If Hong Kong is known for two things, it has to be the incredible skyscrapers that make this concrete jungle beautiful, and the amazing food and drinks scene where you can literally find every cuisine under the sun. So the best way to experience the city is by visiting its rooftop bars, which combine the two! Whether it’s a sundowner, happy hour after work, or a nice dinner date, here is your complete list of rooftop bars in Hong Kong that you HAVE to visit! And not to worry when it comes to those rainy days – there are venues on this list with covered terraces to keep you nice and dry.
Aqua — Tsim Sha Tsui
When asked about the “bar with the best view”, the name Aqua frequently comes to mind. This stylish bar and restaurant, perched on the 17/F at H Centre, is nothing short of spectacular. Its outdoor terrace offers views that dominate the harbour and the city’s iconic skyline, while a dazzling catwalk escorts you to the “Instagrammable” main dining area. The menu presents the finest offerings from both Japanese and Italian cuisines, and their constantly updated signature dishes make sure you’ll find yourself returning time and again.
Location: 17/F, H Zentre, 15 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Opening Hours: 3pm–12am (Sun-Thu); 3pm–1am (Fri-Sat)
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 3427 2288
Cardinal Point — Central
The name of this rooftop bar comes from the four main navigational directions. Nestled atop Landmark’s Gloucester Tower, this place treats you to stunning Victoria Harbour views and live tunes from a resident DJ. The drink menu by beverage director John Nugent features everything from the refreshing Pandan Highball, to “New Wave” mixes like Chips & Dip. Whether it’s the mixology, the food, or the vibe, Cardinal Point promises a good time.
Location: Forty-Five, Gloucester Tower, Landmark, Central
Opening Hours: 12pm–1am (Mon-Sat & the day before public holiday); 11:30am–10pm (Sun & PH)
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 3501 8560
Cruise Restaurant and Bar — North Point
This North Point hotspot serves up modern Asian fare that has its roots in traditional South East and North East Asian recipes, but given a modern twist. Enjoy the share plates as you sip on Asian-inspired cocktails — all while taking in scenic views of the Hong Kong Island and Kowloon skylines.
Happy Hours: 5:00pm – 7:00 pm (Weekdays)
Location: 23/F, West Tower, Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, North Point
Opening Hours: 5pm–12am (Mon-Thu); 5pm–1am (Fri); 12nn–1am (Sat); 12nn–12am (Sun)
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 3896 9898
Eyebar — Tsim Sha Tsui
Eyebar has an impressive range of drinks, including their signature cocktail, Grape Expectations, house cocktails, mocktails and all your regulars. Add the incredible view of the full Hong Kong island city skyline from the 30th floor to the mix, and you have the perfect combination for a memorable night out. They have a spacious indoor lounge, with floor-to-ceiling windows to admire the view, but you have to get there early to get a spot at their outdoor terrace.
Happy Hours: 3:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Shop 3001, 30/F, iSQUARE, 63 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Opening Hours: 3:00pm – 12:00am
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2487 3988
Faye — Central
This brand new sparkling rooftop club is THE place to party. Located on the 25th and 26th floors of California Tower, taking the place of Ce La Vie, Faye has a cool and contemporary vibe, with inflatable spaceships and other outer-space gimmicks and some of the best live beats in town. If you need a breather from the dancing, just step outside onto the sky deck and get breathtaking views of Central’s iconic buildings.
Location: 25-26/F, California Tower, 30-32 D’Aguilar St, Central
Opening Hours: 5:00pm till late (Mon-Sat ); Close on Sunday
Contact: Instagram | Facebook | +852 6741 4234
HYC Bar & Lounge — Tsim Sha Tsui
Offering the combination of Ginspired drinks, luxe hookah and 360 views of the city, HYC has it all! Based on the importance of the botanical connection between shisha and gin, it provides both high quality and flavourful shisha combinations — a full sensory experience. It also boasts an outdoor terrace with panoramic views overlooking Kowloon and Hong Kong, being on the 22nd floor.
