Bangkok, the dazzling city of perpetual sunshine, transforms into a haven of cosmopolitan Christmas charm every holiday season. While snow remains a distant fantasy, the capital imports the world’s most elegant winter traditions, embracing none with more passion and artistry than the Festive Afternoon Tea.
Its immense popularity isn’t accidental—it’s a perfect marriage of cultural factors. Thais appreciate intricate craftsmanship and delicate presentation, values perfectly embodied by the three-tiered stand of miniature edible art. This tradition is a celebration of slowing down, allowing friends and family to gather and indulge in European seasonal treats—gingerbread, panettone, fruitcake and beautiful tartlets—all fabulously reimagined with local flair. It’s more than a meal; it’s a moment of opulent calm and an essential social ritual that makes the holidays in Bangkok feel refined, indulgent, and meaningful.
Here is our extensive list of the 11 spectacular afternoon tea venues where indulgence is a must this festive season:
WHITE OUT
Anantara Siam Bangkok
Anantara Siam’s Lobby celebrates the season with the White Christmas Afternoon Tea, inspired by the hotel’s theme, “Legacy in White.” This theme—a nod to the hotel’s “From Memory to Legacy” narrative and the childhood portrait of King Rama VI—brings a festive twist to the timeless tradition. Enjoy delicate pastries, freshly baked scones, and artisanal teas, where each treat honors the rich cultural heritage and royal land of Thailand.
Price: THB 1,950++ for two persons, including a one-time serving of tea or coffee.
Essential Note: Serving from December through to the 15 January 2026.
TRULY A HOLIDAY BLISS
Baan Dusit Thani
Baan Dusit Thani offers a nostalgic escape, delivering refined Thai heritage dining in a stunning, classic setting, honoring the Dusit legacy. Celebrate the season of warmth with their Holiday Bliss Afternoon Tea. This Festive High Tea Set is thoughtfully curated, combining premium tea with a selection of savory bites and delightful seasonal sweets crafted to bring joy and indulgence to everyone’s holiday afternoons.
Price: Set for One: THB 1,165 net and Set for Two: THB 2,119 net
Essential Note: This special set will be available from 1 – 31 December 2025, crafted to bring joy and indulgence to your holiday afternoons. Booking is required 1 day in advance.
THE FESTIVE TEASE
The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon
Tease at The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon —a playfully sophisticated space known for its bold black-and-white retro-inspired design—brings an artistic edge to the holidays. Famous for blending high-art aesthetics with quality sips and “boozy twists,” Tease celebrates the season with a new, highly photogenic Festive Afternoon Tea Set. This curated collection of savory and sugary bites is every bit as tempting as it looks.
Price: THB 1,100++ per set, with an optional dessert wine pairing for THB 899++ per person.
Essential Note: Available from December to 31 January 2026.
TEA WITH BUBBLY
Park Hyatt Bangkok
Indulgence takes flight at The Living Room, Park Hyatt Bangkok, where the Festive Afternoon Tea is perfectly paired with celebratory champagne. This elevated experience features beautifully handcrafted pastries by Pastry Chef Fabrizio Zarate, alongside savory delights inspired by the season. Highlights include the whimsical Santa’s Hat (strawberry compote and Tonka Chantilly), the Christmas Bauble (mandarin, cinnamon jelly, and honey pannacotta), and the opulent North Star (dark chocolate ganache and almond praline). Savory bites, like smoked salmon with persimmon and walnut tarator, and a turkey breast tartlet with remoulade, complete this luxurious spread.
Price: THB 3,200++ per set for two persons. Enhance the festive dining experience by adding a half bottle of Champagne Bollinger for an additional THB 2,900++.
Essential Note: Serving daily from December to 6 January 2026.
A TASTE OF JOY
Pullman Bangkok King Power
The Lobby at Pullman Bangkok King Power is serving a festive feast where Christmas magic meets every sip. The Taste of Christmas Afternoon Tea offers a well-crafted selection of highly photogenic sweet and savory treats, perfect for content seekers and those looking to relax. The beautifully presented set features holiday favorites, including Cinnamon Christmas Cookies, English Fruit Cake, delicate macarons, and savory Foie Gras Mousse on Mini Brioche with Fig Chutney.
Price: Christmas Afternoon Tea Set: THB 1,390 net (for 2 guests) and Premium Set with sparkling wine or red wine: THB 1,990 net (for 2 guests).
Essential Note: This special afternoon tea set serves through 15 January 2026, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at the lobby of Pullman Bangkok King Power.
SPARKLY DELICIOUS
The St. Regis Bangkok
The holiday spirit shines at The St. Regis Bangkok x Swarovski Festive Afternoon Tea, where exclusive sweet and savory creations are dramatically presented in Swarovski’s signature octagonal yellow boxes. The menu is a masterpiece: savor indulgent treats like the Caviar and Butterfly Pea Parmigiano Reggiano Mousse Tartlet and the festive Pumpkin Choux with Cranberry. Sweets include the elegant Mulled Wine Macaron (adorned with the Swarovski swan emblem), Mont Blanc, and the traditional Zimtstern Christmas cookie. The experience concludes with perfect Mixed Fruit Scones, served with all the classic accompaniments and fine teas.
