TRAVEL | 10 Hotels with Exquisite Rooftop Spaces
TRAVEL | Evening Cool on the Rooftop
Handpicked by Tablet Hotels, the booking site for discerning travelers!
10 Hotels with Superb Rooftop Spaces (1)
Only hotels of true value are worth staying at.──With that concept in mind, Tablet Hotels is a reservation site that handles unique and charming boutique hotels selected from around the world. Since its establishment in 2000, it has gained popularity among travelers who are particular about hotels. For OPENERS readers who are "still planning their summer vacation," Tablet Hotels has chosen hotels with superb rooftop spaces perfect for enjoying the evening cool. Why not escape the humid Japanese climate for a few days of "rooftop escapism"?
Text by ISHIKAWA Aiko (Tablet Hotels)Edited by TANAKA Junko (OPENERS)
1. Boundary, London, UK
A rare rooftop lounge in London. The alfresco space at "Boundary" features a covered area with ample seating, heaters, and Welsh blankets, as well as cocktails made with Earl Grey—a quintessentially British ingredient—to ward off the chill.
Boundary
2 Boundary Street, London, England, UK
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http://ow.ly/m1ViK
2. Hotel Americano, New York, USA
The rooftop at "Americano," overlooking the Hudson River and the High Line, is the perfect spot in Manhattan for enjoying both the sunset and people-watching. Tequila takes center stage on the cocktail menu, a taste of Mexico brought to you by the Grupo Habita.
Hotel Americano
518 West 27th Street, New York City, NY, USA
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http://ow.ly/m8jdp
3. Fullerton Bay Hotel, Singapore
As night falls, the rooftop pool deck transforms into "Lantern," surrounded by the gentle glow of the city lights. Their cocktails, made with fresh fruits, are a highlight, especially the tropical fruit mojitos.
Fullerton Bay Hotel
80 Collyer Quay, Singapore, Singapore
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http://ow.ly/m1Vo4
4. ME Madrid, Madrid, Spain
While there are other rooftops that soar higher in Madrid, the "Penthouse Bar," designed by nightlife guru Rande Gerber, offers a close-up view of Spain's stars. Their signature drink, "Serendipity," is a provocative mix of ginger and vodka.
ME Madrid
Plaza de Santa Ana, 14, Madrid, Spain
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http://ow.ly/m1VpP
5. Sofitel So Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
No discussion of Bangkok's top hotels is complete without mentioning their rooftops. Sofitel's signature bar & restaurant is located on the rooftop, alongside a glass-enclosed pool. For the daring, take a dip in this pool floating high above the Bangkok skyline and let the city night intoxicate you.
Sofitel So Bangkok
2 North Sathorn Road, Bangrak, Bangkok, Thailand
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http://ow.ly/m1Vr3
TRAVEL | Evening Cool on the Rooftop
Handpicked by Tablet Hotels, the booking site for discerning travelers!
10 Hotels with Superb Rooftop Spaces (2)
6. Drake Hotel, Toronto, Canada
The "Sky Yard" atop the "Drake Hotel" isn't accessible to just anyone. This pop-up bar, exclusive to hotel guests, changes its theme and cocktail menu every few months. If you visit this summer, we recommend the refreshing Lavender Lemonade.
Drake Hotel
1150 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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http://ow.ly/m1VsF
7. Petit Ermitage, Los Angeles, USA
A beautiful pool is a given for visitors to LA's top hotels. However, the saltwater pool here, surrounded by cabanas and gardens, is truly exceptional. Alongside their original Old Fashioned, titled "The Catcher in the Rye," you can savor a uniquely Hollywood atmosphere.
Petit Ermitage
8822 Cynthia Street, West Hollywood, CA, USA
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http://ow.ly/m1Vuh
8. Continentale, Florence, Italy
High above the crowds gathering at the Ponte Vecchio, the terrace at Continentale, located on the top floor of the Consorti Tower, offers panoramic views of the Arno River and the countryside beyond. Raise a glass of Prosecco and savor "la dolce vita."
Continentale
Vicolo dell'Oro, 6r, Florence, Tuscany, Italy
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http://ow.ly/m1VvC
9. The Waterhouse at South Bund, Shanghai, China
The Waterhouse at South Bund, renovated from an abandoned industrial warehouse in the historic Shiliupu Wharf area south of the Bund, offers a rooftop bar where you can toast with Shanghai's emerging creatives while gazing at the stunning skyline across the river.
The Waterhouse at South Bund
Maojiayuan Road 1-3, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China
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http://ow.ly/m1Vww
10. Hotel Unique, São Paulo, Brazil
As the name "Hotel Unique" suggests, the rooftop lounge features a striking crimson pool and an underwater sound system. DJs perform on weekends. With one of the city's best views and an exquisite cucumber martini, it's truly unparalleled.
Hotel Unique
Avenida Brigadeiro Luis, Antonio, 4700 - Jardim Paulista, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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http://ow.ly/m1Vy9
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