20 Best Rooftop Bars in Bangkok

This alfresco bar-cum-restaurant is 61 floors above the bustling streets of Bangkok, overlooking a magnificent cityscape. The stylish setting fuses fairytale romance and cosmopolitan chic. Indulge in some of the world's finest champagne, exotic cocktails, wine-by-the-glass or non-alcoholic beverages in the bar area, or go all the way for a memorable dinner of barbecued seafood.

Sky Bar rooftop at Lebua State Tower is on many first-time visitor's to-do lists. With a 360-degree view, there's a good reason this bar sees a steady flow of out-of-town guests. The round bar juts over the edge and, at 63 storeys high, it's the only place to be when the sun is setting over the Chao Phraya River.

Sukhumvit Road in Bangkok waited a long time for its very own rooftop bar, and then finally one came along and showed the rest of them how it should really be done. Octave Rooftop and Lounge is more than a place for watching the sunset or having a romantic meal. No rooftop bar in the city has a 360-degree view of Bangkok that matches this, and the top floor of this 3-level venue is the highest spot in the city for a party.

Just below Hi-So Rooftop Bar at Sofitel So is the green immensity of Lumpini Park and beyond that the striking glass-and-metal skyline of Siam and Silom; tall towers with their ever-changing colours and lights. It takes a while to apprehend how magnificent Bangkok can be at sunset and this is a great spot to do just that.

A popular hang-out for Bangkok's jet-set and cultivated travellers, this sophisticated jazz lounge does justice to its name with unrivalled 360-degree views. Drinks are moderately priced and there are demarcated smoking zones. Take the lift to the 32nd floor and watch in awe as the world goes by. Let the romantic mood and gentle jazz wash over you, while enjoying sensational views of the city.

Thirty-two floors above Bangkok’s premier party street on Sukhumvit Soi 11, you'll find Above Eleven, a chilled-out Central Park inspired rooftop bar, set out over 2 floors. As well as coming for a sunset cocktail, you can also experience their unusual Peruvian-Japanese fusion dishes.

Around 10 minutes' walk from the BTS at Nana, Above Eleven bar and restaurant is on the rooftop of Fraser Suites and can be accessed by the entrance at the back of the serviced apartment complex.

CRU Rooftop Bar Bangkok is the highest and certainly one of the fanciest rooftop bars in Bangkok. It serves some exclusive labels of G.H. Mumm Champagne, a snack menu of world delicacies and genuine 360-degree views.

Located above Centara Grand at CentralWorld, Cru Bangkok takes pride of place on the 59th floor (and quite literally on the rooftop) of the hotel. It has a more intimate and sophisticated feel than Red Sky below, with its own private lift and a chic, white-on-white design. There’s a large circular bar in the centre and a huge illuminated arch that changes colours throughout the night and gives photos some nice contrasts.

While Red Sky doesn't offer a striking riverside view, it has a pretty impressive 360-degree panorama view from the 55th floor of one of the most convenient locations in town. If you visit Bangkok, chances are you'll end up shopping in the Siam area, where the largest and most trendy shopping malls of Bangkok are located, including Siam Paragon, MBK and CentralWorld. Being on top of the latter, Red Sky is a great place to round off a day of retail therapy.

Cielo Rooftop Skybar hits the right notes with a great view, affordable prices and plenty of front-row seats for the sunset. With so many rooftops in Bangkok, it’s important to stand out from the crowd, and although it has an out-of-the-way location and an uninspiring entrance via an apartment building, it’s worth a trip to see the 180-degree cityscape from the 46th floor.

Situated on the 22^nd floor of the Aira Hotel, Pastel Rooftop Bar & Dining delivers an indulgent Mediterranean experience in the popular nightlife area of Sukhumvit Soi 11. Here, you’ll enjoy hypnotic skyline views from a panoramic deck and a glamorous interior embellished with art deco touches.

Reserve a spot in a velveteen booth and savour delectable small plates including sea urchin croquettes, Iberico cold cuts, and Galician-style octopus. Finish your night with a generous helping of creamy tiramisu and a handmade Dolce Vita cocktail.

This cute alfresco rooftop bar sits on top of Baan Wanglang Hotel on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River. Although you'll have to negotiate the ferry crossing to Wanglang Pier while using your best map-reading skills to find the place, the view from the modest 5th floor is quite superb. It's small, yet its semi-hidden location means it doesn't get too packed, so you can enjoy the views across the water to the Grand Palace and Wat Arun in peace. There's also a good range of signature cocktails and bar snacks that won't give you a heart attack when the bill arrives.

