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19 Christmas Bathroom Decor Ideas to Spread Holiday Cheer

When it comes to Christmas decorating, most people focus on the living room tree, festive kitchen touches, and welcoming entryway displays.

But there’s one room that often gets overlooked during the holiday season: the bathroom. This small but frequently visited space deserves some festive attention too.

Decorating your bathroom for Christmas doesn’t require a major overhaul or expensive purchases.

With a few thoughtful touches, you can transform this everyday space into a delightful holiday retreat that surprises and charms your guests.

From subtle seasonal accents to bold Christmas statements, there are countless ways to bring holiday magic into your bathroom.

Whether you’re hosting holiday parties or simply want to extend the festive spirit throughout your entire home, these creative ideas will help you deck every hall—including the one leading to your powder room.

1. Farmhouse Wreath & Garland

A neutral grey and white farmhouse bathroom decorated for Christmas with a wreath, lighted mirror garland, and small potted trees.
Image: Instagram/farmhouse.charm

This cozy bathroom blends farmhouse charm with festive natural greenery for a subtle Christmas look.

A large, simple faux boxwood wreath hangs on the window shutter, complementing the grey-and-white patterned tile backsplash.

Lush pine garland with delicate fairy lights elegantly frames the mirror, adding warmth and sparkle to the vanity area.

Small potted cypress trees rest on the back of the toilet tank, grounding the space with miniature holiday cheer.

A slender, pre-lit faux Christmas tree sits next to the shower, casting a soft, inviting glow across the room. The overall effect is sophisticated, neutral, and perfectly decorated for the holidays.

2. Simple Shelf Greenery

A wooden floating shelf in a bathroom decorated with draping pine garland, holding clear jars, and a small boxwood wreath hangs above with a burlap ribbon.
Image: Instagram/pineandprospecthome

A floating shelf can become a holiday focal point. A small, yet impactful boxwood wreath hangs above the shelf, tied with a long, flowing ribbon of natural, neutral burlap.

The wreath’s simple design and rustic ribbon perfectly complement the soft vertical wainscoting below.

The wooden shelf itself is decorated with a cascade of fresh-looking cedar or pine garland, draping naturally over the front edge.

Clear glass jars filled with bathroom essentials, decorated with subtle botanical labels, sit among the greenery for a clean, natural look.

This idea offers a minimalist, cottage-style approach to festive bathroom decor.

3. Peppermint Candy Theme

A mint green double vanity in a Christmas bathroom with peppermint ornaments, a mitten rug, and a red reindeer towel.
Image: Instagram/goldenboysandme

Cheerful bathroom embraces a vibrant Christmas theme with pops of red against a soft mint green vanity and walls.

The focal point above the double vanity is a trio of oversized, glittery red and white peppermint candy ornaments.

A central white pitcher holds a festive arrangement of pine branches, holly berries, and winter foliage.

On the floor, a playful circular bath mat features a pattern of colorful Christmas mittens and snowflakes.

A white ceramic milk jug, filled with complementary pine and eucalyptus stems, rests on a stool draped with a classic red-and-white reindeer towel.

This decor scheme maximizes holiday cheer with a sweet, nostalgic, and candy-cane inspired palette.

4. Playful Santa Rug

A modern white bathroom with a floating vanity and a playful bath mat shaped like Santa Claus's face on the floor.
Image: Instagram/kmartaus

Modern bathroom demonstrates that festive decor can be minimal and fun, starting with the floor.

The simple, clean space, featuring a floating wood vanity and subway tile, is instantly transformed by a single item.

A cheerful die-cut bath rug shaped like Santa Claus’s head lies prominently on the patterned grey floor tile.

Santa’s white beard and rosy cheeks, topped with a bright red and white hat, provide a perfect holiday color contrast.

This easy swap is a high-impact, low-effort way to inject Christmas spirit into a contemporary setting.

A green and white checkerboard towel hanging nearby offers a subtle secondary holiday pattern.

5. Buffalo Plaid Farmhouse

A small white farmhouse bathroom featuring buffalo plaid accents, a red floral wreath, and a tabletop Christmas tree next to the sink.
Image: Instagram/cutecountryhome

A bold black, white, and red palette to establish a modern farmhouse Christmas feel.

