Less than a month to go before we say goodbye to 2022, and to celebrate the world being open again, Guru has compiled places where you can feast away the year and usher in 2023!
BANGKOK
Avani+ Bangkok
Head to Seen on Dec 24 for Christmas Rooftop Festivities priced at B2,000 nett per person. At Skyline, a Christmas Eve Seafood Feast is priced at B2,500++ per person with free-flow soft drinks; B3,800++ with free-flow alcoholic drinks; and B900++ per child, between the ages of five and 11.
On New Year’s Eve, the theme is “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang | Another World: Seen 23”. Guests will be dazzled by larger-than-life fireworks before moving underground to Lost & Found, where an afterparty will kick off. Tickets start from B11,900++ per person for a five-course set menu with free-flow alcoholic drinks and B15,900++ per person for a package with premium seating, a bottle of Champagne, five-course set menu and free-flow alcoholic drinks.
At Skyline, the New Year’s Eve Seafood Fiesta costs B3,500++ per person with free-flow soft drinks; B4,800++ per person, including free-flow alcoholic drinks; and B1,000++ per child, between the ages of five and 11. Call 02-431-9100 or email at riversidedining@anantara.com.
Anantara Siam Bangkok
Taking inspiration from European Christmas markets, on December 4, 11 and 18 the Sunday brunch will be putting on warming Christmas tipples and festive dishes. The “Winterfest Sunday Brunch” is priced at B2,500++ with non-alcoholic beverages; B4,500++ with beer, wine and Moët & Chandon Champagne; and B1,250++ for children, between five and 11. Christmas Eve Dinner is priced at B3,200++ with non-alcoholic beverages; B5,200++ with beer, wine and Moët & Chandon Champagne; and B1,450++ for children. Christmas Day Brunch is priced at B3,700++ with non-alcoholic beverages; B5,500++ with beer, wine and Moët & Chandon Champagne; and B1,450++ for children.
On New Year’s Eve, signature restaurants Shintaro, Biscotti, Madison and Guilty will be setting the stage for intimate festivities with a la carte options and special set menus for B4,500++ per person. Spice Market will be serving a set menu of traditional Thai and Indian flavours for B2,500++, with a la carte options available. Alternatively, guests can ring in 2023 alfresco in Aqua’s leafy courtyard by a koi pond with spirited celebrations priced at B8,500++ per person. A countdown party will kick off at Parichart Court. At the Grand Ballroom, an atmosphere of old-world glamour, thrilling live performances and a five-course dinner paired with fine vintages for B8,500++ per person will be held. The Grand New Year’s Eve Ball celebrations will begin at 7.30. Call 02-126-8866 or email at Festivedesk.asia@anantara.com.
Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse
Praya Kitchen will host a lunch buffet on Dec 24-25 and Jan 1 for B1,888++ per person, inclusive of a juice package, and the dinner buffet costs B2,588++ per person, inclusive of a juice package. On Dec 31, lunch is priced at B1,888++ per person, dinner at B2,588++ per person for an Outdoor BBQ at The Surawongse Rooftop.
Yào Restaurant has crafted a choice of New Year’s Eve set menus with luxurious delicacies at B4,888++ per person from 6–8pm and from 9pm to midnight at B6,888++ per person. Minimum spending for private room is B8,888++ per person. The city’s first Chinese-influenced Rooftop Bar with a breathtaking views of Bangkok and Chao Praya river. Yao Rooftop Bar’s Dim Sum package costs B1,800++ for two on Dec 24-25 and includes a bottle of sparkling wine. On Dec 31, from 5-7pm, a dim sum tower for two costs B4,288++, while from 9pm onward a free flow drinks package begins at B5,888++ per person or B8,888++ per person.
From Dec 1-31, The Lobby Lounge will host a Festive Afternoon Tea at B1,288++ for two persons and an additional B1,000++ for a bottle of sparkling wine. Call 02 -088-5666 or Line @marriottsurawongse. Visit bit.ly/MSW-FestiveBrochure.
