Just because it's winter doesn't mean you have to stop drinking and swimming on rooftops. Pier One Sydney Harbour’s Igloos on the Pier are back and they've got a suite of options to up your winter drinking game. Available from until August 31, you can book into a series of igloos with your mates, and sip Champagne from the insulated surrounds, all while overlooking the harbour.
There's a few ways to book in... First up is the ultra bougie hot tub igloo – you'll get to sink into your own private hot tub, with access to a full cocktail menu and snacks. You'll also get decked out with large fluffy robes, slippers and a change room. You'll need to drop $150 on food and drinks in one hour; or $300 for three hours.
If you don't want to take a dip, or you perhaps just want to take in the Vivid lights, you can book into one of the four 'traditional' igloos along the Pier for groups of between six to fifteen people. Minimum spend depends on the size of the igloo and how many guests you have, starting at $400 for six to ten people.
Photograph: Jacquie Manning
Finally the most luxe (and exxy) way to nab a 'gloo is by booking into Pier One Sydney Harbour's Balcony Suite 216. You'll enjoy access to your very own private igloo situated on the oversized balcony that juts out over the water. You can invite up to 10 friends to snuggle in, and the room will set you back $984 and includes a magnum of G.H.Mumm Champagne.
Bookings are essential and can be made through Pier One Sydney Harbour.
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