Location: 22/F, Nathan Hill, 38 Hillwood Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Opening Hours: 5pm – 2am (Sun-Thu); 5pm to 3am (Fri-Sat)
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2572 6388
ICHU — Central
Be teleported to the mountainous terrain of Peru, right within Central! In the urban jungle of Central, on the third floor, you’ll be surrounded by the plants and furniture inspired by the natural rock formations of the scenic landscapes. With their signature cocktails also inspired by different regions of Peru and incredible shisha, you can’t miss out the buzz at this happening spot.
Happy Hours: 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: 3/F, H Queen’s Building, 80 Queen’s Rd Central, Central
Opening Hours: 12pm-12am (Mon-Thu); 12pm-1am (Fri-Sat); Close on Sunday
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2477 7717
KABOOM — Tsim Sha Tsui
Revel in the island getaway vibes that this joint exudes — right from its thatched lounge umbrellas to its drinks. There’s a casual indoor seating space for super-hot days, but if you truly want the full Kaboom experience, we suggest you head outside and chill out over a tropical-themed cocktail and shisha.
Location: 20/F, Prince Tower, 12A Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Opening Hours: 12pm-12am (Mon-Wed & Sun), 12pm-2am (Thu-Sat)
Contact: Instagram | +852 3708 8114
La Rambla by Catalunya — Central
For a feast for both your eyes and your stomach, La Rambla by Catalunya on Level 3 of the IFC is your go-to spot. While their interiors, which are inspired by Barcelona and boast tasteful green booths and rattan chairs, are exceptional, the true delight is the outside terrace, with the spectacular view of Victoria Harbour. Their Catalan cuisine offers a number of tapas along with unbeatable paella and other daily fresh market specials. You can’t go wrong with a sunset sangria in this gorgeous spot.
Happy Hours: 3:00pm – 8:00pm (Mon-Fri)
Location: 3071-3073, Level 3, IFC, 8 Finance Street, Central
Opening Hours: 11:30am–10pm
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2661 1161
OZONE — West Kowloon
OZONE lands on many a Hong Kong bucket list, and it’s easy to see why: Taking a swift lift ride 118 floors over the city? Check. Having a drink 1,608 feet above sea level? Check. Taking memorable photos from one of the highest bars in the world? Check. We can already see the hashtags filling your social feeds. You will inevitably end up here during your time in Hong Kong, and you won’t regret it. The prices are notoriously high, so we’d suggest going early and enjoying the happy hour offers. (Please note that this terrace is — thankfully as it’s a long way up — mostly enclosed.)
Location: Level 118, The Ritz Carlton, Hong Kong, 1 Austin Road West, West Kowloon
Opening Hours: 4 pm–1 am (Mon- Fri); 2 pm–1am (Sat); 2 pm–12am (Sun)
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2263 2270
Popinjays — Central
Atop the swanky Murray Hotel, Popinjays’ chic ambience greets you from the moment you step out of the lift that opens onto the rooftop. A wraparound bar is the focal point, as is Central’s skyline, which keeps you company as you settle in for some very good imbibing courtesy of head mixologist Manuel Saavedra-Ramirez. Cocktails here have an aviary theme (popinjays, an old term for parrots, takes its name from the resident cockatoos in the neighbourhood) and you’ll be hard-pressed not to spot someone drinking out of a macaw’s head.
Happy Hours: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Location: 26/F, The Murray, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central
Opening Hours: 12nn–12am (Sun-Thu); 12nn–2am (Fri-Sat)
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 3141 8888
Red Sugar — Hung Hom
Red Sugar may have an Insta-worthy interior lounge, but its rooftop terrace with a 270-degree view is hard to beat this side of the harbour. Its drinks menu boasts an extensive wine collection, craft beers, and oak barrel-aged cocktails. Take your pick from hanging out at the Andre Fu-designed bar or admiring the city skyline while unwinding on the elegant loungers.
