. Comfier sofa, no kettle - no great issue as only there for 1 night. Would recommend.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2022
lee
The property was excellent, clean and in the perfect area. The reception staff were helpful and friendly.
I dont have a bad word to say about my stay at the royal athenaeum suites
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2022
John

Aberdeen must stay

Fantastic Apartment on Union street. Very close to shopping, restaurants and transport. Great hotel type apartments with great staff.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2022
Robert
Very comfortable and spacious
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
17 Sep 2022
Verified traveler
I never received any house cleaning. Staff were cold and unwelcoming.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2022
Kihyun
Room was very large with bedroom, livingroom and kitchen. Had a built-in laundry machine. Nice location in downtown so easy to walk to many shops and restaurants.
Business Self
4/10
Poor
21 Aug 2022
Gordon

Noisy location

Very noisy location with a town hall bell opposite that rings four times every hour till 11pm, that and a pub on the ground floor and night time revellers in the street till about 3am make it not ideal for a good nights sleep.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2022
KENNETH

Excellent value

Except for a couple of minor details, everything was in good condition and very clean. We could have done with some advice about parking, and a second guest chair in reception, as we had to wait a while for the receptionist to appear. We were a little surprised that admittance on arriving required the use of a mobile phone and anyone without it could be left on the street for a while. On the whole, though, it was a very enjoyable stay and excellent value, and we'd happily return.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2022
darren
Excellent value for money with a location to match
Business
8/10
Excellent
31 May 2022
Gary
If you are looking for a central, comfortable, affordable basic accommodation these bedsits are ideal.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2022
Apala
Great location. Clean property. Good heating and wifi. Very helpful staff. Reasonable prices.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2022
Calum
Amazing accomodation, perfectly placed, thouroughly enjoyable stay!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2022
Gary
Stayed overnight in a one bedroom apartment. Room was very well equipped and a lot larger than expected. Very pleased with the property and the value for money.
Business_and_leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
11 Oct 2021
Debra

1 night getaway

It fitted our needs for a 1 night trip
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2021
Martin

Ideal Apartment

Centrally located right on Union Street, ideal small apartment for couple.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2021
Stephen
I've stayed here a few times, always clean and tidy a very good location too
Business
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2021
JOHN

Very Good Location

Excellent central location but we found it quiet, although our room was to the back maybe the front rooms were noisier. Lovely spacious apartment, spotlessly clean and exceptionally well equipped with 2 TVs, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. Large shower. Check in could have been better we had to wait outside for a good 5 minutes for someone to let us in.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
Friendly receptionists.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Mar 2020
RoyalAthenaeum
Handy for getting to see things. Would be better if there was more information in the property.

Apartment could do with more hooks for coats
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2020
Elisa
The location is perfect! The apartment was very welcome, clean and beautiful
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2019
Verified traveler

Nice Apartment in City Centre

Apafrtment was really nice. Staff were very nice friendly and helpful. We were in room 702 and found it a bit cold. Staff turned up heating from reception but ended up getting a heater. Would reccomend and will definately stay again.
Some hooks for towels in the bathroom would be an added bonus. We did not find it noisy at all.
Partner
4/10
Poor
25 Nov 2019
Lorraine

“The Suite Of Sleep Deprivation”

The room smelt mouldy.The clock outside in the square chimed all day and night.The noise from the Casino was horrid.Noisy guests coming in the suites at 5-30am.Result.No sleep to be had.Would not stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2019
Douglas

Love this place! Home from home!

Fantastic place to stay, amazing friendly staff that are so helpful! 3rd time here and would go back again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
The staff was extremely helpful. I loved that there was a washing machine.
Business_and_leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2019
Rae
First class accommodation.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2019
Nigel
Great location in the centre of Aberdeen. Comfortable rooms will definitely stay here again.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2019
Stuart
Great little suites at good prices. This isn't a hotel, so no restaurant etc, but i knew that when i booked. It is located in the centre of Aberdeen so plenty of nearby options for dinner and breakfast. Staff are utterly charming.
Business
8/10
Excellent
27 Sep 2019
Lis
Was clean very modern and in good condition. Staff were excellent
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2019
Saleh

Thanks

Nice place
Business
6/10
Pleasant
21 Sep 2019
Gerry S.

I REALLY Wanted to like this place

I really wanted to be able to give this place a great review, but just couldn't. The good: great location (half block to most bus stops, 10 minutes walk from train station, near the harbor), connected to Brewdog Brewery, an Aberdeen local. Nice rooms that were clean. Little kitchenette, decent bathroom. Bed was extremely comfortable.
The bad: seems like they put lipstick on a pig. Old building, and the floors didn't get resettled before they put cheap laminate down, so they creak and make noise with every step. Room door slam shut and the walls inside as well as out, are paper thin, so I could hear a baby down the hall everytime it cried. Others have complained about the noise from outside and it is true. I was on the back side of the building, so was spared the bus noise. But anyone partying outside felt like they were in my living space. Not a restful stay.
8/10
Excellent
10 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Comfortable room with amenities of high standard. Bed very comfortable. Bathroom facilities very good ..underfloor heating very effective.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
04 Sep 2019
Sulaiman
Our room was in the second floor looking over a casino and a bar that kept noisy all night long. Street clock was also little noisy on the hours.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Great location, twenty four hour reception person, large bright apartment.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
17 Aug 2019
Verified traveler

