6 of the World’s Best Hotels for New Year’s Eve
From champagne suites in France to spacious rooms overlooking New York's Times Square, these splurge-worthy spots are perfect for ringing in the New Year in style
If you care about where you celebrate New Year’s Eve—and especially where you wake up the next morning—plan to book a hotel room or suite that puts you in the heart of the action, with front-row views of fireworks, iconic landmarks, and dazzling cityscapes.
From the glow of the Roman Forum to the neon brilliance of Las Vegas to the calm of a private Caribbean beach, these are some of the world’s best hotels for New Year’s Eve—each offering an unforgettable setting for the countdown. (Just be sure to book well in advance.)
Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa, France
Champagne Junior Suite
The Champagne region of France—a UNESCO World Heritage site—is renowned for its sparkling wine and rich winemaking heritage. A suite at the Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa, located in the village of Champillon, immerses you in this world of vineyard views and understated luxury. Sample from more than 1,000 varieties of Champagne from the hotel’s 20,000-bottle Champagne cellar, and then return to your room’s private terrace for an intimate midnight toast. Enhance the experience with dinner at the Michelin-starred Le Royal, live music, and spa indulgence—all just 40 minutes by train from Paris.
Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square
NYC Corner Ball Drop View Room
To witness the iconic ball drop without the crush of crowds, book a Ball Drop View Corner Room at the Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer unobstructed views of the city’s legendary midnight countdown. For the ultimate experience, combine your stay with VIP access to Highball, the hotel’s on-site cocktail lounge, where you’ll enjoy a private viewing area in Times Square, an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, and a live DJ spinning late into the night.
NH Collection Roma Fori Imperiali, Rome
Fori Imperiali Suites
Set atop the Via dei Fori Imperiali, with front-row views of the Altare della Patria and the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum, the elegant suites at the NH Collection Roma Fori Imperiali place you in the heart of Rome’s historic core, adding a cinematic touch to your New Year’s celebration. Enjoy a special dinner at Oro Bistrot by Natale Giunta, and then head up to the Secret View rooftop cocktail bar for panoramic views of Rome’s fireworks and the street parties below.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Fleur de Lis Suites
Few places bring you closer to the energy of The Strip than the Fleur de Lis Collection of suites at the AAA Four Diamond Fontainebleau Las Vegas. These ultra-luxurious accommodations offer floor-to-ceiling windows, with select suites providing prime views of the city’s legendary synchronized fireworks show. When you’re ready to step into the celebration, LIV Las Vegas Nightclub and the Oasis Ice Rink are just an elevator ride away, offering the perfect balance of privacy and full-scale Vegas spectacle.
Hotel Manapany, St. Barts
Beachside Villas and Suites
For barefoot luxury this New Year’s Eve, check into one of the beachside villas or suites at Hotel Manapany on the chic Caribbean island of St. Barts. With stunning oceanfront views and the gentle rhythm of turquoise waves just steps away, you can trade fireworks for a private toast under the stars. It’s an intimate, effortlessly elegant way to welcome the new year, blending exclusivity with natural beauty.
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, California
Oceanfront Suites
The Oceanfront Suites at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel—a AAA Four Diamond resort perched on a bluff above Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point—offer a serene blend of luxury and coastal beauty. With floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies overlooking the Pacific, they’re an ideal setting for toasting the last sunset of the year. After a prix fixe dinner at RAYA, the resort’s signature Pan-Latin coastal restaurant, or KAHANI, a modern Indian restaurant, retreat to your suite to sip champagne at midnight by the sea.
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Whether it’s in the heart of a big city, nestled in a picturesque countryside, or tucked along a quiet coast, each of these stays is well worth the splurge for a New Year’s Eve celebration to remember.