16 Luxury Hotels And Resorts Going All Out For Christmas And New Year Celebrations

From a stay in Santa’s suite, dazzling displays of Christmas lights, chocolate body scrubs, teddy bear breakfasts, and family-style mixers with Santa, luxury travelers have plenty of fabulous vacation escapes to choose from around the world now through New Year’s Eve. Here are 16 luxury hotels and resorts going all out in December.

Four Seasons Hotel Boston – Boston, Mass.

The Four Seasons Hotel Boston helps families create heartwarming memories this Christmas. From Teddy Bear breakfasts to a customized hot cocoa history tour, the plethora of festive experiences abound. There’s also a new Après Skate experience at Coterie with oysters with caviar and signature Manjari Grand Cru hot chocolate, perfect for warming up after a day of skating at Frog Pond. Go ice-skating at the Boston Common on New Year’s and book a Skate Essentials basket to take along. Local and and house-made hot chocolate go with you, along with cozy hats and hand warmers.

The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection – Newport, RI

No holiday could be more elegant than a stay at The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection in Newport, RI. Renowned party planner and event designer Bronson van Wyck, with support from the luxury fabric house Brunschwig & Fils, has infused his sought-after designs and ideas into The Vanderbilt with a Newport-inspired wonderland. Guests enter the 20th-century mansion, greeted by a marine-themed Christmas tree, a tribute to Newport’s maritime roots and American businessman Aflred Gwynne Vanderbilt’s voyages at sea. A candy cane striped fabric adorns the grand staircases and gifts, exquisitely wrapped, laying under the tree. Throughout the property find elegant garlands, wreaths and ornaments everywhere.

The Broadmoor – Colorado Springs, CO

At The Broadmoor resort in Colorado Springs, Executive Pastry Chef Franck Labasse creates a life-size gingerbread display. This year, the golf-themed celebration honors the upcoming U.S. Open, taking place at The Broadmoor in June. The classic holiday show continues through Dec. 24, featuring Debby Boone and Broadway star Marcus Lovett, along with The Broadmoor Pops orchestra. Have breakfast with Santa and stay for the big splash: the New Year’s Eve gala, including a five-course meal and music by Ken Miller and The Broadmoor Pops.

Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Resorts Collection – Washington, CT

As one of the Northeast’s most sophisticated luxury hideaways, The Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Resorts Collection has partnered with New York womenswear label Markarian for their festive holiday decor. A grand garland of winter greens, dried hydrangeas, and pomegranates drapes the front entrance, with matching wreaths flanking the front windows. The towering 18-foot Christmas tree delivers a distinct entryway presentation with floral ikat ornaments and moires in shades of celadon and cornflower blue. For the glistening touch, sparkling red and green crystal bow ornaments. Arrangements of paperwhites and candy cane amaryllis plants add a sense of festive whimsy through the communicable spaces. Book the Markarian Suite, featuring Makarian’s distinctive holiday color scheme of pinks and reds. The festive takeover runs through the holiday season.

Hilton Los Cabos – Los Cabos, Mexico

The warm Baja sun beckons, as holiday travelers book that getaway flight for a festive celebration at the Hilton Los Cabos. Among the outstanding holiday celebrations, guests will enjoy Baja-inspired holiday feats, Santa arriving by helicopter to the property on Christmas Eve, and can opt-in for an 80-minute warm chocolate melting body massage. The resort will also host a New Year’s Eve party (“Light up the Night”) on the beach with fire pits, a fire show, live dancing, and a presentation of fireworks.

Hotel Principe di Savoia – Milan, Italy

You can stay in Santa Claus’s home for Christmas for a magical experience at Hotel Principe di Savoia, an enchanting space transformed into a wonderland for both children and adults. Bedecked with lights, nutcrackers, and piles of gifts, sip a hot cup of cocoa and write letters to Santa while enjoying the festive treats and decorations.

Wequassett Resort & Golf Club – Cape Cod, Mass.

A Forbes-verified five-star resort, the Wequassett Resort & Golf Club on Cape Cod captures the holiday spirit with holiday baking classes, and a Merry Market with local vendors. The Mrs. Claus Touch package includes a Christmas tree in the room and stocking filled with sweet treats. Don’t miss the pajama brunch with Mrs. Claus, gingerbread making classes and hot chocolate-fueled workshops in Mrs. Claus’s Cottage.

