TORONTO, October 16, 2020 – Fairmont Hotels and Resorts across North America are getting into the spirit of the sweetest night of the year with property specials and travel packages as well as interactive programming to celebrate every kid’s favorite day of the year. Each property has implemented precautions in line with Accor’s protocols to protect the health and safety of sweet-toothed guests through the month of October.
Here’s how select Fairmont North American properties will be counting down the bewitching hours until Halloween night and encouraging families and friends to start the holidays with a BOO!:
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess – (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Carve out an evening for Pumpkin Nights featuring an outsized lineup of joyfully scary activities from seasonal fun at Patches Pumpkin Farm to kid-sized rides like The Sizzler and Spidermania on the Jack-O-Lantern Lawn. All spirits are welcome at The Spookeasy Libations & Ghost Kitchen serving a frighteningly good menu of seasonal specialties beneath the ghostly glimmer of chandeliers. Let the good times glow…er, flow with beer, wine, and specialty cocktails from the Madame Fleur to the Orange Trip, all perfect accompaniments to an array of hearty dishes including Braised Schreiner’s Bratwurst and Deviled Egg Dip, plus special selections for kids. Too nervous to step into the Haunted Plaza? Relax: Bernard the Butler and resident musician Elwood Bones will show the way past animated skeletons singing friendly ghost stories to photo-ops by the Great Pumpkin, and more. There’s no better way for guests to enjoy Pumpkin Nights than with the Sip, Savor & Spice Package, including one night in a luxurious newly renovated Fairmont Room; $100 daily resort credit valid at Well & Being Spa, shopping at Fairmont retail outlets and dining at food-and-beverage outlets; plus preferred restaurant reservations at one resort dining outlet and VIP Express Pass admission to Pumpkin Nights attractions for registered guest room occupants. Package rates from USD $299; valid now until October 31; Pumpkin Nights run Wednesday-Sunday from October 7-11, and nightly from October 14-31.
Fairmont Grand Del Mar – (San Diego, California)
Spooky family fun will spool out through the month of October at this glamorous Old World Mediterranean-style estate nestled within 400 acres of coastal canyon in San Diego. Keep your eyes on the shadows as you enjoy popular Halloween movies from Hocus Pocus to Hotel Transylvania under the stars on Friday nights, roast s’mores over your own private fire pit on the spooky Aria Lawn, and sip specialty fall cocktails and indulge in delectable dining at food and beverage outlets throughout the resort. Come Halloween night, dress the kids in costume as the hotel comes alive with a trail of ghostly surprises. Halloween festivities available to hotel guests only; rates from USD $739.
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa – (Sonoma, California)
Wine isn’t the only spirit to uncork at this exceptional hotel in the heart of California Wine Country. Indulge in special rates through the month of October with the Inn’s new 20/20 Offer including luxurious overnight accommodations and 20% off onsite food and beverage, with rates starting at USD $279 per night in a classic heritage Fairmont category room. There is no end of things to see, do, eat and drink in California’s most haunted town, as guests will discover with onsite and local possibilities including a Ghost & Legends Walking Tour of Sonoma’s interesting past; fiendish foodstuffs like Black mission fig & ricotta toast with Marcona almonds, lardo, and sumac, and otherworldly wine pairings from the spirited seasonal menu of Chef Jared’s CaliForno - Street Eats Food Truck; and hauntingly soothing treatments at Willow Stream Spa, which is celebrating October with outdoor massages to scare away stress. Take sinister shots at the holes of Sonoma Golf Club, available for play only to members and guests of Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa; and sip spirited cocktails fashioned by the Inn’s resident mixologists whose seasonally inspired potions include the Twilight Cocktail, a frighteningly delicious concoction of three rums and fruit juices.
