Christmas gifts for men

Christmas gifts for men can be a chance to give him time he might not set aside for himself: a spa visit, a massage or a gourmet break at a beautiful hotel. Sezame brings together experiences across France, London and Belgium, without an overnight stay. For your father, partner, brother or a friend, start with what he enjoys and choose an outing he can arrange after the festive season.

For a birthday or a present at another time of year, our gifts for men selection offers more ideas. Here, we help you prepare his Christmas gift: compare what is included, set a budget and, where appropriate, leave him to choose the date.

Which Christmas gift should you choose for him?

A spa visit, massage or gourmet break to suit his tastes

If he enjoys swimming and relaxation spaces, choose spa access with clearly stated facilities and duration. If he already enjoys treatments, compare the massage options and treatment times. For someone who loves food, brunch or an experience with breakfast may be a better fit than a treatment chosen without knowing his preferences.

The Christmas spa, massage and wellness shortcuts at the top of the page let you explore each format. Keep the recipient at the centre of your choice: a hotel near home is often easier to visit than an experience requiring an unexpected journey. Another city can work well if he already plans to travel there or would like to discover it.

A thoughtful gift for your father, partner or a friend

For your father, start with something he has mentioned wanting to do and a programme that fits his schedule. For your husband or partner, decide whether you want to join him or give him time to himself. For a brother, friend or colleague, a gift card with a chosen amount leaves more freedom when you are less familiar with his preferences.

Hotel experiences to give him for Christmas

These suggestions give you practical reference points for comparing experiences and prices. Rates are those shown on the pages consulted; confirm them when buying. Giving an experience for Christmas does not mean it will be available on 25 December: the outing date depends on the offer's available slots and conditions.

Paris: two hours at Le Burgundy spa

Spa escape 2h at Le Burgundy Paris — €65 per person.

This experience includes two hours of access to the pool, hot tub, sauna, hammam and gym. It suits a man who would rather enjoy the facilities than receive a treatment. The spa is shared and the experience is for adults only.

The Madeleine neighbourhood makes it possible to combine the spa with an outing in Paris. You are giving him a defined amount of time and specific facilities, with no massage included. For a father or friend who already knows the city, visiting this hotel can bring something new to a familiar day out.

Lyon: an hour-long massage at Sofitel Bellecour

Massage & Spa at Sofitel Lyon Bellecour — €140 per person.

Sofitel Spa by Deep Nature combines a 60-minute massage of his choice with 90 minutes of access to the hammam and fitness room. This gift puts the treatment at the centre of the experience. A pool is not included in the listed facilities.

The massage options help him choose according to his preferences. This present may suit someone living in Lyon or complement a visit already planned. Read the choices available so you can give him a clear picture of what he will enjoy.

Collioure: spa, massage and breakfast at La Maison Nova

Spa, Massage & Breakfast at La Maison Nova — €95 per person.

The experience brings together 30 minutes at the Phytomer spa, with sauna, hammam and herbal tea lounge, a 30-minute relaxing massage and a buffet breakfast. It combines a short treatment with a leisurely morning over food. Accommodation is not included.

Consider it for a man who likes several different moments rather than spending the whole outing on one massage. The destination matters: make sure travelling to Collioure works for him. An original gift should be as easy to enjoy as it is to receive.

London: treatment and spa at Montcalm Royal London House

Wellness Escape: Treatments & Spa at Montcalm Royal London House — £90 per person.

The experience includes a 30-minute Swedish massage, two hours at YĀTRĀ Spa with an indoor pool, infrared sauna and hot tub, and a glass of prosecco or a soft drink. The price is displayed in pounds sterling.

This programme combines a short treatment with time to enjoy the facilities. Choose it if he lives in London or is planning a visit. Travel and a hotel room need to be arranged separately.

Belgium: brunch and wellbeing at Dolce La Hulpe

Sunday Brunch & Wellbeing at Dolce La Hulpe Brussels — €89 per person.

On Sundays, brunch at the Argan restaurant runs from 12:30 to 15:00, before two hours in the wellness area with indoor pool, hammam and sauna. The hotel is in La Hulpe, facing the Sonian Forest. It may suit someone who enjoys food and outings in a green setting.

The programme starts with brunch and continues in the wellness area. If you want to share the experience, allow for a place for each person. Check that a Sunday fits his schedule: the day matters as much as the atmosphere.

What budget should you plan for his Christmas gift?

Among these offers, spa access at Le Burgundy is listed at €65, brunch and wellness in Belgium at €89, the Collioure morning experience at €95 and the Lyon massage with hammam access at €140 per person. In London, allow £90 per person. These prices cover different experiences, so compare what is included before deciding.

Contribute together without leaving him extra costs

For a joint gift from siblings or friends, agree on the total budget first. Check that it covers the experience, participants and any extras you want to include. Travel and accommodation are not included in the experiences presented. A higher amount is useful only if it pays for something he really wants to enjoy.

A gift just for him or an experience to share?

An individual gift lets him enjoy time to himself without coordinating two diaries. If you would like to join him, check the price for two: per-person prices need to be added together. For example, two €65 entries to Le Burgundy total €130, excluding any extras.

For a gift intended for both partners, the Christmas gifts for couples shortcut lets you compare experiences to enjoy together. Shared spa access is not a private booking, and a couples massage does not always mean treatments in the same room or at the same time. Read the description if these details matter to your surprise.

Give the present at Christmas and choose the date later

A gift card so he can arrange his outing

If you are unsure about the venue or his availability, a Sezame gift card can accompany your suggested experience. It is advertised as valid for one year and can be used across one or more purchases from the catalogue. Read the terms when buying and choose an amount that matches the outing you have in mind.

Giving the present and booking a time slot are separate steps. If you have a particular date during the festive season in mind, check availability before promising it. For a visit after Christmas, check the gift's validity and the hotel's available days: some offers are limited to weekdays or Sundays.

Make the surprise personal on Christmas Day

Add a few words explaining your choice: his enjoyment of massages, a city he loves or a hotel you would like to discover together. A personal card can present the hotel, destination and suggested programme on Christmas Day. If you choose digital delivery or a physical format, check the available options and stated delivery times before relying on arrival for the festive season.

For the other people on your list, our Christmas hotel gifts offer ideas for more recipients and formats. For him, keep the same priorities: an experience that suits him, a clear budget and the freedom to enjoy the gift at the right time.