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Ring in the New Year in These 12 International Destinations

What better way to ring in the new year in a new city? Better yet, a bucket-list city known for hosting amazing New Year’s Eve festivities?

From dazzling fireworks displays to glamourous parties, Hilton hotels across the globe have mastered the art of turning this annual milestone into a breathtaking experience. Here’s a sneak peek at a few properties you may want to consider for your celebration this year.

Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya

On New Year’s Eve, the fun lasts all day at Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, a sanctuary of wonder on the coast of Riviera Maya. During the day, relax by one of five resort pools, explore ancient lands and enjoy special holiday workshops and activities, including artisan fairs and crafting. Kids will have a blast in the Kids Club with glitter face paint and mini discos before reuniting the entire family for dinner at one of the resort’s 11 restaurants, featuring a mix of local and global cuisines. As evening descends, join the New Year’s Eve White Party featuring a live DJ, Champagne toast, countdown and a fabulous fireworks display. The following morning, guests can welcome 2024 and begin a new year of wellness with a special sunrise gratitude sun salutation ceremony and yoga masterclass.

hotel entrance Tempo by Hilton Times Square

Tempo by Hilton Times Square

Nestled amidst the bustling heart of New York City, Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square offers an exclusive vantage point for experiencing the city’s iconic New Year’s Eve ball drop. Located just steps from restaurants, shops and Broadway theaters, this newly minted hotel presents a unique way to ring in the New Year in style. Guests can choose from a selection of Times Square-view rooms, including coveted corner spaces and high-floor accommodations spanning from 26 to 46 floors. These well-appointed rooms feature expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, providing an intimate setting to relish the classic ball drop in privacy. For those seeking to elevate their celebration even further, Highball restaurant, situated on the 11th floor, is hosting a celebration from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. featuring expertly crafted cocktails at its open bar, delectable hors d’oeuvres and dancing with live music and DJ sets. Book here.

The MURAKA - Underwater Villa at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Step into a world of unrivaled glitz and glamour as Conrad Maldives Rangali Island plays host to a show-stopping New Year’s Eve Gala dinner on the starlit beach. Guests are invited to indulge in a sumptuous buffet spread showcasing a wide array of culinary delights carefully crafted by the hotel’s team of talented chefs. Live music ranging from soulful melodies to high-energy sets will be performed by talented artists and the night promises to be filled with enchantment as whimsical characters and captivating performances ignite the imagination and capture the spirit of the holiday season. As the clock strikes twelve, a magnificent firework display will illuminate the night sky, ringing in the New Year in a burst of color and sparkle.

Resorts World Las Vegas

Resorts World Las Vegas

If there is a place to be on New Year’s Eve, Las Vegas is tops. The famed Las Vegas Strip shuts down in the evening to turn the iconic stretch of Sin City into a pedestrian block party. At Resorts World Las Vegas, home to Crockfords Las Vegas, Conrad Las Vegas and Las Vegas Hilton, various New Year’s Eve and dining events will be taking place. Allé Lounge on 66 provides an upscale evening with prime views of Vegas’ fireworks looking over the Strip. The entertainment headliners for the weekend include Luke Bryan, ODESZA, Zedd and Kaskade. The expansive resort features an array of dining options, including contemporary fine dining by world-renowned chefs and quick eats at Famous Foods Street Eats, a modern food hall. Whether you pamper yourself heading into the new year or refresh following a fantastic celebration, visit the award-winning Awana Spa to nurture your body, mind and soul.

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Ring in the New Year with the 21st annual Big Night San Diego party, held at Hilton San Diego Bayfront. The annual celebration showcases the best bands and DJs, includes drinks with admission and offers an all-inclusive VIP offering with food and reserved tables. Prices for the event start at $129 and must be purchased in advance. Check into Hilton San Diego Bayfront before the event to enjoy a tailored, urban coastal experience with bright and unparalleled views from every guest room. Guests can enjoy dining at one of two onsite restaurants with bayfront views before heading into a night of dancing and a countdown, and then sleep in and relax in the new year at the hotel’s eforea spa.

Conrad Koh Samui

Conrad Koh Samui

Celebrate the last day of the year in the tropics of Koh Samui with Conrad Koh Samui’s New Year's Eve Beach Barefoot Barbeque at Upper Beach. Begin your evening with a welcome drink and continue to the beach for a scrumptious barbeque dinner – featuring live cooking stations of traditional Thai favorites, classic Western dishes, and an array of delectable desserts. An eventful evening awaits with live music, fire show performances, and fun beach games. Then countdown to 2024 at the lower beach and dance the night away. For a more private dinner setting, spend the year's last sunset with your loved ones at the award-winning JAHN restaurant for a New Year’s Eve Dinner Tasting Menu. Savor a seven-course set menu specially curated by our master chefs, ranging from fresh seafood to prime meats grilled to perfection.

