The Heights
Hotel rooftops have gone beyond hotel lobbies as the destination of choice for glamouristas who want to hang with their like-minded kinfolk,. If you can enjoy dazzling views with your cocktail-tini of choice, why not? Life is so divine...
Barcelona
The 4-Star Grand Hotel Central in Barcelona boasts the new rooftop Sky Bar. Shaded couches, lounges, an infinity pool, panoramic views of the historic Barrio Gotic and a bar and light menu from Michelin-starred chef Ramon Freixa's Avalon Restaurant & Café are all at your beck and call. Rates start at 190Euro/night.
Cannes
On the famed La Croisette, Palais Stephanie features the rooftop Panorama Bar with 360 views of the Bay of Cannes, the Lerins Islands and the Esterel Mountains. Cool off at this hotspot with a dip in the pool or a soak in the jacuzzi. Sip a cocktail on one of the outdoor sofas. .
Paris
The legendary Raphael hotel rooftop, “Les Jardins Plein Ciel” (“Full Garden in the Sky") has stunning views of the City of Light, the Eiffel Tower and other major landmarks. The rooftop garden is dotted with with teak tables framed by flowers, shrubs and fruit trees.
Mexico
Hacienda de San Antonio in Colima, Mexico is a former coffee plantation built in 1890. The Hacienda, on 5,000 acres in Mexico’s picturesque highlands, features the rooftop Mirador Terrace with spectacular views of the active, Volcano del Fuego.
Hotel Deals & Steals
Hollywood
The Elysian hotel is partnering with celebrity yoga instructor Mandy Ingber (Jennifer Aniston, Brooke Shields, Helen Hunt, etc.) to host a three-day/two-night Yoga Retreat Weekend, September 10 – 12, 2010. Two nights, an in-room welcome gift, Lululemon yoga mat, lunch, Q&A session with Ingber and 3 yoga sessions, among other perks, are yours for $1,445.
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The Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands’ first boutique cottage hotel, Cotton Tree, is offering a 30% discount to guests who book two-bedroom cottages in December and January but you must make your reservation before September 30th.