Waldorf Astoria Bangkok
Mark the start of the holiday season with the Festive Afternoon Tea at Peacock Alley, available till Jan 1, 2023, priced at B2,700++ per set for two. The Festive Afternoon Tea gift box requires pre-ordering 24 hours in advance and is priced at B2,100 nett per box (for one).
On Christmas Eve, The Brasserie’s Semi-Buffet Dinner is priced at B4,000++ per person (food only), B5,800++ per person, including free-flow house wine, and B 2,500++ for children between the ages of six and 12. The Bull & Bear’s Christmas Eve Dinner is available at two seating times: the four-course sunset dinner, priced at B5,500++ per person (food only), and the five-course celebratory dinner at B7,500++ per person with a glass of Champagne. The Brasserie’s Christmas Day Lunch is priced at B4,000++ per person (food only), B5,800++ per person including free-flow house wine, and B2,500++ for children between the ages of six and 12.
On New Year’s Eve, the Bull & Bear dinner is available at two seating times: the four-course sunset dinner priced at B5,500++ per person (food only); and the five-course celebratory dinner priced at B7,500++ per person with a glass of Champagne. The Brasserie’s New Year’s Eve Semi-Buffet Dinner is priced at B4,000++ per person (food only), B5,800++ per person, including free-flow house wine, and B2,500++ for children. On New Year’s Day, The Brasserie’s lunch is priced at B4,000++ per person (food only), B5,800++ per person, including free-flow house wine, and B2,500++ for children.
From Dec 18 to Jan 1, 2023, Front Room will serve a special à la carte menu highlighting Grilled Jasmine rice, shrimp paste, pork belly, chilli and salted yolk; Five-spice duck breast, intestines and bok choi; Thai-style omelet with crabmeat and curry powder; Milk and sala syrup ice cream, brioche and caramelised milk; and more. Call 02-846-8888, email bkkwa.fb@waldorfastoria.com or Line: @WaldorfAstoriaBKK.
137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok
An enormous 4m-tall Christmas tree in the lobby will delight guests, as will the front lawn, which will be lit with festive lights. Bangkok Trading Post will celebrate Christmas and New Year with a festive à la carte menu available from Dec 20 to Jan 10, 2023. On the menu are traditional dishes, including roasted chicken with grilled vegetables, a selection of German sausages with pickles and dips, and bread and butter pudding with brandy sauce.
For diners who prefer a nighttime cityscape backdrop, Nimitr Restaurant & Rooftop Bar is hosting a five-course dinner of modern Thai dishes on Christmas Eve, priced at B3,300++ per person. On New Year’s Eve, a five-course menu is priced at B6,800++ per person, including a premium amuse bouche, a glass of Vielle France Champagne, and a live music band. Call 02-079-7000 or Line: @137pillarshotels.
Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok has decked the halls for Christmas Eve as a collection of Christmas flavours at Flourish Restaurant await. The dinner is priced at B4,600++ per person. On Christmas Day, also at Flourish, Honey-glazed ham, Beef fillet in red wine jus and Wok-fried scallops in coriander, garlic and pepper sauce await, along with macarons, tarts, pies and a decadent chocolate fountain. The Christmas Day Brunch is priced at B3,900++ per person.
Ring in the New Year at Ki Izakaya with an all-you-can-eat package. Be surprised by the Kushiyaki and Zensai menu, for B3,000++ per person. Say an elegant farewell to 2022 at Firefly Bar where the finest libations await. The Firefly Countdown is at a minimum spending from B5,000++ per couple, minimum spending at B10,000++ for three to four people and B15,000++ for six to eight people. Sashay into the New Year at the Lobby Lounge and Chevaa Garden with dinner priced at B 7,500++ per person. New Year’s Day Brunch at Flourish Restaurant, Lobby Lounge and Chevaa Garden is priced at B4,900++ per person. Call 02-095-9999 or email fb.sindhorn@kempinski.com.
