Luxury city centre accommodation has been given the stamp of approval by Scotland’s national tourism body.
The Royal Athenaeum Suites by Aberdeen Douglas Hotel, opened just over a year ago and have been officially awarded four stars by Visit Scotland. The serviced apartments opened in July 2014 following a £5million refurbishment of one of the city’s oldest and most memorable buildings - the prestigious Athenaeum Restaurant which overlooks the historic Castlegate in Aberdeen.
The Royal Athenaeum which contains 46 fully serviced studio, one and two bedroom suites, was cited as being beautifully furnished throughout and finished to a high standard by the awarding body.
Gavin Paterson, General Manager at the Aberdeen Douglas Hotel, which operates the suites, said: “We are delighted and proud to have received such high praise and such a high award by Visit Scotland. The suites are a fantastic addition to the hospitality sector in Aberdeen and offer a great service to those visiting Aberdeen for business or leisure“
Following a successful year, the Royal Athenauem Suites will soon be unveiling their newest additions, 4 bespoke, duplex apartments. Finished with a beautiful, high-end yet comfortable look - these suites add a further touch of class to the growing business and like the existing fully serviced accommodation, they offer guests 24 hour reception desk, free high-speed WiFi, Smart TV’s, fully fitted kitchens, spacious living spaces and en-suite bathrooms.
To grow the business further, the Aberdeen Douglas Hotel and Royal Athenaeum Suites have appointed Lesley Mitchell as Sales Manager. Lesley whose key role is to source new business said: “I am delighted to join the largest independent hotel in Aberdeen City which is still investing money into its properties regardless of the down turn in the Oil & Gas Industry. In response to this down turn we have to focus on what else Aberdeen City has to offer. There is still a buoyant tourism industry and we need to explore other opportunities including new routes operating from Aberdeen International Airport and expansion to the existing retail and leisure facilities”.
The Royal Athenaeum Suites welcome members of the public and businesses to come in a take a look around, to arrange a time to view please contact the sales office on 01224 565555.