Disappointed

We actually extended our stay by 2 days before our hotels com. stay by phoning the apartments direct. When we went into our room we were very disappointed that we had no view as we were on the top floor and there was a brick wall in front of both sitting room and bedroom windows, it felt like a prison so went to reception and the very nice helpful receptionist put us into another room with a better view., It was only when we went into the bedroom to try to sleep that we realised the bedroom window wasn’t soundproof it was a nightmare trying to sleep. After a broken night sleep we went to reception again and the same very nice receptionist moved us again to a smaller apartment with a less view but quite in the bedroom so we opted to move. We found the air condition and heating system very hard to work out and we seemed never to get it right but mostly we felt cold in the morning and late afternoon. Overall the apartments were nice and comfortable but I would have rather have been in a nice hotel for less price with breakfast thrown in which we could have easily have got .
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2019
Dawn

Weekend Stay

Great studio apartment one of the best we have stayed in.
Partner
4/10
Poor
10 Aug 2019
Irene

Disapointed

I had booked a 1 bedroom apartment with huge windows overlooking the main shopping street with good size table and chairs and a large space living area and Kitchen. What I got was a small poky bedroom with no windows which front door opened into.
The kitchen area was in the small hall between bath room and tiny sitting area where I could nearly touch both walls there was a high table and 1 tall swivel chair that I could not get up on and I did not think I was that small all in all very disappointed.
I checked my booking and I had booked a large 1 bedroom flat not a small studio
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2019
Gerard
Excellent accommodation.Good location
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Ideally placed on union street super clean and nice staff highly recommended
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2019
Verified traveler

Very good

Lovely stay, will definitely be back again
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Jul 2019
Patricia

Good facilities but could be better

Good apt. With great facilities. Overall clean but with her dirty mat in main room. On opening some of the cupboards I found them to be quite dirty. On one of the outside dolls there were weeds growing as will as cigarette butts. We were told there was a car park belonging to the spots but we passed this several times. We were in contact with the Reception by phone four times and only when my husband walked to the Reception we were told that the car park which was reserved for guests had another name on it which belonged to the same Apt group.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
A full suite for less than the price of a small room in most cities. Very nicely appointed with a fantastic bathroom (soaker tub, rain shower), very cozy living room and comfortable bed.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
17 Jun 2019
J-F

OK accommodations, terrible service

I was very disappointed with this hootel - the room was not spectacular but more than adequate for the price. However - the staff goes out of their way to be unhelpful and borderline rude. Dealing with them was not a pleasant experience.
The worst drawback is the total lack of useful internet access. The WIFI was useless and hyper slow, unacceptable for any type of establishment in 2019. I could not do any of the work I was supposed to do, and even checking in for my flight was impossible. When I asked about why it was so slow, the response was that “the manager said next month it will be faster”, which clearly was no help to me during my visit. We asked for a taxi to be ordered for a specific time on one day, and when we came down we were told that no taxis were available because it was raining - take the bus.

I was expecting more of this place based on the reviews.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2019
Scott

EXCELLENT LOCATION

Fabulous location. Well equipped apartments.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
When I checked in and went to my room I discovered that I had been put in a studio instead of the one bedroom apartment that I paid for. I enquired at reception and was told that the manager had changed it as they only had one other one bedroom available. I was them asked if that was ok which I of course replied no to. I wanted the room I'd paid for. I was then allocated a one bedroom on the top floor.
The room itself was nice although showing signs of wear and tear. The biggest issue was noise from the street and local bell tower. The near constant ringing of the bell was so noisy that I had to wear earplugs to get any sleep.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
Great space and opportunity to relax in the centre of town in a small apartment furnished to a good standard. Excellent value.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Excellent city centre location on Union street. The check in was simple, quick and efficient with friendly helpful staff. The apartment was clean, bright and furnished in a modern style. All in all excellent accommodation and an excellent find for business travel purposes.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Great. Staff really helpful and friendly. Rooms were perfect
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2019
Keith

My go-to place to stay in Aberdeen

I've been staying at this place for a few years now whenever I'm in Aberdeen. Suitable for business or leisure trips, you can get a studio apartment, a 1 bedroom apartment, or even a 2 bedroom apartment at a really good price. They are always clean and make a great base if you're there a few days. They all have a kitchen area so you can even bring food in or cook your own, and have a nice separate living area. It is just an apartment block so there's no bar or restaurant on site but you're just a couple of minute's walk from the city centre and a ton of places to eat or drink and to get breakfast. Union Square shopping centre and food court is less than 5 minutes walk away, I always leave my car on the car park there overnight, costs about £8. Highly recommended.
8/10
Excellent
23 Mar 2019
James
Fantastic place to stay, right in the centre. As a result it can be a bit noisy at night, which would be fine if you don’t have an early rise for work.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
The property is central and for the price of a reasonable hotel you have the comfort of havig a separate living room.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Excellent apartment close to shops and amenities. Lovely roomy apartment.
Friends_and_family Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
They were excellent at customer service and their response time.
Friends_and_family Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2018
Peter

Fantastic value, great location, affordable luxury

An amazing surprise when I entered my suite of rooms. The quality of furnishings was second to none, clean tidy and perfectly serviceable. I had to pinch my self when I thought about how cost effective these apartments are. Close to bars, restaurants and clubs and on the beginnings of the major thoroughfare that is Union Street and almost directly opposite a Weatherspoons, these apartments are ideally located in the heart of Aberdeen. Try these apartments, rather than slashing out on a hotel, you’ll not be disappointed!

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Royal Athenaeum Suites
Union, 15, Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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