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.
Surrounded by palm trees and fairy lights, the Nice Christmas market offers a magical setting where winter meets the Mediterranean.
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.
Ice rink and Ferris wheel: the stars of winter in Nice
This year again, both children and adults can enjoy the open-air ice rink and take a ride on the Ferris wheel for a magical view of the city lights.
Right next to the Ferris wheel on Place Masséna, the ice rink brings joy and wonder to everyone.
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
The Hôtel Masséna sparkles with Christmas lights, a symbol of Niçois charm.
This 4-star hotel, part of the Summer Hotels group, reflects the warmth and elegance of the season.
Each winter, the lobby turns into a cozy space filled with twinkling lights and the scent of Christmas spices.
A festive and delicious program
Throughout the season, the hotel offers a festive atmosphere and special experiences:
- Wishing Tree (Nov 17 – Jan 2): Hang your wish in the beautifully decorated lobby.
- Gourmet snacks (Dec 15–25, 4–6 p.m.): Christmas tea, hot chocolate, cookies, or mulled wine, depending on the day.
- Holiday buffets (Dec 24–25 & Dec 31–Jan 1): Festive breakfast with local flavors.
- Champagne toast (Dec 24 & 31): A friendly moment with the hotel manager and sometimes Santa!
- Photo spot & contest (from Nov 17): Smile, snap a photo, and enter our contest for a chance to win one of three prizes.
The Best Western Plus Hôtel Masséna Nice Experience : Why choose the Masséna hotel for the holidays?
- Central location: close to the Christmas market, shops, and city lights.
- Festive spirit: decorations, music, and a warm welcome.
- Near the sea and Old Town: for a true Riviera Christmas.
- Local breakfast, private garage with valet service, and 24/7 front desk.
- Eco-friendly (Green Key label) and part of “Historic Nice” (Bronze level).
- Member of Summer Hotels, a reference 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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