Tallest Hotels in the World with Rooftop Bars for Drinks & Views

Most of the tallest hotels in the world with rooftop bars are in Asia. You’ll find many of these panoramic drinking venues in Dubai (High Society rooftop is the newest), the quintessential locale for sky-high hotels and luxury vacationing.  

Hong Kong, China, Macau, Thailand, Bahrain, Indonesia, and Cambodia are also home to city skyscrapers with rooftop bars for sundowner cocktails, fine dining, and exceptional views.  

Though dwarfed by Asian monoliths, we also introduce you to the best place in North America for rooftop beers, nestled in the heart of the city that never sleeps.  

So, if you like the idea of booking a city break in a hotel where you can begin each night with your favourite libation while enjoying views over the city (could be very educational), here are the tallest hotels in the world with rooftop bars that we visited and recommend.  

The Lana Hotel, Dubai (New Skyline View Rooftop) – Our Favorite

Dubai’s skyline just got a new star. The Lana is already being talked about as the city’s best rooftop spot for views — with the Burj Khalifa front and center. On the top sits High Society, an elegant rooftop bar where the atmosphere blends DJ-driven energy with refined drinking and dining.

Oysters are a favorite here (six pieces for around AED 160 / $44), paired perfectly with a glass of chilled white or champagne. There’s a minimum spend of AED 200 ($54) per person for most tables, though the coveted edge seats — only three tables with unobstructed skyline views — come with a minimum spend of AED 1,000 ($272) per person. That’s easily met with a champagne bottle, which starts around €350 ($375).

Dress code is strictly enforced: no shorts, and evening attire is expected. The best time to go? After sunset, when New Dubai lights up and the view of the Burj Khalifa and the glittering towers beyond becomes unforgettable.

The Ritz-Carlton (International Commerce Center), Kowloon, Hong Kong 

The highest hotel bar in the world is in the 13^th-tallest building on the planet, the International Commerce Center (ICC), Kowloon. The sky-high Ritz-Carlton in Hong Kong occupies the 102^nd to 118^th floors of the ICC and was given Forbes’ Travel’s prestigious five-star honor in 2025.  

You access the hotel via a thrilling 90-second elevator ride from street level, before checking into any luxurious suites or rooms with some of the best views in Asia. Deluxe double rooms start at HKD 3,352 ($430) per night, while harbor view suites cost up to HKD 36,162 ($4,650) nightly. 

The Ozone Bar  

The Ozone is officially the highest rooftop bar in the world, making it a bucket list destination for many travelers. A smart-casual dress code is strictly enforced, as is the no-children policy after 9 p.m.  

Inventive cocktails, champagne, global wines, top-shelf spirits, and Asian beers are all on the menu, as are small plates and sharing platters like Korean Fried Chicken Wings and Marine Lobster Rolls. Prices are steep, with a Sapporo beer priced at 168 HKD ($21) and signature cocktails like The Secret Garden starting at 398 HKD ($51). 

Ciel Tower, Dubai, UAE  

Scheduled to open its doors in November 2025, the Ciel Tower Dubai will officially become the world’s tallest hotel. An IHG Vignette property, the Ciel Tower will have 1,004 rooms across 84 floors, three swimming pools, and various culinary options for residents and visitors alike.  

Ciel will also break other records, becoming the site of the world’s highest infinity pool and nightclub. Standard deluxe doubles start at 1,159 AED ($315) nightly, while one-bedroom suites will cost 3,396 AED ($924) per night.  

Tattu Dubai

The pick of the dining and drinking options at Ciel will be Tattu, occupying three levels at the top of the hotel. Tattu will be home to an Asian fusion restaurant, a sky pool with DJ sessions and bottle service on level 76, and the Tattu Sky Lounge on level 81. The latter will become Dubai’s highest hotel rooftop bar, transformed into an incredible nightclub after dark. 

Gevora Hotel, Dubai, UAE

Until November 2025, Gevora was Dubai’s, and the world’s, tallest hotel, recognized by the Guinness World Records. You can choose from 505 deluxe rooms and penthouse suites while dining at any of the five restaurants. Deluxe rooms start at AED 572 ($155) nightly, while the 10,000 square-foot penthouses go for AED 3,687 ($1,003).  

The 12^th-floor pool bar is a great place to spend an afternoon in the summer, avoiding the soaring desert heat. Gevora Kitchen has gained a reputation as a prime Dubai destination for international cuisine. Still, the pick of the establishments within Gevora is the Highest View Bar, perched 918 ft above street level. 

Highest View Lounge & Restaurant

The place to be in Dubai after dark, the Highest View Lounge is precisely that, offering unrivalled 360-degree views of the city’s famous skyline. Note, however, that the Gevora is a dry hotel so that you won’t get an ice-cold beer or glass of bubbly here.  

