Celebrate the arrival of 2026 in style with an unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience at Kinsale Hotel & Spa. Located along the stunning Wild Atlantic Way and surrounded by 90 acres of tranquil countryside, our hotel provides the perfect backdrop for an elegant and memorable evening. Whether you are planning a romantic night away, celebrating with friends, or looking for a special way to mark the end of the year, our New Year’s Eve Celebration promises a relaxed, indulgent, and atmospheric experience.
Your evening begins with a refreshing mimosa on arrival, setting the tone for a night of celebration and enjoyment. Our team will welcome you into the warm surroundings of the Rockpool Restaurant, where you will dine from our specially designed New Year’s Eve Menu, created to showcase seasonal flavours and the very best local produce. Each dish is crafted with care by our talented culinary team, ensuring a dining experience that feels both luxurious and comforting.
As the evening continues, celebrations will continue with a DJ, playing from 9pm until 12.30am, creating the perfect soundtrack to carry you into the New Year, alongside a midnight toast with a glass of chilled prosecco.
Whether you prefer to sit back with a drink, enjoy the atmosphere, or take to the dance floor, the night is yours to enjoy at your own pace. With a relaxed, welcoming festive setting, it’s the ideal way to mark the start of a new year surrounded by good company.
Please note that advance booking is strongly advised
Dining experience, €69 per person
Join us for a night of delicious food, great music, and warm hospitality, a celebration designed to help you welcome 2026 with style, joy, and ease. We look forward to celebrating with you.
Contact us on 021 470 6000 or reservations@hotelkinsale.ie
Arrival Cocktail
Mimosa
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Starters
Smoked Butternut Squash & Roast Sweet Potato Soup
Homemade Goose Liver Parfait, with Toasted Brioche, Cherry Gel, Rocket & Cranberry Salsa
Lobster & Argentinian Prawn Vol au Vent in a Prawn Bisque Cream, Topped with Shaved Vegetable Salad & Yuzu Dressing
Golden Fried Wild Mushroom Arancini with Black Truffle Aioli
Mains
Salmon en Croute with Spinach Stuffing, Confit Fondant Potatoes, Pickled Asparagus, Roast Tomato Sauce, Basil Emulsion
Slow Roasted Guinea Fowl served with Sarladaises Potatoes, Purple Broccoli, Wild Mushrooms, Sherry & Port Jus
Chestnut Wellington, served with Beetroot Hummus, Candied Golden Beetroot, Thyme infused Goats’ Cheese, Sage Crisps
12oz Sirloin Steak served with Portobello Mushroom, Shallot Chutney, House Fries & choice of Pepper Sauce, Béarnaise Sauce, Garlic Butter (€15 supplement)
Desserts
Homemade Banoffee Pie, served with Salted Chocolate Ganache, Chocolate Sauce & Chocolate Shavings
Homemade Baileys Crème Brûlée served with Candied Blackberries & Sable Biscuit
Les Jamelles Poached Pear with Spiced Mascarpone Mousse & a Cinnamon Tuille
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Freshly Brewed Tea or Coffee
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Glass of Prosecco at Midnight
