Guests were evacuated as firefighters tackled a blaze at a Travelodge hotel.

Fire crews went to the scene in Justice Mill Lane, Aberdeen, after the alarm was raised just after 10am on Friday.

Five fire engines were sent to tackle the blaze, which broke out on the second floor.

They had the situation under control by 11.06am.

The hotel was evacuated as firefighters dealt with the incident.

There were no reports of any injuries.

A statement from Travelodge said: “We can confirm that the fire brigade were called out in response to an isolated incident that took place at our Aberdeen Central Justice Mill Lane Travelodge on Friday May 31.

“The hotel team followed protocol and conducted a successful evacuation.

“We can confirm no-one was hurt, there was limited damage and the hotel resumed business as usual within two hours.

“We would like to sincerely apologise to our customers who were affected by this unfortunate incident.”

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