Thistle Aberdeen Altens is located approximately four miles from Old Aberdeen and 11 miles from Aberdeen Airport. This location is also two miles from the Winter Gardens, three miles from the Maritime Museum and Duthie Park, 10 miles from Stonehaven and Storybook Glen, and 45 miles from Balmoral Castle.

Hotel amenities include the indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gym, gift shop, cocktail lounge, and two restaurants. The hotel also offers room service, laundry facilities, parking, and a concierge.

All rooms feature private bathrooms, tea/coffee facilities, trouser presses, hairdryers, and satellite TV.