It doesn’t matter if you’re a New Year’s person or not (whatever that means). The point is that you have a stash of days off work – and you don’t do anything halfway, especially when it comes to time off. Whether you crushed it this year or 2024 wasn’t your best, there’s a New Year’s celebration for that. Low-key, high-key, simple, lavish, busy or remote, these are destinations and hotels that do New Year’s right. And yes, they still have a place card for the revelry available, with your name on it.
The Location: Lake Como, Italy
The Celebration: Villa d’Este New Year’s Eve
Where to Stay: Villa d’Este, Reschio Hotel
Ville d’Este has been around since the Renaissance era and is still iconic. If you’re looking for a grand Great Gatsby-esque celebration, Villa d’Este’s New Year’s Eve party has the elegance and wow factor. Dinner is €1,500 per person and includes a gourmet meal, all beverages, and entertainment. You’ll start with welcome drinks and canapés and select from a menu with options like Wagyu Tortelli and Alaskan Crab to close out 2024 in style. Live entertainment and festive lights get you in the holiday spirit, and fireworks at the nightclub’s after-party round the magical night off. If you’re staying the night at Villa d’Este, a New Year’s Day Brunch is an option for continuing the festivities into the next day.
The Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
The Celebration: The Big Three
Where to Stay: Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires already has the party atmosphere down — so imagine when there’s an actual holiday to celebrate. We won’t leave it all to your imagination because the Four Seasons experience may be even better than what you’ve conjured up. Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires refers to their offerings as ‘the big three,’ which include a tango show at Salón Marabú, a museum showing works by Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera at MALBA, and a ballet or opera viewing at Teatro Colón. The vibe is more of an itinerary, than a party, with help from the Four Seasons team to create your ideal experience. You can see a fireworks show at Puente de la Mujer over the Puerto Madero waterfront and take the party to the Palermo Soho area for exclusive parties.
The Location: Ibiza, Spain
The Celebration: Six Senses Ibiza NYE Party
Where to Stay: Six Senses Ibiza
While Six Senses Ibiza has yet to announce this year’s New Year’s Eve party, there’s no doubt it will be spectacular, with past years’ parties as the blueprint. You start with a dinner and a prefixed menu at one of the hotel’s restaurants with live music. Then it’s party time at The Beach Caves. Think gorgeous Israelis dressed up like Burning Man, psychedelic DJ sets, and direct beach access with daybeds for lounging. Past DJs include Janax Pacha, Diego Medusa, and Lulilu, and immersive acts will set you up with a wild story to tell friends the next morning.
The Location: Florence, Italy
The Celebration: Cosmic Celebrations
Where to Stay: Four Seasons Hotel Firenze
At Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, you’ll start your New Year’s Eve with a four-course coastal festive menu at Onde Restaurant or a seven-course gala dinner at Il Palagio and Atrium Bar. If your group is split between menu preferences, you can dine separately and meet at the ballroom for the midnight party, where dinner guests converge for the night to end the year.
This is the event to wear that outfit that sits in your closet as more of a stationary decor piece for admiring, and has yet to see the light of day. You know, the one that makes you think, ‘Is this too exuberant for dinner and drinks?’ and inevitably gets swapped out for something less flashy. The worry of being overdressed does not exist at the New Year’s Midnight Party, where champagne is flowing and festive lights blanket the ceiling of the Conventino Ballroom.
The Location: St. Tropez, France
The Celebration: New Year’s Eve at Arev St. Tropez
Where to Stay: Arev St. Tropez
Arev St. Tropez is hosting a themed New Year’s Eve party, the theme being: The glamour days of Riviera. The 1920s, during the golden age of the French Riviera, epitomized luxury; villas, casinos, and fine dining were all part of the good life. Arev St. Tropez will recreate this feeling of splendor for its guests come New Year’s Eve. The night starts with a four-course dinner full of caviar and lobster — and a countdown. After dinner, live music and other surprises are in store. You can opt for the package deal, which includes a two-night stay, breakfast, a room upgrade, the New Year’s festivities, and a 50′ Signature massage by Maison ST.
The Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Celebration: Unwrap The Magic
Where to Stay: De L’Europe
During the festive season, twinkling lights cover the city streets of Amsterdam. One particular hotel knows how to get into the holiday spirit. De L’Europe has various restaurants with festive twists on their traditional menus. The two MICHELIN-starred and MICHELIN-Green-starred Restaurant Flore offers a holiday-tasting menu of up to seven courses. You can also book a private dining experience in one of the hotel’s event rooms for a more intimate setting. After dinner, you’ll head to Freddy’s Bar & Chapter 1896’s (a speakeasy) lobby for live music and a toasting. The best part is that after a few too many drinks, there’s no squabble for an Uber; you can stumble up to your hotel room instead.
FAQs
Q: Does the Villa d’Este New Year’s Eve party offer a discount for children?
A: Yes, the celebration is free of charge for children under six.
Q: How much does attending the Florence Four Seasons dinner and party cost?
A: Palazzo del Nero will cost $398, and Palazzo della Gherardesca will cost $492.
Q: When will De L’Europe’s Restaurant Flore offer the Festive Menu?
A: De L’Europe’s Restaurant Flore offers the Festive Menu from December 25-28 and on New Year’s Eve.
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