I am so excited about this incredible holiday series! From insights on skiing in Aspen to visiting international Christmas markets, embracing beautiful experiences is the key to elevating your lifestyle. In this post I am sharing opulent holiday resort destinations that I know you will love. Whether you are a seasoned international travelnista like me or a newbie who is excited to embark on luxury getaways in the near future, it is all about preparing you to make memories that will last a glitter filled lifetime.
The holiday season calls for festive escapes that go beyond the ordinary, transporting you into a world of luxury, wonder, and seasonal magic. Imagine staying in a snow-kissed chalet with your own hot cocoa butler, or toasting champagne by the fire as snow falls outside. Here’s our list of opulent hotels and resorts offering exclusive holiday packages that redefine what it means to “deck the halls” in style.
1. Badrutt’s Palace Hotel – St. Moritz, Switzerland
Inspiring Highlights: Private igloo dining, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and a personal shopping concierge
St. Moritz is iconic for its winter luxury, and Badrutt’s Palace is the crown jewel. This year, the hotel’s holiday package includes a magical private igloo dining experience with a view of the Swiss Alps, gourmet fondue, and signature cocktails. Afterward, hop onto a horse-drawn sleigh or head back to your suite, where a personal shopping concierge awaits to help you wrap up any last-minute holiday buys.
2. The Little Nell – Aspen, Colorado
Inspiring Highlights: Hot cocoa butler service, slope-side suites, and fireside champagne tastings
The Little Nell is Aspen’s ultimate ski-in/ski-out luxury lodge, and its holiday package brings a whole new meaning to après-ski elegance. With a dedicated hot cocoa butler who serves you in-room after your day on the slopes, and daily fireside champagne tastings led by their resident sommelier, this is a winter wonderland like no other. Expect Aspen’s chic charm with warm hospitality, perfect for a festive holiday escape.
3. The Goring – London, England
Inspiring Highlights: Private Christmas tree decorating, traditional afternoon tea, and exclusive holiday events
This family-run, quintessentially British hotel is all about holiday cheer. With their Christmas package, The Goring offers guests their own in-room Christmas tree and a private butler to assist in decorating it. The magic continues with tickets to a seasonal performance at the Royal Albert Hall, a traditional holiday afternoon tea service, and Christmas carolers to serenade you while you sip a festive cocktail.
4. Fairmont Banff Springs – Banff, Canada
Inspiring Highlights: Outdoor holiday movie nights, snow globe dining domes, and winter wonderland tours
Known as the “Castle in the Rockies,” the Fairmont Banff Springs brings elegance to the Canadian wilderness. Their holiday package includes outdoor movie nights with blankets, popcorn, and holiday classics under the stars. Or dine in your own heated snow globe with a spectacular view of snow-capped peaks. Guests can also enjoy a private winter wonderland tour with a local guide and cozy up in a cabin-style suite.
5. The Greenwich Hotel – New York City, USA
Inspiring Highlights: Customized suite decor, hot toddy bar, and a personal holiday shopping assistant
For a quintessential New York holiday experience, The Greenwich Hotel offers a holiday package with all the classic trimmings—luxurious, Greenwich-style. Suites are dressed up with a holiday decor of your choosing, and the hotel’s private lounge offers a personalized hot toddy bar with endless seasonal combinations. Enjoy a personal holiday shopping assistant to help you find those hard-to-get gifts in the city.
6. Four Seasons Resort – Bora Bora
Inspiring Highlights: Festive beachfront dinners, Polynesian-inspired holiday celebrations, and in-bungalow holiday decor
For a warm holiday escape, the Four Seasons Bora Bora is a tropical paradise with a festive twist. Their holiday package includes beachfront dinners lit by tiki torches, Christmas trees in your bungalow, and Polynesian-inspired holiday feasts. Indulge in traditional French and Polynesian holiday treats, enjoy private beach fireworks, and relax with views of the crystal-clear lagoon.
7. Mandarin Oriental – Tokyo, Japan
Inspiring Highlights: Tokyo illumination tours, holiday tea ceremony, and seasonal spa treatments
Tokyo’s winter illuminations are breathtaking, and the Mandarin Oriental has curated an exclusive holiday experience. Guests can enjoy a guided tour of Tokyo’s best light displays and return to the hotel for a festive tea ceremony. The hotel’s spa offers holiday-themed treatments, perfect for unwinding after exploring the holiday markets in nearby Nihonbashi.
8. The Ritz-Carlton – Kyoto, Japan
Inspiring Highlights: Private kimono photoshoots, Zen garden tea ceremonies, and a seasonal Japanese feast
Kyoto in winter is pure magic, and The Ritz-Carlton offers guests a luxurious Japanese holiday experience. The festive package includes a private kimono photoshoot against Kyoto’s historic streets, a Zen tea ceremony in their garden, and a seasonal feast featuring the finest Japanese holiday cuisine. It’s a truly unique way to celebrate the holidays immersed in Japan’s beauty and traditions.
9. Hotel de Russie – Rome, Italy
Inspiring Highlights: Italian holiday feasts, private Vatican tours, and Trastevere holiday lights
Hotel de Russie in Rome brings timeless elegance to the holiday season with a package including exclusive private tours of the Vatican adorned with holiday decor. Guests are treated to a multi-course Italian holiday feast in the hotel’s restaurant, Le Jardin de Russie, before heading to Trastevere for one of Rome’s best holiday light displays. A perfect option for those who love cultural immersion with a hint of Roman festivity.
10. The Icehotel – Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
Inspiring Highlights: Ice sculpting class, private sauna sessions, and a night in a custom ice suite
For a truly unique holiday experience, Sweden’s Icehotel offers a winter wonderland made entirely of ice and snow. This holiday package includes an ice sculpting class, access to the hotel’s exclusive sauna, and a stay in a custom-designed ice suite. As night falls, enjoy an arctic stargazing experience, bundled up in blankets with a hot drink in hand.
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