There are times when you want to buy someone a special sumptuous gift because you really want to show them just how much you care.
And there are times when you need to buy someone a special sumptuous gift because your brownie point bank balance is beginning to look like the Venezuelan national deficit.
Either way, here are a few 5pm Christmas Gift suggestions which will have the lucky recipient gasping ‘You shouldn’t have!’
Private Dining for Ten at Grand Central Hotel
This Big Deal on an exclusive private dining experience at Glasgow’s gorgeous Grand Central Hotel promises a relaxing and stylish way to mark a family celebration, anniversary or birthday.
Beautifully renovated and re-opened in 2010, the Grand Central is one of Glasgow’s landmark hotels and it has welcomed everyone from Churchill to Frank Sinatra.
Since 2010, it has scooped several awards – many of them for the quality of its food. With today’s Big Deal, you and nine friends, family or colleagues can enjoy a luxurious dining experience in one of the private dining rooms at Tempus, the hotel’s restaurant.
Each guest will be served a three course dinner from the Celebration menu, freshly prepared by the award-winning Tempus chefs. The offer includes a half bottle of wine per person with tea, coffee and tablet to finish.
The menus at Tempus always feature locally sourced seasonal ingredients so the exact dishes available may change due to seasonal availability.
Tempus restaurant in the Grand Central Hotel has been a big hit with many 5pm customers. This is what a recent, very enthusiastic, visitor had to say:
‘Great food. Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff and the food is great.’ Rating 5/5
£238 for private dining experience for ten people in Tempus, Grand Central Hotel.
Overnight Getaway with Prosecco at The Aurora Hotel
Ayr’s only boutique hotel and Champagne bar, the Aurora was originally built as a family home in 1803.
Lovingly restored, it offers guests an enviable level of service and beautiful surroundings filled with hand-selected and commissioned artworks.
All of the bedrooms are individually designed and each is equipped with the latest in-room technology including free Wi-Fi and wall-mounted flat screen colour TV. The rooms feature luxurious bedding – fine Egyptian cotton bed linen, luxurious throws and cashmere blend blankets – plus thick, fluffy bathrobes, slippers, Scottish toiletries and, of course, a hairdryer.
Available seven days a week, this offer is for an overnight stay at the Aurora. Option one is for two people to stay in a standard double or twin while option two is for two people to enjoy an overnight stay in a Junior Executive Suite with a kingsize bed. Both options include a chilled bottle of Prosecco in your room on arrival and a full Scottish breakfast in the morning.
The Aurora Hotel came under new management earlier this year and the change has resulted in fantastic TripAdvisor reviews like these excerpts:
‘What an excellent place to stay for a romantic getaway. The hotel has recently been bought over by a couple… charming and very helpful at all times. You really feel relaxed in this hotel and all the staff were very friendly and helpful. The décor is quirky but classy at the same time.’
‘The bar & restaurant have been extended and redecorated, very nicely done too. We ate dinner on both nights in the hotel and it was excellent on both occasions. Now the best bit, the cocktails are fab.’
Pamper Session for Two + Geleration File & Polish at Cameron House
Take some time out and breathe easy with this Big Deal at the gorgeous Cameron Club, part of the five star Cameron House on Loch Lomond.
Treat yourself and a friend to a Geleration file and polish from The Beauty Bar nail ninjas as part of a relaxing morning or afternoon in the Cameron Club.
Including full use of Cameron Club leisure facilities such as the sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi, it is the perfect stress-busting present. It is also a glorious way to add a warm glow to the early part of 2016.
Viewed from the lagoon pool, Loch Lomond may well sparkle in the frost but you will be toasty and relaxed.
Cameron House has long had a glowing reputation. This is what recent TripAdvisor reviews have said:
‘Had a great time.’
‘First class.’
‘Five star excellence.’
Borders Break at The Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course
Enjoy a country house break in the Borders with this offer from the elegant Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course.
Set in gorgeous parkland, the hotel is part of the Duke of Roxburghe’s estate near Kelso in the beautiful Scottish Borders. With a championship golf course and a full range of outdoor pursuits, The Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course is a tremendous setting for a getaway break.
A little over an hour from Edinburgh and two from Glasgow, it is also conveniently close for a spot of rest and relaxation.
Originally a Scottish Jacobean country house, The Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course has a rich and colourful history. A hotel since 1982, the building’s period charm has been matched with contemporary comforts to create a stunning country retreat. Roaring open fires mean that it is also a cosy location for a leisurely break.
Available seven days a week, this Big Deal is for an overnight stay in a double or twin room at The Roxburghe. The offer includes a full Scottish breakfast. All of the rooms offer amenities such as cosy bathrobes, free WiFi, Ipod docking stations and luxurious Arran Aromatics toiletries.
The offer includes a full Scottish breakfast. Guests are also welcome to take other meals in the hotel’s Chez Roux restaurant. The menu features dishes from the great Albert Roux who describes his cooking as ‘French classical cuisine with a flair and lightness, using local product as much as possible.’
This four star country house hotel has attracted many glowing TripAdvisor reviews such as this:
‘Excellent hotel with well stocked bar and Chez Roux gourmet dining. Fabulous breakfast menu. Luxury room with free WiFi. Golf course in really good condition… Friendly and helpful staff.’
£101 for overnight getaway for two at The Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course.
Champagne and Cupcake Spa Day Experience with Two Treatments at Savannah Day Spa
This stunning offer on a spa experience at the Savannah Day Spa in Hallmark Hotel offers a taste of relaxing luxury – the perfect way to warm up a winter day.
Savannah Day Spa is an award-winning salon based in the four star Hallmark Hotel on Washington Street in the city centre. With this Big Deal, you can enjoy all that this popular spa has to offer.
This Big Deal would make a great gift for family or friends, a fantastic girls’ day out with pals or simply a fun way to treat yourself to some TLC.
Available seven days a week, this offer is for one person and includes a glass of Champagne and cupcake on arrival; use of fluffy robes and towels and the run of the luxurious leisure facilities which include a gorgeous pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and hi-tech gym.
At the heart of the offer is your choice of two 30 minute treatments from the following ten options:
LA hot stone therapy
Back, neck and shoulder massage
Swedish back, neck and shoulder massage
Aromatherapy back, neck and shoulder massage
Hot candle oil massage
Time precious facial
Reflexology
Foot & leg massage
Cleanse, facial massage and make-up
Long lasting gel application manicure
This is what a recent visitors had to say on the spa’s 5pm page:
‘Excellent. Visited the salon for a facial and it was so relaxing. I had everything explained to me before I had the treatment. Staff are very friendly and helpful.’ Rating 5/5
£39 for a Champagne + Cupcake Spa Day Experience with two treatments at Savannah Day Spa
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