Christmas gifts

What if your Christmas gift were an invitation to slow down, enjoy brunch or discover the spa at a beautiful hotel? Sezame brings together experiences without an overnight stay across France, London and Belgium. This selection helps you choose a present around what your loved ones enjoy, with five venues, clear prices and specific services to compare.

For more inspiration, our Christmas gift ideas collection can also guide your search. Here, start with a practical format: an hour at the spa, a massage, breakfast with a treatment or a leisurely Sunday brunch. You can then choose an experience or leave that decision to the recipient with a gift card.

Christmas gifts: choose around their interests

A thoughtful present often starts with something you have noticed: a person who enjoys treatments, a couple who would like more time together or a friend who loves good food. Christmas experiences do not all require the same arrangements. Before comparing prices, think about the occasion your loved one would actually enjoy.

For a wellness break

Spa access suits someone who likes combining swimming with the warmth of wellness facilities, without necessarily having a treatment. A massage focuses more on a service delivered by a practitioner. Consider whether the recipient would prefer to use the facilities at their own pace or spend time in a treatment session.

Facilities must match the experience you book. A pool, steam room, sauna or hot tub is not automatically included simply because the hotel has one. The listing explains what guests can access and for how long, making the gift more tangible than a general promise of relaxation.

A short visit may suit a first introduction. For someone who already enjoys treatments, compare massage durations and the choices available. You do not need to know every technique to choose thoughtfully; respecting their preferences is more useful than assuming a particular treatment will suit everyone.

For a gourmet break

Christmas gifts can also be enjoyed around a table. Brunch or breakfast offers another way to discover a hotel, particularly for someone who likes taking their time over a meal. Some experiences combine dining and wellness, including the Collioure and La Hulpe options below.

Compare the meal format, its timing and what is included. A buffet, a drink and spa access are separate elements of the experience. For a family outing, check the arrangements for children rather than assuming an adult booking applies to every guest.

Food can guide your decision, but the atmosphere and location matter too. Somewhere close to home is easy to arrange; a hotel in a city the recipient regularly visits can offer a change of routine. Choose a place they will look forward to visiting.

For time alone or together

A solo experience offers time for oneself. An outing for two creates an occasion with a partner, parent or friend. These are different intentions, and neither is inherently a better gift. Choose the one that reflects the person receiving it.

For a shared experience, check the number of guests and the total cost. A price per person must be multiplied when you give two places. A hotel spa is not necessarily private either: exclusive access must be stated in the listing if that is what you have in mind.

If you will join the recipient, explain this in your message. “A morning together” and “A break just for you” describe different gifts. A little clarity makes the invitation more personal and avoids uncertainty after the festivities.

The gift might recall a shared memory: a city where you met, a conversation over brunch or a wish to discover a particular hotel. Its personal meaning comes from choosing the occasion and writing a message, rather than adding an extra service. This explains why you chose that experience for that person.

An original present need not be complicated to surprise someone. A shared experience can become time to reconnect after the festive season, while solo spa access provides a break at their own pace. In either case, the invitation feels thoughtful when it responds to an interest you already know.

Five hotel experiences to give for Christmas

These five experiences offer different formats in several destinations. Compare spa access, a longer treatment and a dining experience with wellness. The prices below were displayed on the pages consulted; check the current price, availability and inclusions when purchasing.

In Paris: an hour at Kimpton St Honoré's spa

Serenity Break — Price: €50 per person.

At Kimpton St Honoré Paris, the experience includes one hour in the wellness area, with an indoor pool, steam room and sauna. Access is shared. This format introduces the hotel spa without including a massage or a meal.

It is an option for someone who enjoys short city breaks within their day. For two recipients, allow for two places and check appointment times together. The gift covers this specific access without booking a bedroom.

In Lyon: a massage and wellness access at Sofitel

Massage & Spa — Price: €140 per person.

Sofitel Spa by Deep Nature – Sofitel Lyon Bellecour combines a 60-minute massage of your choice with 90 minutes of access to the steam room and fitness room. A swimming pool is not listed among this experience's included facilities.

This option suits someone who would like more time devoted to a treatment. Read the available massages before buying: duration alone does not describe the entire session. You are giving an identifiable treatment and wellness break in Lyon.

In Collioure: spa, massage and breakfast at La Maison Nova

Spa, Massage & Breakfast — Price: €95 per person.

At La Maison Nova, this experience brings together 30 minutes at the spa, with sauna, steam room and herbal tea room, a 30-minute relaxing massage and a breakfast buffet. It combines a short treatment with a gourmet pause in Collioure.

The format will appeal to someone who enjoys starting the day slowly. Check the arrangements and appointment times on the listing before presenting your invitation. Travel needs to be planned separately if the recipient does not live nearby.

In London: a treatment and spa at Montcalm Royal London House

Wellness break: treatments & spa — Price: £90 per person.

Montcalm Royal London House offers a 30-minute massage or facial, two hours at the YĀTRÂ Spa and a sparkling cocktail. Spa access includes an indoor pool, infrared sauna and hot tub. The price is displayed in pounds sterling.

This is an option for someone who lives in London or is already visiting. Travel and an overnight stay are separate from this gift. Choosing between a massage and a facial helps match the experience to their interests.

In Belgium: brunch and wellness at Dolce La Hulpe

Sunday Brunch & Wellbeing — Price: €89 per person.

At Dolce La Hulpe Brussels in Belgium, the outing begins with Sunday brunch from 12:30 to 15:00, followed by two hours in the wellness area. Access includes an indoor pool, steam room and sauna.

