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Winter getaways in Europe with art’otel

03/12/25

Winter’s the time Europe’s cultural capitals reveal their edgier side. Christmas in London, Amsterdam, and Berlin is iconic, but here are some insider tips that go beyond the obvious hotspots and let you explore like a local. Plus, consider two unexpected cities for a festive getaway: Rome and Zagreb. Each capital is full of eclectic festive experiences and a rhythm that never compromises on style.

Tick off festive experiences both old and new with art’otel as your contemporary base. Each property is shaped by a Signature Artist whose visions transform the entire hotel into their canvas and redefine hospitality as living art. Pair this with premium dining and a confident creative ethos, and you have winter escapes worth travelling for.

London: festive, but make it arty

Battersea Power Station | Hoxton  

Festive finds

Skip the predictable and head for Greenwich Market (open daily, with Christmas specials throughout November and December). Here, artisan makers and independent designers set the tone with one-off pieces and handcrafted gifts that feel personal, not mass-produced. Then, wander through Marylebone Village under its glowing Christmas Lights (from 12 November 2025). This refined neighbourhood is a haven for boutiques and concept stores that are perfect for those who value originality and understated luxury. 

A spot of culture

The London Art Fair (21–25 January 2026) in Islington is where collectors and cultural insiders converge. You’ll find items from emerging talent to blue-chip names that span contemporary pieces to thought-provoking installations. 

Winter warmers

Looking for restaurants in London that combine creativity and flavour? Dine at TOZI Battersea for cicchetti with Italian attitude, or The Brush Grand Café in Hoxton where East London’s culinary diversity inspires a menu layered with global influences. 

Berlin: winter with an edge

Berlin Mitte  

Festive finds

Trade tourist clichés for Hackescher Markt and Auguststraße, where galleries and concept stores curate design and art with precision. These spots are ideal for those who collect experiences as much as objects. 

A spot of culture

Christmas Garden Berlin (19 November 2025–12 January 2026) turns the city’s botanical garden into a surreal landscape with installations that feel more like art than decoration. 

Winter warmers

Upside Down Bar & Restaurant reinvents German classics with a modernist twist that’s as bold as Berlin itself. And when night falls? Berlin’s club culture is legendary. Head to Berghain where their Finest XMas and Silvester Klubnacht events promise unforgettable nights. Prefer something different? Head to DSTRKT on New Year’s Eve where you’ll get Berlin’s signature club attitude with cutting-edge sound and design.

Amsterdam: canals in a new light

Amsterdam  

Festive finds

Boutique shopping in De Negen Straatjes and Jordaan is a masterclass in understated style, with independent stores offering everything from avant-garde fashion to collectable design pieces. For something progressive, the Sustainable Christmas Market at De Ceuvel (13, 14, 20, and 21 December 2025) has eco-conscious gifts that are both ethical and beautifully created. 

A spot of culture

The Amsterdam Light Festival (27 November 2025–18 January 2026) transforms the city into an open-air gallery with large-scale works by international artists illuminating façades and waterways.  

Winter warmers

At ARCA Restaurant & Bar, chef Henrique Sá Pessoa’s Portuguese-Asian fusion is bold, layered, and unapologetically inventive. Order the arroz de borrego, a rich lamb rice stew that feels like a statement piece for winter dining. 

Rome: timeless, but never static

Rome 

Festive finds 

The Piazza Navona Christmas Market (8 December 2025–6 January 2026) is a showcase of Roman craftsmanship and seasonal flavours. Think artisanal toys, hand-painted ceramics, and gourmet treats that celebrate Italian heritage. 

A spot of culture 

Push past the classics and head to MAXXI, Italy’s national museum for 21st-century art, where architecture and ideas collide in exhibitions that challenge convention. Current exhibitions include The Large Glass, exploring intersections of art, architecture, and photography, and Temporali, a fascinating light installation installed on the museum’s roof. 

Winter warmers 

Book your spot at YEZI Rome and experience modern Asian cuisine, where dim sum, sashimi, and yakitori meet seasonal specialties in a space that’s made for culinary explorers. 

Zagreb: the insider’s winter pick

Zagreb 

Festive finds 

The Advent in Zagreb festival (29 November 2025–7 January 2026) turns the city into a curated winter stage with light installations, local design, and a distinctly Croatian aesthetic that rivals Europe’s biggest festive destinations. Explore its ARTvent calendar for exhibitions and creative programmes spanning jewellery, philosophy, science, culture, and more. 

A spot of culture 

The Museum of Contemporary Art is where Zagreb’s creative pulse beats loudest. Current exhibitions tackle themes of climate uncertainty, the future, and the social context of the collective through bold installations and multimedia works. 

Winter warmers 

Dine at YEZI Zagreb for a lively experience inspired by the traditional Asian tea house style of informal eating, drinking, and socialising, ideal for long winter evenings with friends. 

Winter reimagined

Forget postcard clichés. These are cultural deep dives for those who create their own experiences. At art’otel, every stay is a blend with art, design, and the city itself. For globally minded travellers, tastemakers, and creative thinkers, winter isn’t downtime, it’s a season to explore, connect, and create. 

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