Capella Bangkok
Bask in the holiday spirit with Capella Bangkok as a lush backdrop while enjoying a Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas Day lunch that pays homage to time-honored holiday traditions, livened up with live music, carol singing, festive games and a special visit from Santa himself. A Thai feast awaits at Phra Nakhon where Christmas Eve Thai set dinner is priced at B8,000 nett per person and B4,000 nett for children below the ages of 12. At Michelin-starred Côte by Mauro Colagreco, the Christmas Eve Carte Blanche dinner is priced at B10,000 nett per person. Enjoy a Christmas Seafood Lunch on Dec 25 priced at B4,500 nett per person and B8,000 nett per person at Côte by Mauro Colagreco.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a glass of Champagne as you embark on a night filled with mesmerizing entertainment and gourmet delights at Côte by Mauro Colagreco and Phra Nakhon. The New Year’s Eve dinner package starts from B23,000 nett per person. Stella, the hotel's cocktail gem, will host a countdown party at its pop-up station in the riverside courtyard. The New Year's Eve celebration is priced at B8,000 nett per person, while at Stella, crafted drinks and light snacks will be served with a minimum spending of B3,000 nett per person. Phra Nakhon or Côte by Mauro Colagreco will host special New Year’s Day lunches. Call 02-098-3888 or email info.bangkok@capellahotels.com.
Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
Indulge in magical moments with a European winter wonderland-inspired lobby decorated with an eight-metre-tall Christmas tree surrounded with a mini North Pole Santa Claus Village made from gingerbread, alongside an endearing Choo Choo train. Accompanied with a beautiful ambience, the festive entertainment programme include excerpts from Tchaikovsky’s ballet The Nutcracker – Mother Ginger Edition by Bangkok City Ballet and Christmas carols by Jinta Music Academy. The Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and Concertini takes place on Dec 1 at 7pm. Meet Santa Claus on Dec 4, 11, 18 from noon to 12.30pm in the lobby. The Christmas Eve celebration begins at 6pm with carols, a ballet and Santa and continues on Christmas Day.
The Michelin-starred Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin celebrates the season with a Christmas menu of French oyster with Thai dressing vinaigrette; Austrian pumpkin soup with scallops and ginger; Swedish five-spice pork belly with sweet red cabbage; Danish creamed rice dessert with cherry sorbet and almonds; and more. Christmas Eve 12-course lunch is priced at B3,200++ per person and a 16-course dinner is B4,900++ per person. Christmas Day lunch is B3,200++ per person. New Year menu highlights are Norwegian salmon gravlax with Thai mustard pickle, signature Maine lobster salad and more. A 17-course dinner, with a glass of Champagne, is priced at B5,500++ per person. The New Year’s Day Lunch is B3,200++ per person.
At Alati Mediterranean restaurant, a buffet awaits on Christmas Eve and is priced at B4,500++ per person, inclusive of still and sparkling water. The Christmas Day buffet brunch is B4,500++ per person. The New Year buffet dinner is B5,900++ per person and New Year’s Day buffet brunch is B4,500++ per person. The Weekday Festive Afternoon Tea is priced at B1,290++ per set and is available until Jan 4, 2023. Call 02-162-9000, email dining.siambangkok@kempinski.com or Line: @SiamKempinskiHotel.
Aloft Bangkok
The Sukhumvit 11 hotel is celebrating the holidays in style beginning with a "White Christmas" on Christmas Eve at Crave. An unlimited seafood buffet dinner featuring Christmas ham and lamb is priced at B1,590 net with a glass of sparkling wine. Book by Dec 15 for a 20% early bird discount. On New Year's Eve, Crave will host a dinner buffet in the style of the Great Gatsby. Priced at B2,023 nett per person, including a glass of sparkling wine, enjoy a seafood dinner with a special lobster dish and lamb with entertainment and more. Book by Dec 22 and receive a 20% early bird discount. Call 02-207-7080 or visit marriott.com/offers/findOffers.mi?propertycodes=BKKAL, or Line Shop: shop.line.me/@aloftbangkok.
Centara Grand at CentralWorld
Enjoy a sumptuous buffet this Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at Ventisi Restaurant at Centara Grand at CentralWorld. This exciting venue combines Italian and Thai live cooking stations with a huge selection of international favourites and special Christmas additions! Pair it with our festive beverage package for a joyous celebration. The Christmas Eve and Christmas Day buffet is priced at B1,999++ per adult and includes unlimited beverages; B999++ per child between the ages of six and 11, including soft drinks and water. The Christmas Eve dinner is served from 6-10.30pm and Christmas Day lunch from noon to 3pm. Call 02-100-6255 or email diningcgcw@chr.co.th.
Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit
Gather family and friends for bountiful buffets, dazzling dinners and a choice of interactive evenings. The fun starts with a Christmas Eve Seafood Buffet Dinner with Santa's visit at Rossini’s and The Living Room, priced at B3,600++ per person). The Christmas Eve Buffet Lunch at Orchid Café is priced at B2,000++ per person. The Christmas Eve Seafood Buffet Dinner is priced at B2,500++ per person and on Dec 25, a Christmas Jazzy Brunch at Rossini’s and The Living Room with Santa and a jazz band is priced at B3,960++ per person. The Christmas Seafood Buffet with Santa visit at Orchid Café is priced at B2,500++. The Boxing Day Buffet Lunch at Orchid Café is priced at B1,600++ per person and Boxing Day Buffet Dinner at B2,200++ per person.
On Dec 30, Orchid Café's International Buffet Lunch is priced at B1,600++ per person and the Grande Seafood Buffet Dinner at B2,200++ per person). Orchid Café's New Year’s Eve International Buffet Lunch is priced at B1,800++ per person, while the New Year’s Eve International Buffet Dinner is B3,000++ per person. The New Year’s Eve Six-Course Set Menu at Rossini’s is B3,800++ per person and the Grande Jazzy New Year’s Eve at the Living Room is B1,300++ per person. At Barsu, a Festive Combo Sharing is B1,500++ for two persons. To kickstart 2023, Sunday Jazzy Brunch at Rossini’s and The Living Room is priced at B 2,690++ per person.
Dine In The Dark offers a four-course set menu and a glass of bubbly on Dec 24, 25, 30 and 31 for B2,200++ per person, while Le Petit Chef features a mouth-watering fine-dining menu brought to life by 3-D projection mapping technology, as the world’s smallest chef sprinkles his magic on each dish, from Dec 24-26 and Dec 30-31 for B3,600++ per person. On Jan 1, it costs B2,400++ per person. Grande Club members receive a 30% discount on food and 10% off beverages, while Marriott Bonvoy members get 10% off food and beverages and special prices on Line shopping at bit.ly/SGS_LINEShopping.
Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit
This year, Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit has an enticing line-up of events curated that will fill every member of the family with joy and delight. A Wine & Cheese evening will be held on Dec 21 from 7-9pm and is priced at B1,790++ per person. Tiny tots are treated to a magical experience at "Santa’s Workshop" on Christmas Eve from 2-5pm. Priced at B1,090++, it includes an adult and a chid. The family package is B1,999++ (two adults and two children). The Christmas Eve dinner at Voilà will feature all the favourites like roast turkey from 6-10.30pm and is priced at B2,390++ per person. Christmas Day brunch is priced at B2,390++ per person.
The countdown to 2023 begins at Voilà! The seafood buffet is priced at B2,990++ per person. Book by Dec 15 to avail an early bird discount of 15%. The last sunset of the year can be seen at Belga, while counting down to the new year. Free-flow draught beer package is priced at B1,500++ per person and the free-flow Champagne package is B2,990++ per person. New Year's Eve at Belga minimum spend on the terrace is B5,000++ per person, while the minimum spend in the restaurant is B4,000++ per person. Celebrate 2023 with an indulgent brunch at Voilà!, priced at B2,390++ per person. Book by 15th December to avail an early bird discount of 15%. Call 02-126-9999 or Line: @Sofitelbangkok.
Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok
Celebrate the most wonderful time of year at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River’s Holiday Afternoon Tea. The signature afternoon tea at The Lounge takes on a special festive theme with indoor-outdoor seating combine to create a social and engaging space. The tea is priced at B1,450++ per person and is served until Jan 1, 2023 from 2.30-5pm. At Riva del Fiume Ristorante, embrace an Italian Xmas Eve priced at B4,500++ per person for a six-course menu with wine pairing options available. Kids between the ages of six and 12 pay B2,900++. The Christmas Day Brunch is priced at B3,900++ per person Christmas Day brunch with B1,300++ per person for free-flow prosecco, wine & and cocktails, or B1,900++ per person for free-flow Delamotte NV Brut Champagne, house wine & cocktails. At Brasserie Palmier, Christmas Eve Dinner is served from 6pm and Christmas Day Lunch from 11.30am–2.30pm.
