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Revel in the Rhythms of Hotels with Live Music
by Monika MarkovinovicThere’s a special kind of joy that comes with soaking up the sounds around you when traveling. It’s why some of our favorite hotels have turned their lobbies, pools, bars and rooftops into spaces for live music. In honor of World Music Day on June 21, we’ve rounded up the hotels that have struck a chord with music lovers, setting the perfect soundtrack in their very own noteworthy music venues.
Revel in the Rhythms of Hotels with Live Music
A place to see and be seen, The Lounge at SLS Brickell is a room that feels like home, but with bottle service. Spectacular views of Downtown Miami, private nooks and a balcony terrace with a fireplace make this intimate Philippe Starck-designed lounge a must-visit if seeking salacious evening ambiance. Eclectic music compliments vintage cocktails and chic safari-inspired decor. Plus, where there’s sun, there’s fun. Dance to hypnotic beats and sip handcrafted cocktails at Altitude Pool Deck, a seductive poolside oasis complete with cabanas and plenty of vibes.
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Bringing a bit of Ibiza’s musical heat to Barcelona is La Dolce Vitae. Located on the roof of Majestic Hotel and Spa Barcelona, this exclusive terrace, where you can see the entire city in essentially one glance, is the ideal place to relax, sip champagnes and indulge in a menu by consultant chef Nandu Jubany. Come summer, Majestic Sunset Sessions brings a festival-type atmosphere to the Neoclassical property with international DJs rocking the scene. Then there’s resident DJ Carles U Soul always spinning the best bossa nova beats.
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Centuries after master composers Mozart and Strauss played in the city, Vienna still lives up to its reputation as the capital of classical music. Feel the music at Palais Hansen Kempinski Vienna, offering guests a once-in-a-lifetime experience with a waltz composed just for them. The Kempinski Waltz Time package includes three magical nights in the Presidential Suite and the composition of a waltz by a renowned Viennese composer. While the elegant property’s famed Kempinski Concertinis may be on hold, live piano music can be heard throughout the day in the Lobby Lounge and Bar. The sweet sounds are best paired with a Viennese Apple Strudel or Viennese coffee which are also served in this bright, airy space.
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A little jazz in the Roppongi Hills, anyone? Spend a special evening at Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s chic jazz lounge Maduro, enjoying delectable flavors and swinging to the rhythm of smooth jazz. Luxuriously designed, this intimate lounge with an extensive collection of cigars and whiskey offers nightly live entertainment courtesy of dazzling international artists. While its location is discreet, once found, enter the sweeping, golden-lit space and settle into a leather chair for one of the bar’s signature cocktails while the music whisks you away.
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Looking for the party? Look no further than Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House—an adults-only sanctuary complete with rooftop playscape, block-long infinity pool and vibrant social scene. The place to kick off your musical journey is the Rooftop, spinning ‘90s hip hop beats high atop Riviera Maya’s coolest pool scene. After dark at the Alessia pop-up restaurant, DJs transform the space into a world-class nightlife destination.
VIEW HOTELRevel in the Rhythms of Hotels with Live Music
Follow in the footsteps of countless New Yorkers and head to The Pierre for a Wicked experience (musical jokes, anyone?) The sounds of New York City are alive and well at Two E Lounge—a sophisticated Neoclassical lobby lounge by day, suave Art Deco bar by night. For a one-of-a-kind cabaret experience, the iconic Upper East Side lounge presents Broadway at The Pierre, a showcase of the brightest stars in New York’s thriving musical theater scene. Cast members from The Phantom of The Opera, Hamilton, The Lion King and more exhibit their spectacular talents here.
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Inspired by an artist, Joshua’s Tavern at The Londoner—the world’s first “super boutique” hotel—not only serves an eclectic selection of gin and Gintonicas cocktails but also unplugged music performances for a joyous ode to socializing. And over at The Stage, a perfectly named pink-hued champagne bar dedicated to life’s great delights—live performances take to the stage to serenade guests over afternoon tea, oysters and caviar.
VIEW HOTELRevel in the Rhythms of Hotels with Live Music
Aria Hotel Budapest beams with preludes and etudes that serenade visitors with an exquisite design inspired by music, from the hotel’s Boganyi Piano to the four themed wings—Classical, Opera, Jazz and Contemporary. The soundproof rooms feature an iPad loaded with a digital music library curated by the hotel’s full-time musical director, who helps guests connect with the most remarkable cultural experiences in Budapest. Each night the hotel’s glass-enclosed Music Garden courtyard becomes the stage for live entertainment during the complimentary wine and cheese reception.
VIEW HOTELRevel in the Rhythms of Hotels with Live Music
There’s a reason Austin is the live music capital of the world. The city’s live music scene pervades every corner of the city, day or night, with gritty blues bands, indie rockers and reggae rhythms. Find it all at The Driskell. As Texas as it gets, the Driskell Bar’s relaxed atmosphere was made for live music. Sink into a cozy leather couch, sip a craft cocktail, enjoy small plate dining and listen to the sounds of a variety of genres and up-and-coming musicians from Texas.
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Revel in the Rhythms of Hotels with Live Music
While Hotel El Ganzo’s location on turquoise waters and golden sands may be its most dazzling trait, the property’s unique foothold in the world of the arts is its most unique. With live art installations and a bustling schedule of musicians playing onsite, this one-of-a-kind hideaway is an art and music lovers’ utopia. El Ganzo Records—the hotel’s state-of-the-art in-house recording studio found below a trap door in the lobby—invites artists from around the world to come and hone their craft. Lucky for guests, these artists then take to The Rooftop or The Firepit to perform their new songs as part of the Artist in Residency program.