This experience combines a meal and wellness near the Sonian Forest. Sunday is part of the format, so consider this when choosing the gift. For an outing with children, read the specific prices and arrangements on the listing.

Your favourite might stand out because of its setting, treatment or meal. To understand the gift's value, compare that first impression with the listing. The included services and access conditions are useful guides to what you will actually be giving.

Who could you give a Christmas experience to?

Your relationship with the person provides clues, but their interests remain the best starting point. The same experience might suit a mother, father, partner or friend. Rather than choosing solely by age or gender, think about activities they would willingly make time for.

For a woman or a man

For your mum, dad or partner, notice what they already enjoy: massages, swimming, leisurely breakfasts or outings for two. A personalised Christmas present can come from this attention without needing an object engraved with a name. The venue and format make your choice personal.

Our Christmas gift ideas for women help narrow the search by interests and circumstances. If you are choosing Christmas gifts for men, the dedicated selection offers practical suggestions too. These collections support the choice of format without assuming everyone wants the same activity.

If a birthday falls close to Christmas, distinguish the two occasions in your message if that matters to the recipient. A gift can mark a date and be enjoyed later. Leave enough time to arrange the outing within the stated validity period.

For someone also celebrating their thirtieth birthday, explore Christmas gifts for a 30-year-old woman. The selection brings that occasion together with treatments and relaxation. Age gives the present some context, while personal interests still guide the final choice.

For parents, grandparents or friends

A shared meal can bring several generations together. For a grandfather or grandmother, consider access to the venue, time on site and their preferences first. A gourmet break is different from an outing centred on several treatments or spa facilities.

For friends, an experience can become the occasion you have been meaning to arrange for months. Choose a destination that works for everyone and make clear who is invited. When giving several presents, you do not need to choose the same experience for the entire family.

Treatments and wellness spaces may have age restrictions or specific access conditions. Read the listing, particularly if children will be joining. The aim is a thoughtful gift that is easy to understand and arrange, without leaving the recipient with complicated planning.

For a colleague or Secret Santa

For Secret Santa, the agreed budget and what you know about the person provide the starting point. An experience can work if the amount covers a suitable option. Check this before giving an invitation: an unexpected balance to pay should not become part of the surprise.

For a colleague you do not know well, a gift card can offer more freedom. Keep the message simple and avoid assuming their treatment preferences. A warm gesture does not need to be intimate to be appreciated.

A group present allows several people to contribute to one outing. Agree on the overall amount, number of recipients and who will make the purchase. This keeps the arrangements clear for contributors and the person receiving the gift.

Christmas gifts: what budget should you allow?

The budget depends on the format, duration and number of guests. The euro-priced examples in this collection range from €50 to €140 per person, while the London venue displays £90. These are reference points for the experiences shown, rather than a uniform price range for every Sezame offer.

Compare inclusions as well as prices

An hour of spa access and an experience with a massage meet different needs. First check what is included: treatment time, access duration, facilities and any meal. Then compare prices for gifts that match your actual criteria.

Consider what remains to be arranged, such as travel, extra guests and optional additions. An experience nearby may be easier to enjoy than one further away, even when the advertised price is attractive. Your total budget should allow the recipient to enjoy the outing comfortably.

For a gift for two, check whether the price is per person or for both guests. This directly changes the final cost. It also matters when a family contributes to a shared present.

Choose an amount you are comfortable with

There is no required price for showing someone you care. Set a limit before exploring the experiences, then look for a match between their interests and your available amount. The choice of setting and accompanying message are part of the pleasure of the gift.

If you hesitate between two options, favour the one that will be easy to use. A format that fits their schedule gives the invitation a practical place in their life. The ideal present is one your loved one will want to turn into a booking.

How can you give a Sezame gift card for Christmas?

A Sezame gift card leaves the choice of experience to the recipient. The dedicated page states that it is valid for one year across all offers and can be used in one or more purchases. Read the conditions displayed when buying and the information supplied with the card.

Choose an experience or leave the decision open

If you know exactly what they enjoy, an experience listing gives a concrete starting point: hotel, duration, facilities and price. The pages in this selection offer a gifting option. Read the purchase information to understand how the invitation will be received and used.

If several activities could appeal to them, a gift card keeps that choice open. Accompany the amount with a suggestion without making it a requirement: a spa visit, brunch or treatment. The recipient can then choose around their wishes and the available appointments.

The destination deserves as much thought as the activity. A card can inspire an outing near home or fit into travel already planned, but transport and accommodation are not automatically included. Present the gift in terms of what it actually allows the recipient to book.

Prepare a surprise for under the Christmas tree

A few lines can personalise an invitation: “For a break after the festivities” or “For our next Sunday together”. Place your message in an envelope if you would like to give it in person. The experience then has a place under the tree without adding another object to keep.

Before Christmas Eve, check the stated delivery method before completing your purchase. Do not assume a paper version will be posted: read the available format and required details. If delivery by email is offered, check the address and retain the useful information.

You can also include a clue about the destination or occasion. This makes giving the present more personal without changing the service itself. Santa can leave an invitation; the date of the outing can then be chosen according to the booking arrangements.

If you imagine presenting a gift box, first check the format actually offered. The term does not guarantee a physical box or home delivery. A card accompanied by your note can be a thoughtful presentation without promising elements that are not included.

Help turn the gift into a booking

After giving the present, offer help finding an appointment if needed. Check the validity period and booking conditions before settling on a date. Giving the experience at Christmas does not guarantee availability on 24 or 25 December or immediate use at every hotel.

Keep the gift details and distinguish included services from optional extras. If several people will attend, agree on a suitable time together. Your thoughtfulness can extend to the outing itself, with arrangements as considered as your original choice.