Finally it is time to bid adieu to the year 2020. The mood is yet sombre, and the world is still reeling under the onslaught of the microbe. Nevertheless, we are resilient and never say no to a good time, albeit with caution. Here are a few details about how to spend the Christmas and New Year with family and friends at any of these leading hotels that promise hygiene and physical distancing.
TAJ PALACE, NEW DELHI
ORIENT EXPRESS – a five-course meal at the multi-award-winning culinary destination.
December 24, 2020 – Classic Christmas Eve Dinner | INR 9000 inclusive of taxes per person
Premium beverage supplement: INR 3000 inclusive of taxes per person
December 25, 2020 – Traditional Christmas Feast | INR 9000 inclusive of taxes per person
Premium beverage supplement: INR 3000 inclusive of taxes per person
December 31, 2020 – An Unforgettable New Year’s Eve | INR 10000 inclusive of taxes per person
Premium beverage supplement: INR 3000 inclusive of taxes per person
CAPITAL KITCHEN – world-cuisine restaurant, with live music
December 24, 2020 – Traditional Christmas Eve Dinner | INR 4000 inclusive of taxes per person
December 25, 2020 – Classic Christmas Brunch | INR 6000 inclusive of taxes per person
December 31, 2020 – New Year’s Eve Gala | INR 7500 inclusive of taxes per person
January 1, 2021 – The First Brunch of the Year | INR 4000 inclusive of taxes per person
SPICY DUCK – Classic Sichuan and Cantonese
December 31, 2020 – INR 8500 inclusive of taxes per person
Supplement of INR 2500 inclusive of taxes per person for access to The Blue Bar
MASALA ART – traditional Indian feast
December 31, 2020 – INR 8500 inclusive of taxes per person
Supplement of INR 2500 inclusive of taxes per person for access to The Blue Bar
THE BLUE BAR – international music by a guest DJ, liquid buffet with live grills
December 31, 2020 – INR 9000 inclusive of taxes per person
Reserve your very own private couch at the alfresco at a supplement of INR 45000 inclusive of taxes
DINETTE DINING – curated private dining experiences with tailor-made menus, butler service, finest beverages
Dine Under The Stars – in private cabanas at the verdant putting greens or the serene poolside.
INR 75000 inclusive of taxes per couple onwards
The Garden Suite Experience – Private Terrace Garden along with spacious suites. custom-made dining
INR 150000 inclusive of taxes per couple onwards (Includes stay, custom dining at xperience at the private Terrace Garden, butler service and breakfast)
The Chef’s Studio – A unique by-appointment-only, en-suite studio kitchen, with your personal chef .
INR 50000 inclusive of taxes per couple onwards
FESTIVE LONG WEEKEND STAYOVER OFFER – Choose from any of the restaurant experiences during the Christmas or New Year’s Eve long weekend and avail of an exclusive stayover offer. Includes accommodation, breakfast and applicable taxes.
INR 7500 per room per night onwards
CHRISTMAS GOODIES AND BESPOKE FESTIVE HAMPERS – These thoughtfully-curated hampers with homemade artisanal confectioneries, festive gourmet treats and the finest luxury accessories.
Hampers: INR 3500 plus taxes onwards
Christmas Goodies: INR 2000 plus taxes per kg onwards
Menu: https://bit.ly/ChristmasGoodiesHampers_TajPalaceNewDelhi
QMIN HOLIDAY SOIRÉE – Experience Taj @ Home with curated Asian, European or Indian feasts, a magical virtual performance by the world-renowned Shillong Chamber Choir.
December 23, 2020 to January 3, 2021 (Pre-orders from December 18, 2020)
INR 2800 plus taxes for two persons
INR 5000 plus taxes for four persons
Kids’ Special Menu: INR 1400 plus taxes for two children
Place an order on the QminApp, available on Google Play Store & App Store. Or call 1800 266 7646
Menu: https://bit.ly/QminHolidaySoiréeMenu-TajPalaceNewDelhi
RESERVATIONS
Call +91-11-26110202 or email tphfb.del@tajhotels.com
OBEROI HOTELS
Pick from any of the Oberoi Hotels The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra; The Oberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur; The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur; The Oberoi Vanyavilas Wildlife Resort, Ranthambhore; The Oberoi Sukhvilas Spa Resort, New Chandigarh; Wildflower Hall, Shimla in the Himalayas – An Oberoi Resort and The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla. Oberoi Hotels & Resorts has been voted Best Safety & Hygiene Protocols by the Editor’s of Travel + Leisure, India & South Asia India’s Best Awards, 2020.