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square – (San Francisco, California)
Check-in, stay awhile, and delight the kids with the Halloween Spooktacular by the Bay package that gives guests the option of purchasing a Trick-or-Treat Basket filled with mouthwatering goodies for one child (USD$50; additional baskets USD$25 per child). The hotel will get Halloween started early with an all-ages costume party (exclusive to registered guests) unfolding from 3pm-4pm on the Mustard Terrace overlooking panoramic views of San Francisco Bay. Rates start at USD $960; valid from October 29th until November 3rd. To book a package, please contact jonathan.fisch@fairmont.com; use ‘package on fly’ codes WEBBOO and POFBOO.
Fairmont Austin – (Austin, Texas)
Visitors can keep Austin sweet with the festive, family-friendly Trick or Treat Yourself package from Fairmont Austin. Head to “Bat City” – yes, that’s one of Austin’s nicknames – and sweeten Halloween with a spooktacular in-room experience including choice of three selections from a Sweet & Spooky Snack Menu, a Halloween cookie decorating kit (1 for each child), and a complimentary in-room movie for the whole family to enjoy. Booking window: now until October 30; travel window: October 30-October 31; Promo Code: POCUS; subject to availability and blackout dates; cannot be combined with other offers.
Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel – (Berkeley, California)
From hikes to yoga to wine and cheese tastings, the “White Castle on the Hill,” as Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel is known, has been busy with engaging Harvest in the Hills activities throughout the month of October. Kids will be drawn to a couple in particular, including Cookie Decorating on the front lawn on Saturday, October 24 and Saturday, October 31. This will keep little imaginations busy and little appetites satisfied with a dozen cookies to decorate and then eat on the spot or take home. (USD $25 per dozen, with icing, sprinkles and decorating tools provided.) Meantime, the Pumpkin Patch featuring Berkeley’s only Pumpkin Tower and other seasonal favorites is the perfect backdrop for frightening or festive family photographs, available daily from October 16 through November 1. To sign up for Harvest in the Hills events, please visit here.
Fairmont Mayakoba – (Quintana Roo, Mexico)
Discover the Day of the Dead tradition at Fairmont Mayakoba. From its beautiful location surrounded by lush rainforest-lined with waterways and white-sand Caribbean beachfront in the Riviera Maya, the 5 Diamond-rated resort will tap its staff to create offerings – or alters – and dedicate them to family and friends that have been lost this year. Guests will appreciate and learn more about the celebration as alters are placed throughout the hotel, including in the lobby and restaurants. Meanwhile, La Catrina, a symbol of death elegantly adorned with flowers and many colors, will also be on view, and employees will dress as La Catrina while walking around and interacting with guests. The Day of the Dead will really be something to experience, with a special Halloween treat basket available for bookings from October 29 through November 2.
Fairmont Le Château Montebello – (Quebec, Canada)
Nestled in the Montebello woods, the world’s largest log cabin is the place to be on Friday and Saturday over Halloween weekend with a host of family-friendly and family-spooky activities for all ages to enjoy. Guests of Fairmont Le Château Montebello are invited to take a jump right into a Candy Hunt at Boutique de Château; Costumed Dinners for Children at Aux Chantignoles, with a Mysterious Mocktail for young ones who dare to dress up for the occasion; Happy Halloween Bingo (reserved for hotel guests only); plus DIY Halloween Hat and Pumpkin Decoration, Family Movie Nights in the Oataouais room, and more. Don’t miss Breakfast in Pyjama at Aux Chantignoles on Sunday, November 1. To be sure you’re a part of the festivities, reserve a one-night Boo-Go Staycation package by November 13, and receive a complimentary second night for stays through April 30, 2021. The entire list of fall activities can be found here.
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver – (Vancouver, Canada)
Looking to spot a famed ghost this Halloween? The spirit of graceful hotel guest, the Lady in Red, is rumored to have been seen at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver on the 14th floor, exiting the dummy shafts and in The Roof event venue. If you prefer to sip spirits rather than sight them, Notch8 Restaurant & Bar will be featuring its delicious Lady in Red cocktail. The hotel is also offering the Children’s Halloween Package, priced at CAD $50 and available to add to any room reservation when booking online from October 15, 2020 to October 31, 2020. This special package includes a mini pumpkin decorating kit, one in-room movie, and a snack bag filled with festive Halloween goodies.
