Thailand has no shortage of rooftop bars and we may have well uncovered some of the best. The Kingdom’s bar scene continues to push boundaries — blending architecture, atmosphere and destination-driven design with unforgettable views.

From a glass bridge hovering above Chiang Mai to a transparent infinity pool in Bangkok and a new sky bar overlooking the Gulf of Thailand, these elevated venues turn skyline drinking into a full sensory experience. Here are some of the best rooftop bars to visit on your next trip to Thailand.

Chiang Mai’s Highest Bar with a Glass Bridge

Rising above the city on the 22nd floor, MAI The Sky Bar at Meliá Chiang Mai offers a 360-degree panorama that stretches from the Ping River to the iconic Doi Suthep Temple. Designed across multiple rooftop terraces, the bar’s defining feature is a dramatic glass bridge connecting its highest seating areas, creating a floating-in-the-sky moment especially striking at sunset.

Glass balustrades frame sweeping views by day and glittering city lights by night, while live bands and DJs set the mood after dark. Drawing inspiration from Meliá’s Spanish roots, the menu focuses on tapas, pinchos and grazing boards, paired with imaginative cocktails inspired by Chiang Mai’s forests and mountains. Seasonal events and visiting-chef showcases further cement the bar as one of the city’s most dynamic rooftop destinations.

Bangkok’s Rooftop Bar with a Transparent Infinity Pool

At INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit, the Giant Swing Pool Bar commands the 34th floor alongside a transparent infinity pool that offers a rare visual spectacle. Beneath the pool, guests at the hotel’s 33rd-floor LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar can look up into the water above — a striking architectural twist unique to the city.

The open-air rooftop terrace channels an Ibiza-inspired energy, with sunbeds, panoramic skyline views and an all-day poolside menu blending Mediterranean, Thai and international flavours. By night, the space transforms into a lively rooftop extension with DJs, live percussion and weekly themed parties overlooking Bangkok’s illuminated skyline.

A New Pattaya Sky Bar with Gulf of Thailand Views

Perched on the 12th floor of the newly opened Meliá Pattaya Hotel, Yitong Sky Bar pairs sweeping ocean views with a wellness-forward cocktail and dining concept. Part of Yitong Chinese Restaurant & Sky Bar, the venue focuses on Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine rooted in balance and sustainability, with dishes designed for shared dining.

Signature cocktails incorporate traditional Chinese ingredients such as goji berries, ginseng and rosella tea, while the name “Yitong”, meaning “together”, reflects the bar’s emphasis on connection and community. High above Pattaya’s shoreline, the space offers a refined yet relaxed setting for sunset drinks and late-night gatherings.