Festive Season

Celebrate the festive season in the heart of art, fashion and culture. Discover special menus and curated experiences throughout the hotel and treat yourself to a ‘Season’s Sparkle’ stay in London this festive season.

Let the Celebrations Begin

Celebrate the festive season at Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, set amidst London’s dazzling festive lights. Whether you're planning a larger celebration with friends and colleagues or an intimate occasion with loved ones, the hotel offers something magical. Enjoy Akira Back's modern Japanese cuisine, outstanding Korean-inspired dishes in Dosa, vibrant cocktails at ABar Lounge, or take in views of the festive lights at ABar Rooftop. Make this holiday season truly unforgettable in London’s prime festive location.

Festive Stays

Feel the magic of London’s most iconic festive destination with a luxury stay in the heart of Mayfair. Immerse yourself in the artistic atmosphere while enjoying the luxury and convenience of having world-class shopping and seasonal attractions right at our doorstep.

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Season’s Sparkle

Add elegance and sparkle to your holiday stay. Enjoy a personal shopping experience at Liberty, champagne at ABar Rooftop, and festive treats in your room, including a cocktail, sweet treat, and a Christmas decoration kit. Breakfast is also included.

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One More Night

Make the most of your stay in London's most luxurious neighbourhood, surrounded by dazzling lights, luxurious shopping, and festive cheer. Book four nights and receive the fourth night complimentary.

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Festive Workshops

This festive season, the hotel offers a calendar of cultural events, including immersive workshops celebrating traditional and modern crafts. Held every Thursday from 28 November to 19 December at 10:30am, these intimate sessions for just 12 guests include wreath-making, calligraphy, and charm decorating with Boyarde.

Wreath Decorating with Lavender Green

28 November

Spend a morning creating a beautiful wreath with Lavender Green, guided step-by-step through the process. Using dried oranges, cinnamon, pinecones, and a variety of baubles and ribbons, you’ll make a 12” wreath to take home in a presentation box. Suitable for all skill levels, this class is the perfect seasonal craft experience.

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Calligraphy Masterclass with Montblanc

5 December

Get creative with a festive calligraphy workshop in partnership with Montblanc, where you’ll craft beautiful handwritten cards, gift tags and place cards. You’ll also receive a Montblanc workbook and an exclusive invite to their showroom. Embrace the holiday spirit and write under the Montblanc Christmas tree at the Director’s Desk in our hotel lobby.

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Furoshiki Gift Wrapping Masterclass with Tomoko Kakiata

12 December

Discover the art of Japanese gift wrapping in a Furoshiki masterclass with Tomoko Kakiata. Learn to wrap gifts in beautiful, reusable cloth Furoshiki. This cultural experience includes Furoshiki wrapping cloth designed by Tomoko to take home, along with a copy of her book - Furoshiki: And the Japanese Art of Gift Wrapping, making your gifts both thoughtful and eco-friendly.

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Bespoke Charms By Boyarde

19 December

Join renowned British pop artist Boyarde Messenger in an exclusive workshop to personalise your own leather charm. Crafted and hand-painted in her London studio, your bespoke charm can also double as a unique Christmas bauble. Take home a beautifully gift-boxed, one-of-a-kind accessory from a pioneer of the luxury wearable art movement.

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A Taste Of The Season

Step into Akira Back and embrace the festive spirit with a one-of-a-kind experience. Enjoy modern Japanese dishes with a festive twist, gather for bespoke holiday menus in our private dining rooms, or toast the season with champagne at ABar Rooftop or ABar Lounge.

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Dine beneath the triple-height sky roof and celebrate in style. Enjoy Akira Back’s modern Japanese dishes, such as kimchi-glazed Brussels sprouts and the Gillardeau Oyster Wagyu Shooter. Festive menus will be available throughout the season, with exclusive offerings on Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.

Festive Group Menu
Festive Canapé Menu

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'Tis the Season at ABar AfterDark

Party the night away this festive season at ABar AfterDark, promising an unforgettable celebration filled with glamour, music and vibrant energy. Nestled in the heart of the hotel, ABar Lounge transforms into the place to be seen with live DJs from 7pm Wednesday to Saturday until closing. ABar Lounge is the ultimate venue to toast to the holiday season in style.

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A Unique Festive Menu

For a more private celebration, gather in one of our three elegant private dining rooms. Enjoy a specially curated festive set menu for up to 34 guests, paired with hand-selected wines and champagnes by our sommelier. Contact our events team to create the perfect festive soirée.

Festive Group Menu
Festive Canapé Menu

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New Year’s Eve

Welcome 2025 with two exclusive experiences. Begin with cocktails at ABar Lounge, followed by a luxurious dinner in Akira Back, then ring in the New Year with Dom Pérignon and breathtaking views of London’s firework display at ABar Rooftop (GBP 595 per person). Alternatively, enjoy cocktails at ABar Rooftop, dinner in Akira Back, and see in the New Year at the vibrant ABar Lounge (GBP 345 per person).

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The Magic of Mayfair

Mayfair comes alive with festive lights, including a unique Chanel installation on Bond Street and 300,000 twinkling lights over Oxford Street. Mandarin Oriental Mayfair features three distinct trees: a golden bonsai with origami fans in the entrance, a copper pine sculpture by Lee Gil Rae in Akira Back, and Montblanc’s paper book Christmas tree for writing and sending holiday cards.