Thistle Aberdeen Caledonian, Aberdeen
10-14 Union Terrace, Aberdeen, AB10 1WE
Guest Rating: 
3.7 / 5
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About Thistle Aberdeen Caledonian hotel
Set in the heart of Aberdeen, this hotel is the hidden gem of the Granite City, with an elegant Victorian setting as the backdrop to its renowned, warm Scottish hospitality.
Deluxe rooms and dining outlets boast fantastic views over Union Terrace Gardens, and the hotel is very close to the main shopping centres of the city.
Hotel Facilities
General
- 24-Hour Front Desk,
- Bar,
- Breakfast Buffet,
- Continental Breakfast,
- Elevator,
- Free Parking,
- Gay Friendly,
- Heating,
- Luggage Storage,
- Newspapers,
- Non-Smoking Rooms,
- Parking,
- Pets Allowed,
- Restaurant,
- Safety Deposit Box.
Services
- Breakfast in the Room,
- Bridal Suite,
- Currency Exchange,
- Dry Cleaning,
- Fax/Photocopying,
- Internet Services,
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
- Room Service,
- Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
- You must check out by 12:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 14:00 on the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms and charges are applicable.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All children under 16 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Payment - We accept
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- American Express,
- Master Card,
- Diners Card.
Important Information
Refurbishment Notice: Phase 2 of a multi-million-pound renovation begins in January 2009. This will affect the hotel foyer, public areas and reception. Due to ongoing maintenance works, there is still a restriction on hotel parking. Limited free parking is provided on a strictly first-come, first-served basis. Group Bookings: Any bookings of 10 or more rooms will be subject to a group contract from the hotel, which will enforce a 7-day cancellation policy.
Room information
Many of the executive rooms were renovated during 2008 at a cost of £4.2 million.
Standard Double Room more info
Children under 16 stay free if sharing with adults and are charged only for meals as taken. Maximum 1 extra bed per standard room. Larger families can be accommodated in executive rooms (subject to availability).
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Hairdryer,
- Radio,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Standard Twin Room more info
Children under 16 stay free if sharing with adults and are charged only for meals as taken. Maximum 1 extra bed per standard room. Larger families can be accommodated in executive rooms (subject to availability).
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Hairdryer,
- Radio,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Executive Double Room more info
Recently renovated as part of the £3 million upgrade, these stylish and contemporary rooms are comfortable and well equipped. All of the rooms have a plasma flat-screen TV and splendid views of Union Terrace Gardens.
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Bathroom,
- Hairdryer,
- Radio,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Weekend Offer - Standard Double Room more info
This special-offer rate includes a 3-course set menu dinner, as well as bed and breakfast, with accommodation in a standard double room.
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Hairdryer,
- Radio,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Advance Purchase Double Room more info
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Hairdryer,
- Radio,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Advance Purchase Twin Room more info
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Hairdryer,
- Radio,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Standard Single Room more info
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Hairdryer,
- Radio,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Restaurants and Bars
Thistle Aberdeen Caledonian offers sumptuous dining facilities. The AA-Rosette-graded Restaurant on the Terrace offers quality local produce. The restaurant is open from 19:00 to 21:00 Monday to Saturday inclusive. Cafe Bar Caley has snacks and hearty lunches. It is open from 10:30 to 23:00 daily. Breakfast is served from 06:30 to 09:30 midweek, and from 07:30 to 10:30 at weekends.
Directions
The hotel provides a small, complimentry car park at the rear of the premises. Spaces are allocated on a first-come first-served basis and cannot be guaranteed. By Car From the motorway: - Follow signs for the city centre and Union Street - Halfway down the main thorughfare, turn left into Union Terrace and the hotel is on the left after approximately 100 yards. - The car park is situated at the rear of the hotel on Diamond Street. From Aberdeen Airport: - Follow the A92 Dundee/Perth road, and at the roundabout, exit for the B9119/city centre. - Continue into the city centre, and Union Terrace is located halfway down Union Street, the main thoroughfare. From Aberdeen bus and rail stations (5 minute walk): Turn left after exiting the station and follow the road to the right. Proceed up Bridge Street to the traffic lights. Cross to the other side of the road and the hotel is situated 100 yards along Union Terrace, on the left.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation