Kiwi Curated
Bars of the Great Outdoors
by Monika MarkovinovicThe best place to be right now is the outdoors with space and fresh air to spare—and we’re not just talking about nature. While many of us have mastered the art of bartending in our own kitchens, we’re dreaming of ordering up a round of drinks on the patio or up on the rooftop. Herein, match your glass of rosé with the sunset and spritz with the stars at these outdoor hotel bars.
Bars of the Great Outdoors
There’s nothing more Parisian than sipping cocktails and admiring the view of Paris’ most iconic sights. Le Rooftop at The Peninsula Paris has the perfect setup. Atop the show-stopping hotel, Le Rooftop is an elegant sanctuary away from the fray of the French capital and the spot to take in the twinkling lights of the Eiffel Tower with champagne in hand.
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Often named one of the top rooftop bars in the world, Banyan Tree Bangkok’s Moon Bar has the ability to quite literally take your breath away. Located 61 stories up, the vertigo-inducing bar not only offers a 360-degree view of Bangkok’s dazzling cityscape, but also a new Moon Walk extending two-meters out (a must-visit for anyone looking for a gravity-defining selfie). Add to the dizziness of the experience with a round of Dragon Ball, a potent mix of Cinnamon Chalong Bay.
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With a new concept and look, Sky Bar is back and as sophisticated as ever. Located on the ninth floor of Tivoli Avenida Liberdade, the glamourous bar is now an extension of neighboring Restaurant SEEN Lisboa. Here, enjoy warm nights, the sounds of the resident DJ and an array of cocktails from head bartender Lucas Jaques, with the River Tagus and Arrábida Mountains as the glittering natural backdrop.
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A secluded island retreat surrounded by vibrant coral and a turquoise lagoon, Anantara Kihavah Villas is where forces of nature shine. Explore the wonders of the Maldives at SKY, an overwater observatory and bar outfitted with the largest telescope and observatory in the Indian Ocean. Swing by for sunset cocktails, stay for champagne beneath the stars and learn about the constellations with the property’s storytelling SKY Guru.
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With its three plush corner Sky Pods overlooking Times Square, St. Cloud is the ultimate rooftop bar in New York City. At 7,800 square feet, The Knickerbocker’s crown jewel features soaring skyscraper views, live music and an exclusive Waterford Crystal Lounge complete with a luxe private room with lush living walls of greenery. Order up the iconic hotel’s “Classic Knickerbocker” martini.
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With its musical motifs and stylish interiors, Aria Hotel Budapest is an instant pick-me-up. Find your drink of choice at High Note SkyBar, an all-season rooftop garden mixing historic and modern influences. This bi-level bar, with two smaller panoramic terraces, provides a front-row seat to some of Budapest’s most iconic sights, thanks to its 360-degree views, including St. Stephen’s Basilica.
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Looking for cliffside drama? Perched atop distinctive rock formations along Jimbaran’s pristine sunset coast, Rock Bar Bali at The Villas at Ayana Resort lives 14 meters above the Indian Ocean and serves up some of the island’s most theatrical sunsets. If in the mood for after-dark ambiance, listen to international DJs as they heighten your experience from a custom DJ booth carved directly into the cliff face.
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The highest rooftop bar in Shanghai, The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai’s Flair Rooftop Bar, on the 58th floor, puts on a show with views of Pearl Tower, The Bund and Hongkou District. Explore the many culinary wonders of the world on this split-level terrace with tapas that celebrate the flair of Japan, Indonesia, Vietnam, India, China and Thailand.
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If not catching rays down on the pristine sands, or soaking up Miami Beach’s enticing nightlife along Collins Avenue, find yourself at The Confidante’s Backyard. A sandy garden featuring craft cocktails and live music, The Backyard is a playful hot spot that will have you forgetting about the stresses of the everyday with its nostalgic details. Challenge friends to a game of giant Jenga or Connect Four.
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In the heart of Roppongi, Grand Hyatt Tokyo says “Aloha” to the warm nights with a Hawaiian-themed beer garden at The Oak Door. The bar, where one can usually enjoy a glass of red with a Tomahawk steak, opens up its floor-to-ceiling windows to an airy terrace featuring chilled Kona beer and a free-flowing selection of colorful cocktails served in Hawaiian tiki glasses.
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