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Shaken or stirred? Serving up amazing gift card experiences that will last a lifetime

Treat the ones you love to a great getaway this Christmas, with a Clayton Hotels gift card to spend on cocktails, mini-breaks, spa escapes and so much more

Master mixologist at the Clayton Hotel City of London.
Master mixologist at the Clayton Hotel City of London.

A world of amazing experiences awaits inside each one, whether it’s a romantic break or a family adventure, a girlie getaway or a little me-time.

Such a special gift, each can be redeemed at its 50 properties across Ireland, the UK and Germany, including Maldron Hotels, its sister brand.

They can be used to unwrap all kinds of treats, from indulgent breaks to dinners out; afternoon tea to classy cocktails; Club Vitae gym membership to relaxing spa treatments.

With a gift card, the pleasure of giving is all yours and the choice of how best to enjoy their quality time is entirely theirs.

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Bring your bestie away for a trip together.
Bring your bestie away for a trip together.

Delicious treats

For foodies a gift card from Clayton Hotels is a tasty treat, with a range of great bars, grills and restaurants to choose from. Whether it’s the coffee and snacks of its Red Bean Roastery, the mouth-watering menus at its bars and restaurants, or the privacy and comfort of its in-room service. Bring your bestie to Clayton Hotel Chiswick and Clayton Hotel City of London, each perfectly located to explore the capital’s fabulous bars and restaurants.

Cocktails to please

A gift card is a great reason to grab the gang for cocktails and sampling the latest trends from trained mixologists at Clayton Hotel Charlemont. Great for lively nights out and leisurely shopping, it has the recipe for a perfect minibreak, with fine dining at its Gaudens restaurant overlooking the water, and the relaxed atmosphere of its Lockside Bar.

Get alone time together away from the everyday at Clayton Hotel Cork City.
Get alone time together away from the everyday at Clayton Hotel Cork City.

Romantic dates

Gift them a fun-filled city break, out with the grown-ups and away from the kids. Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge, in the leafy heart of Dublin 4, is just minutes from the pulsing city centre nightlife, sport and music venues such as the Aviva and the RDS, and the city’s great galleries and museums. Clayton Hotel Burlington Road is the place to go for big matches, fun nights out, and leisurely strolls down Grafton Street.

Family breaks

Clayton Hotel Leopardstown is the perfect base for mountain bikes and hikes in the Dublin Mountains, or great days at the races. At Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley, they’ll find spacious family rooms and special offers that include tickets to Dublin Zoo or Tayto Park. Cork is a great destination for family fun and Clayton Hotel Cork City, which has a terrific pool, is an easy drive from Fota Island Wildlife Park and the Blackrock Castle Observatory.

If you have an early-morning flight you check into Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport, or if connecting to a flight in the UK, then Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport. Both offer an easy way to break up the journey and have free transfers to all terminals. Ask about the park, stay and fly package, which allows you to leave your car at the hotels for the duration of your holiday.

A family room at the Clayton Hotel Chiswick.
A family room at the Clayton Hotel Chiswick.

Heavenly sleeps

A good night’s sleep at Clayton Hotels is assured thanks to its signature beds that are bespoke to the brand. Pocket-sprung memory foam mattresses in soft, breathable fabrics provide sensational comfort, the perfect retreat after a day exploring new places, such as newly opened Clayton Hotel Glasgow City, housed in a landmark building and close to the shopping at Buchanan Street and Glasgow Science Centre. Or Clayton Hotel Leeds where they can enjoy that city’s vibrant food scene, glamorous cocktail bars and bustling pubs. Clayton has two properties in Manchester, but Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre is in the heart of this eternally cool city.

Take a dip

Gift card holders can enjoy all the great amenities Clayton Hotels have to offer, including fabulous pools and leisure centres. Clayton Hotel Galway, minutes from the city centre and perfect for exploring the Wild Atlantic Way, provides complementary access to its leisure centre, with 20m swimming pool, steam room and sauna. At Clayton Hotel Limerick guests can enjoy the amenities of its Club Vitae, which has all the latest fitness equipment and a gorgeous swimming pool with views over the River Shannon.

For fitness fans

Gym fans can enjoy a break without missing a beat of their fitness routines. Clayton Hotel Belfast, in the heart of its so-called Linen Quarter, is perfect for exploring the city’s top attractions, including Titanic Belfast and Colin Glen, a sports and adventure park. Its Club Vitae health and leisure club includes an indoor heated pool. Guests can enjoy the gym, cool down in the pool, and relax in the sauna and steam room.

Gift card holders can enjoy all the great amenities Clayton Hotels have to offer, including fabulous pools and leisure centres.
Gift card holders can enjoy all the great amenities Clayton Hotels have to offer, including fabulous pools and leisure centres.

Sybaritic bliss

For proper pampering Clayton Whites Hotel’s fabulous Tranquillity Spa is perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and boasts a thermal suite, treatment rooms staffed by expert therapists and some of the best beauty brands from around the world. Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane’s Club Vitae boasts the largest hotel swimming pool in Dublin city and has a wonderful array of treatments, from facials to massages.

Enjoy a festive Christmas afternoon tea at any one of the Clayton properties. Photograph: Maresa Smith/Stocksy United.
Enjoy a festive Christmas afternoon tea at any one of the Clayton properties. Photograph: Maresa Smith/Stocksy United.

Afternoon time

Afternoon tea is a staple at the Clayton Hotel Cambridge where you can enjoy a cream tea in the unique library of this beautiful Art Deco hotel. Or how about something more extravagant such as the bed, bubbles and brunch option at Clayton Hotel Cardiff, in Wales, perfect for a romantic city break.

Stylish stays

Every hotel offers your loved ones the chance to make memories that will endure way beyond their stay. At Clayton Hotel Sligo, that might mean touring Yeats country, surfing at Enniscrone, or enjoying free family activities such as its kids club and fairy trail. At Clayton Hotel Silver Springs, just three kilometres from Cork city centre, they can explore the city’s English Market, enjoy afternoon tea in its cosy Tivoli lounge, or the beaches of West Cork. Stay at Clayton Hotel Birmingham for the city’s magical Frankfurt-style Christmas market, or Clayton Hotel Bristol City, for its year-round St Nicholas Market, one of Britain’s best.

Give the gift of experiences – for years to come

Daydreaming about where to go is half the fun of any leisure break. With a Clayton Hotel gift card, there’s no rush to make a decision. Each is valid for five years, meaning your loved one can enjoy wonderful experiences wherever, and whenever, they want.

What gift could be more generous than that?

Purchase your Clayton Hotel gift cards now.