Fairmont Empress - (Victoria, Canada)
Guests are invited to explore the eerie history of the Fairmont Empress this Halloween season. Those looking to learn more about the hotel’s history can take a Self-Guided Haunted Victoria tour by visiting this website or can purchase tickets to the Discover the Past tours led by local historian John Adams. Be sure to keep your eyes open for a thin mustached man walking the halls with a cane, Sir Francis Rattenbury, the building’s architect.
Fairmont Banff Springs - (Banff, Canada)
Fairmont Banff Springs is offering an unforgettable evening under the stars with its Starlight Concert series on October 31, 2020. This ticketed event will feature a performance from award-winning, Alberta country quartet Nice Horse. Tickets will only be available to guests staying at the hotel for CAD $60 per person through the hotel’s Royal Service team. To reserve a ticket please call +1 (403) 762-2211 or via email banffsprings@fairmont.com.
Fairmont Palliser - (Calgary, Canada)
Enjoy the Fairmont Palliser’s No Tricks, Just Treats Halloween package, starting at CAD $149 per night. Book your stay throughout the month of October using the promo code PNTN and enjoy one in-room movie, Halloween treats, and a complimentary room upgrade with early check-in and checkout included.
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For more information about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, please visit www.fairmont.com.
Here’s how select Fairmont North American properties will be counting down the bewitching hours until Halloween night and encouraging families and friends to start the holidays with a BOO!:
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess – (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Carve out an evening for Pumpkin Nights featuring an outsized lineup of joyfully scary activities from seasonal fun at Patches Pumpkin Farm to kid-sized rides like The Sizzler and Spidermania on the Jack-O-Lantern Lawn. All spirits are welcome at The Spookeasy Libations & Ghost Kitchen serving a frighteningly good menu of seasonal specialties beneath the ghostly glimmer of chandeliers. Let the good times glow…er, flow with beer, wine, and specialty cocktails from the Madame Fleur to the Orange Trip, all perfect accompaniments to an array of hearty dishes including Braised Schreiner’s Bratwurst and Deviled Egg Dip, plus special selections for kids. Too nervous to step into the Haunted Plaza? Relax: Bernard the Butler and resident musician Elwood Bones will show the way past animated skeletons singing friendly ghost stories to photo-ops by the Great Pumpkin, and more. There’s no better way for guests to enjoy Pumpkin Nights than with the Sip, Savor & Spice Package, including one night in a luxurious newly renovated Fairmont Room; $100 daily resort credit valid at Well & Being Spa, shopping at Fairmont retail outlets and dining at food-and-beverage outlets; plus preferred restaurant reservations at one resort dining outlet and VIP Express Pass admission to Pumpkin Nights attractions for registered guest room occupants. Package rates from USD $299; valid now until October 31; Pumpkin Nights run Wednesday-Sunday from October 7-11, and nightly from October 14-31.
Fairmont Grand Del Mar – (San Diego, California)
Spooky family fun will spool out through the month of October at this glamorous Old World Mediterranean-style estate nestled within 400 acres of coastal canyon in San Diego. Keep your eyes on the shadows as you enjoy popular Halloween movies from Hocus Pocus to Hotel Transylvania under the stars on Friday nights, roast s’mores over your own private fire pit on the spooky Aria Lawn, and sip specialty fall cocktails and indulge in delectable dining at food and beverage outlets throughout the resort. Come Halloween night, dress the kids in costume as the hotel comes alive with a trail of ghostly surprises. Halloween festivities available to hotel guests only; rates from USD $739.
