Great Western Hotel Aberdeen

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Magnuson Hotels
7.3 (734 reviews)
239 Great Western Road , Aberdeen , GB
+44 1224 574484

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good value food
Cons:
Unclean rooms reported
Poor check-in experience
No breakfast option

Categories

Cleanliness
6.44
Mixed reviews; some noted cleanliness, while others reported unclean rooms.
Service
7.91
Staff were generally friendly, though there were issues with check-in procedures.
Location
8.45
Convenient location for accessing the city center and local attractions.
Room Quality
5.9
Reported issues with room condition and amenities, though some enjoyed the balcony.
Amenities
7.43
Free parking and access to a pool, but lacking breakfast options.
Value for Money
6.89
Some guests felt the hotel was overpriced for what they received.
Food and Beverage
7.94
Food quality praised, especially the fish and chips, with reasonable bar prices.
Overall Experience
7.41
Overall experience varied; some enjoyed their stays, while others had significant complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 20:53

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated in the vibrant West End of Aberdeen, The Great Western Hotel is just a short distance from AECC, offering easy access to popular attractions.

Modern Amenities
Our rooms feature flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, and en-suite bathrooms for your comfort and convenience.

Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in delicious meals and drinks at our on-site bar and restaurant, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring Aberdeen.

Experience the best of Aberdeen at The Great Western Hotel. Book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ABZ

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 734 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.44
Service: 7.91
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 5.9
Amenities: 7.43
Value for Money: 6.89
Food and Beverage: 7.94
Overall Experience: 7.41
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Michael • couple • gb
7
Good location, rather cramped rooms
Pros:

No breakfast provided

Cons:

A fire alarm in the middle of the night with no staff or instructions once we were outside. Guest had to alert the fire service. Luckily, no fire.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Sara • solo_traveller • gb
5
Disappointing with no breakfast and limited parking.
Pros:

Bed was very comfortable. Location was very convenient for accessing other parts of Aberdeen. Room is dated, but I didnt mind that given the price.

Cons:

They don't serve breakfast. There is no lift. Parking is incredibly limited - I was advised to park on double yellow lines outside. Which I had to do the second night.
The second day, there was nowhere to sit outside the room as the bar area was locked and no staff were around. Accomodation access door is at one of the bar smoking areas with a horrible smell. Noise from the TV in the room next to me was loud.
No one came to reception (after calling the doorbell and waiting) when I wanted to check out so I had to just leave the key.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Des • solo_traveller • ie
8
Brilliant
Pros:

Great Staff

Cons:

Dated but clean

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Good parking. Food was excellent.

Cons:

Can get busy and noisy

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Sheena • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

How friendly and approachable staff were. Thanks to jane amd her team. Busy bar but the noise didn't carry throughout the hotel which was great.
Would stay again done the job for a one night stop off for a family party in Aberdeen

Cons:

Only big criticism was the cigarette stubbs on the balcony

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Downie • solo_traveller • gb
3
Cons:

Very unclean dusty tired looking

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
2
Disappointing
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Very dirty rooms, look like they are never cleaned properly. Tired decor, wallpaper painted over and peeling off walls, dusty, foul smell in the bedrooms.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • extended_group • gb
8
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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G9371DTbarrym • Solo travel
10
Stay over.
Pros:

Alisha was amazing. My flight landed super early and they let me in the room to change for an event. She went out of her way and actually made up the room herself. You need more Alesha ‘s

2026-08-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Brian • solo_traveller • gb
5
Cons:

Overpriced

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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pauline • couple • gb
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • extended_group • gb
8
Third visit to GWH Aberdeen, I'll look forward to returning again : ))
Pros:

it has everything you need, Bar, great food, pool and friendly staff...

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Garner • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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pauline • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Easy friendly stay, rooms have all you need

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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VK • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Had our own wee Balcony area to enjoy!

Cons:

The Shower heads need looked at. Seemed to spray more water out of the shower and hitting the floor rsther than in the shower itself. We tried moving the shower head but still same problem with the water spurting out in all directions.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • at
5
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Drummy86 • Couples • Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
10
All about the customer 10/10
Pros:

Fantastic food and even more fantastic staff. Chris could no more to experience a day to remember.

2026-06-27 • via Tripadvisor
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Laura • family_with_children • gb
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No cot bed. So many stairs even and doesn’t highlight this. One towel when booking 2 adults and one child for the room.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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DChisholm1967 • Business • Glasgow, Scotland
6
Mixed Bag
Pros:

The staff are very friendly however the rooms are very dated. The club was also a good laugh with a lot of colourful locals

2026-06-21 • via Tripadvisor