The Highest View Lounge offers packages, depending on the time of your visit. Afternoon tea is served daily until 4 pm, priced at AED 169 ($46) for two people, while sundowner mocktails are available for AED 199 ($54) for two between 5 pm and 6.30 pm.  

If you want to dine above Dubai, book the Crown Dinner service between 6.30 pm and 1.00 am for a two-person set menu, priced at AED 340 ($92) for two.  

JW Marriott Marquis, Dubai, UAE  

Ever-so-slightly shorter than the Gevora, the JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai is another of the world’s highest hotels. Located on Sheikh Zayed Road, this five-star hotel offers 1,068 rooms within two towers, ranging from deluxe bedrooms to suites with sweeping, panoramic city views.  

You can also dine and drink at 12 bars and restaurants within the property, while the Saray Spa is one of the top-rated wellness centers in Dubai. Executive doubles start at AED 1,367 ($372) with deluxe corner suites priced at AED 1,655 ($450) nightly. Discounts and special rates are offered to Marriott members.  

Vault Dubai  

Situated on the 71^st and 72^nd floors of the Marquis, the Vault is an elegant lounge bar with some of the best views in the city. Unlike some other rooftop bars in Dubai, the Vault serves alcohol, with a full menu of international beers, wines, and signature cocktails. There’s also a cigar menu and smoking area should you wish to indulge, while small plates and snacks are served, including Wagyu Tartare and Crispy Baby Squid.  

To give you an idea of cost, signature cocktails start at AED 80 ($21), while beers, including Heineken, Stella Artois, Peroni, and Corona, are priced at AED 52 ($14) for a 330 ml bottle. Non-alcoholic Heineken (30 AED/ $8) is also served. 

Conrad (Shimao International Plaza), Shanghai, China  

Within Shanghai’s iconic Shimao International Plaza is Hilton’s Conrad, a 66-floor hotel overlooking People’s Square. You can dine at three restaurants, drink in the lounge or penthouse, and relax at the property’s signature spa. Deluxe rooms start at Yuan 1,369 ($192), while Conrad suites are priced at nightly at Yuan 6,893 ($969). 

Dining and drinks are enjoyed in the 44^th-floor executive lounge, with sundowner cocktails and international wines served late into the night. However, the newly-opened Muse Penthouse is the best option for panoramic views of Shanghai, with night-time bookings essential.  

Muse Penthouse  

A baby grand piano sits in the corner of the Muse Penthouse bar on the 65^th floor of the Conrad Hotel. Reserve a window seat or lounge on the sofas with your partner as you watch the world go by in one of China’s busiest cities. Cocktails, spirits, wines, and beers are all served, as is a regularly changing menu of small plates and signature cuisine. 

Burj Al Arab, Dubai, UAE  

One of the world’s most famous hotels, Burj Al Arab, is a Dubai city landmark. Despite the newly opened properties in this luxurious destination, Burj Al Arab is still one of the best places to stay. Part of the Jumeirah chain, Burj Al Arab is a seven-star hotel with opulent rooms, a Michelin-starred restaurant, and impeccable accommodations for those who can afford to stay here.  

All rooms have 24/7 butler service, palm views, and outdoor terraces to enjoy the remarkable views across the bay. One-bedroom suites start at $1,600 per night, though prices change regularly.  

Skyview Lounge

Afternoon tea at the Skyview Lounge in Dubai’s Burj Al Arab is an unforgettable experience, served daily between 1.00 and 4.30 pm. You may also visit the Skyview Lounge for sundowner drinks between 7.00 pm and 11.00 pm, with reservations required.  

Alcohol is served in the lounge, with crafted cocktails from award-winning mixologists, including The Joker (AED 145/$39), a fan favorite. South American wines and top-shelf spirits are also available, while a glass of Louis Roederer Brut Premier NV will set you back AED 205 ($55).  

Baiyoke Sky Hotel (Baiyoke Tower II), Bangkok, Thailand  

Eighty-eight stories high, the Baiyoke Sky Hotel is a Bangkok landmark and the highest place to sleep and dine in Thailand. Superior rooms start at THB 2,073 ($65) per night, while panorama suites in the “sky zone” on the top floors start at THB 5,283 ($165) per night. 

While it’s not Bangkok’s most opulent hotel, it’s a great spot in a central location, offering reasonable rates and good dining options. Still, you don’t need to stay here to enjoy rooftop drinks and dining, with rooftop bar bookings open to visitors and residents alike. 

The Roof Top Bar 

Residents enjoy breakfast in the 83^rd-floor rooftop bar, while the Crystal Grill on the 82^nd floor is an excellent option for fine dining above Bangkok’s bustling streets. Dinner and drinks are served between 5:00 pm and 10:00 pm, and booking via the hotel’s official website is encouraged.  

