“Rooftop views > resolutions.”
the hip life asia
Alas, 2026 is around the corner.
When it comes to a New Year’s Eve countdown, there is no more difficult decision to make than the choice of venue for the best view. And if you plan on taking on Dry January, a 31-day initiative that encourages people to start the year with an alcohol fast to reset the body and mind, let’s make the last tipple count, right? To ease your mind, we’ve gathered a list of the top rooftop bars in Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia and Hong Kong for a satisfying swig with the best views of New Year’s fireworks. Best believe you’ll enter 2026 feeling on top of the world.
THAILAND
MAI The Sky Bar
Address: Charoen Prathet Rd, Chang Khlan Sub-district, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Located on the 22nd floor, MAI The Sky Bar offers a panoramic view of the city and the Ping River. Join in on the revelry at their New Year’s Eve Countdown Party where live bands, DJs and expertly crafted cocktails set the tone for your 2025 farewell. This year, the theme is ’Neon Blast’, so don your best fluorescent outfits and ring in the new year in style. A photogenic highlight would be a glass bridge connecting the two bars.
Note: Although the venue is fully booked, don’t miss out on next year’s countdown. Mark your calendars!
The Giant Swing Pool Bar
Address: 1472 Sukhumvit Rd, Phra Khanong, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Live out your main character moment as we usher in the new year at The Giant Swing Pool Bar, perched atop INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok hotel. Situated alongside a glass-encased infinity pool, the outstanding installation was inspired by Bangkok’s Brahman structure (Sao Chingcha). The open-air pool bar serves Mediterranean, Thai and international snacks as well as dishes like INNSiDE’s Burger and cool beverages including imaginative cocktails. Watch the midnight illuminations alongside live music from DJs and percussionists. We just know the photos from the night would make a standout first (photo) dump of the year.
Yítóng Sky Bar
Address: Melia Pattaya Hotel, 370 Moo 9 Nongprue Pattaya City, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
If braving the crowds and jostling for a space to catch the fireworks sounds like a chore, snag a table at Yítóng Sky Bar for a refined dining and countdown experience. Since opening its doors in February, Meliá Pattaya Hotel has been all the buzz for its promotion on health and sustainability through the Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine. Gourmet canapes, free-flow house wine, local beer and a midnight flute of sparkling wine are on offer, paired with sweeping views of the Gulf of Thailand.
SINGAPORE
Spago Bar & Lounge
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Hotel, Tower 2 Level 57, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018956
Cool, calm, collected is what makes Spago Bar & Lounge at Marina Bay Sands. Step into its elegant, amiable space reminiscent of a colonial-style home with panoramic views of the city and Gardens by the Bay for an opulent New Year’s Eve. Our special mention on the menu would be the Chicken “Laksa” Spring Rolls, which is a fun playful twist on the classic laksa flavour in snack form. As for beverages, consider Peace on Earth, a cheery blend of tropical rum punch, orgeat, coconut and passion fruit.
The Mirabilis Bar @ Mount Faber Peak
Address: 109 Mount Faber Rd, Singapore 099202
As the name suggests, floral influences are everywhere at The Mirabilis Bar, from the two standout installations towering over the bar to their signature cocktails. This award-winning rooftop bar is the perfect spot for a bevvy with the squad as you welcome the new year. Menu highlights include Flor de Saúco (Elderberry) or The Mirabilis, if you’re looking for something more spirituous. Too far up? Lucky for you, the bar is giving out complimentary one-way cable car rides to Mount Faber Peak when you book a table!
Las Palmas Rooftop Bar
Address: 99 Irrawaddy Rd, Level 33 Courtyard Marriott Singapore, Singapore 329568
This newly-refurbished 1960s Palm Spring-inspired bar is a vibrant ‘poolside paradise’ where traditional Western favourites meet an Asian twist on the menu. Perched on the 33rd floor of Courtyard by Marriott Singapore Novena, the setting is creative, colourful and contemporary. Indulge in a Bamba Paloma—grapefruit, maraschino, rock melon and mezcal fat washed with olive oil; or go for a refreshing Tokyo Cowboy—shochu and gin with hints of almond and a smooth foam—to welcome the new year.
VIETNAM
The View Rooftop Bar
Address: On the 9th floor of Duc Vuong Hotel, 195 Bùi Viện, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam
Despite being modestly located on the 9th floor of Duc Vuong Hotel, The View Rooftop Bar still plays host to many guests, thanks to its affordable prices and charming ambiance. Here, you can enjoy the pyrotechnics against a backdrop of scenic vistas over Ho Chi Minh City. Whether you’re perched at the bar or sat at a table under the warmly-lit lanterns, you’re in for a good time.
