The best rooftop bars in Hong Kong

Plume is one of the latest al fresco destinations situated in the heart of Central. Located on the rooftop of H Queen's, this al fresco destination allows you to get cosy in one of their seats with the Central skyline as the backdrop. Enjoy glasses of wine from their extensive wine list accompanied by contemporary French bar bites.

Sitting atop The Park Lane Hotel in Causeway Bay, this restaurant bar boasts an eye-popping view of Hong Kong. Skye's reception area is clinically white with sleek curvatures that are reminiscent of futuristic sci-fi flicks. The bar has undergone renovations and reopened with a bigger and more relaxed al fresco space offering stunning views of Victoria Park that takes you all the way to North Point. The restaurant also changed its menu with a more casual approach to dining, featuring skewers and small and sharing plates, including signature dishes like beef wellington as well as new bites like the baked whole sea bass and char-grilled lobster. For drinks, indulge in a selection of wines or cocktails inspired by zodiac signs. 

Ozone is the highest bar, not just in Hong Kong but also in the world. A narrow leathered elevator (which vaguely reminds you of a padded cell) shoots you right up to the 118th floor. Once inside, you're immediately greeted by moody lighting, avant-garde seating, and walls of refracted swirling glass. However, what seals the deal for any guest is the unobstructed view of Western Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. And, with one of the finest wine lists in town and a great cocktail programme, the drinks here are almost as impressive as the view. Here you can sip cold bubbly or sangria in the afternoon before moving to more spirited drinks from their signature cocktail menu while watching the skyline glitter during sundown.

From lunch to afternoon drinks, dinner to late-night sips, Cruise offers an oasis to enjoy social connection, modern Asian fare, and cocktails while overlooking spectacular views of Victoria Harbour. The food and drink menus draw inspiration from South East and North East Asian cuisine – presenting sharing dishes with contemporary twists. 

Perched on the top floor of California Tower in Lan Kwai Fong, Faye dons a fun futuristic look and showcases live beats to workout those happy feet. But one of the best parts of the place is its sky deck overlooking the ever-bustling concrete jungle of Central. Enjoy afternoon drinks at the bar and stay until sundown for a night of revelry together with a trendy crowd that keeps the energetic vibe until past midnight.

Accessible by a private elevator, Popinjays is a stunning restaurant and bar that makes it worth trudging up Cotton Tree Drive to reach The Murray. It's an absolute stunner, encased in floor-to-ceiling windows with a wraparound terrace that looks out in all directions to surrounding high-rises like the HSBC Building and Bank of China Tower. Order from their wide selection of bird-themed cocktails and nibble on European bar bites.

Terrible Baby, headed by bar manager Axel Gonzalez, shakes up a selection of fun, creative cocktails and a varied selection of spirits. Aside from their drink offering, the bar also boasts a spacious outdoor terrace covered in an abundance of greenery that contrasts with the rigid surroundings of the Jordan neighbourhood, and a Music Room where you can occasionally catch comedy shows and various live entertainment. Head here if you're looking for that sweet escape above ground.  

Sevva is an incredible space with a 360-degree balcony that offers sweeping views of the skyscrapers in Central and Admiralty, the harbour, and the opposing Kowloon skyline.  Enjoy a sundowner and take your pick from the bar’s list of fine wines and classic cocktails. The furnishings, meanwhile, look as though they came straight out of a magazine and demand appreciation for their chic style and effortless elegance.

Sugar is a spacious cocktail bar located on the 32nd floor of the Tai Koo business hotel East Hong Kong. The place is one of the best spots in the area to catch the sweeping views of the Victoria Harbour, which is amazing during sunset, especially if you’re enjoying a drink in hand. Order anything from their sundowners menu offering quality drinks at affordable prices, or sip on creative cocktails inspired by the venue’s decade-long history. 

Eyebar is a contender for one of the best vantage points in Hong Kong. Perched high above the hustle and bustle of Nathan Road, the bar's terrace is a perfect spot to catch unobstructed views of Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong Island. Come here in the afternoons, sip on cold beers or any of the bar's signature cocktails and watch Hong Kong turn from day to night.