We have 8 venues to offer at The Waldorf, which are suitable for a broad range of Christmas parties. Our bar, The Wild Monkey is perfect for a smaller, more intimate celebration as it hosts up to 50 guests, but has a unique offering of South African canapé’s and signature cocktails that can be made bespoke.

With a capacity for 400 guests, our grand Palm Court is a magnificent choice for hosting large Christmas parties. Featuring marble flooring and a glass ceiling with perfect, natural light - it’s timeless and spacious. The Palm Court was used when the first Tango Teas came to London in the 1900’s, to this day, the original scuff marks from the dancer’s shoes are still visible. It is steeped in history and is a breathtaking space for a Christmas party.

Another venue to note is the Executive Boadroom, which is also steeped in history but has a more classic, old-gentleman’s cigar room feel to it. When dressed with Christmas decorations, the space becomes cosy and intimate, and the perfect space to host a small Christmas gathering with friends and family over the holidays.

At The Waldorf, we focus on sensory layering to make the guest feel the festive season, not just see the decorations.

Upon entry, uplifting classic Christmas tunes play in the background, in Jazz style, fitting perfectly with the grand Edwardian architecture of the Hotel.

Upon arrival guests are welcomed into the lobby – a perfect combination of modern luxury with accents of the hotel’s history shining though. The lobby is decorated with deep, rich reds and golds - fitting perfectly into the elegant feel of the hotel. The grand Christmas trees are traditional and nostalgic, perfectly decorated in all key spaces of the hotel. Bright red bows and bauble garlands hang proudly, framing the lobby and our largest event room, The Palm Court. The hotel is infused with a subtle but fresh, festive fragrance, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the hotel. It truly feels like the perfect seasonal haven after stepping in from the busy streets of central London.

The Waldorf Hilton is passionate about minimising food waste so on top of training our staff to recycle and dispose of waste responsibly, we aim to reuse ingredients which didn’t get used during other services. For example, we use pineapple that was leftover during the breakfast service for a cocktail recipe for our bars. Also, for large events such as a Christmas party, we aim to have as many dishes as possible made with the same ingredients.

The Waldorf also works with a charity called WorkFit, a charity that helps people with Down Syndrome find employment and progress in their careers. Two members of our restaurant staff were employed through WorkFit and are both a credit to the Waldorf team.

The hotel also works ‘Suited and Booted’, a charity which focuses on equipping vulnerable men to get back into employment. The charity provides them with a professional outfit to give them the motivation and confidence for a job interview.

Another impactful charity The Waldorf supports is ‘Fair Shot’, a charity which helps people with learning difficulties and autism find employment in hospitality. They arrange and provide work experience and training and aims to help them achieve long-term employment.

We also aim to be socially and environmentally responsible within hotel departments. For example, during the Christmas period, the commercial office collected Christmas presents to donate to a charity who will gift them to children who may not receive any.

Finally, when planning an event, our team offers the event organisers the opportunity to reduce their carbon emissions. If they wish to proceed with this option, we reach out to the organisation we work with to reduce the carbon footprint of the party.

The Christmas cocktail menu from one of the bars here at The Waldorf has been crafted to capture the essence of Christmas in London and align with the festivities of the hotel.

They have been specially crafted by our Bar team to taste nostalgic, comforting and warming - perfect for Christmas!

The taste of the cocktails harmonise with the warm and peaceful feeling of The Edwardian style bar. Grand and articulate with gentle jazz playing in the background, guests can't help but feel cozy and relaxed. Good Godfrey’s is a popular option to enjoy post - Christmas party cocktails and unwind from a busy night of partying.

A popular package for Christmas parties is a DJ, canapés and drinks reception. This combination goes perfectly in The Palm Court where loud music can be played until 10:30pm (in consideration of hotel guests.) If the guest wishes a longer night of music and dancing, the Adelphi ballroom is the perfect space as the party can continue until 2:00am. Many Christmas parties enjoy food and cocktails in The Palm Court then head into Adelphi to continue the party late into the night.

We also offer clients the opportunity to collaborate with the bar team to create their very own cocktails for the Christmas party. They can design the drink to fit the theme of their party with specialist help from our bar team to bring their ideas to life.

From the very first Christmas party enquiry, a member of our commercial team is dedicated to ensuring the vision of the party is brought to life. The initial site visits are an opportunity to show the hotel in its natural form and discuss ideas and possibilities for the event. We then progress to pre-event meetings with the clients, F&D team and chefs to thoroughly detail the event to make sure we are fully equipped to deliver an unforgettable experience.

From the initial event planning to the delivery of the party, all staff maintain The Waldorf’s high standard and embrace their passion for hospitality to create a memorable Christmas party. Being in the heart of London, a Christmas party at the Waldorf is that extra bit special.

The Palm court has the capacity to host a DJ and powerful music system, making it the perfect setting for a large, energetic Christmas Party and a night full of music and dancing.

The Wild Monkey and Good Godfrey’s, are a great add-on to any Christmas party. A popular arrangement for events is a private pre- drinks reception at The Wild Monkey before setting off into our iconic Palm Court or Homage restaurant for the main Christmas event. Additionally, at the The Wild Monkey, we have our very own live music from singer and guitarist, James, who has proved to be a very popular.

We encourage add-ons such as a drinks reception in the bar or rooms to stay the night so that guests, even if they are just here for a Christmas party, can maxamise their Waldorf experience.

When guests have a sequence of events as part of the Christmas party, it enhances the experience and helps it feel like a true Waldorf journey.

Despite being a four-star hotel, The Waldorf consistently delivers 5-star experiences, especially for events such as Christmas parties. The unique combination of outstanding venues, location and impeccable service creates the perfect recipe for a truly unforgettable Christmas party.