Cocktails and tapas are served on the 83^rd floor, with favorites like Black Russian, Blue Hawaii, and Margarita all available. Prices range from $10 to $20 for drinks, which is a little high for Bangkok.  

The Four Seasons Hotel, Manama, Bahrain  

The most luxurious hotel in the beautiful Bahrain Bay, The Four Seasons in Manama, offers access to a private, white-sand beach and an on-site waterpark for families. Superior rooms start at BHD 160 ($424), while specialty suites cost BHD 920 ($2,439) nightly.  

Dining is offered at the beach club and in nine other on-site eateries and lounges, including the seafront Byblos, which is highly rated as one of the best places in Manama for exquisite Lebanese cuisine.  

Blue Moon Lounge by Wolfgang Puck  

Austrian-born Wolfgang Puck is a multi-award-winning chef responsible for the menus at the Four Seasons in Manama. He also conceived the Blue Moon Lounge on the fiftieth floor of the hotel, with the finest views over Bahrain Bay and a carefully curated cocktail menu to match, prepared by skilled mixologists.  

Sip cocktails from 6 p.m. until Midnight daily (closed Mondays) and enjoy panoramic views through the floor-to-ceiling windows. Nigiri, maki, and sushi are also served. Booking is recommended.  

Grand Lisboa Hotel, Macau  

Within one of the most recognizable buildings in Macau, The Grand Lisboa is a destination hotel in one of Asia’s gambling hubs. Forbes Travel awarded it a quadruple five-star distinction and is widely regarded as one of Asia’s most stunning hotels from an architectural standpoint.  

It dazzles with its lotus-shaped, golden façade, futuristic curves, and striking crown-like spire dominating Macau’s skyline. Accommodations are offered in deluxe rooms and suites, with rates starting at MOP 4,719 ($588) for a standard deluxe room with a city view.  

Robuchon Au Dome 

Thirteen restaurants, bars, and lounges can be enjoyed at the Grand Lisboa, but the pick of the options is the Robuchon Au Dome, situated within the hotel’s shimmering rooftop dome. It has been awarded three Michelin stars for seventeen consecutive years, and is recognized as one of Asia’s finest restaurants under chef Joel Robuchon.  

The restaurant is 780 ft above street level, underneath a crystal light chandelier made from 131,500 pieces of Swarovski crystal. The regularly changing French contemporary menu is served from 6.30 pm until 10.30 pm, but the restaurant is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Reservations are a must.  

Raffles Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia  

At 831 ft, Raffles Hotel is Indonesia’s tallest hotel, standing in the heart of Jakarta’s famed Golden Triangle. It offers its guests iconic butler service and accommodations in standard rooms, suites, and the 12th-floor “Raffles Club,” an exclusive sanctuary in the heart of Jakarta.  

Raffles king rooms start at Rp 3,240,000 ($195) nightly, while garden view king suites are priced at Rp 53,280,000 ($3,221) per night. The Dining Room offers private tables overlooking the Jakarta skyline, while the more relaxed Arts Café boasts tranquil garden views and a set dinner menu starting at Rp 558,000 ($34) per person. 

Navina Pool Bar  

While it doesn’t have a rooftop bar, Raffles Hotel in Jakarta invites residents and visitors to relax and enjoy drinks at the 14^th-floor Navina Pool Bar. The pool is within a garden oasis, shielded from the chaos on the Jakarta streets below. Food and drinks are served daily between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., while afternoon tea can be arranged.  

Prices are reasonable, with local beers priced at Rp 80,000 ($4.80) and cocktails starting at Rp 165,000 ($9.90). Reservations are encouraged but not required.  

Shangri-La, Phnom Penh, Cambodia  

An unmistakable feature of Phnom Penh’s skyline, the Shangri-La is perched on the banks of the Mekong River. It’s regarded as the number one place to stay in Cambodia and is the country’s tallest hotel, standing at 774 ft above the streets below. Standard rooms start at $144 per night, while river-view suites are priced at $592 nightly.  

Dining is offered in the Kommune, Shang Palace, and Atelier restaurants. The Shang Palace stands out, inspired by Cantonese menus created by head chef Li Tok Fan. The crispy suckling pig and whole Peking duck are favorites, while the dim sum is regarded as the best in the city. 

Altitude  

The best place in Phnom Penh for sundowners, Altitude is the city’s highest bar and restaurant on the 54^th floor of the Shangri-La. Opened in September 2025, Altitude serves local beers, international wines and spirits, and mixologist-created cocktails. There’s also an infinity pool beside the bar for those looking for a dip with a view, while a casual steakhouse offers great value dining.  

