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Bangkok Rooftop Venues
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Gazebo Sukhumvit and Khao San |
Where: Gazebo Sukhumvit and Khao San
Welcome to Gazebo; a rooftop bar-cum-club where balmy winds and nocturnal city views mix into a heady cocktail. It's all a little like the entrance to a half-built pleasure palace. Resist the temptation to turn back; views entertain while you sip cocktails in what feels like an upscale Moroccan loft. The plump cushions, the soft lamps, the shisha pipes (and the lack of air-conditioning…) are all heavily redolent of Cairo. Includes ‘The Harem’ – a state-of-the-art DJ room where you can belly dance into the small hours. Gazebo has two branches and both are set on the same theme. |
Nest |
Where: Le Fenix Hotel Bangkok
Bed down with your lovebird in a padded hammock or one of the ‘nest’ shaped chairs. Order a tangy cocktail, lean back and take in the blinking cityscape. Or get convivial with the clientele - suits and Thai/farang clubbers mostly - while you puff on a Cuban cigar. |
The Long Table |
What: The Long Table
Residing on the 25th floor of Column Tower, Long Table is a hidden jewel in Bangkok’s crown. Standing tall over the city, the panoramic view is exasperated by the nostalgic house beats that roll from the glass facade into the night sky. The same group who brought the city Bed Supperclub returned with an even more modern and gimmicky gesture – sharing a meal at one table. Believed to be the longest table in the world, it seats around 70 people. The bar seeks to redefine the dining and drinking experience in Bangkok. Comprising dimly light hallways, intricate lighting and the clever trickery of mirrors to create the illusion of more space, the décor is a real treat. With such a cutting edge concept you get the feeling that if Long Table were in New York the entry queues would be somewhere over in Sathorn. For those looking for a unique experience, a chic cocktail or chilled glass of wine, Bangkok’s newest rooftop bar will not fail to impress. |
Sky Bar & Distil (Sirocco) |
Where: Lebua at State Tower Enjoy sweeping views from the top of Bangkok's second tallest building, the landmark State Tower with its highly visible golden dome. Tucked away in a corner of the award-winning open air Sirocco restaurant on the 64th floor, Sky Bar's counter is magically illuminated and changes colour every few minutes. A favourite hang-out for celebrities and wannabes, this is where you'd find some of the best live jazz in Bangkok. Also located at the Dome is Distil, another place where everyone likes to be seen. Part DJ bar, part smoking lounge and part restaurant, Distil serves fine single-malt Scotches like Macallan and Glenmoranghie, accompanied by a small carafe of genuine Scottish water. The oyster bar features fresh, imported oysters, as well as Iranian caviar. If you feel like puffing on a fine Cuban cigar, choose one from the humidor and light up on Bangkok's highest smoking balcony, overlooking the Chao Praya River. Drinks and food might be pricey, but the experience is priceless. Reservations are required for Sirocco. Read our review of Distil's Oyster Bar |
Moon Bar (Vertigo) |
Where: Banyan Tree Bangkok This open air bar-cum-restaurant is 61 floors above the bustling streets of Bangkok; stylish, sophisticated, romantic and reaching for the clouds. Indulge in some of the world's finest champagne, exotic cocktails, wine-by-the-glass or non-alcholic beverages in the bar area, or go all the way for a memorable dinner of barbecued seafood. The magical atmosphere makes for a memorable evening, weather permitting. A telescope is available for star-gazing, and on most nights there is live jazz too. Despite the heavy price tags, it's money worth spending. Due to its popularity, reservations are required for the restaurant. |
Three Sixty |
Where: Millennium Hilton Bangkok The latest addition to Bangkok's skyline, The Millennium Hilton Hotel on the Chonburi side of the Chao Praya River is a proud salute to cutting-edge design. Just a short ferry ride across the river from the River City Pier, or a ride on the hotel's hospitality boat from Saphan Taksin Pier (walking distance from Saphan Taksin BTS station), takes you to this spanking new hotel. Take the elevator up to the 31st floor, and proceed one flight of stairs up to Three Sixty, a sophisticated jazz lounge that does justice to its name with unrivalled 360 degree views. Since its opening in March 2006, Three Sixty has become a popular hang-out for Bangkok's jet-set and tourists who have fallen in love with the views. Drinks are moderately priced and (despite being an indoor venue) there are demarcated smoking zones. |
D'Sens Bar & Restaurant |
Where: Dusit Thani Bangkok Overlooking Lumpini Park from the top (22nd) floor of this prime and established Bangkok hotel, this elegant French-themed restaurant and bar comes highly recommended with its three Michelin stars in the dining category. It's possible to pop in just for a drink too, but make the most of your evening with the fine cousine of Jacques and Laurent Pourcel from Le Jardin fame. Views are panaromic, and this would be the right place to impress a date. |
The Rooftop Bar |
Where: Baiyoke Sky Hotel Bangkok Thailand's tallest building, the Bayoke Sky Hotel rises 88 storeys above the Bangkok skyline, and offers maginificent views from dizzying heights. Professional bands and singers perform nightly at the indoor Rooftop Bar, which is located on the 83rd floor. The Observation and Revolving roofdecks on the 77th and 84th floors are open until 22:30, but no drinks or refreshments are served. |