Adare Manor – County Limerick, Ireland

A 19-century Neo-Gothic castle hotel, Adare Manor, transforms into a winter wonderland in a landscape blanketed in frost. Among a crackling grand fireplace and towering Christmas tree, guests experience gothic manor life first-hand. Romantic horse and carriage rides, historical tours, and archery keep the legacy of Adare Manor alive. Enjoy artful chocolate creations in the new Harry Lowe Chocolate shop, watch the experts work in the kitchen, and take a chocolate workshop to make your own. The Michelin-starred Oak Room is Limerick’s first Michelin Star restaurant. Executive Head Chef Mike Tweedie uses sustainably farmed meats and local vegetables, along with produce from the grounds of Adare Manor. Whiskey lovers will love to cozy up to the marble bar or melt into a cozy chair by the fireplace in The Tack Room. Book a Whiskey Experience and enjoy the journey through four Irish whiskeys, guided by an expert.

Big Cedar Lodge – Ridgedale, MO

Christmas in the Ozarks has never been more fun than it is at Big Cedar Lodge. In addition to all of the usual suspects, like Mrs. Claus and the elves, the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who will make a weekly visit. The Grinch will also host an ugly sweater party with green pancakes, green hot chocolate, and grouchy crafts. The Nature at Night experience is an illumination of the Lost Cave and Nature Trail, and the experience tells the story of the Osage Native Americans and the story of Christmas in the Ozark.

White Barn Inn, Auberge Resorts Collection – Kennebunk, MA

In partnership with renowned interior decorator Nathan Turner, the White Barn Inn, Auberge Resorts Collection brings Turner’s signature style to the rustic elegance and charm of this iconic New England luxury hotel. Spaces are adorned with wreaths with satin ribbons, velvet garland, custom linens and stockings. Guests can purchase Nathan Turner’s Christmas stockings on the property. Book a private dining event, curated by Turner for up to 14 guests with a limited menu and Turner’s specially designed tabletop decor.

Edgewood Tahoe Resort – Lake Tahoe, Nevada

Nevada’s only Michelin Key hotel, The Edgewood Tahoe Resort, is an unforgettable escape with a plethora of holiday activities, including special holiday menus, a 1-hour holiday portrait, story time with Mrs. Claus, letters to Santa and milk and cookies delivered to your room on Christmas Eve. The Villa Suites range in size from 1,800 to 4,100 in size, an ideal setting for multi-generational gatherings. The expansive glass windows create a picture-perfect setting overlooking the clear blue water of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada mountains.

The Peninsula Beverly Hills

The lobby of The Peninsula Beverly Hills is filled with carolers through Dec. 24, a visit from Santa on Christmas Eve and the Polar Bear Gift Shop through Dec. 26. Christmas Eve dinner is a three-course prix fixe menu at The Belvedere. The Christmas tea features one-of-a-kind teas and a tower of sweet and savory delights, including Laurent Perrier Champagne. The Merry Peninsula Holiday package includes a gorgeously decorated Christmas tree in the guest room, reflective of a perfect Beverly Hills holiday. Book the Holiday Tea & Hollywood Style experience for an exclusive 1-hour styling session with celebrity stylist Catherine Bloom while enjoying the Peninsula’s signature afternoon tea.

The Tribeca Tidings Penthouse at Fouquet’s in New York

The Tribeca Tidings Penthouse Package at Fouquet’s in New York City starts at $35,000 per night for the two-bedroom accommodations with a two-night minimum through Dec. 30. The holiday-themed package includes delights such as the prix fixe holiday dinner on Christmas Day, a customized family pajama set, children’s gifts from The Little, lymphatic drainage or glow treatment for two, a private in-room dinner for up to four guests, and Tuckshop hot cocoa and cookies at turndown service. It’s a stunning presentation in this Parisian-style hotel that is not to be missed.

The St. Regis Atlanta – Atlanta, GA

Reserve your spot for the Fairy Tale Christmas Day Brunch at The St. Regis Atlanta, hosted in the Astor Ballroom. The caviar and seafood bar, tomahawk roast and traditional roast turkey also include a visit from Santa. The spa is offering an over-the-top experience with luxury skincare brand Omoroviza, The Crystal Indulgence, in celebration of the St. Regis’ 15th Anniversary. Top off your evening at the St. Regis Atlanta Bar and sample the signature spiced hot chocolate and the Elderflower Rose French 75 with frosted cranberries.

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club

For an exquisite stay, The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club on the Northeast Florida coast is a luxurious getaway with oceanfront accommodations and an extraordinary spa. The Holiday Haven package transforms a guest suite into just that: a holiday haven. There’s a Christmas tree with coastal decor, a Letter to Santa kit, a commemorative keepsake ornament, and turndown service with hot cocoa and cookies delivered by elves. Don’t miss the ornament-making classes, Mrs. Claus’s bakeshop pie-making class, or the gingerbread workshops.

The Beverly Hills Hotel

The Beverly Hills Hotel is a renowned destination throughout the holiday season: decor, holiday cheer and festive room packages round the signature celebrations at The Pink Palace. Book the Festive Offer with a $150 hotel credit to spend during the stay.