15 Best Rooftop Bars in Dubai

With the the city of Dubai sandwiched between a desert and the Arabian Gulf, the views during the day are quite wonderful. 

However, at night Dubai sparkles, twinkles and beams like no other. Dubai is very much a city for night owls with a plethora of clubs and bars to enjoy. Sitting above the city and enjoying spectacular views of the city below is a must!

The BusinessClass.com guide to the 15 best rooftop bars in Dubai

Asia Asia

Spend an evening at one of the most coveted nightspots in the Emirati capital. Located on the 6th floor of the Pier 7 building, this highly awarded bar offers fabulous views of the Dubai Marina. Popular with the well-heeled and sophisticated, Asia Asia is always buzzing with life and energy. 

The dark wood, Asian-inspired interiors are brightened by touches of fuschia pink. Cosy couches provide a perfect setting to enjoy creative cocktails and a variety of delectable Pan-Asian specialities and light bites on the menu. Consider a Thursday night at Asia Asia to catch a live sax performance.

Address: 6th Floor, Pier 7 Dubai Marina

Tomo

Grab a spot on the airy terrace of this chic Japanese restaurant bar located on the 17th floor of Raffles Dubai. Gawping at the shimmering cityscape sprawling beneath your feet is obligatory. Order sundowners based on Japanese specialities, including a wide variety of Sake, Shochu. You can satisfy your gourmet cravings by feasting on some of the finest Japanese plates in the city, like sushi, Waguy Beef and rice / noodle dishes. 

Contemporary interiors are complemented with charming oriental features, artwork and lanterns. The ambience is equally stunning during the day, with natural light streaming in from the floor-to-ceiling windows.

Address: 17th Floor, Raffles Hotel, Sheikh Rashid Rd, Wafi

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Siddharta

Located at Hotel Grosvenor House in Dubai Marina, this stylish rooftop terrace is a favourite for its 360-degree panorama. Make yourself comfortable in a cabana next to the swimming pool and let the live DJs entertain you with the choicest music mixes. Guests can look forward to coastal Mediterranean and Asian cuisine and innovative cocktails created by expert mixologists. 

The lush, vibrant outdoor ambience continues with potted plants indoors, and nature-inspired interiors feature woven chairs, raw concrete, rattan chairs, macramé pendant lights, and stone Buddha heads. Reservations are recommended to avoid disappointment.

Address: 4th Floor, Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Al Emreef St, Dubai Marina

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Bla Bla

Casual meets sophisticated to create a hip vibe in this day-to-night entertainment venue. Think 20 unique bars, an Ibiza-style beach club and a restaurant serving Japanese, Italian, and Texas Smokehouse cuisines. Enjoy panoramic views over the ocean and Bluewaters Island while you sip on a wide range of delicious cocktails, wine, beers, shisha and bites.

Guests can start the day early with breakfast and beach bumming and continue till late at night for terrace sundowners and a bar crawl like no other. Eclectic spaces cover all themes, from a graffiti-filled New York den to a glitzy arena.

Address: 5101 Messer Street, The Beach, Jumeirah Beach Residences

Atelier M

Occupying the top three floors of the Pier7 building in Dubai Marina, Atelier M includes a restaurant, indoor lounge and open-air rooftop terrace and bar. The Art Deco-style styled interiors, swathed with gold and crystal, evoke a subtle grandeur that is hard to come by in a nightlife spot. Sweeping views of the water and glittering skyscrapers will keep you hooked while you wait for beer, bubbles and bar food.

There are several weekly events to watch out for, including live DJs, 'Ladies Night' on Tuesdays and Fridays, 'Old Skool Wednesdays' and Rooftop Brunch every Friday.

Address: Floor 7/7M, Pier 7, Dubai Marina

Wane by Somiya

Located at the plush Address Dubai Marina, this Uber-cool pool club and lounge bar is a favourite haunt thanks to unbeatable views of the Dubai Marina. You can luxuriate on the lounges, sunbeds and cabanas by the 45-metre-long rooftop infinity pool under the open skies for a Riviera-style experience. 

Outdoor dining is a lively affair every night, with the latest music videos playing on large screens. But if you're looking to take it up a notch, plan to check the event schedule for Latin-inspired Janeiro and Afro-infused AfroBeach nights. 

Address: Level 4, Address Dubai Marina, 66 Al Marsa St, Dubai Marina

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Luna

This stylish rooftop lounge on the 8th floor of the Four Seasons Hotel DIFC has an enviable view of the Dubai skyline and the iconic Burj Khalifa. Rub shoulders with the swish, elite crowd before you find a comfy couch on the terrace. Order the signature cocktails named after stars and planets. 

Quirk up your senses with the signature Aquarius cocktail, a surprising concoction of juice, lime and a touch of honey. Another must-try is the smoked whisky Negroni. Later, pamper your palate with Asian-small bites like wasabi salmon and duck confit bao bun.

