Popular places to visit
University of Aberdeen
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Aberdeen during your trip to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Aberdeen Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Aberdeen with a trip to Aberdeen Harbour. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Duthie Park Winter Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Duthie Park Winter Gardens, a lovely green space in Aberdeen. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Codonas Amusement Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Codonas Amusement Park during your visit to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Aberdeen Arts Centre
Enjoy a performance at Aberdeen Arts Centre, a popular theatre in Aberdeen. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
King's College
Explore the campus of King's College during your trip to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Altens
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Very good location. Nice staff.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Lovely quiet room with amazing comfy bed.. Geeat quality breakfast with very friendly staff.. Will definitely stay again ..
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
Rooms were nice, clean and comfortable. Food was good.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
The Aberdeen Altens Hotel
All is perfect! We loved all! My kids enjoyed the swimming pool, and I really loved the gluten free food! For me the Hunting chicken is the best Aberdeen’s hunting chicken (yes, eat the similar food in other differents places in Aberdeen! But, of the hotel restaurant is the best!).
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Village Hotel Aberdeen
Nice comfortable hotel stuff very welcoming
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen
Great location and very nice staff
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Altens
Cove
Some popular features of Cove include its restaurants and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Duthie Park Winter Gardens or Aberdeen Harbour are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Torry
While visiting Torry, you might make a stop by sights like Torry Battery and Balnagask Golf Course (Nigg Bay Golf Club).
Ferryhill
While Ferryhill isn't home to many top sights, Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Union Square Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Broomhill
While there might not be top attractions in Broomhill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Gordon Highlanders Museum.
Merchant Quarter
If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, The Trinity Centre and Aberdeen Maritime Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Central Aberdeen
Travellers to Central Aberdeen praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Aberdeen Music Hall and His Majesty's Theatre.
