Dreaming of a Cork Christmas?

Posted by Mike Gerrard Nov 24, 2006

Cork’s finest hotel, Hayfield Manor, invites its guests to indulge this Christmas and New Year, before kicking off the New Year in their stylish new spa “Beautique at Hayfield Manor”, developed in conjunction with Elemis Spa Therapy.

Hayfield Manor is the only 5-star hotel in Cork, and is just one mile from the centre of the city. Cork is one of Ireland's favourite cities for a city break holiday, perhaps second only to Dublin. Hayfield manor is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of The World group and is patronised regularly by dignitaries, celebrities and Royalty.

Christmas (24th – 26th December)

Arrive in time for afternoon tea and listen to local carol singers before candlelit dinner is served in the elegant dining room. Evening mass is then followed by mulled wine and warm mince pies. On Christmas Day, a champagne reception and a visit from Father Christmas with presents for the children precedes a traditional Christmas lunch and an afternoon at leisure. After a Jazz Brunch on Boxing Day, guests are encouraged to explore some of the local countryside or simply enjoy the hotel’s exclusive leisure facilities.

There is a dedicated playroom and movie suite to keep children entertained, and a special high tea will be served daily. Babysitters can be arranged with a minimum of 3 weeks prior notice, subject to availability.

Prices from Euro 890.00 (US$1165) per person sharing a Superior Double Room (and excluding dinner on Boxing Day).

New Year

There will be a Champagne reception followed by a Black Tie dinner and dancing to a band. On the 1st January, guests can kick back and relax in the private health spa. The signature treatment is the skin specific facial, with Urban Cleanse and Skin IQ devised especially for men. There are also a full range of massage, body wraps and body exotic treatments to choose from.

Prices from Euro 320.00 (US$420) per person sharing a Superior Room.

For reservations or further information visit: www.hayfieldmanor.ie.

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