Celebrating the Christmas season with a Festive Afternoon Tea is a long-held Galway tradition and one we are more than happy to partake in. It's all your favourite festive goodies compiled into one dining experience - who wouldn't love it? Read on to discover our recommendations on where to go to enjoy a Festive Afternoon Tea in Galway...
the g Hotel & Spa
Take in the stylish Christmas atmosphere of the g Hotel as you enjoy a selection of delicious festive savoury and sweet treats. Indulge in a selection of delicate sandwiches including the festive inspired sausage stuffing, walnut & sage croquette with a cranberry gel and turkey coronation & cranberry sandwich. The g's pastry team have curated a host of treats for the occasion as well, such as the traditional Christmas pudding; Baileys and salted caramel yule log and the cinnamon & spiced rum baba. We also highly recommend adding another layer of elegance to your experience by spoiling yourself to a glass of Taittinger Champagne - you can thank us later!
Old Dublin Rd, Wellpark / €38 per person / book your afternoon tea experience here
above: photo courtesy of the g Hotel & Spa
The Hardiman
The Hardiman are celebrating 171 years in Galway this year, and is the ideal location for a welcome break in your Christmas shopping at the Galway Christmas Market with its famous Festive Afternoon Tea. Step into the hotel’s charming Parlour Lounge, adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations, and prepare to be transported into a world of culinary delights. They are taking their traditional afternoon tea menu and infusing it with seasonal flavours and treats, featuring an array of delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and a tempting selection of sweet pastries and cakes.
Eyre Square / from €35 per person / book your afternoon tea experience here
above: photo courtesy of The Hardiman Hotel
Lough Rea Hotel & Spa
above: photo courtesy of Lough Rea Hotel & Spa
The Galmont Hotel
No matter if it's a break from Christmas shopping or a festive celebration with friends and family, the Festive Afternoon Tea at The Galmont Hotel adds an extra special touch to the season. Served in the beautifully decorated Coopers Bar & Lounge, beside the open fire, Executive Chef has given their deliciously stylish tea a merry twist, complemented by a specialty range of teas and coffees. For that extra air of celebration, add some bubbles by upgrading to the Prosecco Afternoon Tea. Festive Afternoon Tea at The Galmont is available to book from the 24th of November and until the 7th of January.
Lough Atalia Rd, Fairgreen / €35 per person / book your afternoon tea experience here
above: photo courtesy of The Galmont Hotel
The Connacht Hotel
This Christmas, The Connacht Hotel has added a festive twist to their Classic Afternoon Tea with mince pies, freshly baked scones, gourmet finger sandwiches and a selection of festive miniature cakes all served with tea and coffee. And, if you are in festive mood why not add a cocktail, a glass of bubbly or wine? We all like to treat ourselves from time to time and indulge in some of the finer things in life and if you ask us, Christmas is the perfect reason to! Take a break from all the Christmas shopping and put your feet up.. it's time to unwind with The Connacht's Festive Afternoon Tea.
Old Dublin Rd, East Galway / €26 per person / book your afternoon tea experience here
above photo courtesy of The Connacht Hotel
Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate
The pastry chef elves at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate have been busy in their workshop creating a special selection of sweet festive treats everything from traditional cakes and pastries to the most divine desserts and chocolatey delights. The Festive Afternoon Tea menu offers an array of finger sandwiches, made using a line-up of home cooked breads and locally sourced, cheeses and meats, along with delicious warm buttermilk scones, clotted cream and preserves, and warm homemade ginger bread. There is also a Children’s Festive Afternoon Tea available for €20 per child.
Bushypark / €45 per person / book your afternoon tea experience here
above: photo courtesy of Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate
Clayton Hotel
Clayton Hotel's Head Chef, Gareth McGrath and his award-winning kitchen team have created the perfect Festive Afternoon Tea for all your Christmas 2023 plans. Presented in an elegant and delightful manner, this array of finger-sized portions, delicate pastries, fresh scones and cakes are delicious and certainly won’t disappoint! They've added some festive treats and mulled wine to the occasion to ensure that you and your companions have a phenomenal festive afternoon when you visit Clayton Hotel Galway.
Ballybrit, Galway / €22 per person / book your afternoon tea experience here
above: photo courtesy of Clayton Hotel Galway
Feature photo courtesy of
Published on Updated on
