Edinburgh Christmas Bar Hütte opens at St James…

Edinburgh Christmas Bar Hütte opens at St James Quarter with snug ski huts and karaoke

It's beginning to feel a lot like the festive season, and the countdown to Christmas is officially on with the return of Bar Hütte to St James Quarter. Inspired by some of the coolest après ski bars in Europe, the winter bar combines super snug ski hüttes with festive fun and a party atmosphere.

Guests can enjoy Christmas karaoke for up to eight people in one of Bar Hütte’s cosy Alpine hüttes, or 20 people in their fun Party Lodges.

The Bar Hütte team say there will be cosy furnishings, twinkling lights, and flowing drinks including prosecco and festive cocktails.

Bar Hütte will be offering festive cocktails and prosecco (Bar Hütte)

There are also wreath-making sessions to get involved in, complete with a complimentary glass of prosecco.

As well as midweek discounts on Mondays and Tuesdays, there will be plenty of festive cocktails on offer, like Gingerbread Old Fashioned (Makers Mark, sugar syrup, Ang bitters) and The Alpine (Absolute vodka, Archers, guava juice, lychee juice), mulled wine and mocktails, including Not Piste and Cleanse on the Slopes!

Guests to the alpine village can also enjoy authentic Neapolitan pizzas from Salerno Pizza. The rustic Italian pizza specialists will be serving an array of top-quality pizzas, including gluten-free bases and non-dairy toppings.

And Bar Hütte say the fun will also be on offer to families, with the Santa Claus Club including a karaoke hütte for one-hour, free hot chocolate and colouring pads for the kids, plus the chance to get a picture with Father Christmas himself.

A spokesperson for Bar Hütte said that booking ahead is advisable but not essential, adding: "Don’t worry if you haven’t planned ahead, Bar Hütte’s magical, heated undercover courtyard is the perfect spot for a bit of winter spontaneity.

"Walk-ins are welcome seven days a week, simply rock up and step inside to enjoy festive food, refreshing cocktails and seasonal hot serves.

"Hosting a party? Bar Hütte’s party lodges are the perfect way to celebrate in style! Whether it’s a work’s do or a special get-together, whatever the occasion, these special party lodges can cater for a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 20 people."

Bar Hütte’s Booking Options:

Cosy Karaoke Hüttes

Book a cosy Alpine hütte for up to eight people for Christmas karaoke. Each hütte requires a non-refundable booking fee and this secures your exclusive use of the hütte for 1 hour, 40 minutes. Mondays and Tuesdays: £50, Wednesday to Sunday: £60

Santa Claus Club

This family-friendly booking includes a karaoke hütte for one hour, free hot chocolate and colouring pads for the kids, plus the chance to get a picture with Santa Claus. Bookable from 10am – 12.30pm on Sundays in December and Christmas week: 22nd and 23rd December. Priced at £30 for a minimum of two people, maximum of eight.

Party Lodge

Hosting a party? Our party lodges can cater for a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 20 people. Pay £150 for hire of the space and enjoy a Magnum of Prosecco. You can go crazy on karaoke and keep the drinks flowing for one hour, 50 minutes. For larger parties and exclusive use, get in touch with the team today. edinburgh@barhutte.co.uk

Wreath-Making Après Ski Style

Create your very own handmade Christmas wreath with your friends. The class includes everything you need to create your masterpiece, including a glass of prosecco to start your evening. Classes will be running on: Sunday 27th at 1pm, Tuesday 29th at 7pm, Wednesday 30th at 7pm, Tuesday 6th at 7pm.

Bar Hütte Opening Times

NOVEMBER