CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR
Experience Christmas on the South Coast. THE NICI is where it’s at this festive season! Perfect for a team night out or a get-together with friends and family. Why not join us for a host of wonderful festivities?
FESTIVE DINING
CHRISTMAS EVE
Celebrate Christmas Eve with a touch of coastal sparkle at South Beach. As the sun dips and the lights begin to glimmer, settle in for festive flavours, relaxed seaside vibes, and that unmistakable holiday glow. Whether you’re toasting with friends or easing into the celebrations with family, Christmas Eve at South Beach is all about good company, great food, and a beautifully laid-back start to the festivities.
CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH
SOUTH BEACH & OLD HARRY ROCKS
25th December 2025
Gather at THE NICI for an unforgettable Christmas Day Dining Experience. Enjoy a lavish 3-course menu at South Beach complete with the chef’s canapé selection as you and your closest are soothed by the sounds of a live harpist.
Or indulge in a festive feast at Old Harry Rocks, serving up all the trimmings, with a choice of succulent mains including whole slow roast free range goose! Good food, great company, and a live DJ spinning festive sounds – just the way Christmas should be!
CHRISTMAS DAY EVENING BUFFET
SOUTH BEACH
25th December 2025
As the biggest day of the year winds down, leave the washing up at home and head to South Beach for a relaxed evening of delicious food and live music from Martin Murphy. Sip Champagne, play games with loved ones or unwind in the lounge with loved ones.
The perfect send off for the most wonderful time of the year.
£39 Per Person | £19.50 Per Child
BOXING DAY LUNCH
SOUTH BEACH
26th December 2025
Enjoy a stress-free Boxing Day lunch at South Beach, where delicious food and stunning sea views create the perfect setting for quality family time. Let us do the cooking with a specially crafted set menu, while you relax and savour the holiday spirit together.
3 Courses | £45 per person
BOXING DAY ON THE CLIFF
OLD HARRY ROCKS
26th December 2025
Head from the refreshing Boxing Day beach walk straight up the West Cliff Zig-Zag to the warming soul of Old Harry Rocks. Enjoy our Alpine-inspired a la carte as a DJ spins live beats. Perfect for unwinding with family after a hectic festive period.
NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATIONS
NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA
South Beach
Ring in 2026 with a glamorous five-course gala dinner, flowing fizz, and live saxophonist and DJ that keeps you dancing ‘til late.
Then ease into the new year as you mean to go on with a relaxed, flavour-packed New Year’s Day lunch by the sea alongside your favourite people who matter most.
Please note that this is a black tie event.
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
Old Harry Rocks
Welcome the New Year in true Old Harry Rocks style – with cocktails flowing, an epic feasting menu, and our DJ spinning live beats until 1am.
It’s the full Old Harry Rocks experience: great food, great music, and that effortless coastal cool we’re known for. Gather your friends, grab a table, and toast to the year ahead — New Year’s Eve done the OHR way.
NEW YEAR’S DAY
SOUTH BEACH
1st January 2026
Ease into 2026 with a laid-back lunch at South Beach. Think bold flavours, coastal views, and a little indulgence to start the year right.
3 courses | from £42 per person
NEW YEAR’S DAY ON THE CLIFF
OLD HARRY ROCKS
1st January 2026
Start the New Year in style with a relaxed visit to Old Harry Rocks. Enjoy our Alpine-inspired à la carte menu served all day, perfect for easing into 2026 with family and friends.
Settle in by the roaring fire, cosy up with our Alpine furs, and take in the coastal views as you toast to fresh beginnings. Calm, cosy and effortlessly stylish – it’s the perfect way to kick off the year.
Good food, great company, and a New Year done right.
CHRISTMAS STAYS
CHRISTMAS STAYS
Feel world’s away from it all and yet totally at home – welcome to Christmas and New Year stays at THE NICI. Browse our offers here to book your festive retreat to the coast this season…
TWIXMAS
That sweet spot between Christmas and New Year? Do it properly. Sleep in, spa out, sea-view strolls, long lunches and zero emails. Twixmas stays at The NICI are all about slowing down, switching off and stretching the festive magic just a little longer. Because the best days of the holidays are the ones with nowhere to be.
GIFTING
The Gifts of Laidback Luxury
Treat someone special (or start dropping hints!) to an unforgettable experience at THE NICI. This is the gift of time, of anticipation, and of indulgent, laidback luxury – all wrapped up in memories to treasure. What could be better?
STAY WITH US
Make THE NICI your home for this year’s festivities. From a cosy night away to something more indulgent, stay with us this Christmas or New Year to make it truly unforgettable.
DINE WITH US
From pre-Christmas dining with friends and family, indulgent festive afternoon teas, the big day itself, to our incredible New Year’s Eve hotel parties, we’ve got it all at South Beach and Old Harry Rocks.
SPA WITH US
Our relaxing spa experiences are the ultimate way to unwind for the festive season – think winter-warming treatments, tranquil spaces, and a little well-deserved luxury.
Party With Us
Group of 11 or More?
Celebrate in style with us this Christmas and New Year’s Eve in Bournemouth. Whether you’re planning a dazzling corporate gathering or an unforgettable team celebration, our stunning spaces, exquisite festive menus, and exceptional service set the scene for a season to remember.
With limited spaces left at our Saturday night Shared Parties – 19th and 20th December – this is your cue to secure your spot before they’re gone.
Late to the Party?
Keep the celebrations going and book your January festive party from just £55 per person.
FAQs
What dining experiences are available over Christmas?
Guests can enjoy festive afternoon teas, pre-Christmas dining, Christmas Day dinners, Boxing Day brunch, and New Year’s Eve parties.
Are deposits required for bookings?
Yes—many festive bookings, such as party celebrations, require a non-refundable deposit, which is dependent on the size of the party/guests, and full payment ahead of time.
What’s included in the Christmas stay?
The offer includes full access to spa facilities, outdoor pool, games room, cinema, and the water sports centre, from £295 per night.
What are the cancellation policies?
Cancellation often needs to be made up to 72 hours before to avoid penalties—this applies to Boxing Day brunch and other events.
For more frequently asked questions, visit our FAQs page.