Christmas at The Dorchester
Upon arrival, visitors are greeted by sparkling lights and a majestic tree line leading into the hotel. Guests can enjoy splendid feasting across beautifully decorated dining rooms, complete with live music and joyful carol singing. Festive celebrations in the Holford and Orchid rooms also feature enchanting live entertainment and special visits from Father Christmas.
What to Expect
Dazzling decor, festive feasting, live entertainment and visits from Father Christmas.
Event Details
Ages
Children aged 4-12 require a supplement
Neighborhood
Mayfair
Organizer
The Dorchester
Food & Drink
Festive dining ranges from British menus and live music at The Grill to afternoon tea at The Promenade, seasonal multi-course meals at Alain Ducasse and the Chef's Table, plus festive cocktails at Vesper Bar.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Festive dining seekers and special-occasion groups
Vibe
Elegant and festive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book a weekend festive afternoon tea at The Promenade if you want live Christmas carols with your tea, as they're performed in support of Noah's Ark Children's Hospice.
- If you want a visit from Father Christmas, book Christmas Day lunch in the Holford and Orchid rooms, which also comes with live entertainment and bespoke menus.
- Look at each restaurant's sample menu before booking, because The Grill, The Promenade, Alain Ducasse and the Chef's Table each serve a different festive menu.
- For a private festive gathering, book the 12-seat Chef's Table, which has its own menus on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Eve.
- If you book the festive stay, spend the hotel credit in the restaurants or the spa during your stay.
Special Events & Promotions
- Thanksgiving dinner at The Grill: a feast of American pies, turkey and all the trimmings from culinary director Martyn Nail
- Weekend afternoon tea at The Promenade with live Christmas carols, in support of Noah's Ark Children's Hospice
- Christmas Day lunch in the Holford and Orchid rooms, with live entertainment and visits from Father Christmas
- Seven-course winter tasting menu at Alain Ducasse on December 26, 29 and 30
- Festive stay package: a room or suite, hotel credit for the restaurants or spa, and a seasonal welcome gift
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Frequently Asked Questions
What festive dining is there?
Each restaurant does its own festive menus. The Grill serves British dining to live music, with a festive set lunch, a five-course Christmas Eve dinner, Christmas Day, a six-course New Year's Eve feast and a New Year's Day lunch. The Promenade serves festive afternoon tea and Christmas Eve and Christmas Day meals. Alain Ducasse, which holds three Michelin stars, offers a festive set lunch, six-course menus on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and a seven-course winter tasting menu.
Is there live music or carol singing?
Yes. The Promenade has seasonal menus and live music, with carol singers at weekends in the run-up to Christmas. On weekends, festive afternoon tea comes with live traditional carols in support of Noah's Ark Children's Hospice. The Grill also has live music.
Where can children see Father Christmas?
Book Christmas Day lunch in the Holford and Orchid rooms. It comes with bespoke menus, decorations, live entertainment and visits from Father Christmas.
What's on for New Year's Eve?
The Grill serves a six-course feast, and The Promenade has a New Year's Eve afternoon tea. At the Chef's Table, guests have champagne and canapés in the Wine Vault before a set menu. Vesper Bar starts with its signature Vesper Martini, then live music and a countdown. There's also a New Year's Eve party.
Is there a festive stay package?
Yes. It includes a stay in one of the rooms or suites, hotel credit to spend in the restaurants or spa, and a seasonal welcome gift when you arrive.
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