From Christmas dinners to Turkey Takeaways, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island has it all and more
PARTNER CONTENT: December and the festive spirit are fast approaching Abu Dhabi, and Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island is all geared up for it!
From lighting up majestic Christmas trees to delectable dinners and more, the magical winter wonderland awaits all. In addition to a line-up of celebrations, there’s also something pretty special for those looking to host an intimate festive celebration.
For those looking for the perfect venue, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island’s expert team can organise a memorable celebration, all you need to do is call them up and plan the perfect festive party in the UAE capital!
And for some more cheer, explore the list and pick the perfect outing to spend quality time with your loved ones this December.
Festive Afternoon Tea
1 December 2023 to 6 January 2024
For a special festive-themed afternoon tea, head to the chic Osmo – Lounge and Bar and spend some quality time with your friends and family. Enjoy delicious festive treats including the likes of truffle bites, fresh pastries, and classic scones served with clotted cream and strawberry jam.
Paired with a selection of premium seasonal teas, coffees, and hot chocolate, it’s the perfect afternoon. And for a little more spirited fun, there are bubbly packages too!
Available daily from 12pm to 6pm. Price AED 250 for two, including welcome drinks. For reservations, call 02 208 6900
Takeaway Turkey
1 December 2023 to 6 January 2024
Enjoy a stress-free holiday gathering with your loved ones, while tucking into a traditional festive dinner in the comfort of your home.
All you need to do is order two days in advance and you will have a delicious butterball turkey brined in the hotel’s secret recipe. Served with all the trimmings, savour chestnut and apricot stuffing, roast potatoes, herb-roasted root vegetables, buttered brussels sprouts with chestnuts and crispy veal bacon, roast gravy, and cranberry sauce.
To sweeten the deal, opt for the traditional Christmas Yule Log or carrot cake from Osmo – Lounge & Bar, and it’s the perfect festive meal.
Available for collection between 10am and 10pm. Prices AED 585 for a 7kg butterball turkey and all the trimmings (serves six people), AED 500 (early bird discount, valid on or before 30 November 2023), AED 150 for a 1.5kg traditional Christmas yule log, AED 300 for a 2kg Osmo carrot cake. For reservations, call 02 208 6900
Christmas Tree Lighting
Friday, 8 December
Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island is hosting an enchanting Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony in the lobby area of Osmo – Lounge & Bar.
Sing along to holiday classics with the choir while little ones will get to meet Santa Claus, who will be handing out special surprises. Complimentary treats, hot chocolate, and mulled grape will be served to welcome the festive season in style.
Available at Lobby Lounge, 6pm onwards. For reservations, call 02 208 6900
Christmas Eve Dinner
24 December
Sit back and enjoy a Christmas Eve dinner with your friends and family at Graphos Social Kitchen. The extensive spread will include Christmas favourites from around the world such as roast turkey, traditional holiday dishes, and the freshest catch of the day, all served alongside delicious beverages and indulgent festive desserts.
Available from 6:30pm to 10:30pm. Prices AED 225 per person including soft beverages, AED 350 per person including house beverages, AED 95 for children from six to 12 years old. For reservations, call 02 208 6900
Christmas Day Brunch
25 December
Peckish after an exciting morning of unwrapping Christmas presents?
You’re in luck, for Graphos Social Kitchen is hosting a delicious Christmas Day brunch perfect for a day out. Enjoy the weather and views as you explore interactive cooking stations dishing up seasonal favourites, premium cuts, fresh seafood, and a variety of sweet treats.
And would it be Christmas without a special visit from Santa Claus?
Available from 1pm to 4pm. Prices AED 355 per person including soft beverages, AED 445 per person including house beverages, AED 95 for children from six to 12 years old. For reservations, call 02 208 6900
Festive Treats
1 December to 6 January
You cannot fully embrace the holiday spirit without a delectable range of festive goodies. Share the season’s joy by gifting your loved ones some yule logs, gingerbread men, macaroons, and other delicious treats. Head to Osmo – Lounge & Bar and pick out the perfect sweets to shower over your friends and family this festive season.
Available from 7am to 1am. For reservations, call 02 208 6900
Osmo Golden Hour
1 December to 6 January
Enjoy the beautiful sunset over Yas Bay while indulging in light bites and sundowners crafted by Osmo – Lounge & Bar’s expert mixologists. With a buy one get one offer to sweeten the deal, it’s time to treat yourself to the perfect post-work tipple!
Available daily from 4pm to 8pm. For reservations, call 02 208 6900
Roaring Twenties New Year’s Eve Gala
31 December
Usher in 2024 with glitz and glamour at a Roaring Twenties-themed New Year’s Eve party hosted on the hotel’s lush Yas Lawn. Located by the pool, it’s the most beautiful setting to bid adieu to 2023.
Indulge in an array of canapés, entrées, and delectable desserts throughout the night, while enjoying the live entertainment. Welcome the new year with the breathtaking fireworks display light up Yas Bay.
Available from 7:30pm to 1am. Prices AED 700 per person including soft beverages, AED 900 per person including premium beverages, AED 375 for children from six to 12 years old. For reservations, call 02 208 6900
Festive Pampering
1-31 December
The end of the year is the perfect time to unwind, and Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island knows how to do it right.
Get ready for the festive season with rejuvenating treatments at the luxurious eforea spa. Book a 60-minute Escape to Salt Island treatment and receive a generous 30-minute complimentary massage of your choice (shoulder, neck and scalp, feet, or head and face).
It’s pure indulgence.
Available Monday to Thursday from 10am to 10pm. Price AED 420 for a 60-minute Escape to Salt Island treatment and 30-minute massage. For reservations, call 02 208 6873
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