Aberdeen, often called The Granite City or The Silver City, is Scotland's third largest city, with a population of approximately 202,370. Aberdeen is the chief commercial centre and seaport in the north-east of Scotland. The city is often referred to as the Oil Capital of Europe thanks to becoming a major service base for the extraction of crude oil in the North Sea in the 1970s. The city forms the Aberdeen City unitary council area, and it is surrounded by the Aberdeenshire council area. It mostly stands between the mouths of the rivers Don and Dee. The city is blessed with amenities which cover a wide range of cultural activities and boasts a selection of museums. The city is regularly visited by Scotland's National Arts Companies. The Aberdeen Art Gallery houses a collection of Impressionist, Victorian, Scottish and 20th Century British paintings as well as collections of silver and glass. It also includes The Alexander Macdonald Bequest, a collection of late 19th century works donated by the museum's first benefactor and a constantly changing collection of contemporary work and regular visiting exhibitions. The Aberdeen Maritime Museum, located in Shiprow, tells the story of Aberdeen's links with the sea from the days of sail and clipper ships to the latest oil and gas exploration technology. The museum includes a range of interactive exhibits and models, including an 8.5m (28 feet) high model of the Murchison oil production platform and a 19th century assembly taken from Rattray Head lighthouse. Aberdeen Football Club Aberdeen Football Club is a football team from Scotland, who compete in the Scottish Premier League. Formed in 1903 from the amalgamation of a number of clubs from Aberdeen, they have been one of the top clubs in Scotland. Sir Alex Ferguson was a highly successful manager of the team in the 1980s, guiding them to three league championships, and famously to victory in the 1983 Cup Winners' Cup, defeating Real Madrid in the final. Aberdeen are the only Scottish team to have won more than one European trophy. They play at Pittodrie, which has a capacity of 22,199 and was the first all-seater and all-covered stadium in the UK. Aberdeen Centre The Granite City Aberdeen, which lies between the Rivers Don and Dee, received a Royal Charter in the 12th century and was a thriving port by the 13th century. The original pink granite houses and cobbled streets stand alongside the new Aberdeen which began in 1805 with the building of Union Street when many neo-classical buildings were built using the local grey granite from which the city gets its nickname. Aberdeen today is a major commercial centre as well as the largest fishing port in Scotland. The city has an important university and cathedral and has a wealth of history to explore. Aberdeen Exhibition Centre Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) have a wide range of facilities for exhibitors to take advantage of. General Facilities; AECC has many facilities for visitors to take advantage of including a cafe and wireless broadband. AECC is the perfect venue for any event from small meetings for 2 to banqueting events for over 800 and conferences for 2000. AECC is an ideal venue for your modern and unique wedding offering several suites to suit any size of wedding ceremony and reception. Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) have halls suitable for any event as well as a team of experts who can help you with the planning and running of your event.

is an extremely comfortable Guest House and a haven for Non-Smokers. The ten tastefully decorated bedrooms have eight with en-suite facilities and the remaining two each have private facilities. All rooms are equipped with clock radio alarms to get you up for that important appointment, coffee/tea making facilities and Satellite TV. For your added comfort there is Double Glazing and Central Heating throughout. Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet connection available! The Guest House is protected by a Fire Alarm system which incorporates a Smoke detector in each room. Also available for your convenience is a Guests Payphone and Private Car Park with security lighting. We gladly accept Credit Cards. Cick to enlarge images

Aberdeen Links for Website. 1. Aberdeen Official Guide. 2. More about Aberdeen. 4. Eating out in Aberdeen. 5. Aberdeen NE Scotland Family History Society. 6. Golf Aberdeen and Grampian. 7. Clans and Castles. 8. Gordon Highlanders Museum. 9. Fishing in Aberdeenshire. 10. Bus Tours Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. 11. Aberdeen Airport. Links to other sites. The Jays Guest House is featured on YouStayUK.com, your guide to recommended things to do and BB / Guest Houses in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire. Find us in the Bed and Breakfast Directory http://www.hotel-d.com. Book Bed and breakfast.com. The Aberdeen Directory. Villas 4u2-rent in Scotland. City Centre Hotel Slough. British-Breaks.com Ireland-Breaks.com

