Celebrate a Magical Christmas Season Across Mercan Hotels in Portugal

• 17 December, 25

As the holiday season arrives, Mercan Hotels in Portugal invite guests to experience Christmas and New Year’s Eve through a curated series of festive celebrations across Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia, Évora, and Beja. Each property offers a distinctive blend of gastronomy, art, music, and cultural expression — creating memorable holiday moments across the country.

Renaissance Porto Lapa Hotel

Renaissance Porto Lapa Hotel welcomes the New Year with “The Greatest New Year at Renaissance,” a circus-inspired celebration featuring acrobats, live entertainers, a DJ-led countdown, and a refined six-course gala dinner, followed by midnight fireworks. The celebrations extend into January 1 with a generous New Year’s Brunch, offering hot and cold stations, live cooking, and an indulgent dessert selection.

Sé Catedral Hotel Porto – Blss U Gastro Club

At Sé Catedral Hotel Porto, New Year’s Eve at Blss U Gastro Club is driven by Brazilian rhythm and energy. The night blends live DJ sets, samba circles, and expressive dance with a Brazilian-inspired menu featuring churrasquinho, moqueca, plantain bobó, and tropical desserts — delivering a vibrant, sensory-driven celebration in the heart of Porto.

Casa da Companhia, Porto

Located in Porto’s historic center, Casa da Companhia – Vignette Collection hosts a Venetian Mascheranda-inspired New Year’s Eve dinner. Masks, period costumes, theatrical décor, and music transform the evening into an elegant and immersive experience, inviting guests to welcome 2026 with mystery, sophistication, and old-world charm.

Origine Porto Gaia – Tribute Portfolio

Overlooking the Douro River, Origine Porto Gaia – Tribute Portfolio presents a sophisticated New Year’s Eve inspired by the 70s, 80s, and 90s. A premium six-course dinner featuring lobster, foie gras, sea bass, and venison Wellington is paired with a retro-themed party, followed by a relaxed New Year’s Brunch with river views the next day.

Hilton Garden Inn Évora – Forno da Telha Restaurant

At the Forno da Telha Restaurant within Hilton Garden Inn Évora, New Year’s Eve is celebrated with a 1920s-themed dinner honoring Alentejo cuisine and local producers. Live music accompanies a traditional menu of soup, fish, meat, and dessert, followed by a comforting late-night supper featuring cod fritters, caldo verde, and bifanas.

Hilton Garden Inn Évora

The Hilton Garden Inn Évora also offers a family-friendly festive dinner, opening with the UNESCO-recognized Cante Alentejano. Multiple food stations, showcooking, and desserts lead into a lively midnight celebration with DJ Nuno Anjos, an open bar, and a traditional late-night supper — ideal for guests of all ages.

Holiday Inn Beja by IHG – Chaparro Alentejano

Chaparro Alentejano reimagines ancient Roman banquets with a six-course New Year’s Eve menu highlighting regional specialties such as confit codfish and black pork loin with chestnuts. Musical performances and a festive supper complete the evening in true Alentejo style.

Porto Arts Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

On December 20 and 21, the Porto Arts Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, hosts a free-entry Christmas Market in collaboration with the Portuguese Association of Arts and Culture. The market showcases local artisans, handmade gifts, and creative pieces — reflecting Mercan’s commitment to community, creativity, and meaningful cultural experiences.

A Holiday Journey Across Portugal

Plan your festive holiday across Portugal with Mercan Hotels — from Porto’s contemporary performances and riverside elegance to the heritage-rich traditions of the Alentejo. Experience a Christmas and New Year’s journey shaped by cultural depth, refined gastronomy, and artistic celebration across the country.