Snow on Glendalough Monastic City next to glendaloug hotel ideal for Winter hotel breaks in Wicklow

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Deer in Glendalough in the snow
Glendalough Hotel Christmas

Christmas & New Year in Glendalough

Join us this festive season at The Glendalough Hotel

After our winter break, The Glendalough Hotel reopens on 27th December – just in time to welcome you back for the magical days between Christmas and New Year.

Christmas is a time for family, friends, and reconnecting. When you stay with us, you can simply leave your car in our car park and step straight into nature – stroll through the Monastic City and down to the lakes on a crisp winter morning, right after breakfast.

New Year’s Eve in Glendalough

Welcome 2026 surrounded by the beauty of the Glendalough Valley with our New Year’s Eve Dinner, Bed & Breakfast package.

New Year’s Eve Dinner Bed & Breakfast

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There’s something truly special about waking up on the first day of the year in the heart of Glendalough. As the only hotel located inside the valley, you can wander through the Monastic City and down to the lakes without ever needing the car. The valley is a magical place where a crisp early morning walk might just be the best way to start a new year.

 

Gift Vouchers

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Glendalough Hotel Gift Vouchers are ideal for walkers, hikers, photographers, history enthusiasts, and anyone who loves exploring Wicklow’s beauty.

Our vouchers can be used for dining or accommodation – and they pair perfectly with inspiration from our Things to Do Guides and blogs.

 

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Things to Do in Glendalough & Wicklow

Make the most of your winter break with:

Morning walks through the Monastic City and down to the lakes – the valley is magical at first light, often with mist rising up from the lakes. You never what wildlife you may see on a quiet winter morning.

Scenic afternoon drives through Wicklow’s stunning landscapes where our beautiful landscape stretches out before you.

Visits to Beyond the Trees Avondale, Mount Usher Gardens, Russborough House, or a coastal walk in Bray.

Book a musical tour of the Monastic City, complete with fiddle tunes and stories – a unique way to experience the valley.

After a day of exploring, return to the hotel and enjoy dinner in Casey’s Bistro, where you’ll find hearty, traditional dishes to warm you up.

Christmas Opening

The Glendalough Hotel will reopen after our winter break on 27th December.

Gift Vouchers

Glendalough Hotel vouchers can be used for accommodation or dining

Give the gift of a day in one of the most beautiful valleys in the world this year and an opportunity to explore Wicklow.

Click on the link, and choose your value, we will add it to our Glendalough Hotel voucher, and send it to the address you request.

Glendalough Hotel in winter
New years Eve Glendalough Hotel

New Year’s Eve at The Glendalough Hotel

New Year’s Eve Dinner Bed & Breakfast

There’s something truly special about waking up on the first day of the year in the heart of Glendalough. As the only hotel located inside the valley, you can wander through the Monastic City and down to the lakes without ever needing the car. The valley is a magical place where a crisp early morning walk might just be the best way to start a new year.

Itineraries to Explore

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Suggested 1 Day Itinerary

Begin at Glendalough Hotel, exploring nearby trails, lakes, and Monastic City. Afternoon: Discover the historical Russborough House after traversing the…

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Suggested 2 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Explore ‘Beyond the Trees Avondale’ and the newly opened Avondale House. Day 2: Breakfast at Glendalough Hotel, then…

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Suggested 3 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Glendalough’s Monastic City, lakes, and mountains. Visit Russborough House after crossing Wicklow Gap. Day 2: Bike through…