In a season that invites reflection, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong welcomes the community to gather together and find quiet comfort in an Enchanted Wonderland.
Thoughtful collaborations, unhurried dining, gentle rituals, and small acts of giving have been specially designed to bring friends and family closer through new traditions. Like a Christmas stocking, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong holds a multitude of surprises for the holidays. Throughout the hotel, daily gestures of kindness and moments of wonder add a sense of warmth for guests as they explore and create unforgettable #RCMemories.
Moments to treasure together with Maison Diptyque
The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong’s level 9 lobby has transformed into a festive interlude of wax and gold, reflecting the natural elegance of Maison Diptyque’s Holiday 2025 collection. The lobby warmly glows with a 16-foot Christmas tree, adorned with ten distinct styles of Diptyque ornaments that harmoniously weave The Ritz-Carlton’s iconic lion and crown emblem with signature design elements from the Maison’s holiday collection.
Nestled next to the Christmas tree, the Diptyque Outpost invites unhurried discovery of the Maison’s holiday collection, a quiet nook that serves as a sanctuary for daydreaming and wonderment. At the heart of this setting stands a gloriette, crowned with a sparkling pinecone atop and an oversized papier-mâché trees inside with lights subtly twinkling to illuminate the experience. The Diptyque Outpost serves as the perfect retreat from the world outside, providing guests, both young and old, with an opportunity to experience the brand’s exquisite collection within the hotel. This exclusive collaboration with Diptyque celebrates the art of fine fragrance and offers guests a multi-sensory experience that extends from the lobby to the Club Rooms. The Diptyque Scented Getaway stay package, available through December 31, invites Club Rooms and Deluxe Suite guests to share in a one-of-a-kind “Unveil the Golden Tale” experience at the Diptyque Outpost. Here, guests open a beautifully bound book to reveal a hidden set of bookmarks. Upon selecting one, a delicate mist of fragrance reveals surrealist art, each unveiling to represent a complimentary gift, from a 2ml Eau Rose EDT, to Festive Traffic Stopper, or 35g Baies Candle.
As part of the Diptyque Scented Getaway guests can also have an opportunity to create hand-crafted pinecone wreaths during the exclusive Wreath Workshop on December 7. Guests staying from December 8 onwards will instead receive a complimentary Diptyque Figuier (Fig Tree) classic candle (6.5 oz). This luxurious accommodation package also includes Club Lounge access, a Diptyque In-Room Curated Kit, Diptyque Outpost Exclusive Invitation, and a collection of tantalizing welcome amenities for the senses, including one bottle of Ritz Champagne or Sparkling Tea, a HKD 800 spa or dining credit per stay, a The Ritz-Carlton festive-themed lion, and a delicate festive cake.
Giving back, together
This year, the Enchanted Wonderland extends into the community through a meaningful philanthropic partnership with “Rise Wise Foundation.” This registered Hong Kong charity, dedicated to supporting individuals with special educational needs (SEN) and mental health challenges through animal-assisted therapy, will benefit from the proceeds after costs from the sale of special Christmas-edition The Ritz-Carlton Lion plush toys, available exclusively at the Christmas Magical Wooden House in the level 9 lobby.
Within this charming winter setting, which will also feature a magical snowfall moment every evening at 6 p.m, guests can discover not only these special lions, priced at HK$100 each, but also explore a delightful variety of Christmas gifts, from themed beverages to fragrant desserts. The Christmas Magical Wooden House on level 9 serves as a whimsical holiday marketplace, where each purchase of a commemorative lion adds another touch of magic to the season of giving, allowing visitors to carry home both enchanting seasonal treats and the warmth of contributing to the good of the local community.
Sweet traditions: Little surprises and shared smiles
The surprises continue to be revealed as you ascend to the 103rd floor, where the stunning check-in lobby becomes a gentle expression of craft and imagination. At its heart stands a life-sized gingerbread house, meticulously designed within a woodland scene of hand-decorated cookies, mushrooms, and candy canes, offering a welcoming backdrop for portraits and leisurely conversations.
To allow visitors to extend these moments of magic, the hotel’s beloved Gingerbread House Making Workshop returns on the weekends of December 13 to 14 and December 20 to 21, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day. Under the guidance of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong’s pastry chef, young guests aged 3-12 years can unleash their creativity by designing and decorating their own gingerbread houses. Priced at HK$888, this interactive experience is certain to provide families with a cherished and delicious holiday keepsake.
To find more information about the hotel’s Christmas workshops, visit here. To secure a spot, advance booking is recommended. The Gingerbread House Making Workshop is subject to 10% service charge.
More wonders and delights await, as The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong presents an interactive 24-day Advent Calendar experience at the Gingerbread House. Each day brings new opportunities for guests to participate in this festive tradition. Visitors enjoying afternoon tea at Café 103 or The Lounge & Bar are invited to capture and share their moments on social media using #EnchantedWonderland and tagging @ritzcarltonhongkong. Entries each day will be invited to the Gingerbread House on Level 103 to unlock surprises through The Christmas Wish Capsule. One of the capsules will hold a special key to the festive mailbox, revealing daily treats intended to inspire togetherness, ranging from dining vouchers, afternoon tea experiences, weekday lunch buffet for two, signature cakes, day pass access to swimming pool and fitness, to an overnight stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong.