Chill Skybar & Dining
Address: AB Tower, 76A Lê Lai, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam
If you’re expecting a party, Chill Skybar is pulling all the stops to ensure that. From a lighting and laser show to champagne shower and dance performance, headline DJs and MCs are here to make sure your 2026 starts with a bang. To amp up the exclusivity, the bar has curated a potation menu only available on New Year’s Eve. Tickets are 1.5m VND nett per guest, inclusive of 1 glass of Taittinger Nocturne Champagne. So bring the crew and catch the fireworks over Saigon skyline.
ROOTY BAR
Address: 4-6-8 Hồ Huấn Nghiệp, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam
There’s loads to adore about ROOTY BAR: from its cave-like interior that feels like a well-kept secret, to a 24-meter infinity pool surrounded by lush greenery. Located on the 15th floor of The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel, this place is dressed head-to-toe in iron, giving off a rustic elegance and chic industrial feel. A special DJ performance from 10pm to 12am accompanies the wait to usher in the new year on a high note. Free-flow packages are at 1,950,000++ VND per pax.
HONG KONG
Popinjays
Address: Rooftop, 22 Cotton Tree Dr, Central, Hong Kong
This rooftop restaurant and bar at The Murray Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel, takes its name from the cockatoos that reside along the neighbouring Garden Road, in Hong Kong Park and in the Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens. This New Year’s Eve, the theme at Popinjays is White Party (‘dress code: any WHITE accessories’). Expect authentic Italian dishes, crafted with the finest ingredients and a world-class selection of classic cocktails, specialty spirits and enticing bar snacks to be washed down alongside.
OZONE | The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong
Address: International Commerce Centre (ICC), 118/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, 1 Austin Rd W, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Next, of course, is Ozone at The Ritz-Carlton—aka the tallest rooftop bar in the world. This New Year’s Eve, OZONE sets the bar high with a theme inspired by the dazzling world of 70s glamour and disco extravagance. With three live DJs, stage performances and premium Champagne, spend your countdown atop the clouds, accompanied by the expansive nightscape of Victoria Harbour and small plates with inventive cocktails like The Secret Garden or their festive cocktail that is a spirited blend of spiced rum & berries.
KABOOM
Address: 20/F, Prince Tower, 12A Peking Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Located at the top of the Prince Tower in Tsim Sha Tsui, KABOOM is a modern rooftop lounge offering a wide selection of Southeast Asian fusion cuisine. Decked in natural bamboo with rattan chairs, wooden tables and palm roofs, this spacious oasis features panoramic views over Victoria Harbour. Highlights on the menu include the Grilled 1855 Prime Rib Eye Steak and Thai Style Beef Tartare with Bone Marrow. The vibes? Immaculate. The flavours? As explosive as the name.
CAMBODIA
HighGround Sky Bar
Address: Amass Tower, Street. 63, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Instead of travelling from restaurant to bar, why not spend the rest of your evening at one spot? At HighGround Sky Bar is where the champagne keeps flowing and the music never stops. The $79 entrance fee is fully redeemable as credit toward your food and drinks. Book now and arrive before 7pm to snag a good view of the Phnom Penh city skyline!
Sora at the Rosewood Phnom Penh
Address: Vattanac Capital Mall 66 Level 37, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Sophisticated, stylish and scenic, this 37th-floor showstopper is located inside the Vattanac Capital building. Sora, meaning ‘sky’ in Japanese, blends a luxury cocktail experience grounded in everyday sustainability. Here, you’ll find a curated cocktail lineup featuring Cambodian ingredients with a mix of Japanese mythology—making an unforgettable toast to the New Year above the city lights.
Above Eleven Phnom Penh
Address: Pasteur, 51 corner street 294, Phnom Penh 120102, Cambodia
Situated on the 28th & 29th floors of Novotel Phnom Penh BKK 1, Above Eleven offers a memorable countdown with breathtaking views of the city and the Mekong River. But the view isn’t this bar’s only highlight—expect a special Peruvian New Year’s Eve celebration, filled with Peru’s iconic traditions (rituals, music, décor, food, drinks, and storytelling). With the New Year Set Menu and Countdown Package priced at $90++ and $50++ respectively, the pair together costs $130++.
Let the Countdown Begin
As the clock approaches 12 and the city lights sparkle below, these rooftop bars offer more than a great view, they promise an unforgettable way to welcome the New Year. (Also, starting the new year at ground level just won’t do.)
Well, wherever you choose to raise your glass, may it be surrounded by good company and good food, filled with moments that will carry into the years ahead. Here’s to new beginnings!
“Trust us: these rooftop bars will take your New Year’s Eve celebration to new heights.”
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