Discover the Magic of Christmas in Cork
Where the Festive Season Comes Alive
Celebrate the rich traditions of Christmas with us here at The Montenotte in the heart of Cork City this December. Our stunning urban resort hotel is one of Cork’s finest locations and we offer everything you need for the ultimate Christmas experience in Ireland including a luxury stay, delicious food and drink, and the perfect spa retreat.
The Montenotte is located just minutes from Cork city so you can easily fit in a Cork shopping break in and around Patrick Street, with a visit to Brown Thomas, among others a must during your stay with us.
Christmas time in Cork, now known as “Corkmas” is about celebrating, discovering, and re-discovering the many experiences, and traditions, new and old, that make Christmas time in Cork so unique, heartwarming, and magical. Solas, the centrepiece of Cork’s Christmas offering this year, will open in November, heralding the beginning of the busy Christmas shopping period. It is a new magical immersive light experience in the public plaza that will have a unique appeal for all ages. The much-loved 30 metre wheel is also returning to Grand Parade.
Let the festivities begin
Panorama
A stylish restaurant with a vibrant atmosphere and eclectic touch no matter the season, and during the festive Christmas season, it’s no different as Panorama blends New York cool with Parisian chic, creating an experiential dining scene that evokes all the senses.
The seasonal Panorama festive table d’hôte lunch menu at €50 per person and the Panorama festive table d’hôte dinner menu at €60 per person celebrate fresh ingredients and local Irish produce, bursting with natural flavour. European in style with international influences, the menu has been created by our Executive Chef Martin Lovell. The perfect menus for inclusive dining and small group reservations.
The perfect celebration location
Festive Private Dining
Ideal for teams of 30 – 50 people, The Gallery Suite can be hired exclusively for a luxurious private dining experience this Christmas. Gather and celebrate with colleagues over a festive inspired menu, that celebrates the finest local ingredients, bursting with flavour. Available to hire for lunch or dinner, kick-off with a Montenotte Gin & Tonic drinks reception and a chance to mix and mingle, before being seated in The Gallery Suite for a memorable feast.
Stylish and sophisticated in its design, The Gallery Suite is a modern and contemporary space with several flexible options for set-up, depending on your preference. Tastefully decorated with beautifully adorned Christmas trees and glistening candlelight to reflect the season, the team can also add an array of finer details to bring your brand or company culture to life throughout.
Pricing per person is €89 including welcome drinks on arrival, a 4-course lunch or dinner and room hire.
Our events team are on hand to help and advise the best possible way for you and your group to celebrate this year.
Recover after Your Christmas shopping
Festive Afternoon Tea
Give your family and friends a pre-Christmas treat or simply get in the mood for the holidays. Whatever the reason, Festive Afternoon Tea at The Montenotte is a treat not to be missed. The hotel is beautifully decorated Christmas, and you can also enjoy our Artists in Residence in collaboration with The Kildare Gallery. An occasion to remember and savour.
Enjoy our indulgent Festive Afternoon Tea Menu which includes a selection of gourmet sandwiches, along with many festive sweet treats.
Afternoon Tea is served in Panorama, seven days per week and you can choose you arrival from 12.30pm – 3.15pm.
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Festive Breakaways
Enjoy an Overnight Stay in a Luxury Urban Resort this festive season, immerse yourself in the elegance of our Victorian Sunken Gardens and savour breathtaking views from our Panorama Terrace.
Indulge in a complimentary breakfast when you book directly with us.
Ring in the New Year in Unforgettable Style
New Years Eve 2025
Welcome the New Year with sophistication and indulgence by booking our exclusive New Year’s Eve experience, a thoughtfully curated package designed to delight the senses and elevate your celebration.
Your evening begins with a luxurious one-night stay for two in one of our elegantly appointed Boutique or Executive Rooms, where comfort meets contemporary charm. Awake to a leisurely start to the new year with a delicious breakfast and the added pleasure of a late 2:00 PM checkout, giving you ample time to relax and refresh.
As night falls, prepare to be captivated by a sumptuous six-course tasting menu served at the renowned Panorama Restaurant, where refined cuisine is perfectly paired with a glass of celebratory bubbles – all set against breath-taking views that promise to make the evening truly memorable.
As midnight approaches, ascend to The Glasshouse Rooftop Cocktail Bar, where live music and expertly crafted cocktails create the perfect backdrop for counting down to the New Year under the stars.
Celebrate with elegance, dine with delight, and welcome 2026 in the most extraordinary way.
Give the gift of luxury this Christmas
Gifting
A gift voucher for The Montenotte unwraps an unforgettable experience at a luxurious urban escape, that combines the social vibrancy of a cosmopolitan city with a luxurious hideaway feel and presented in our exceptional gift packaging.
CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Wednesday December 24th – Our doors close at 6pm.
December 25th & 26th – The hotel will remain closed.
Saturday December 27th – The hotel reopens at 12noon.
(Please note that The Residences are available to book throughout the Christmas period including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and St Stephens’ Day on a self-catering basis only)