20 Festive Christmas Bathroom Decor Ideas

You’ve trimmed the tree, decked the halls and hung your stockings by the fireplace with care — but what about your bathroom? This overlooked locale gets a lot of foot traffic during the holidays and deserves seasonal decor, too! From Christmas shower curtains and holiday hand towels to festive bath mats and baubles aplenty, we’re sharing ways to decorate your washroom in time for Christmas.

First up is this holly jolly primary suite, dressed to impress for the holidays. A pair of pre-lit alpine trees wrapped in a snowy-white blanket cozy up the corner of the room while a rustic banner hangs merrily across the soaking tub. A textural boxwood wreath hangs from a sage ribbon against the window at the center of the room.

When it comes to seasonal decor, sometimes less is more. Case in point? This cozy Christmas-ready primary bathroom. The small space takes a minimalist approach to holiday decorating with a tabletop Christmas tree nestled on the marble vanity. The pint-sized pine sits in a lustrous bronze pot, adding a touch of glamour to the space.

Festive hand towels are one of our go-to accessories for adding holiday flair to small bathrooms. Replace your existing guest towels with this wintry pine design to enjoy a neutral Christmas touch that doesn’t add clutter to your counters or visually overwhelm the space.

This contemporary spa bathroom boasts a show-stopping Christmas display worth recreating in your home. A trio of glossy magnolia wreaths serves as a seasonal crown to the soaking tub, while burlap-wrapped pine trees create coziness in the corner. Across from the trees, a leather-wrapped stool serves as a table for a four-pointed antler candelabra poised for after-hours holiday ambiance.

Bring merriment to your kids’ bedtime routine with a whimsical Christmas bath mat. This festive gingerbread house mat is rich with holiday charm, featuring candy cane, garland and scalloped snow details. Best part? The nostalgic design is made to last for years. It features a buttery-soft cotton tufted pile that feels like clouds underfoot and a non-slip latex backing to keep it in place.

Why should your front door have all the fun? Treat your bathroom to a wintry wreath of its own a la this striking primary suite. Hang an evergreen wreath on your bathroom window as an elegant centerpiece for the holiday season.

Swap the plain-white shower curtain in your primary bathroom for a festive plaid number. The timeless red-and-green tartan pattern evokes a cozy, nostalgic feeling synonymous with Christmas and adds instant charm to any space. Pair the traditional shower curtain with solid red, green or snowy-white towels, and round out your Christmas bathroom decor with one or two evergreen countertop arrangements.

Set the tone for the season the moment you open your bathroom door by hanging a wreath on your glass shower door. This inviting girls’ ensuite offers ample inspiration with a lush evergreen wreath displayed against the glass shower stall. Curled pink ribbon cascades from the wreath, tying in with the ballet slipper bedroom walls for a cohesive holiday colorscape.

Appeal to all the senses with your Christmas decorations. Specifically? Scent. Replace your staple hand soap and lotion with a seasonal alternative like this rosemary and peppermint set from Crate & Barrel. The crisp fragrance instantly evokes thoughts of winter, while the bottles’ holly red lettering adds a festive touch to your countertops. Peppermint not your favorite? Try cinnamon, balsam, gingerbread or fig instead.

Make this pretty powder room your Christmas muse and wrap your vanity mirror with a lush evergreen garland, pinecones and cinnamon sticks for a fresh — and fragrant — nod to the season. And, if you love the look but hate the chore of sweeping up needles throughout December, you’re in luck. Create the same effect using a faux evergreen garland as your base, then add fresh cinnamon sticks at the beginning of each holiday season.

Freshen up your power room with a set of candy cane hand towels. The crisp red-and-white stripes and fringe detail lend this terry cotton duo classic Christmas appeal that you’ll look forward to displaying each year.

Skip the garland and dress your vanity mirror for the merry month ahead with a festive greenery wreath. A classic boxwood wreath with a voluptuous blush bow dangles against the mirror with an invisible fishing wire and serves as sophisticated seasonal decor in this transitional powder room. A pair of pearlescent angel figurines nestle against the mirror on the marble counter for a heavenly holiday touch.

If subtlety is more your speed, keep your white curtain and dress it up for the holidays with a set of Christmas shower hooks. A snowy cardinal, poinsettia bloom and holly bundle lend a jolly touch to your bathroom without overwhelming the space. Style the cheerful hooks with a cozy Christmas bath mat to get your bathroom holiday ready.

Bring some seasonal shimmer to your bathroom with a bowl of baubles, berries and greenery. Use a metallic serving bowl as your vessel and fill it with a mix of glittering berry sprays, flocked branches and lustrous ornaments in colors that complement your existing bathroom design. Nestle the bowl on a windowsill or between the sinks on your double vanity for a glamorous (budget-friendly!) Christmas display.

Want to transform your kids’ bathroom into a winter wonderland without breaking the bank? Set your sights on a spirited seasonal shower curtain like this vibrant number from Target. The budget-friendly design boasts snowy storefronts trimmed with garland, ribbon-tied wreaths and stately trees in the window. Sweater-clad shoppers chat below while a kiddo frolics through the snow, rambunctious corgi in tow.

Here’s your sign to go big or go home. If you have a roomy primary ensuite, take a page from this dreamy spa bathroom’s book. Install a full-size Christmas tree in the corner and throw a bauble-adorned garland in the mix, too. Skip the opulent ornaments. Keep your bathroom tree simple, using only shimmery lights to enjoy ambient baths and showers throughout the holiday season.

Don’t you love Christmas decorations that you can display well into January without your mother-in-law raising an eyebrow? Welcome the holidays with a few wintry, woodland-inspired accessories that feel at home throughout the cold weather months. The glossy-white reindeer pop against the cerulean walls and have an evergreen quality that lends the duo lasting power beyond Dec. 25. Not sold on the reindeer for your bathroom? Polar bears, penguins and any birds mentioned in “The Twelve Days of Christmas” will suffice.

Put some pep in your step (literally!) with a red-and-white peppermint bath mat. This white scalloped mat features a whimsical mint candy border, bringing Christmas joy underfoot. Pair the playful design with candy-red bath towels and a peppermint-scented candle on your vanity counter.

Snowflakes, reindeer and pom-pom garland — oh my! This snowy bathroom shows how a few inexpensive accessories and a countertop Christmas tree can bring holiday cheer to your space. Recreate the contemporary decorations in your powder room or ensuite by draping your vanity mirror with a pom garland, adding a pop of greenery and filling empty corners with charming seasonal tchotchkes. Bonus points if you swap out your linens, too.