A stay filled with thoughtful touches
In an extraordinary collaboration with Hong Kong Ballet, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong invites guests reconnect through the classic winter tale of The Nutcracker with the Ritz Family Nutcracker Enchanted Retreat, available on December 12 to 15 and 19 to 21. As the story has existed for generations, this package will bring families together as they enjoy a Nutcracker-themed Afternoon Tea at The Lounge & Bar or Café 103, and, especially for the young ones, Christmas-edition The Ritz-Carlton Lion plushy toy along with Ritz Kids Safari amenities, as well as Club Lounge access. The experience and the cherished memories extend further with complimentary VIP Zone tickets to performances of The Nutcracker by Hong Kong Ballet, along with an opportunity for a Private Studio Visit on December 6, featuring an hour-long excerpt of the performance and a special moment to take group pictures with the ballet dancers. Advanced reservations are mandatory to secure limited seats.
The enchantment continues at Café 103 and The Lounge & Bar with The Nutcracker Enchanted Afternoon Tea, available until January 7, 2026. This magical dining experience transports guests into a realm of wonder, featuring an artistic array of sweet and savory creations that bring the beloved ballet to life. Savory highlights include the Foie Gras Pine Tree, a delicate tart with silky duck liver parfait and sweet-tart Crème de Cassis and crowned with toasted hazelnuts. The Winter Pearl presents a velvety mushroom parfait layered with translucent shitake gelée and shavings of winter truffle. The enchanting dessert collection features the Nutcracker, a contemporary interpretation of Black Forest cake with dark chocolate sponge, tart cherry compote, and clouds of vanilla-flecked cream. The whimsical Christmas Tree Tart combines buttery chocolate sablé with vibrant kumquat and verdant pistachio crunch. Completing the ensemble is the elegant Ballerina, where smooth chestnut cream harmoniously melds with delicately purple-hued Crème de Cassis mousse.
Holiday tables set for togetherness with family and friends
From December 24 to January 1, the hotel’s restaurants welcome guests to tables set for togetherness – from relaxed buffets to refined set menus – across Café 103, OZONE, The Lounge & Bar, and the Michelin-starred establishments Tin Lung Heen and Tosca di Angelo. Unforgettable holiday moments await with a wide range of culinary offerings, from international delicacies, inventive Italian cuisine, elegant Cantonese dining, to refined cocktails,
At Tosca di Angelo, Chef Angelo Aglianó and his team will create a sumptuous fare, perfect for creating memories together along with stunning views. Ranging from four to eight courses, the festive menus will feature seasonal ingredients with dishes that pay homage to Chef Angelo’s Sicilian heritage.
Guests can look forward to a refined culinary journey with the Christmas Dinner Menu featuring highlights such as Alaskan King Crab with Crustacean Royale and Champagne Soup, a dish combining the delicate sweetness of the Alaskan king crab with a rich crustacean royale and velvety Champagne-infused soup; Ossobuco Ravioli with Saffron Sauce and White Truffle, featuring handmade ravioli served in an aromatic saffron sauce and finished with fragrant white truffle shavings; and sweet offerings include the tangy and sweet Yuzu Sorbet with Strawberry Compote and Chantilly Cream. To ring in 2026, the New Year Dinner Menu includes Mediterranean Turbot with Tuscany Black Cabbage Velouté and Black Truffle, a perfectly cooked fillet of turbot accompanied by a silky black cabbage velouté and enhanced with earthy black truffle; and the indulgent Confit Pear with Chestnut Vermicelles and Crème Anglaise to conclude the meal.
Adding soft notes that underscore the time spent side by side while dining, enchanting choir performances will fill the halls around the hotel with timeless carols on December 24 and 25. Santa Claus will also make a grand entrance, parading from the restaurants on Level 102 to the Club Lounge on Level 116, exciting young ones and parents.
Welcoming 2026 with gratitude at OZONE
As the New Year approaches, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong has a final gift, when, on Wednesday, December 31 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., OZONE, the world’s highest rooftop bar, transforms into Studio 118, a welcoming space where generations meet to pay relive the excitement of 70s disco culture. Guests are invited to share the dance floor and the view, with a playlist that bridges eras, creating unexpected moments designed to transport, and a sense of joy to start the new year. Three DJs, live performances, and premium Champagne service set an uplifting tone, while sweeping views of Hong Kong’s fireworks offer a picture-perfect experience to celebrate life’s important moments.
The evening offers multiple ways to celebrate, with standing tickets from HK$688 and Silver, Gold, and Platinum table packages up to HK$11,088. For the ultimate private experience, the Private Dining Room O3 Package accommodates up to twelve guests for HK$45,00. Each package includes selected champagne, premium spirits, and mixers to toast the arrival of 2026 in style. Guests are invited to dress in disco-chic flair as they join this fête at OZONE.
Please visit the hotel website for more information on festive dining, themed afternoon tea, and the highly anticipated festive buffet.
The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong looks forward to welcoming guests and their loved ones during this holiday season.
