With Christmas around the corner and properties in key festive destinations across Europe and the Americas, NH Collection Hotels & Resorts is celebrating its tenth anniversary by sharing its top ten recommendations of Christmas markets to visit this year.

Travellers looking to celebrate the anniversary and book a last-minute Christmas escape can take advantage of the current winter offer with discounts of up to 25% off (if they are a member of the NH Discovery loyalty program) on new bookings for stays until the 29th of April 2025 for bookings made by the 11th of April 2025.

NH Collection Gent

Recently opened in early November, NH Collection Gent offers the perfect base for a festive escape. The four-star property is in the historic centre of Ghent, as is the Ghent Christmas Market with more than 150 wooden huts to explore, allowing visitors to make most of the famous Christmas market within minutes of the hotel. With 174 rooms, guests can relax after a busy day exploring the city and indulge in festive delicacies at the Spinners Restaurant.

NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa

The iconic Senate Square hosts Helsinki’s oldest and most famous Christmas market, just a 15-minute walk from the luxurious NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa. The hotel boasts 224 elegantly decorated rooms that blend Nordic design with modern comfort. Guests can relax and rejuvenate in the hotel’s exceptional wellness facilities, including a traditional Finnish sauna, steam room and the USVA by Terhen spa, which offers a range of treatments rooted in Finland’s rich wellness traditions and natural beauty.

NH Collection Copenhagen

Copenhagen’s famous Tivoli Gardens transform into a winter wonderland every December. Five minutes by car (or approx. 10 minutes by bicycle for those keen to explore the city on two wheels), visitors will find the NH Collection Copenhagen, ideally located by the harbour in the vibrant Christianshavn neighbourhood. The hotel features 394 elegantly designed rooms, many with stunning harbour views and sights such as the Royal Library or the colourful Nyhavn district within walking distance.

NH Collection Heidelberg

The Heidelberg Christmas Market spans several locations and is set against the backdrop of the city’s medieval Old Town and the majestic Heidelberg Castle. The stylish NH Collection Heidelberg is less than a ten-minute walk to the Old Town, making it an ideal base. The hotel’s 168 rooms are split between modern premises and the historical part of the former Heidelberg Brewery. The bar celebrates the building’s history as a former brewery, serving a curated selection of local beers.

NH Collection Frankfurt Spin Tower

One of the oldest and largest markets in Germany, the Frankfurt Christmas Market takes over the heart of the city, centering around the historic Römerberg square. NH Collection Frankfurt Spin Tower offers 414 stylish rooms inspired by New York’s unique design, providing a relaxing and elegant environment. The hotel boasts a terrace on the third floor that offers beautiful views of Frankfurt’s skyline, extra special during the festive season.

NH Collection New York Madison Avenue

There is no denying that the city of New York is a winter wonderland during the holiday season and the NH Collection New York Madison Avenue provides easy access to some not-to-be-missed Christmas attractions such as the Union Square Holiday Market and the world-famous Rockefeller Centre Christmas Tree. There are 288 rooms, some with views of the Empire State Building views, and a 1950s-inspired MAD Lounge & Bar celebrating NYC’s golden age of advertising.

NH Collection Lisboa Liberdade

Lisbon’s lively Wonderland Lisboa at Parque Eduardo VII is just a walk down the iconic Avenida da Liberdade from the NH Collection Lisboa Liberdade. The property is perfectly located for a Christmas shopping trip, surrounded by luxury boutiques and historic landmarks. There are 83 rooms, some boasting stunning views of São Jorge Castle and the Tagus River and the hotel’s rooftop pool and bar area offers 360° city views.

NH Collection Barcelona Gran Hotel Calderón

The stunning five-star NH Collection Barcelona Gran Hotel Calderón is in the Quadrant D’Or, minutes from the city’s major landmarks and two of the most famous Christmas markets: the Mercat de Nadal de la Sagrada Família, set against the backdrop of Gaudí‘s masterpiece, and the Fira de Santa Llúcia, held in front of Barcelona Cathedral. The property boasts 255 spacious and stylish rooms, an outdoor rooftop swimming pool open year-round and a rooftop bar, Eleven BCN, offering 360° vistas of the city and the perfect spot to relax with a cocktail and take in the beauty of Barcelona at Christmas.

NH Collection Milano CityLife

For guests staying at the awe-inspiring NH Collection Milano CityLife, the Mercatino di Natale at the Piazza Duomo is easily accessible by public transport or car. This property is a masterful mix of old and new, as it was built from the structure of the 1934 Church of Christ the King and preserves some of its original features. There are 185 tastefully designed rooms and a range of F&B services including Tailors Restaurant, Tailors Cocktail Bar and a rooftop bar with views across Milan’s gorgeous skyline.

NH Collection Madrid Eurobuilding

One of Madrid’s most iconic Christmas markets is the Mercado de Navidad de la Plaza Mayor in the heart of the city. The NH Collection Madrid Eurobuilding is the ideal base for those looking for a gastronomy-centred break with several F&B outlets including Michellin-starred DiverXO restaurant by Dabiz Munoz, Casa de Comidas and 99 Sushi Bar, as well as Bikini Bar and Mau Mau nightclub perfect to enjoy one (or two) Christmas drinks. The property has 423 rooms, including a VIP Level, a state-of-the-art spa and incredible sports facilities including a cycling room and paddle tennis courts.

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