Hong Kong SAR, China, 16 Oct 2026 – The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel, is delighted to kick off the festive season by announcing the return of its enchanting Santa’s Grotto. Designed to capture the wonder, warmth, and nostalgia of Christmas, Santa Claus has officially arrived at The Murray to welcome little ones and families for a magical meet-and-greet experience.
Nestled on Level 2 of the iconic hotel, the Grotto is transformed into a cozy Christmas haven adorned with timeless festive decorations. Guided by Santa’s friendly elves, young guests can share their holiday wishes directly with Santa, while families capture the joy with a complimentary framed instant photograph to treasure for years to come. To make the occasion even more memorable, every child will receive a special Christmas gift from Santa himself.
Santa’s Grotto Details
• Dates & Hours:
o 5 – 6, 12 – 13, and 23 December 2026: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
o 19 – 20 and 24 – 25 December 2026: 2:00pm – 7:00pm
• Venue: Level 2, The Murray, Hong Kong, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, Hong Kong
• Price: HKD 308 net per session
o Each ticket includes admission for up to 4 guests (maximum 4 parties per session).
Note: All ticket purchases are non-refundable. Requests for changes to dates or time slots will not be accepted.
For ticket bookings and further details regarding festive programming at The Murray, Hong Kong, please contact +852 3141 8888, email themurray@niccolohotels.com, or visit https://store-themurrayhk.niccolohotels.com/en/santa-grotto-2026/
About The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel
Recognised with a prestigious One MICHELIN Key for two consecutive years in 2025-2026 by MICHELIN Guide Hotel Selection, and as the only Leading Hotels of the World member hotel in the city, The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel is a high-profile preservation project designed by the renowned British architecture and integrated design firm Foster + Partners. As part of the Hong Kong SAR Government's Conserving Central initiative, the hotel occupies the historic Murray Building, one of the city's most iconic landmarks. This US$1 billion contemporary sanctuary features 336 generously proportioned guest rooms and suites distributed across 25 floors. The property boasts an array of exceptional facilities including a swimming pool and spa, a spectacular rooftop bar with panoramic views of the Central Business District and Hong Kong Park's lush greenery, multiple signature dining venues, and versatile meeting and event spaces.
For additional information about The Murray, Hong Kong, please visit niccolohotels.com.
About Niccolo Hotels
Niccolo Hotels is a collection of five contemporary chic hotels inspired by luxury fashion. Underpinning the brand is the desire to make life effortlessly luxurious for guests with engaging experiences, art and design, and sophisticated spaces. The brand’s first property opened in Chengdu in 2015 and it is now present in Hong Kong SAR, Changsha, Chongqing and Suzhou. Niccolo Hotels is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. Visit niccolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.
About GHA and GHA DISCOVERY
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands with over 60 brands and 1,000 hotels across 100 countries. Its award-winning loyalty programme – GHA DISCOVERY – provides 38 million members with recognition, D$ rewards and exclusive experiences across its hotels and partners, both with and without a stay.
Through membership in GHA, brands expand their global reach, drive incremental revenue and reduce dependence on third-party channels, all while maintaining management independence and individual positioning. For more information, visit globalhotelalliance.com or ghadiscovery.com.
Nestled on Level 2 of the iconic hotel, the Grotto is transformed into a cozy Christmas haven adorned with timeless festive decorations. Guided by Santa’s friendly elves, young guests can share their holiday wishes directly with Santa, while families capture the joy with a complimentary framed instant photograph to treasure for years to come. To make the occasion even more memorable, every child will receive a special Christmas gift from Santa himself.
Santa’s Grotto Details
• Dates & Hours:
o 5 – 6, 12 – 13, and 23 December 2026: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
o 19 – 20 and 24 – 25 December 2026: 2:00pm – 7:00pm
• Venue: Level 2, The Murray, Hong Kong, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, Hong Kong
• Price: HKD 308 net per session
o Each ticket includes admission for up to 4 guests (maximum 4 parties per session).
Note: All ticket purchases are non-refundable. Requests for changes to dates or time slots will not be accepted.
For ticket bookings and further details regarding festive programming at The Murray, Hong Kong, please contact +852 3141 8888, email themurray@niccolohotels.com, or visit https://store-themurrayhk.niccolohotels.com/en/santa-grotto-2026/
About The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel
Recognised with a prestigious One MICHELIN Key for two consecutive years in 2025-2026 by MICHELIN Guide Hotel Selection, and as the only Leading Hotels of the World member hotel in the city, The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel is a high-profile preservation project designed by the renowned British architecture and integrated design firm Foster + Partners. As part of the Hong Kong SAR Government's Conserving Central initiative, the hotel occupies the historic Murray Building, one of the city's most iconic landmarks. This US$1 billion contemporary sanctuary features 336 generously proportioned guest rooms and suites distributed across 25 floors. The property boasts an array of exceptional facilities including a swimming pool and spa, a spectacular rooftop bar with panoramic views of the Central Business District and Hong Kong Park's lush greenery, multiple signature dining venues, and versatile meeting and event spaces.
For additional information about The Murray, Hong Kong, please visit niccolohotels.com.
About Niccolo Hotels
Niccolo Hotels is a collection of five contemporary chic hotels inspired by luxury fashion. Underpinning the brand is the desire to make life effortlessly luxurious for guests with engaging experiences, art and design, and sophisticated spaces. The brand’s first property opened in Chengdu in 2015 and it is now present in Hong Kong SAR, Changsha, Chongqing and Suzhou. Niccolo Hotels is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. Visit niccolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.
About GHA and GHA DISCOVERY
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands with over 60 brands and 1,000 hotels across 100 countries. Its award-winning loyalty programme – GHA DISCOVERY – provides 38 million members with recognition, D$ rewards and exclusive experiences across its hotels and partners, both with and without a stay.
Through membership in GHA, brands expand their global reach, drive incremental revenue and reduce dependence on third-party channels, all while maintaining management independence and individual positioning. For more information, visit globalhotelalliance.com or ghadiscovery.com.
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