Waldorf Astoria Orlando

Waldorf Astoria Orlando

At Waldorf Astoria Orlando, which completed a renovation that spans guest rooms, golf course, spa, Peacock Alley, lobby and public spaces, guests can celebrate the advent of the New Year with an exclusive celebration and prix fixe menu consisting of five inspired and distinctive courses at the also reimagined Bull & Bear. Included with each reservation is a bottle of champagne per table, live entertainment, a photobooth, viewing of the Times Square ball drop, and dancing all night on spacious outdoor cabana lawns. A caviar course and wine pairing courses are also available. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 407-597-5413.

Conrad Bali Exterior

Conrad Bali

Conrad Bali invites you to step into a realm of enchantment and wellness this festive season, unveiling a grand festive celebration program that seamlessly blends tradition, rejuvenation, and the spirit of giving. As part of Conrad Bali's grand festive celebration program, the resort has prepared an array of delightful experiences to make this holiday season truly special. From the special afternoon tea to the buffet prepared, the resort's restaurants offer a sumptuous selection of dining experiences and provide the perfect opportunity to bid farewell to the year and welcome the new one in style. As the clock strikes midnight, guests are treated to a spectacular countdown celebration, featuring dazzling fireworks and live entertainment, ensuring a captivating start to the New Year. For those seeking a holistic approach to the New Year, Conrad Bali's JIWA Wellness offers a range of transformative experiences. Whether it's enhancing your sleep with the SWAY sleep program, indulging in the luxurious 8-hands full-body massage, or kickstarting your fitness journey with invigorating boot camp sessions, you'll find the perfect avenue to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit.

Hilton Waikoloa Village

Hilton Waikoloa Village

From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, Hilton Waikoloa Village hosts a number of unforgettable activities to make the holidays in the islands special. New this year is an incredible New Year’s Eve luau at Lagoon Lanai, overlooking the Saltwater Lagoon. The festivities kick off at 6 p.m. and culminate in an amazing fireworks display over the lagoon at 9 p.m., so kids can partake in the fun before bedtime. Across the resort, New Year’s Eve delicacies will be offered at Kamuela Provision Company and Nui Italian, and adults can ring in 2024 with live entertainment at the Kona Tap Room. On New Year’s Day, refresh at a morning yoga session and then head to the Hair of the Dog pool party at Kona Pool, featuring a live DJ.

DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Westerwood Spa & Golf Resort

DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Westerwood Spa & Golf Resort

Ring in 2024 with the whole family with a kid-friendly New Year's Eve party filled with food, music, laughter, and a traditional Scottish piper at DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Westerwood Spa & Golf Resort, conveniently situated between Glasgow and Stirling. Welcome drinks at the hotel set on 120 acres of gardens against the backdrop of the Campsie Fells begin at 7 p.m., followed by dinner by award-winning Flemings and live entertainment, where children aged four and younger can attend free of charge. Advanced reservations must be booked.

Waldorf Astoria Buckhead Atlanta

Waldorf Astoria Buckhead Atlanta

Indulge in a lavish New Year’s Eve experience like no other at Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead, where opulence and excitement seamlessly converge to create unforgettable memories. The evening begins with an extravagant 5-course, black-tie dinner at the outstanding Brassica restaurant, known for its exquisite culinary offerings and sumptuous flavors. Following the delectable feast, the hotel transforms into the ultimate destination for New Year’s Eve revelry with a party featuring live music, a DJ, interactive pop-ups and activations throughout the lobby and first-floor spaces.

Rooftop Pool at Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown

Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown

The NYElectric Phoenix New Year’s Eve Party returns to Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown for the countdown to 2024 at Alibi Rooftop Lounge, one of the Valley’s highest rooftop poolside bars. The ticketed event takes place from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. with five hours of prepaid drinks, three party areas and two of Phoenix’s top DJs. Guests are invited to enjoy chic cabana spaces, a roaring fire pit and a custom, wraparound bar featuring retractable, climate-controlled glass walls providing 180-degree unobstructed panoramic views of the city.

Hilton Honors Power Up Promotion

With the new Power Up Promotion, Hilton Honors members can earn 2,500 Bonus Points on all Hilton stays between September 3 and December 31, 2024.