This post is all about hostess gift ideas for Christmas.
Christmas seems to be the season of holiday parties, big and small gatherings, and time with people you love. If you’ll be heading to a dinner party soon and need a good gift for your host, this list is for you! I’m sharing the most thoughtful hostess gift ideas for Christmas.
Whether the host you’re shopping for is a distant family friend you hardly know, or your best friend in the world, I know you’ll find the best host gift on this list!
I’m sharing ideas in a variety of price ranges so whether you have $20 to spend or $200, you’ll be able to find the perfect holiday hostess gifts for any event.
Let’s jump in!!
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HOSTESS GIFT IDEAS FOR CHRISTMAS:
If you know the hostess loves wine and doesn't have her very own wine bottle chiller yet, this is a must-have gift. It's perfect for any home entertainer who loves to have people over!
These napkin rings are stunning! They go with almost any decor style, and every dinner party hostess should have a nice set of napkin rings for smaller dinner parties.
This is the perfect gift for a host you don't know super well because it's something anyone could use and love.
In my opinion, you really can't go wrong gifting some high quality coffee! Whether you bring this as part of a larger gift or just on its own, it's both useful and thoughtful.
This floral diffuser is one of those gifts that feels luxurious but really isn't that expensive. In my opinion, it's one of the best hostess gifts for anyone, whether it's your best friend or someone you haven't seen in years!
Everyone could use a new candle to sweeten their holiday season! Plus, this Christmas candle from Anthropologie would match almost any aesthetic.
Had to add this olive oil gift set to the list of Christmas hostess gifts, especially for any woman who loves to cook!
Having different types of olive oil can be so much fun for someone who loves to experiment with new recipes.
I once hosted a dinner party and someone brought me a potted plant, and I still have it three years later! I'm not even the type of person who has a lot of plants, but I loved this hostess gift and thought it was so thoughtful.
Everyone could use more tea towels! Put these in a cute little festive gift bag and you've got the perfect Christmas hostess gift.
Here's another great Christmas gift for a hostess who loves cooking. This sea salt gift set has a bunch of different kinds of sea salt she can try!
When in doubt, you really can't go wrong with a classic chocolate box. I love this box of holiday chocolates from Walmart!
Peppermint bark is another great alternative of a sweet treat I think pretty much any hostess would love! You can easily slide this into a cute Christmas gift bag.
This cheese board is gorgeous! I've been gifted a cheese board as a hostess gift once, and I still use it whenever I host! Artisanal cheese boards really do feel like a luxury gift for a host.
Add to her Christmas decor collection with some cute Christmas table decor! These deer come in different colors so you can decide what looks best depending on her home decor aesthetic.
Nice hand wash is one of my favourite hostess gifts because it's just so practical for this time of year, but it still feels like a bit of an added luxury that she may not buy herself.
Not only is this cocktail book a must-have for making the perfect drinks when you're hosting, it's also perfect for decor since it's such a nice looking book!
This candle warmer lamp will add a little warmth and glow to any room!
You really can't go wrong with Christmas cookies, especially for a host that's a sweet tooth. Either make your own Christmas cookies assortment, or buy these yummy gingerbread cookies!
If choosing a thoughtful gift isn't your forte, make it easier by getting a holiday gift box. This one comes with cozy gifts like a blanket, tea set, candle, and a nice journal. And you can even pick out a holiday card to go with it!
This electric candle lighter will make the life of any hostess SO much easier!
Someone gifted me some nice salad servers at a dinner party I hosted, and now I use them all the time! This is one of the best gifts, in my opinion, because everyone could use a good pair of salad servers.
Pair these wine glasses with your favorite bottle of vino and you've got the perfect hostess gift! I love how festive these are.
Coasters are a great simple and affordable holiday gift idea. Especially when they're Christmas themed!
You can buy the hostess these custom napkin rings with the names of each person in her family. It'll add such a fancy and fun vibe to daily family dinners!
These holiday drink tags are another must have for a Christmas dinner party! The best part is the hostess can reuse them with her own family or future Christmas dinner parties.
Luxury bath salts make great gifts because everyone loves a tool that helps them pamper themselves!
You really can't go wrong with a knit throw blanket like this. It comes in all kinds of different colors to perfectly match her aesthetic.
This bread warming blanket is so unique! When the hostess is serving bread with dinner, she can wrap it up in this warming blanket to keep it warm and fresh throughout the entire meal.
Guests will be so impressed!
There's nothing better than a nice bottle to pour your olive oil from, especially for someone who hosts guests a lot. This olive oil jar is gorgeous!
When in doubt, you can't go wrong gifting someone a stash of yummy snacks! This is a great option if she has kids as well, as a gift to the whole family.
Trust me when I say this brand of chocolates and sweets is SO good.
Honey is another great consumable gift that feels a little more elevated but is still useful. These honey jars are gorgeous and they all have slightly different flavors like orange blossom and wildflower!
These hand creams are the perfect little sample size, so convenient!
Tea is always a safe bet as a gift. This gift set comes with a few different types of teas as well as an infuser, honey, and biscotti.
These hand painted Christmas ornaments are GORGEOUS! They're the perfect gift to bring to a Christmas party since they're so on theme.
If you know your hostess loves tea, get her this simple tea infuser set!
I feel like everyone needs a copy of some classic Christmas stories. They give you such a cozy way to spend the holidays.
A festive puzzle is another fun gift! This snowy street puzzle is so dreamy. Plus, something that comes in a box like this is so easy to wrap and bring along with you.
A custom last name cutting board is always such a meaningful gift for any hostess or couple.
These custom note cards are both practical and cute. Perfect for any woman who loves to stay organized.
This snowflake glass would be the cutest glass for iced coffee in the morning or a cocktail at night! You can get the single cup, or get a set of 2-4.
41. A loaf of bakery bread
You really can’t go wrong with bread from a local bakery! I find people always like a good loaf of sourdough.
42. Bottle of wine
Grab your favorite bottle of wine and that’s the perfect gift!
43. Flowers
If nothing else is resonating with you, get the hostess flowers. This is a classic gift for a reason; flowers would cheer up anyone’s day.
This post was all about hostess gift ideas for Christmas.
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