Address: 8th Floor, Four Seasons Hotel, Dubai International Financial Centre

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Zeta

Perched nearly 300 meters above the city, this open-air rooftop bar in the Address Beach Resort boasts a setting next to the world's highest outdoor infinity pool. Swoon over sweeping panoramas of the Arabian Gulf and Palm Jumeirah and feel a whiff of exclusivity. Go gourmet with Asian seafood-inspired signature dishes like Iced Oyster, Wagyu Sirloin and Crispy Fried Prawns, and expertly crafted mixed drinks. 

Private cabanas are fitted with TVs, music controllers and coffee machines, and you will also be assured of pool access.

Address: Level 77, Address Beach Resort, Al Mamsha St, Dubai Marina

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Amazonico

This three-story venue designed by internationally renowned artist Lázaro Rosa-Violan consists of an American Latin restaurant, lounge and bar. Copacabana tiled floors, sunshine-yellow umbrellas, high-seat bar stools and lush plants come together for an inviting beachy, rainforest vibe. The views over the surrounding skyscrapers are a bonus. Foodies can enjoy Latin American dishes with Asian and Mediterranean influences, from sushi and fresh raw seafood to grilled meats and fish. 

The drinks menu includes jungle-inspired cocktails, champagne, wine and spirits. Enjoy the effervescent ambience with resident DJs churning out fabulous music till the wee hours of the morning.

Address:  Dubai International Financial Centre, Pavilion, Dubai 

Level 43

Book an evening for this open-air terrace on the 43rd floor of Four Points by Sheraton. From a height of 155 meters, Level 43 is an ideal place to soak up 360-degree views of the skyscraper-studded city of Dubai. Sleek blue lighting whips up a deliciously relaxed ambience. Fans of Japanese fare will love the menu heavy on sushi, sashimi, maki rolls and bento boxes.

There are enough choices for standard light bites like nachos, wings, satay and onion rings. Prepare to be spoilt for choice with a wide variety of mixed drinks. 

Address: Level 43, Four Points by Sheraton, Sheikh Zayed Road

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Ce la Vie

Located in the Address Sky View hotel, this rooftop venue sports high tables that surround a central bar overlooking the iconic Burj Al Arab. Modernistic decor peppered with Far Eastern accents makes it one of the most stylish hotspots in the Emirati capital.

The menu offers a wide range of mixed drinks, signature cocktails by master mixologists, a fine selection of wine, high-end whiskey and shisha, and contemporary Asian cuisine. Pick the truffle short rib croquettes, roasted Chilean sea bass, black truffle risotto made with sushi rice and a Katsu veal chop.

Address: Tower 2 - Level 54, Address Sky View Hotel, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd

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Rex

Head to this intimate rooftop perched on the 39th floor of the InterContinental Dubai Marina for its expansive angle views over the Dubai Marina and the Arabian Gulf. The nautical theme with a navy and white colour palette creates a casual yet stylish atmosphere. The bar menu showcases Italian flavours with small bites, including bruschetta, cured beef and tiramisu.

You can choose from signature cocktails, wine and Peroni in both bottles and on tap. This is a place to have conversations with friends or a quiet evening alone with sundowners and light music playing in the background.

Address: Floor 39, InterContinental - King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St, Dubai Marina

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Pure Sky

Book, a table at Pure Sky, to take in the uninterrupted views of Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah and the world's highest observation wheel, in Dubai. Located high above the city, on the 35th floor of Hilton Dubai, this elegant rooftop lounge is a great place to watch the sun dip into the horizon. The interiors have a minimalistic ocean-side theme with white tables and lounge sofas. 

The menu offers several contemporary sharing dishes, signature mixed drinks, beer, wines and bubbles, but the Gin Tonic comes highly recommended. Amateur mixologists can check out the Cocktail Masterclasses to pick up a few tips for entertaining friends at home.

Address: Level 35, The Walk, Hilton Dubai The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence

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Treehouse

Head to the lush green rooftop bar of Taj Dubai in Business Bay for a trendy, relaxed atmosphere and exceptional views of the Burj Al Arab. Soft colours, sparkling fairy lights and a Renaissance theme make Treehouse a venue of choice for the discerning night crawler. Be wowed by the menu of inventive cocktails, fine champagnes and wines. 

Complement the drinks with interesting light bites that are a fusion of Mediterranean and Asian flavours while swaying to the tunes of soulful R&B songs. An air-conditioned 'Glasshouse' insulates the bar from heat during the summer months.

Address: Taj Dubai Hotel, Burj Khalifa St, Business Bay, Dubai

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Mercury

True to its name, this rooftop lounge adopts a new theme every season, so you can look forward to a fresh look and feel regularly. Located on the top floor of the Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Mercury offers excellent views over the ocean and skyline. The menu is curated for a deep dive into classic Sicilian cuisine. 

Even the hand-crafted cocktails are highly inspired by the tastes and aromas of Sicilian lemons and oranges. Pulsating DJ sets and live music performances are the ingredients to a sparkling night in Dubai. 

Address: Rooftop lounge, Four Seasons Resort Dubai, 2 Jumeirah St, Jumeirah, Jumeirah 2, Dubai

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