Centara Grand Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand  

Within the CentralWorld complex, Centara Grand is a 55-storey five-star hotel in the heart of downtown Bangkok. Superior rooms and suites start at $147 per night, and junior suites are priced at $264 nightly.  

Uno Mas is a Spanish eatery on the 54^th floor, bringing a taste of the southern Mediterranean to Southeast Asia. One floor above is the Red Sky Restaurant, under the command of executive chef Luca Russo, who specializes in pan-Asian cuisine. 

Red Sky  

One floor above the Red Sky Restaurant is the Red Sky Bar, Bangkok’s most famous rooftop bar. Seating for 120 is available, though booking, particularly at weekends, is strongly encouraged. Caviar and sharing plates are served between 4.00 pm and 1.00 am, and the cocktails are worth writing home about.  

Signatures like Equity, Unjust, and Thai Tea G&T go for THB 550 ($17), or indulge in specialty champagne cocktails for THB 999 ($31), including the Red Sky’s classic Bellini.  

Hyatt Centric Times Square, New York City, USA  

Though not the highest hotel in New York City (that award goes to the Residence Inn within the 1717 Broadway Building), the Hyatt Centric in Times Square has one of the best panoramic rooftop cocktail bars in the city, located on the 54^th floor.  

Widely known as one of the world’s most expensive cities for hotel rooms, the Hyatt Centric, given its exceptional location in Times Square, is reasonable, with king rooms starting at $445 nightly. Executive suites start at $587 nightly if you want extra space, while Times Square Premier Suites go for $989.  

Bar 54  

Bar 54 is a chic contemporary rooftop bar at the heart of New York City, situated on the 54^th floor of the Hyatt Centric Hotel. It’s open daily from 4.00 pm until 12.00 am, with an extra hour until 1.00 am on Friday and Saturday. Food is served on small plates and charcuterie boards, while craft beers, fine wines, and signature cocktails are all available.  

Signature cocktails like Kiss The Sky and Gasolina are priced at $25, while a beer will set you back $12. If you’re hungry, a sharing charcuterie board costs $42, while the Midtown cheese board costs $22.  

Enjoy Sundowner Cocktails at the World’s Highest Hotels  

Dubai is the number one destination for rooftop sundowner cocktails, with sky-high bars offering unbeatable harbor and city views. Elsewhere in Asia, Bangkok, Manama, Macau, Phnom Penh, Jakarta, Kowloon, and Shanghai all have magnificent rooftop bars where you can make memories and take Instagram-worthy snaps.  

In the USA, schedule a trip to New York City’s Bar 54 in the Hyatt Centric Times Square, to dine and drink at one of the highest rooftop bars in North America.  

If your ideal city break starts with a sunset drink and a 360° view, these sky-high stays deliver. For airport-side luxe before you fly, see our guides to the Best Airport Business Lounges in Europe and our review of the highest bar in HK.

Our Shortlist: Tallest Hotels with Rooftop (or Sky-High) Bars

Hyatt Centric Times Square, New York, USA — Bar 54: one of NYC’s highest hotel bars, smack in the middle of Midtown.

The Ritz-Carlton (ICC), Kowloon, Hong Kong — Home to Ozone, the world’s highest hotel bar; smart-casual dress and no kids after 9 p.m.

Ciel Tower, Dubai, UAE — Record-chasing high-rise with Tattu at the top: Asian-fusion dining, a sky pool, and a late-night lounge vibe.

Gevora Hotel, Dubai, UAE — Highest View Lounge & Restaurant serves towering panoramas (note: dry hotel—mocktails and afternoon tea only).

JW Marriott Marquis, Dubai, UAE — Vault on floors 71–72: proper cocktails, cigars, and sweeping Sheikh Zayed Road views.

Conrad (Shimao Intl. Plaza), Shanghai, China — Piano-led evenings at Muse Penthouse with floor-to-ceiling cityscapes.

Burj Al Arab, Dubai, UAE — Skyview Lounge for afternoon tea or sundowners in Dubai’s most iconic sail.

Baiyoke Sky Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand — The Roof Top Bar and Crystal Grill near the top; classic cocktails, central location.

Four Seasons, Manama, Bahrain — Blue Moon Lounge by Wolfgang Puck on the 50th floor: sushi, mixology, and Bahrain Bay vistas.

Grand Lisboa Hotel, Macau — Robuchon au Dôme (rooftop dome) pairs haute cuisine with chandeliered, sky-high drama.

Raffles, Jakarta, Indonesia — Not a roof bar, but elevated Navina Pool Bar brings resort-style calm above the city.

Shangri-La, Phnom Penh, Cambodia — Altitude on the 54th floor: skyline cocktails, infinity-edge vibes above the Mekong.

Centara Grand at CentralWorld, Bangkok, Thailand — Red Sky Bar: Bangkok classic for Champagne bellinis and late-night city glow.

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