Above the toilet, a rustic pallet wood shelf is decorated with a “Wash Your Hands” sign and small hanging mistletoe ornament.

A striking wreath featuring red and white floral accents and a large black and red buffalo check bow is framed above the shelf.

On the counter, a slender, simple faux tabletop Christmas tree on a wooden base adds vertical height and natural texture.

The accent towels continue the theme, with a black and white striped hand towel hanging from the shelf and a bright red gingham towel draped over the sink edge.

6. Novelty Santa Dispenser

A hand holding a ceramic soap dispenser shaped like Santa Claus in a retail store with other Christmas tree dispensers in the background.
Image: Instagram/targetfanatic

The easiest and most affordable way to bring Christmas cheer to the sink—a novelty soap dispenser.

The main focus is a ceramic Santa Claus dispenser wearing a bright red coat detailed with white snowflakes.

Santa’s cheerful face and waving black-gloved hand make this a playful and functional addition to a guest bathroom.

In the background, other festive dispensers shaped like snow-dusted Christmas trees and shiny red ornament balls are visible.

This idea encourages simply swapping out everyday bathroom accessories for holiday-themed items that add an instant pop of color and festivity.

7. Mint & Holly Bath

A mint green and white bathroom with a clawfoot tub, holiday signs, snowflake towels, and a bold Christmas patterned rug on honeycomb tile.
Image: Instagram/goldenboysandme

Bright and charming bathroom uses a soft mint and white color palette accented with holiday reds.

A circular “Joy to the World” sign featuring Santa’s red sleigh hangs prominently above the clawfoot tub.

The tub itself is draped with a light grey towel patterned with white snowflakes, complementing the small Christmas tree hand towel hanging nearby.

A brightly patterned rug with bold red holly, snowflakes, and mistletoe covers the white honeycomb tile floor.

Built-in shelves are styled with aqua glass bottles, festive boxed soap, and framed Christmas artwork.

The space is completed by a small mint-green stool holding a vase of red berries and a festive candle.

8. Festive Toilet Paper Stash

Toilet paper rolls stacked on a toilet tank with faux pine branches and red berries tucked into the center of the rolls, next to a wood tray of holiday soap.
Image: Instagram/love_for_seasonal_decor

This clever and easy idea transforms simple bathroom necessities into charming decor.

Three rolls of white toilet paper are neatly stacked on the back of the tank, creating a stable base.

Small clusters of faux snow-dusted pine needles and bright red berries are tucked into the centers of the cardboard tubes.

This subtle, festive addition makes the paper storage decorative and keeps the look clean and natural.

Above, a wooden tray holds special edition holiday soap and lotion dispensers with red ribbons, complemented by a round mirror decorated with a simple eucalyptus garland.

A miniature bottle brush Christmas tree sits on the windowsill to complete the look.

9. Ladder Towel Display

A white and grey bathroom with a decorative grey ladder holding a boxwood wreath and a small wire basket of toilet paper on the floor.
Image: Instagram/bloomingdiyer

Modern farmhouse bathroom uses a subtle, rustic approach to holiday decorating.

Above the toilet, a decorative grey wooden ladder is hung on the wall to serve as a festive towel rack.

A lush boxwood wreath with a burlap bow is hung from the top rung, anchoring the holiday theme.

Hanging below the wreath are a small galvanized metal bucket and a white hand towel, adding functional texture.

The vanity is minimally decorated with a tiny faux pine tree in a wire basket and a single pinecone, maintaining a clean look.

A wire basket on the patterned grey floor holds extra toilet paper rolls for a neat, accessible solution.

10. Fun & Quirky Bathroom

A small bathroom with a red Christmas tree patterned shower curtain, a humorous Hawaiian Santa figure, and a round woven rug.
Image: Instagram/ashleyandchaos

Maximalist bathroom embraces a fun and quirky Christmas spirit using festive patterns and playful figures.

The main feature is a white shower curtain printed with whimsical, hand-drawn red Christmas trees, instantly setting the holiday mood.

