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Craighaar Hotel

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Relax outdoors with a view of the surrounding trees and building, enjoying meals or socializing at one of the tables and chairs under the covered patio.
Relax in comfort with a seating area, framed artwork, and a lamp for a cozy ambiance.
Welcome to Craighaar Hotel, featuring a striking black roof and elegant entrance with stone pillars.
Enjoy a selection of beverages at this classic bar with comfortable seating.
Relax in a stylish room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable armchair, and a neatly made bed.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

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Waterton Road Bankhead, Bucksburn, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB21 9HS
  • TECA
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • University of Aberdeen
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

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Executive Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Gallery Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Gallery Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Aberdeen

Located in Bucksburn within a short walk of TECA, Craighaar Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Auchmill Golf Course. This 53-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • TECA - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Aberdeen Royal Infirmary - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • University of Aberdeen - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • His Majesty's Theatre - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Union Square Shopping Centre - 11 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Dyce Station - 4 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lord Byron - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The New Greentrees - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Four Mile Inn - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Craighaar Hotel

Suburban hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Craighaar Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a library. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and wedding services.
32-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include iPod docks, coffee makers, and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Lithuanian, Polish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Craighaar
Craighaar Aberdeen
Craighaar Hotel
Craighaar Hotel Aberdeen
Craighaar Hotel Aberdeen, Scotland
Craighaar Hotel Hotel
Craighaar Hotel Aberdeen
Craighaar Hotel Hotel Aberdeen

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Craighaar Hotel?

Craighaar Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Craighaar Hotel?

As of Jul 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Craighaar Hotel on Aug 16, 2025 start from $82.51, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Craighaar Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Bucksburn, close to Union Square Shopping Centre, Cathedral of St. Machar, and Hazlehead Park. You'll also find His Majesty's Theatre and Aberdeen Arts Centre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Craighaar Hotel?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Does Craighaar Hotel feature a casino?

No, Craighaar Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Craighaar Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Craighaar Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service and a smart TV as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Craighaar Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Craighaar Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Craighaar Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Craighaar Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Craighaar Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Craighaar Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Craighaar Hotel?

The closest major airport to Craighaar Hotel is Aberdeen Airport (ABZ), which is 2.6 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Craighaar Hotel?

No, at Craighaar Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Craighaar Hotel host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Craighaar Hotel.

Craighaar Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 345 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 345 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 345 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 345 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 345 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem

We booked for convenience, but were really surprised by how great this place was, esp for the price. Gentleman at the front desk was great as was our waiter, and room was spotless
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was ok, although the staff could have been more attentive. The food options for dinner were great, and I did find that service better than the hotel in general. The room was quite small and the 'wet room' concept never works well!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Louise

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible experience

Booked last minute to stay after spending a belated Christmas Day with family. Arrived after midnight and was taken to my room, got ready for bed and the bathroom fan wouldn’t go off, contacted reception and the night porter came and it still wouldn’t go off so he agreed to move me, he tried two rooms on the same floor both fans were on and loud. I was moved to a fourth room which luckily had a switch to turn the fan off but the radiator in the bathroom and next to the bed was extremely loud, turned both off and went to sleep. Woke up at 6am to a freezing room, turned the radiator back on and got no further sleep as it was so loud. In the morning went to use the shower and found bits of hair on the bathroom floor. Spoke to the manager before leaving who apologised and said to contact hotels.com for a refund; which I did when I got home. They phoned the hotel who stated there was no issue with the fan or radiator and refused a refund, I spoke to another manager who was insistent that there was no issue (if there was no issue why would I be moved to 4 rooms in the middle of the night and give myself the stress of complaining) so the refund was denied. She also made a comment re the price that I paid which was lower than other guests, on the day I booked this wasn’t the cheapest hotel in Aberdeen but was chosen for location and regardless of what you pay, you still expect to get a decent nights sleep in the hotel you are paying to use. Only positive was the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Choice for us

Staff were very good and helpful. Good breakfasts and great to have server come and take orders for a freshly cooked breakfast. It was very convenient to the P & J Live venue where the event we were going to was held. Nice bar and prices reasonable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Wonderful staff, thanjs to John for looking after us all. Great breakfast and dinner
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff is extremely friendly and very helpful with requests. The room we had was small, and the bed was also small. Everything is kind of old and needs an update. The bathroom was awful as the shower was basically over the toilet and everything was soaked by the time you finished showering (toilet, vanity, floor). The bathroom was basically never dry, and if I showered that day and I could not use the toilet in socks because it's basically just a big puddle all the time.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Always very clean and comfortable and friendly, efficient staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

richard

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel - close to the p&j -perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Handy for P&J Arena

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet, Comfortable, Convenient

Perfectly located for P&J Live - less than a 5 minute walk. Stayed for two nights, very quiet and I slept very well. Breakfast was really good and so much variety. M&S Foodhall and Co-op 10 minute walk. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the dining options were very good and a direct bus in to town
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Business trip

Business trip with everything requirec
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

nathan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall nice place & very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideal comfort stop for then P&J or airport

Great stay for Michael Macintyre. Ideal location with just a 10 minute walk away. Free parking also. Comfortable room although a bit dated, but didn’t take away from the stay. Good nights sleep dispute a couple of planes from the airport. Very good breakfast and plenty choice. Large Scottish cooked breakfast and a full contintial with fresh baked and fruit. Will return if at another event and the P&J or at the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024