At Yu Ting Yuan, New Year’s Eve Dinner is priced at B12,000++ per person and includes a special nine-course menu. Private and semi-private dining rooms available, with a la carte pre-order required. Seating starts at 7.30-10pm and includes access to the hotel’s riverfront countdown party. Riva del Fiume Ristorante’s New Year’s Eve bash is priced at B12,000++ per person with a welcome glass of Delamotte NV Brut Champagne. B14,000++ per person includes prime riverside terrace seating, overlooking the riverfront countdown party with views of the fireworks and an eight-course menu with a welcome glass of Delamotte NV Brut Champagne and access to the riverfront countdown party. At Brasserie Palmier, the New Year’s Eve Dinner is B12,000++ per person for an eight-course menu with a welcome glass of Delamotte NV Brut Champagne, while B14,000++ per person includes prime riverfront terrace seating, with prime view of the fireworks and eight-course menu with a welcome glass of Delamotte NV Brut Champagne and access to the riverfront countdown party. BKK Social Club’s New Year’s Eve is from 5-8pm for pre-dinner a la carte signature drinks. From, 9pm-1am settle in for a night of great drinks, socialising and music. The minimum food and beverage spend of is B4,500++ per person and includes access to the exclusive riverfront countdown party. Call 02-032-0885 or Line: @FSBangkok.
Siam@Siam Design Hotel Bangkok
Head to Chim Chim for an art-inspired meal. From Dec 17 to Jan 1, 2023, seasonal platters will be on offer. There are two seafood platters, one at B1,990++ for two to three persons and B3,990++ for four to six people. There's also complimentary bubbly with every platter! Two special weekends, Christmas 24-25 and New Year's Dec 31 and Jan 1, 2023, are all about music and munching. The Vinyl Brunch is from 12-4pm. Call 094-972-4865 or Line: @chimchimbangkok.
Celebrate the festive season at Taan with "Chalong", the celebratory menu. The 10-course journey is priced at B4,500++ per person and an additional B2,500++ per person for wine pairing Dec 20-31. Call 065-328-7374 or Line: @taanbangkok.
Party to the other side of paradise at Paradise Lost from Dec 23-31. The chef pays homage to the hits of yesteryears with a specially curated festive menu. "The Last Sunset" of 2022 is priced at B2,000 per person, with canapes and three cocktails from 5-7pm. From 7pm, the "Game Over Countdown Party: Insert Champagne To Continue" begins with tickets starting from B2,000 with a drink. Line: @paradiselostbangkok.
KOH SAMUI & KOH PHANGAN
Anantara Lawana Koh Samui
From Dec 24-26, Anantara Lawana Koh Samui will host a seven-course Christmas dinner, featuring reinterpretations of classics, as well as fine patisseries, artisanal cheeses and familiar flavours paired with exquisite wines. Taking place at Tree Tops Signature Dining, among the canopies, the experience is priced at B3,500++ per person, with two seatings every night.
Christmas Dinner at Ocean Kiss and Crab Shack will see flame-cooked seafood and a selection of iconic Christmas mains for B1,999++ per adult, while children dine at half the price. On New Year’s Eve, Tree Tops Signature Dining will host a 10-course tasting menu priced at B7,500++ per person. After dinner, everyone will be invited to join a dazzling countdown party on the beach complete with a glass of Champagne and fireworks at midnight. With a special theme of “A Journey Through Thailand”, New Year’s Eve Gala on the resort beach (priced at B5,500++ per person) promises a whirlwind night of celebrations with a delicious buffet spread, live music, traditional Thai dancers, drummers and fire spinners.
The “New Year’s Spectacular Offer” includes three nights or more in a room or suite between Dec 29 and Jan 3, 2023, the New Year’s Eve gala dinner on the beach and daily breakfast for rates starting at B16,000 ++ per night based on double occupancy. Visit anantara.com/en/lawana-koh-samui.