The shower curtain is further accessorized with a draped garland of red baubles and pine accents hung near the top.

Standing on the floor is a novelty, Hawaiian-shirt-wearing Santa figure holding a chair, adding a humorous, non-traditional touch.

A round, textured natural fiber rug sits on the floor, complementing the red accents, which include a bright red towel hanging on the wall rack.

11. Elegant Tubside Trees

A luxurious white bathroom with a clawfoot tub, two potted Christmas trees flanking the tub, and a red "joy" bath mat.
Image: Instagram/farmhouse.charm

Luxurious bathroom features a stunning clawfoot tub set against large windows and shiplap walls, decorated with an elegant, minimalist Christmas theme.

Two different sized faux Christmas trees with simple lights flank the tub, one sitting in a rustic wicker basket and the other in a modern white pot on a black stool.

A “joy” bath mat, embroidered in red script on white, provides the primary pop of holiday color on the white hexagon tile floor.

A wooden tray holding bath essentials rests on the tub, next to a neutral grey striped Turkish towel.

The space is kept sophisticated by the simple black chandelier and monochromatic artwork, allowing the greenery to provide all the festive feeling.

12. Sparkling Tubside Tree

A cozy bathroom with a clawfoot tub, featuring a large, brightly lit Christmas tree in a "Merry Christmas" bucket and candles creating a soft glow.
Image: Instagram/hearts_at_claremont

Charming bathroom creates a cozy, spa-like Christmas retreat with warm light and natural textures.

A brightly lit, full-size faux Christmas tree stands prominently next to the tub, housed in a white bucket labeled “Merry Christmas” in gold script.

The clawfoot tub is ready for a soak with a wooden bath tray holding candles, bath oils, and a scrub brush.

A collection of pillar candles and a diffuser add soft ambiance along the beadboard wall and windowsill.

Above the tub, a rustic wooden floating shelf is decorated with small wreaths and simple white stoneware. The floor features a circular grey bath mat edged with playful white pompoms.

13. Elegant Berry & Deer Vanity

A double vanity decorated for Christmas with a large vase of red berries, white ceramic deer figures, and a garland draped over the light fixture.
Image: Instagram/designsbyjeana

Elegant double-sink vanity is styled with a striking combination of bright red and luxurious silver decor.

The centerpiece is a tall silver vase overflowing with vivid red faux berries, creating a bold vertical focal point.

Clustered around the base are three white ceramic deer figurines, one standing and two reclining, nestled in small green pine sprigs.

Above the mirrors, the light fixture is draped with a delicate garland featuring pine needles, light greenery, and small red accents.

A folded hand towel embroidered with the word “MERRY” in red script sits near the sink, perfectly tying in the vibrant color.

The whole display is finished with a red votive candle for a warm, festive glow.

14. Gingham & Shiplap Vanity

 A white double vanity with shiplap walls, black oval mirrors, and red and white gingham towels on either side.
Image: Instagram/beyond_gray

Bright double vanity features a crisp white shiplap backdrop and black oval mirrors for a modern farmhouse Christmas look.

The centerpiece of the counter is a small cluster of decor, including a red miniature reindeer figure and a white star made of driftwood and twigs.

A tiny potted cypress adds a touch of natural greenery to the small display between the sinks.

The boldest holiday element is the pair of red and white gingham towels hanging neatly from the towel rings on either side.

This decor is simple, balanced, and uses the cheerful red gingham to deliver a perfect, classic Christmas pop of color.

15. Snowflake Towel Cascade

A neutral grey bathroom with white subway tile, featuring red snowflake towels, a Christmas tree farm sign, and red candles on the vanity.
Image: Instagram/bridgewaydesigns

Neutral bathroom is energized by bright red accents and classic holiday motifs.

A large framed “Cut Your Own Christmas Trees” sign hangs above the tub, over a small shelf holding a basket overflowing with faux pine, berries, and a miniature red-and-white oven mitt.

The boldest element is the use of towels: several deep red hand towels printed with white snowflakes are draped across the tub edge and vanity top.

On the vanity, a simple white cake stand holds a grouping of candles, pine sprigs, and small red toadstool figurines.