A Full Scottish breakfast. Choice of fruit juices, yoghurt, fresh fruit, choice of cereals and/or porridge. Organic oatcakes and various cheeses. Grilled Main Course ( choice of). Pork Sausage, Danish Back Bacon, Baked Beans,Grilled Tomato, Grilled Mushrooms, Fried egg and Hash Brown. Scrambled, Boiled or Poached Eggs on toast. Poached Smoked Haddock. All served with toasted white or brown bread and fresh coffee or tea. We also have a selection of herbal teas. Vegetarian and Vegan meals cooked on request.

We are closed from 26th June. The Jays Guest House 422 King Street, Aberdeen Scotland, UK AB24 3BR. The Jays Guest House is a traditionally built detached granite dwelling, with authentic lead stained glass foyer and staircase, which provides an attractive feature. It's good to find a home from home in a strange town This is especially true if that home can offer you a warm and friendly welcome time after time, and is well situated for both business and leisure purposes. After a day of full activity, guests can return to the friendly atmosphere of a family owned guest house with unsurpassed facilities. Alice George Jennings have welcomed guests to The Jays for many years and they now look forward to meeting and welcoming you. The Jays being the only guest house in Aberdeen to have been awarded 4 stars from both the Tourist Board and the Automobile Association. The Jays was Highly Commended in the Visitor Experience Category of the Northern Lights Tourism Awards 2003. Alice was voted one of the Top 20 finalists in the Landlady of the Year competition with the AA for 1996 and 1997 which involved 3,500 competitors. The Jays is the only guest house in Aberdeen that is recommended by Frommers and Foders, both US Guides to Great Britain

Single Room - £50 - £60 per person. Double/Twin - £45 - £55 per person. On making a booking, a credit/debit card number, together with the expiry date and the 3 digit security number, are required for security. The card is not activated but is held in the event of a last minute cancellation within 48 hours of time of arrival) or of a non-appearance. In either case the first night's tariff will be deducted from the card. Arrival time is by arrangement, but rooms must be vacated before 10.30 a.m. on the day of leaving.

SAMPLE OF VISITORS' COMMENTS: 'The epitome of professionalism. Quick, efficient, courteous and friendly. The Hotels could learn a lot.'. M. Chetwynd, Sydney, Australia. ' Very clean, comfortable, nice and friendly.'. Mr. Mrs Banning, USA. ' Super place, great hosts.'. Mr. Mrs Hermann, Canada. ' I have been to visit Alice in Wonderland!! A truly superb guest house.'. David Corin, Salisbury, England. ' First class in every way. Lovely couple.'. Ailsa David Farquhar, Scotland. ' Excellent a real 'Home from home'. Mavis Jonathan Courtney, Armagh, N.I. ' As Tina Turner says 'Simply the best.'. Robbie Cameron, Fort William, Scotland. ' Many thanks for your wonderful Scottish hospitality.'. David Dysart-DeLand, Florida. ' Very high standard. Very well decorated. Very comfortable,friendly and homely.'. M. Oliver, Newcastle, England. ' Staying at the Jays means repose of body and reinforcement of spirit.'. Jan Narston, Netherlands. ' Excellent accommodation. Super hosts.'. Alex. Sheila Morris, NSW, Australia. ' The best BB that I stayed in, in Scotland.'. ' My lungs thank you. I (almost) stopped smoking.' - ' Very, very nice and enjoyed our stay a lot. Will always remember the nice place and the kind people that you are.'. Celine Gilles Deahene, Quebec, Canada. and many, many more.

 Credit cards accepted
 Heating
 Access to internet
 Parking lot
 Private park, garden, courtyard
 Quiet surroundings
 Clock/radio
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Tea and coffee making facilities
 Phone at reception
 TV sets in rooms