Anantara Bophut Koh Samui
The Christmas Eve Dinner at the new signature dining venue, Guilty, has a live band, Christmas choir, Santa meet-and-greet and an exquisite five-course degustation menu priced at B2,850++ per person. Guests can also opt to join island-style celebrations on the beach where a buffet feast awaits for B2,450++ per adult with unlimited non-alcoholic drinks and B1,000++ per child, between the ages of five and 11, with unlimited soft drinks and a Christmas gift.
On Christmas Day, guests will be invited to the picturesque lilypond garden to socialise over warming tipples, Christmas carols and live music. A bountiful Christmas dinner buffet will be served and is priced at B2,250++ per adult with unlimited non-alcoholic drinks and B 00++ per child.
Sophisticated cocktails and canapes served at the lilypond garden will mark the start of New Year’s Eve festivities, followed by a night of glitz and glamour on the beach as the resort sets the stage for a New Year’s Eve White Gala featuring a live band, DJs, mesmerising fire spinners and dancers. The unlimited food and soft beverages package is priced at B5,500++ per adult and B2,500++ per child. Guests can also purchase a separate free-flow alcoholic package for B3,500++ or B4,500++ with Champagne.
The “New Year’s Stay Package” starts at B15,100++ per night based on double occupancy and includes a three-night or longer stay in a room or suite, New Year’s Eve gala dinner and daily breakfast for two between Dec 29 and Jan 3, 2023. Visit anantara.com/en/bophut-koh-samui.
Avani Chaweng Samui Hotel & Beach Club
Festivities will kick off with an epic pool party on Christmas Eve at Seen Beach Club Samui. Table packages of four people and more will be available for B3,500 with a bottle of spirit and mixers thrown in. On Christmas Day, Seen will be hosting its legendary brunch with prices start from B2,100++, including a complimentary bottle of bubbly for groups of four and more. On Dec 28, Seen will host the “Neon Carnival” to set the mood for New Year’s Eve celebrations.
On Dec 31, the New Year's Eve Dinner is priced at B2,500 ++ per person. Avani Chaweng Samui’s Festive Stay Package includes accommodation with daily breakfast, access to New Year’s Eve dinner and after-party at Seen Beach Club Samui and one-way airport transfer between Dec 29 and Jan 3, 2023, with prices starting from B10,000++ per night based on double occupancy. Visit avanihotels.com/en/chaweng-samui.
Avani+ Samui
Begin with a lively oceanside Christmas Eve BBQ that is priced at B1,999++ per person. On the Christmas Day, a laid-back lunch is priced at B1,299++ per adult and will be served poolside.
On New Year’s Eve, a Bohemian white party will be hosted on the beach with festivities kicking off at 7pm and priced at B3,999++ per person. “New Year’s Dreaming”, the festive stay package from Avani+ Samui, includes a scrumptious sand-between-the-toes New Year’s Eve dinner with live music and epic fireworks, followed by three nights of blissful slumber. The offer starts from B8,200++ per night, including chic accommodation with daily breakfast and New Year’s Eve Dinner for two and is valid for stays from Dec 29 to Jan 3, 2023. Visit avanihotels.com/en/samui.
Banyan Tree Samui
The resort kicks-off Christmas festivities on Dec 18 with a High Tea Buffet, including sparkling wine (bookings for two receive a bottle). A Christmas Eve Gala Dinner Buffet at The Edge restaurant will be hosted from 7-11pm. Beachfront dining at Sands Restaurant from Dec 24-26 with a festive five-course Christmas Gala Dinner Buffet or a special Candlelit Set Dinner on the beach. On Christmas Day, festive feasts include a Christmas BBQ at Sands with a fire show and live music, while Saffron Restaurant provides a traditional Festive Set Dinner. Call 077-915-333 or email saffron-samui@banyantree.com or sands-samui@banyantree.com.