THE OBEROI AMARVILAS, AGRA:
New Year’s Eve – Gala Dinner at Bellevue, the all-day dining restaurant, offering world cuisine; Indian, Asian and Western. Live music with two-piece band.
Private Dinner by the poolside; Private Balcony Dining : candlelit dinner for two on the balcony of your room, against the silhouette of the Taj Mahal, personal butler, Choose between a specially curated four course dinner and Royal Indian ‘thali’. Duration 2 hours.
THE OBEROI RAJVILAS, JAIPUR: Idyllic retreat with luxury villas and royal tents in a fort-like setting.
New Year’s Eve – Expect a gastronomic feast of Indian and international cuisie. Live Rajasthani folk music, traditional dance performances and a DJ. Poolside Dinner with Rajasthani thali. Weather permitting. Live instrumental music can be arranged at a supplementary charge. Duration 2 hours.
THE OBEROI UDAIVILAS, UDAIPUR
Backdrop of the Aravalli Hills and located on the banks of Lake Pichola,
New Year. The menu for the evening is an exciting mélange of Indian and Western cuisines. Traditional Indian dance and DJ music. Sunrise Boat Ride. Duration 45 minutes
THE OBEROI VANYAVILAS WILDLIFE RESORT, RANTHAMBHORE: Wildlife luxury jungle resort, 180 kilometres from Jaipur.
New Year’s Eve – array of regional Indian and international cuisines served in the main dining room and starlit inner courtyard, around a glowing bonfire. Live band and dance performances from different states of India.
Sundowners at the Observation Tower : Sunset views across the jungle from the top of our private observation tower. Handcrafted Canapés personalised service. Duration 2 hours.
THE OBEROI SUKHVILAS SPA RESORT, NEW CHANDIGARH: Against a backdrop of 8,000 acres of the Siswan Forest Range at the foothills of the Himalayas, listed as ‘One of the World’s Greatest Places’ by TIME Magazine in 2018.
New Year – world cuisine, music from a live band and DJ, premium alcohols, on the house.
Forest Bathing : Set within 8,000 acres of protected natural forest, experience the calming, neurologically beneficial therapy of forest bathing or “taking in the forest atmosphere”. The medicine of being in the forest is said to boost the immune system, reduce blood pressure and stress, lift the mood, increase energy levels, improve sleep and much more. Duration 1 hour.
WILDFLOWER HALL, SHIMLA IN THE HIMALAYAS – AN OBEROI RESORT: The former residence of Lord Kitchener, framed by cedar forests.
New Year’s Eve dinner buffet, featuring an extensive selection of Indian and Western gourmet delicacies, live cooking stations, four piece live band.
Picnic at the Peak – Nature walk and an Oberoi picnic hamper on the grounds of “The Peak”; a bungalow that dates back to 1863, used as the weekend retreat for many a Viceroy, including Lord Ripon and Lord Lytton. Perched on a hilltop and nestled amongst ten acres of terraced apple orchards, “The Peak” offers beautiful views of the surrounding landscaped hill slopes. Suitable for all ages with moderate levels of fitness and included transport, guide, entry charges and food as per order. Duration 4 hours.
THE OBEROI CECIL, SHIMLA is a Heritage Grand Hotel. Culinary highlights at the hotel include a wide range of fine international, pan-Indian and local Himachali dishes with panoramic views of the mountains, cedar covered valley.
Walk in the Woods – The guided tour starts with a short walk (or drive) from The Oberoi Cecil to the village of Annadale, for a picnic lunch beside a stream. Opt for an invigorating climb back to our hotel or let us drive you in a luxury car. Duration 3 hours.
For further details, please visit https://www.oberoihotels.com, call 1800 11 2030 or email reservations@oberoigroup.com
SHERATON GRAND BANGALORE HOTEL AT BRIGADE GATEWAY
Christmas Eve Dinner at Feast – 24th December. Time – 7pm to 11pm.