VIEW HOTELA place to see and be seen, The Lounge at SLS Brickell is a room that feels like home, but with bottle service. Spectacular views of Downtown Miami, private nooks and a balcony terrace with a fireplace make this intimate Philippe Starck-designed lounge a must-visit if seeking salacious evening ambiance. Eclectic music compliments vintage cocktails and chic safari-inspired decor. Plus, where there’s sun, there’s fun. Dance to hypnotic beats and sip handcrafted cocktails at Altitude Pool Deck, a seductive poolside oasis complete with cabanas and plenty of vibes.
VIEW HOTELBringing a bit of Ibiza’s musical heat to Barcelona is La Dolce Vitae. Located on the roof of Majestic Hotel and Spa Barcelona, this exclusive terrace, where you can see the entire city in essentially one glance, is the ideal place to relax, sip champagnes and indulge in a menu by consultant chef Nandu Jubany. Come summer, Majestic Sunset Sessions brings a festival-type atmosphere to the Neoclassical property with international DJs rocking the scene. Then there’s resident DJ Carles U Soul always spinning the best bossa nova beats.
VIEW HOTELCenturies after master composers Mozart and Strauss played in the city, Vienna still lives up to its reputation as the capital of classical music. Feel the music at Palais Hansen Kempinski Vienna, offering guests a once-in-a-lifetime experience with a waltz composed just for them. The Kempinski Waltz Time package includes three magical nights in the Presidential Suite and the composition of a waltz by a renowned Viennese composer. While the elegant property’s famed Kempinski Concertinis may be on hold, live piano music can be heard throughout the day in the Lobby Lounge and Bar. The sweet sounds are best paired with a Viennese Apple Strudel or Viennese coffee which are also served in this bright, airy space.
VIEW HOTELA little jazz in the Roppongi Hills, anyone? Spend a special evening at Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s chic jazz lounge Maduro, enjoying delectable flavors and swinging to the rhythm of smooth jazz. Luxuriously designed, this intimate lounge with an extensive collection of cigars and whiskey offers nightly live entertainment courtesy of dazzling international artists. While its location is discreet, once found, enter the sweeping, golden-lit space and settle into a leather chair for one of the bar’s signature cocktails while the music whisks you away.
VIEW HOTELLooking for the party? Look no further than Thompson Playa Del Carmen Main House—an adults-only sanctuary complete with rooftop playscape, block-long infinity pool and vibrant social scene. The place to kick off your musical journey is the Rooftop, spinning ‘90s hip hop beats high atop Riviera Maya’s coolest pool scene. After dark at the Alessia pop-up restaurant, DJs transform the space into a world-class nightlife destination.
VIEW HOTELFollow in the footsteps of countless New Yorkers and head to The Pierre for a Wicked experience (musical jokes, anyone?) The sounds of New York City are alive and well at Two E Lounge—a sophisticated Neoclassical lobby lounge by day, suave Art Deco bar by night. For a one-of-a-kind cabaret experience, the iconic Upper East Side lounge presents Broadway at The Pierre, a showcase of the brightest stars in New York’s thriving musical theater scene. Cast members from The Phantom of The Opera, Hamilton, The Lion King and more exhibit their spectacular talents here.
VIEW HOTELInspired by an artist, Joshua’s Tavern at The Londoner—the world’s first “super boutique” hotel—not only serves an eclectic selection of gin and Gintonicas cocktails but also unplugged music performances for a joyous ode to socializing. And over at The Stage, a perfectly named pink-hued champagne bar dedicated to life’s great delights—live performances take to the stage to serenade guests over afternoon tea, oysters and caviar.
VIEW HOTELAria Hotel Budapest beams with preludes and etudes that serenade visitors with an exquisite design inspired by music, from the hotel’s Boganyi Piano to the four themed wings—Classical, Opera, Jazz and Contemporary. The soundproof rooms feature an iPad loaded with a digital music library curated by the hotel’s full-time musical director, who helps guests connect with the most remarkable cultural experiences in Budapest. Each night the hotel’s glass-enclosed Music Garden courtyard becomes the stage for live entertainment during the complimentary wine and cheese reception.
VIEW HOTELThere’s a reason Austin is the live music capital of the world. The city’s live music scene pervades every corner of the city, day or night, with gritty blues bands, indie rockers and reggae rhythms. Find it all at The Driskell. As Texas as it gets, the Driskell Bar’s relaxed atmosphere was made for live music. Sink into a cozy leather couch, sip a craft cocktail, enjoy small plate dining and listen to the sounds of a variety of genres and up-and-coming musicians from Texas.
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While Hotel El Ganzo’s location on turquoise waters and golden sands may be its most dazzling trait, the property’s unique foothold in the world of the arts is its most unique. With live art installations and a bustling schedule of musicians playing onsite, this one-of-a-kind hideaway is an art and music lovers’ utopia. El Ganzo Records—the hotel’s state-of-the-art in-house recording studio found below a trap door in the lobby—invites artists from around the world to come and hone their craft. Lucky for guests, these artists then take to The Rooftop or The Firepit to perform their new songs as part of the Artist in Residency program.
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