Celebrate the festive season with delicious dining at The Rine Hotel. Whether you're planning a Christmas catch-up with friends, a family gathering, or an end-of-year celebration, enjoy seasonal menus and a warm welcome in the heart of County Clare.
Relaxed, sociable and full of festive atmosphere, Shannigan's is the perfect choice for casual Christmas gatherings. Enjoy hearty dishes, seasonal drinks, and a welcoming setting that's ideal for friends, families, and informal celebrations.
For a more refined festive dining experience, The Whitehorn Restaurant offers Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, locally sourced ingredients, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for family occasions, date nights, or smaller celebrations throughout December.
Meet friends and celebrate the season together.
Enjoy a festive meal with someone special.
Create festive memories over great food.
Celebrate the end of the year with colleagues.
Our festive menus are released closer to Christmas each year, allowing our chefs to showcase the very best seasonal ingredients. Check back soon for this year's festive dining menus, opening dates, and booking information.
Christmas dining is available throughout the festive season in the weeks leading up to Christmas. Our seasonal menus and dining dates are released closer to December each year.
No. The Rine Hotel is closed on Christmas Day. We welcome guests throughout the festive season, offering seasonal dining experiences in the lead-up to Christmas.
Yes. We recommend booking early, particularly for weekends and larger groups during December, as festive dining is one of our most popular seasonal experiences.
Guests can choose between two unique dining experiences:
Yes. Our chefs are happy to accommodate a range of dietary requirements and allergies where possible. Please let our team know when making your reservation.
Absolutely. Whether you're planning a family celebration, festive catch-up with friends, or a work Christmas gathering, we can accommodate groups of various sizes throughout the festive season.
The Rine Hotel is located in Newmarket-on-Fergus, County Clare, on the beautiful Dromoland Estate, just a short drive from Ennis and Shannon Airport.
You can book by contacting our reservations team directly. They'll be happy to advise on festive menus, availability, group bookings, and any special requests.
Whether you're planning a festive catch-up, family meal, or end-of-year celebration, we'd love to welcome you this Christmas season.