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa – (Sonoma, California)
Wine isn’t the only spirit to uncork at this exceptional hotel in the heart of California Wine Country. Indulge in special rates through the month of October with the Inn’s new 20/20 Offer including luxurious overnight accommodations and 20% off onsite food and beverage, with rates starting at USD $279 per night in a classic heritage Fairmont category room. There is no end of things to see, do, eat and drink in California’s most haunted town, as guests will discover with onsite and local possibilities including a Ghost & Legends Walking Tour of Sonoma’s interesting past; fiendish foodstuffs like Black mission fig & ricotta toast with Marcona almonds, lardo, and sumac, and otherworldly wine pairings from the spirited seasonal menu of Chef Jared’s CaliForno - Street Eats Food Truck; and hauntingly soothing treatments at Willow Stream Spa, which is celebrating October with outdoor massages to scare away stress. Take sinister shots at the holes of Sonoma Golf Club, available for play only to members and guests of Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa; and sip spirited cocktails fashioned by the Inn’s resident mixologists whose seasonally inspired potions include the Twilight Cocktail, a frighteningly delicious concoction of three rums and fruit juices.
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square – (San Francisco, California)
Check-in, stay awhile, and delight the kids with the Halloween Spooktacular by the Bay package that gives guests the option of purchasing a Trick-or-Treat Basket filled with mouthwatering goodies for one child (USD$50; additional baskets USD$25 per child). The hotel will get Halloween started early with an all-ages costume party (exclusive to registered guests) unfolding from 3pm-4pm on the Mustard Terrace overlooking panoramic views of San Francisco Bay. Rates start at USD $960; valid from October 29th until November 3rd. To book a package, please contact jonathan.fisch@fairmont.com; use ‘package on fly’ codes WEBBOO and POFBOO.
Fairmont Austin – (Austin, Texas)
Visitors can keep Austin sweet with the festive, family-friendly Trick or Treat Yourself package from Fairmont Austin. Head to “Bat City” – yes, that’s one of Austin’s nicknames – and sweeten Halloween with a spooktacular in-room experience including choice of three selections from a Sweet & Spooky Snack Menu, a Halloween cookie decorating kit (1 for each child), and a complimentary in-room movie for the whole family to enjoy. Booking window: now until October 30; travel window: October 30-October 31; Promo Code: POCUS; subject to availability and blackout dates; cannot be combined with other offers.
Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel – (Berkeley, California)
From hikes to yoga to wine and cheese tastings, the “White Castle on the Hill,” as Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel is known, has been busy with engaging Harvest in the Hills activities throughout the month of October. Kids will be drawn to a couple in particular, including Cookie Decorating on the front lawn on Saturday, October 24 and Saturday, October 31. This will keep little imaginations busy and little appetites satisfied with a dozen cookies to decorate and then eat on the spot or take home. (USD $25 per dozen, with icing, sprinkles and decorating tools provided.) Meantime, the Pumpkin Patch featuring Berkeley’s only Pumpkin Tower and other seasonal favorites is the perfect backdrop for frightening or festive family photographs, available daily from October 16 through November 1. To sign up for Harvest in the Hills events, please visit here.
Fairmont Mayakoba – (Quintana Roo, Mexico)
Discover the Day of the Dead tradition at Fairmont Mayakoba. From its beautiful location surrounded by lush rainforest-lined with waterways and white-sand Caribbean beachfront in the Riviera Maya, the 5 Diamond-rated resort will tap its staff to create offerings – or alters – and dedicate them to family and friends that have been lost this year. Guests will appreciate and learn more about the celebration as alters are placed throughout the hotel, including in the lobby and restaurants. Meanwhile, La Catrina, a symbol of death elegantly adorned with flowers and many colors, will also be on view, and employees will dress as La Catrina while walking around and interacting with guests. The Day of the Dead will really be something to experience, with a special Halloween treat basket available for bookings from October 29 through November 2.
