Nice lights up: celebrate the magic of the holidays at the Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice
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Holiday season in Nice — Experience the magic of Christmas 2025 in Nice from the Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice, a 4-star hotel in the heart of the city. Just a few steps from the Christmas market, the ice rink, and the lights of Place Masséna, the hotel welcomes guests for a bright and festive stay. Sparkling decorations, sweet treats, holiday buffets, and a glass of champagne : everything is here for a memorable Christmas on the French Riviera.
Christmas 2025 in Nice
- Christmas Market: November 28, 2025 – January 4, 2026.
- Lights: From late November throughout the city center.
- Where to stay: Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice, just 3 minutes’ walk from the Christmas market and Place Masséna.
- Hotel activities: magical atmosphere, wishing tree, sweet treats, festive buffets, champagne toast, photo corner and prize contest.
- Easy access: Tram L1 (Masséna) / L2 (Jean-Médecin), nearby parking.
A bright Christmas on the French Riviera
At the end of November, Nice dresses up in lights. Strings of twinkling lights glow above Place Masséna, the Ferris wheel rises over the rooftops, and historic buildings sparkle with golden reflections.
Under a bright blue winter sky, the city feels joyful, peaceful, and full of sweet smells like warm waffles.
Spending Christmas in Nice means enjoying festive traditions under the sun, with Provençal customs, a magical market, and the relaxed Mediterranean lifestyle.
Nice Christmas market 2025: a winter wonderland in the city
The Christmas market will take place from November 28, 2025, to January 4, 2026, on the Promenade du Paillon, just a 3-minute walk from the Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice.
What you’ll find :
- Craft chalets: gifts, decorations, and local products.
- Treats: socca, waffles, gingerbread, mulled wine…
- Rides and fun activities for kids.
- Photos with Santa and free entertainment.
Christmas traditions and activities in Nice
Christmas in Nice also means warm traditions and unique experiences:
- Coulée Verte lit up from late November
- Thirteen Provençal desserts: nougat, sweet bread, dried fruits...
- Christmas concerts at Sainte-Réparate Cathedral and the Opera
- Holiday shopping along Avenue Jean-Médecin and in Old Town
- Sunset strolls on the Promenade des Anglais
Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice: a festive hotel in the heart of the city
Each winter, the Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice, a 4-star establishment of the Summer Hotels group, dons its finest decorations and transforms into a true festive haven. Its lobby lights up with sparkling garlands, golden hues, and delicate notes of spices, offering everyone a warm and joyful welcome.
A festive and gourmet program
To celebrate the holidays in style, the hotel has prepared several surprises for its guests throughout the season:
- Wishing Tree, Gourmet Snack, Holiday Buffets
- New Year’s Eve Champagne Toast: Share a toast with the hotel management on December 31st!
- Photo Spot & Contest: Capture your best Christmas moment in the hotel and try to win one of our three fabulous prizes.
The Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice Experience : Why choose the Masséna hotel for the holidays?
- Central Location: Christmas Market, Shopping, Holiday Lights.
- Festive Atmosphere: Decorated Hotel, Music, and a Warm Welcome.
- Close to the Sea & Old Town: The Essence of a Côte d’Azur Christmas.
- Premium Services: Artisanal Breakfast, Private Garage with Valet Service, 24/7 Reception.
- Trusted Labels: Green Key (Responsible Stay) and Bronze “Nice Historique”.
- Hotel Member of the Summer Hotels Group, a Benchmark in Niçois Hospitality.
Let the holiday spirit shine
Under the blue sky and golden lights, Nice shines with a thousand sparks. Between traditions, gastronomy, and the seaside, the capital of the French Riviera offers a truly unique Christmas experience.
Throughout December, the city comes alive with countless Christmas events and shows : concerts, light parades, exhibitions, and family-friendly entertainment fill the season with a magical atmosphere.
Nice welcomes thousands of visitors during the holidays. To make sure you get your favorite room at Hôtel Masséna, book today:
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