Happy Hours: 4:00pm – 7:00pm (Mon-Fri, excluding Public Holiday and Eve)
Location: Level 7, Kerry Hotel, Hong Kong, 38 Hung Luen Road, Hung Hom
Opening Hours: 4pm–12am (Mon-Thu, Sun & PH); 4pm–1am (Fri, Sat & Public Holiday’s Eve)
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2252 5281
SKYE — Causeway Bay
Is it just us, or does ordering a drink from an illuminated bar make waiting for your turn a little less irritating? Maybe it’s the way it makes your martini glow, or because it’s a touch warm as you lean against it for a closer peek of the drink menu? If you can’t decide, put your faith in SKYE’s expert mixologists, who’ll whip up a bespoke cocktail that is as visually enticing (some come brimming with dry ice) as it is delicious. There are 12 eclectic ones to sample via the “Zodiac Cocktails”, which has a drink dedicated to each star sign — like the combination of Bacardi Ocho cocoa nib with a touch of smoky paprika crafted to match the fiery Leo personality.
Location: 27/F, The Park Lane, 310 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay
Opening Hours: 12 :00pm–1:00am
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2839 3327
Sugar — Tai Koo
Sugar is one of our go-tos for outdoor drinking, as it offers a different change of pace, and outlook, from Taikoo Shing. While many of the rooftop bars seem to fall on top of the tall buildings of Central, this gem in Quarry Bay is very appealing. The long deck and roomy lounge on the 32nd floor of EAST Hotel have plenty of space, so you can enjoy your beverage without having to worry about it ending up on your shirt. Take in the resident DJ until the wee hours, or just laze about on umbrella-covered patio furniture with an intoxicating “Eastern Gimlet“, one of their signature cocktails.
Location: 32/F, EAST Hong Kong, 29 Taikoo Shing Road, Tai Koo
Opening Hours: 5:30 pm–1am (Mon- Thu); 5:30 pm–1:30am (Fri-Sat & Public Holiday’s Eve:); 5:30pm–12:30am (Sun)
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 3968 3738
Sunset Grill — Tung Chung
Sunset Grill atop Sheraton Hotel isn’t just about great food; its outdoor terrace is the perfect spot for enjoying a drink or two while spotting planes from afar. The bar imeanu features creative cocktails, especially the Honey Bourbon Old Fashioned, made with local honey. It’s a fantastic place to chill out, enjoy the view, and have a good time with friends over some unique drinks.
Location: 9 Yi Tung Road 19/F Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel. Tung Chung
Opening Hours: 12:00pm–12:00am
Contact: Website | Instagram | +852 2535 0025
Terrible Baby — Yau Ma Tei
Head over to the lush, green terrace on the fourth floor of the Eaton and you will be transported to the wonderland that is Terrible Baby. Already winning a number of awards across Hong Kong, you can see why this spot is so popular. Their creative cocktails are aplenty and it’s one of the city’s most happening live music spots. So head over and enjoy the drinks and shisha for nice, lazy afternoon with your closest friends, while taking in the urban views of Jordan.
Happy Hours: 2:00pm – :00pm (Sun-Thu)
Location: 4/F, Eaton HK, 380 Nathan Road, Yau Ma Tei
Opening Hours: 2pm–12am (Sun-Thu); 2pm-2am (Fri-Sat)
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2710 1866
Wav — Central
Part of the multi-experience music hub – The Trilogy, Wav Rooftop Bar sits high on H Code and brings the best of beach club vibes right to the city. Inspired by the laid-back luxury of Phuket, Miami, and Bali, Wav offers stunning views of the city skyline. Here, you can enjoy a range of signature cocktails, rosé wine, and carefully selected snacks from the comfort of a stylish cabana, all while listening to chilled tunes from sunset DJs.
Location: R/F, H Code, 45 Pottinger Street, Central
Opening Hours: 5 pm till late (Tue-Fri); 2pm till late (Sat-Sun); Close on Monday
Contact: Instagram | +852 2799 2883
Header image credits: Cardinal Point
