Long queues, packed pubs and bitter cold – New Year’s Eve is possibly the most over-rated night out of the year. With that in mind, it might be a good idea to head away and welcome 2016 in style instead. The Twelve Hotel in Beara, Co Galway, is offering a New Year’s Eve package from €240 per person sharing for a two-night break. This includes bed and breakfast and a special New Year’s Eve celebration in the award-winning West Restaurant. The hotel has 48 boutique style room, its own bakery, and a restaurant and lounge bar. Guests will be treated to a champagne reception, followed by food in the West Restaurant and entertainment in The Pins. Call 091- 597000 or visit www.thetwelvehotel.ie for bookings.

Gatsby party

For anyone looking for a bit of decadence on New Year’s Eve, Dunboyne Castle Hotel and Spa in Meath will be the venue for a 1920s-inspired party. The event includes dinner in The Ivy restaurant followed by swinging jazz music, cocktails and champagne. Residential packages including dinner, bed, breakfast and admission to the party are available from €170 per person sharing. Bed, breakfast and tickets to the party are also available for €135 per person sharing, though residents receive first priority on party tickets. Call 01 801 3500 or visit www.dunboynecastlehotel.com.