INR 2200 for dinner & INR 3200 for dinner with alcohol
Christmas Day Brunch at Feast – 25th December. Time – 12:30pm to 4pm
INR 2200 for brunch & INR 3200 for brunch with alcohol
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Feast – 31st December. Time – 7pm to 11pm
INR 6400 All-inclusive per couple | Non-alcoholic dinner & Entertainment
New Year’s Eve Dinner at The Persian Terrace – 31st December. Time – 7pm to 11pm
INR 11500 All-inclusive per couple. Premium alcohol and World cuisine spread | Entertainment
New Year’s Eve Dinner at High Ultra Lounge – 31st December. Time – 7pm to 11pm
INR 8999 All-inclusive per couple | Unlimited food and alcohol | Entertainment
New Year’s Brunch at Feast – 1st January, 2021. Time – 12:30pm to 4pm
INR 2200 for brunch & INR 3200 for brunch with alcohol
For more information, please contact +91 9591996960 or 08042520127
ROSEATE HOUSE, NEW DELHI
For Christmas – the chefs at Del, the world cuisine bistro have a splendid buffet of international and local delights, in addition to yuletide goodies, such as Christmas Stollen, Roasted Christmas Turkey, Honey-glazed Ham, Log Cakes and more paired with unlimited house pours & Prosecco. There will be a jolly Santa with goodies for children to boost the Christmas spirit.
Christmas Eve Dinner at Del Packages
24th December, Timings: 7:00 PM -11:30 PM
Food & Soft Beverages – INR 2999 AI
Food &spirits – INR 4999 AI
25 December, Timings: 12 Noon – 3 pm at Kheer restaurant. Specially curated 4 course menu, include a welcome drink, followed by chaat on table, appetizers, main course and dessert.
INR 2999++ per person (veg & non veg)
Christmas Staycation at Roseate House New Delhi (24-26 December 2020)–
Inclusive of a night’s stay, breakfast and Wifi at very special prices
Deluxe Room – INR 7,499 ++
Premium Room – INR 8,499 ++
Club Room – INR 9,999++
Executive Suite – INR 12,999++
Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel directly at +91 11 71558800, or info.rhnd@roseatehotels.comand +011 3355 2211 or info.trnd@roseatehotels.com
THE LODHI, NEW DELHI
Enjoy a culinary extravaganza this Christmas and New Year with The Lodhi, New Delhi as you indulge in specially curated dining experiences. The celebrations begin on Christmas Eve and continue until the start of the New Year.
24th December 2020
Christmas Eve at Elan – Time: 7 PM onwards
Five-course dinner with premium drinks and sparkling wine
INR 6,500 + taxes per person
Christmas Eve at Perbacco, Safari Lounge – Time: 7 PM onwards
Five-course set menu paired with premium drinks and sparkling wine
INR 6,500 + taxes per person
25th December 2020
Christmas Brunch at Elan – Time: 12 PM – 4 PM
Buffet with premium beverages, champagne, and a live band
Pricing: INR 5,500 + taxes per person
INR 40,000 + taxes per cabana (maximum 4 guests)
31st December 2020
New Year’s Eve at Elan – Time: 9 PM – Midnight
Buffet with free-flowing champagne, premium spirits, Jazz band and DJ
INR 6,000 + taxes per person (indoor)
INR 10,000 + taxes per person (alfresco)
INR 50,000 + taxes per cabana (maximum 4 guests)
New Year’s Eve at Perbacco, Safari Lounge – Time: 7 PM onwards
Five-course dinner with premium drinks with sparkling wines
INR 6,500 + taxes per person
1st January 2021
New Year Brunch at Elan – Time: 12 PM – 4 PM
Buffet with wines, champagne and cocktails along with a Jazz band
INR 5,500 + taxes per person
INR 25,000 + taxes per couple for cabana
Outdoor Sunday Brunches – International offerings – European, Indian, Chinese, Japanese and Thai, at Elan’s scenic alfresco area.In addition, fresh, delectable fare from live stations, an exclusive health food station, cocktails on wheels and unlimited champagne.
Elan, The Lodhi; Time: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
INR 4,500 plus taxes per person (Champagne Brunch)