A rustic wooden shelf unit provides storage near the tub, topped with a faux snow-dusted tree.

16. Cheerful Peeking Tree

A mint green bathroom with a clawfoot tub, a festive "MERRY & BRIGHT" floor rug, and a large, decorated Christmas tree visible through the open doorway.
Image: Instagram/goldenboysandme

Inviting bathroom is part of a larger festive scene, with a glimpse of a fully decorated, towering Christmas tree visible through the doorway.

A colorful “MERRY & BRIGHT” patterned rug with a vibrant red border dominates the white honeycomb floor tile.

A “Joy to the World” wooden sign with a red sleigh hangs above the clawfoot tub, complemented by a light mint green Christmas tree hand towel.

Built-in shelving is styled with cheerful holiday accents like aqua glass bottles, gingerbread-shaped decor, and boxed soap.

A white wicker stool holds a tiered wire caddy of toiletries, while a plaid gift box on a small accent table completes the joyful, layered look.

17. Dramatic Winter Forest Bath

A dark, moody bathroom with a black clawfoot tub, featuring a flocked and lit Christmas tree and a forest wall hanging.
Image: Instagram/thealteredabode

A moody, luxurious atmosphere with a striking black clawfoot tub and rich, dark tones.

The room is dramatically decorated with a flocked, pre-lit Christmas tree that stands near the tub, casting a soft, warm glow.

A small wooden stool next to the tub holds a diffuser and a pair of taper candles, enhancing the cozy ambiance.

In the background, a scroll-style wall hanging features a simple, modern image of a dark green forest, complementing the neutral walls and the antique dark-green painted cabinet.

The overall look is a sophisticated, wintry retreat that emphasizes cozy, low lighting and natural elements.

18. Plaid Bucket & Marquee Sign

A vintage-style sink in a beadboard bathroom decorated for Christmas with a plaid tree bucket, a red "JOY" marquee sign, and a green storage box.
Image: Instagram/cozycrazing

Charming bathroom, featuring beadboard wainscoting and a vintage-style utility sink with brass fixtures, is styled with playful holiday pieces.

A small faux Christmas tree stands next to the sink in a rustic container wrapped in red and black buffalo plaid fabric, adding a cozy, cabin feel.

Above the sink, a brightly lit red marquee sign spelling “JOY” rests on a small floating shelf.

The shelf also holds a wicker basket filled with striped hand towels and a small candle for a warm scent.

On the toilet tank, a green metal first-aid box is repurposed as seasonal storage, topped with festive greenery and ornaments.

19. Flocked Winter Wonderland

A white and grey bathroom decorated for Christmas with a flocked wreath, miniature white trees on a bath tray, and a flocked tree on a "DEC 25" sign.
Image: Instagram/cozycollectedhome

White and grey bathroom is transformed into a peaceful flocked winter wonderland using snow-dusted greenery and light colors.

A beautiful flocked wreath hangs above the toilet, featuring a white “Merry Christmas” sign and a subtle red-and-white ribbon.

The bath area uses a wooden tray to hold a framed “Good Tidings, Comfort & Joy” sign and a collection of small, white and frosted miniature trees.

Next to the tub, a small, heavily flocked Christmas tree in a galvanized bucket sits atop a wooden block sign that reads “DEC 25.”

The overall look is clean, cozy, and uses plaid accents in the hand towel draped over the tub to introduce a classic holiday pattern.

Transform Your Bathroom Into a Holiday Haven

Christmas bathroom decorating doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. These ideas prove that with creativity and attention to detail, you can bring holiday joy to every corner of your home.

Start with one or two simple changes like swapping towels or adding candles, then gradually incorporate more elements as inspiration strikes.

Remember that bathrooms experience humidity and temperature changes, so choose decorations made from materials that can handle these conditions.

Battery-operated lights, washable fabrics, and moisture-resistant ornaments will maintain their beauty throughout the holiday season.

The key to successful bathroom Christmas decorating lies in maintaining functionality while adding festive flair.

Your guests will appreciate these thoughtful touches, and you’ll enjoy the daily reminder of holiday magic every time you use the space.

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