There’s nothing quite like arriving at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate for a Christmas break, the air filled with the scent of spiced mulled wine, the warmth of a heartfelt welcome, and the glow of crackling open fires. The atmosphere is rich with festive anticipation. Celebrate the season in one of Ireland’s most magical settings with our luxurious three-night Christmas package. Enjoy gourmet dining, fine wines, scenic winter walks, and a host of activities and entertainment for the whole family, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Galway’s West Coast.
Included in Package:
Three nights luxurious accommodation
À la carte breakfast each morning for two people
Mulled-wine on arrival
Christmas Eve Dinner (24th December)
Festive Christmas Day Lunch with a glass of champagne (25th December)
Glenlo Abbey's Famous Festive Quiz
Supper on Christmas Day (25th December)
Christmas Eve - 24th December
Arrive from 3pm on Christmas Eve and savour a warming glass of mulled wine by an open fire. Once you have become acquainted with your luxuriously appointed guest room why not take advantage of our onsite activities, with scheduled movies in the Abbey movie theatre and serenity walks on the estate. As afternoon becomes evening enjoy a candlelit dinner in the elegant River Room or The Pullman, draped in festive décor and later relax by the open fires with a night cap of creamy hot chocolate and mince pies served in the Ffrench room.
Christmas Day - 25th December
Christmas Daty is a magical day at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate as Santa Claus has arrived left a gift for each of our guests. Breakfast is served in the River Room Restaurant where you can spend the morning relaxing with loved ones. That afternoon our resident pianist will play some traditional Christmas songs which can be heard throughout the Ffrench room and onto the Abbey. A traditional Christmas Banquet will then be served in the River Room Restaurant. The festivities continue with a light fork supper served that evening and a selection of Christmas movie classics screened in the Abbey Theatre. Those wishing to test their general knowledge can participate in our Christmas Quiz where there are some excellent prizes instore for the winning teams.
St. Stephens Day – 26th December
Having enjoyed Chrismas Day, awaken to breakfast at your leisure on St. Stephen’s Day. Explore all that Galway has to offer, or take a trip out towards scenic Connemara. Our 9 hole Christy O’Connor Jr. designed golf course, Glo Spa and wellness or a refreshing estate walk can all be enjoyed at your own pace. The Glenlo Christmas Tradition is continued on this day where all our guests get to enjoy a spectacular falconry display in the walled garden. There are an abundance of activities to entertain and build an appetite ahead of further indulgences.
27th December
After a magical three-night stay wrapped in festive elegance, your Christmas escape concludes with a final indulgence, a leisurely festive breakfast served in the beautiful surroundings of the River Room. As you savour your last moments at Glenlo Abbey, the warmth of your experience will linger, leaving you refreshed and ready to depart on your merry way, carrying treasured memories of a truly special holiday.
For more information or to book the Christmas Package, contact our reservations team on +(091) 411 273 or email glenloreservations@glenloabbey.ie