Holiday Inn Resort Samui Bophut Beach
The resort on Bophut Beach is lining up exciting Christmas Eve and New Year activities on the beach, with advantageous room rates starting at B7,000 from Dec 23. Christmas Eve sees a real traditional spread with a buffet offering a giant salad bar, assorted appetizers, a selection of hot dishes, a carving station, a pasta and pizza station, a seafood and meat BBQ, and a choice of sausages. Children have their own menu and the sweets station will include Christmas log, Christmas pudding, stollen, hot crepes, ice cream and more. There will be Christmas carols, games, a visit from Santa and a lucky draw. Price per adult is B2,100 nett and for children between the ages of four and 12 years, B1,050 nett.
New Year’s Eve is an "Under The Sea" themed gala dinner, with a welcome cocktail reception and an international buffet dinner, priced at B3,400 nett and B1,700 nett for children between the ages of four and 12 years. There will be a fancy dress competition and a lucky draw. During dinner, the Trio band will entertain with popular hits. At 9:30pm, the action shifts to the Lazy Coconut and Sandbar, with a DJ live show that goes right through to the 2023 countdown and beyond, the partying continuing through to 1:00am. Call 077-951-777 or email hisamui.fbs@ihg.com.
Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas
The Christmas Eve Beach BBQ dinner on Dec 24 includes festive dishes such as roast turkey with cranberry sauce, log cakes, glazed ham and roast chestnuts served with mulled wine and eggnog. The experience is priced at B2,500++ per adult and B1,250++ per child, between the ages of six and 12. On Christmas Day, a generous Family Brunch is priced at B1,900++ per adult, including soft drinks, and B990++ per child.
To ring in 2023 in island style, the resort’s “Island Chic” New Year’s Eve Party promises endless tropical decadence with dancing on the sand, fireworks and a vast buffet featuring sushi and seafood, succulent meats, Thai and international specialties and mouth-watering desserts. Prices range from B9,500++ per adult with free-flow soft drinks and a glass of Champagne at midnight, and B4,250++ per child.
A festive stay can be booked for B20,000 ++ per night for five nights or more in a pool suite and includes a New Year’s Eve gala dinner and daily breakfast for stays from Dec 29 to Jan 3, 2023. Visit anantara.com/en/rasananda-koh-phangan.
HUA HIN
So Sofitel Hua Hin
At So Sofitel Hua Hin, ’tis the season to feel merry and bright, so get ready for some classic holiday cheer. Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a So Wonderland Christmas Eve Market, So Classic Christmas Family Dinner, Beach Society Christmas Seafood & Bubbles, New Year’s Eve Dinner and Countdown Parties. With the So Special Early Bird offer until Dec 10, book your stay for Dec 24-25 or Dec 30-31 and enjoy 10% off.
Festive drinks will be poured throughout December at White Oven & Beach Society and festive afternoon tea will be served for B800++ per set for two adults or B1,599++ including two glasses of bubbly. The festive cooking class, from Dec 24-31, costs B350++ per child, between the ages of four and 12. On Dec 24, the So Wonderland Christmas Eve Market starts at 5pm with free entry. The So Classic Christmas Family Dinner at Beach Society costs B1,699++ per adult and B2,899++ per adult with alcoholic drinks. Beach Society Christmas Seafood & Bubbles on Christmas Day costs B1,699++ per adult or B2,899++ with free-flow spirits.
The New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet at White Oven is priced at B1,990 ++ per adult or B3,590 ++ per adult with alcohol. On Dec 31, the five-course degustation dinner at Beach Society costs B3,990 ++ per adult or B5,590 ++ per adult with free-flow alcohol. Dinner guests at both venues enjoy complimentary access to the So 2023 Countdown Party to ring in the new year at Beach Lawn Countdown. Call 032-709-555 or email h9649@sofitel.com.
Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa
The resort has an array of epicurean experiences on Thailand’s golden Gulf Coast. The six-course Christmas Eve dinner at Amber Kitchen is priced at B3,380++, a six-dourse dinner at Big Fish & Bar is priced at B3,380++ per person, with two seatings. On Dec 25, the family buffet lunch and dinner at Amber Kitchen is priced at B3,380++ per person. The Christmas Day Six-Course Set Dinner at Big Fish & Bar is priced at B3,380++ per person, with two seatings. The Wonder of New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner at Amber Kitchen is B4,230++ per person and at Big Fish & Bar it's B4,230++ per person, with two seatings. Call 032-904-666 or email huahinrestaurants@marriott.com.