Char bar on the 26th floor of the Indigo Hotel in Ploenchit might not be as large as most of its counterparts, but it has excelled at using the space wisely, with style and practicality, and even managed to create a certain sense of privacy.

You can sit in large comfortable loungers in one of the alcoves best described as ‘infinity salons’ or more uniquely, at the working station facing the growing cityscape of Bangkok. It's probably the best place to finish that last email with a glass of wine.

SEEN Restaurant & Bar at Avani Bangkok Hotel is a riverside cocktail bar that offers an excellent place to head to in the evening for a few drinks with friends. This modern bar has stunning views and an extensive cocktail menu.

Seen Restaurant and Bar is on the 26th floor of the Avani Riverside Bangkok Hotel, which is a 15-minute ferry ride away from the Saphan Taksin BTS Skytrain station. There's a free shuttle ferry from Sathorn Pier in front of the Skytrain station.

Zoom at Anantara is a popular rooftop bar in the Sathorn area of Bangkok. With fantastic views from the 40th floor of the Anantara Sathorn Hotel, it offers a different perspective over the city and, covering the entirety of the roof, this open-air bar and restaurant has plenty of spots to relax.

The food served here is a selection of world delicacies with an Asian twist, as well as a light bites menu which goes well with their cocktails for those who are coming for pre-dinner drinks or late-night snacks. 

This is a rooftop bar that stands out from the crowd in terms of its location and view. Set on the 24th floor of the Centara Grand Hotel, Blue Sky offers a lofty vantage over Chatuchak and Lad Prao. From here, you can see the entirety of downtown Bangkok in one frame. The cocktail list highlights both the classics and signature creations. There’s also a restaurant serving French-inspired contemporary cuisine.

Casting spectacular views over Wat Arun temple and the Chao Phraya River, Eagle Nest Bar is a hidden Bangkok treasure that’s nestled down a sleepy side street in the city’s old Rattanakosin district. Head 5 floors up to the top of the Sala Arun boutique hotel and take a seat on the al fresco deck for handcrafted cocktails.

By day, Eagle Nest Bar delivers a picturesque city outlook, but the venue really comes to life after sundown when the spires of Wat Arun (the Buddhist Temple of Dawn) illuminate in gold against the ink-black sky. If you fancy a bite, head downstairs to the hotel’s Bitter Deck restaurant where you can savour aromatic Thai classics like papaya salad with grilled white tiger prawns and yellow curry with soft shell crab.

The Speakeasy at Hotel Muse takes you back to the 1920s Prohibition-era when illicit liquor was rolled in the back door by mobsters and served in cleverly disguised underground clubs.

Thankfully, you won’t be breaking any laws at this speakeasy, but authentic touches like a bath full of cocktails in jam jars and cool jazz playing in the background keep the vibe unique and funky. With an interesting view over Sukhumvit and towards Sathorn, this rooftop is more unusual than most, but this isn’t just a skyline; the classic vintage cocktails are just as important as the view.

The Roof @38th Bar at Mode Sathorn Hotel is easily identifiable by its mauve colour, way above the traffic jams and the little annoyances of big-city life. The rooftop is entirely open-sky, so not really an option on rainy days, but the feeling of being high up in the air is real and impressive. You can walk around the entire circumference of the tower and discover a superb 360-degree view of this part of Bangkok.

Scarlett Wine Bar on the 37th floor of the Pullman Hotel Silom serves great cuisine with superb views of Bangkok's sea of skyscrapers. From the moment you enter the vast restaurant you're instantly immersed in a warm atmosphere, and the tension of the outside world fades away.

Occupying almost an entire floor, the dining room is cleverly designed to create islands of lights, making the place cozy without the need for walls or partitions.

Tichuca Rooftop Bar is a jungle-themed beauty that boast’s one of Bangkok’s most impressive vantage points — 50 floors above street level. Take in a 360-degree vista of the capital below from an extensive deck that’s furnished with rustic stools, lava-flow benches, and comfy rattan sofas.

The focal point of Tichuca is a giant LED tree that lights up in rainbow hues like something out of Avatar. As the DJ drops the latest beats, order a round of tiki-style cocktails including the June in Peru and the Vietnamese Guava.