Fairmont Le Château Montebello – (Quebec, Canada)
Nestled in the Montebello woods, the world’s largest log cabin is the place to be on Friday and Saturday over Halloween weekend with a host of family-friendly and family-spooky activities for all ages to enjoy. Guests of Fairmont Le Château Montebello are invited to take a jump right into a Candy Hunt at Boutique de Château; Costumed Dinners for Children at Aux Chantignoles, with a Mysterious Mocktail for young ones who dare to dress up for the occasion; Happy Halloween Bingo (reserved for hotel guests only); plus DIY Halloween Hat and Pumpkin Decoration, Family Movie Nights in the Oataouais room, and more. Don’t miss Breakfast in Pyjama at Aux Chantignoles on Sunday, November 1. To be sure you’re a part of the festivities, reserve a one-night Boo-Go Staycation package by November 13, and receive a complimentary second night for stays through April 30, 2021. The entire list of fall activities can be found here.
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver – (Vancouver, Canada)
Looking to spot a famed ghost this Halloween? The spirit of graceful hotel guest, the Lady in Red, is rumored to have been seen at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver on the 14th floor, exiting the dummy shafts and in The Roof event venue. If you prefer to sip spirits rather than sight them, Notch8 Restaurant & Bar will be featuring its delicious Lady in Red cocktail. The hotel is also offering the Children’s Halloween Package, priced at CAD $50 and available to add to any room reservation when booking online from October 15, 2020 to October 31, 2020. This special package includes a mini pumpkin decorating kit, one in-room movie, and a snack bag filled with festive Halloween goodies.
Fairmont Empress - (Victoria, Canada)
Guests are invited to explore the eerie history of the Fairmont Empress this Halloween season. Those looking to learn more about the hotel’s history can take a Self-Guided Haunted Victoria tour by visiting this website or can purchase tickets to the Discover the Past tours led by local historian John Adams. Be sure to keep your eyes open for a thin mustached man walking the halls with a cane, Sir Francis Rattenbury, the building’s architect.
Fairmont Banff Springs - (Banff, Canada)
Fairmont Banff Springs is offering an unforgettable evening under the stars with its Starlight Concert series on October 31, 2020. This ticketed event will feature a performance from award-winning, Alberta country quartet Nice Horse. Tickets will only be available to guests staying at the hotel for CAD $60 per person through the hotel’s Royal Service team. To reserve a ticket please call +1 (403) 762-2211 or via email banffsprings@fairmont.com.
Fairmont Palliser - (Calgary, Canada)
Enjoy the Fairmont Palliser’s No Tricks, Just Treats Halloween package, starting at CAD $149 per night. Book your stay throughout the month of October using the promo code PNTN and enjoy one in-room movie, Halloween treats, and a complimentary room upgrade with early check-in and checkout included.
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For more information about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, please visit www.fairmont.com.
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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is where occasions are celebrated and history is made. Landmark hotels with unrivalled presence, authentic experiences and unforgettable moments have attracted visitors to Fairmont and its destinations since 1907. The Plaza in New York City, The Savoy in London, Fairmont San Francisco, Fairmont Banff Springs and Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai are but a few of these iconic luxury hotels, forever linked to the special places where they reside. Famous for its engaging service, grand public spaces, locally inspired cuisine and celebrated bars and lounges, Fairmont promises a special brand of thoughtful luxury that will be remembered long after any visit. With a worldwide portfolio of more than 80 hotels, Fairmont also takes great pride in its deep community roots and leadership in sustainability. Fairmont is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group consisting of more than 5,000 properties and 10,000 food and beverage venues throughout 110 countries.
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is where occasions are celebrated and history is made. Landmark hotels with unrivalled presence, authentic experiences and unforgettable moments have attracted visitors to Fairmont and its destinations since 1907. The Plaza in New York City, The Savoy in London, Fairmont San Francisco, Fairmont Banff Springs and Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai are but a few of these iconic luxury hotels, forever linked to the special places where they reside. Famous for its engaging service, grand public spaces, locally inspired cuisine and celebrated bars and lounges, Fairmont promises a special brand of thoughtful luxury that will be remembered long after any visit. With a worldwide portfolio of more than 80 hotels, Fairmont also takes great pride in its deep community roots and leadership in sustainability. Fairmont is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group consisting of more than 5,000 properties and 10,000 food and beverage venues throughout 110 countries.