CHIANG MAI & CHIANG RAI
Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort
Embrace the fresh start of the festive holiday with warmth and happiness in the North. At Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort, the Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner is at Favola by the River and is priced at B1,799++ per person, the Christmas Brunch Buffet on Dec 25 is priced at B999++ per person.
New Year's Eve Celebration features "Petite" from The Voice Thailand and is in a K-pop, J-pop, East-Asian themed party. The New Year's buffet will serve Canadian lobsters, XL tiger prawns, imported oysters, and more. Priced at B2,299++ per person. Call 0-53-603-333 or email rsvn.chiangrai@lemeridien.com.
Le Meridien Chiang Mai
Le Meridien Chiang Mai is ringing in the new year with a seven-course dinner priced at B3,500 nett per adult. The beverage package starts from B400 nett per person. The hotel is also offering the “Elevate and Enjoy” package to enhance your stay for the festive season. Book now until Dec 31 for stays until March 31, 2023. Call 05-325-3666, email reservations.chiangmai@lemeridien or visit lemeridienchiangmai.com.
Meliá Chiang Mai
The hotel will host buffets on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. The Festive Sparkling Afternoon Tea for two, at Ruen Kaew Lounge will be available from Dec 1 until Jan. 31, 2023 from 2-5pm. On Christmas Day, Mai Restaurant & Bar will offer a four-course set northern Thai dinner, anchored by a main course of either slow and tender roasted beef filet steak with spicy toasted rice gravy, root vegetables and potatoes or wok-fried Andaman tiger prawns, New Zealand mussels, squid and lotus stems with salted egg rice. Call 052-090-699, email fb@meliachiangmai.com or visit melia.com.
KRABI
Banyan Tree Krabi
Nestled on Tubkaek Beach on the Andaman coastline, Banyan Tree Krabi will host a White Christmas Dinner at Naga Kitchen Restaurant Dec 24. A carving station will tempt with roast turkey while alternatives include tiger prawn, rock lobster, Australian ribeye beef, smoked salmon, a cheese platter and more. Included in the price of B2,600 nett per person, diners will be greeted with a welcome drink and be treated to live entertainment. Call 075-811-888 or email naga-krabi@banyantree.com.
Phulay Bay, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Curated by chef Christian Herrgesell, diners can look forward to creative Asian-inspired dishes such as river prawns with sambal manis, salmon with spicy tomato, pumpkin and som tam, and lemongrass chicken with yellow curry, avocado and pineapple. On Christmas Eve, the chef will be combining his culinary skills with chef Jakob Ehrensberger, the resort’s residential chef, to present a six-course tasting menu at Jampoon. Throughout the festive season, visitors can help build the “Sala Of Wishes” — a handcrafted gingerbread pavilion shaped just like the resort’s iconic greeting space. By purchasing gingerbread bricks, guests will be pledging a donation to the Krabi Special Education Center, which provides educational services for local children with disabilities. On Dec 31, the “Celestial Celebration” begins with “Golden Sunset Cocktails” at Chomtawan Bar and follows with the “Siam Stories Night Gala Dinner” at Sala Srichan. Visit ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/phulay-bay/hotel-overview/holiday.
PHUKET
Melia Phuket Mai Khao
Enjoy a festive dinner on Christmas Eve and a barbecue pool party on Christmas Day at Gaia Beach Club with a family-themed set menu dinner, accompanied by a gift-toting Santa Claus, as well as a DJ spinning the decks. The following day, Gaia will host a Christmas Day barbeque lunch and pool party at the adjacent beach pool framed with cabanas and sun lounges. In addition to popsicles, floating lilos and live DJ entertainment, a tropical pinata jam-packed with toys and sweets will be suspended from a tree and broken apart by youngsters. The resort’s Elyxr Café will serve organic, biodynamic and sustainable wines from Dec 22 to Jan 7, 2023. Call 076-563-550, email info@meliaphuketmaikhao.com or visit melia.com.
