The 10 Best Rooftop Bars in Madrid, Spain

Do you feel like having a drink with a view? Look no more, because Madrid has every kind of option for you.

While you’re visiting Madrid and enjoying its many attractions, you should remember to check out its delightful array of sleek and luxurious rooftop bars. They’re famous for a reason: beautiful views, incredible music, tantalizing drinks, and interesting people are all around! Not to mention that several of the city’s rooftops have swimming pools, where you can spend hours on end swimming and lounging during the summertime.

Recent years have also seen a boom in Madrid’s nightlife scene, meaning that nowadays it’s possible to find a great rooftop bar in pretty much every corner of the city.

Tip: considering that the happy hour in Madrid generally begins at around 5 or 6 pm, remember to try to arrive early if you want to grab a table (they fly quite fast!).

If you’re ready for a drink (or more), with a stunning view of the Spanish capital, read on to discover the 10 best rooftop bars in Madrid!

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360º Terraza and Sky Bar

The Hotel Riu Plaza de España has one of the most spectacular roof terraces in Madrid, with exceptional 360° views (or vistas, as they say in Spain) of the entire city.

The sky bar spreads over more than 500 m2, and it’s the perfect place to enjoy your evening. With its two bars and several tables with sofas and armchairs, as well as bar stools and high tables, the rooftop terrace offers stunning views over the Plaza de España, the Royal Palace, Casa de Campo, Gran Via, the skyscrapers of Azca, and the Sierra de Madrid hills.

The bar, called De Madrid Al Cielo, is located on the 26th floor, (the 360° roof terrace is on the 27th floor) and it offers a wide variety of drinks and tapas. There is also an original 4.5-meter-long glass walkway linking the two rooftop areas, offering the dizzying sensation that you’re walking 100 meters up in the air with nothing beneath your feet. To access the roof terrace, there is a high-speed lift at street level, which you can access without entering the hotel lobby.

Access fee: €5 from Monday to Friday, 11 am-5 pm, €10 from 5 pm to 11 pm, and €10 all day on weekends and public holidays.

Casa Suecia

Casa Suecia first opened its doors in Madrid in 1956. It’s at the heart and soul of the Swedish community and since the beginning, it has been a meeting point for intellectuals in the city.

Located on the eleventh floor of NH Collection Madrid Suecia, this rooftop is one of the most exclusive sky bars in the city. It has two stories that offer the most spectacular views of Madrid, as well as a wide variety of cocktails and other drinks, and a stylish décor.

It’s one of the capital’s most emblematic buildings, a particular favorite of Swedish royal visits, and the place where writers like Cortázar, Sábato, or Hemingway decided to spend time back in the days.

Access: it’s open every day from 12:30 pm to closing.

Hotel Exe Moncloa

Nestled on the upper floor of Hotel Exe Moncloa, this warm and modern terrace offers beautiful views of the city.

Check out the menu of the terrace, and you will find a large variety of drinks and cocktails as well as succulent snacks (savory and sweet) that will help you stay hydrated. Enjoy your fresh drink while contemplating the beautiful sunset in Madrid.

Access: From 11 am to 7 pm. The terrace and the swimming pool open seasonally from the middle of June to the start of October. The swimming pool located on the terrace is for the exclusive use of guests.

Rooftop Terrace Jardines de Sabatini

Offering an astonishing view of the Royal Palace, Plaza de España skyline, and the Egyptian Temple of Debod, the Terrace of Sabatini not only is one of the best rooftops in Madrid, but also it is an ideal venue to celebrate a corporate event or private party.

Located right in the center of Madrid, this sky bar boasts a fancy décor and friendly staff, and it’s the ultimate place for watching the most breathtaking sunsets while enjoying refreshing cocktails and drinks at the chill-out area (from May to September).

Access: it only opens on the weekends, from 12 pm to 11 pm on Saturdays, and 12 pm to 9 pm on Sundays.

Ático 11 at Hotel de las Letras

Located on the seventh floor of the Hotel de Las Letras, the Ático 11 terrace has been designed as an innovative space for the “beautiful people” of the city. Decorated with wood, methacrylate mini bars, a chill-out area, and a luxury beach bar, the bar features the latest generation speaker system that prevents echoes and provides a high-quality soundtrack to the entire terrace.

The Mediterranean-style menu includes salads, tartar, tapas, and delicious Iberian hams, aside from an exclusive selection of drinks and cocktails. On Friday and Saturday nights, they have vibrant DJ sessions.

Access: Open from 18:00 to 02:00 during the summer season.

El Círculo de Bellas Artes

The rooftop of the Círculo de Bellas Artes has one of the best and most spectacular views of Madrid and offers visitors an unparalleled perspective of the city’s urban landscape. To access the roof terrace, you have to take the elevator, and purchase tickets at the reception of the building.

From the rooftop, you can indulge in the most showstopping 360º views of Madrid, and even the Sierra de Guadarrama to the north, and the Cerro de Los Ángeles to the south.

Access: Monday to Thursday: 12 pm – 1 am, Friday and Saturday: 10 am – 2 am, and Sundays: 10 am – 1 am. €5 every day.

Nice To Meet You at Dear Hotel Madrid

Located on the 14th floor of Dear Hotel, the Nice To Meet You rooftop rewards visitors with superb sunsets and gorgeous views over the Royal Palace, Plaza de España, Gran Vía, and Casa de Campo park.

Aside from stunning city views, this trendy rooftop bar features contemporary and cosmopolitan dishes, a sophisticated atmosphere, fresh cocktails, and thrilling DJ sets on weekends.

Nice To Meet You is a unique space, ideal for exclusive events, a sunny lunch, a romantic dinner, a cocktail in the afternoon, or simply a pleasant time with friends.

Access: you can make reservations at the restaurant or terrace, but they are only for dinners or meals during kitchen hours with the current prevention health limitations. The tables and sofas for the Bar & Roof Top Lounge service cannot be reserved, so arrive early!

Radio Rooftop Bar at ME Hotel Madrid

A place where you can truly experience Madrid’s bustling nightlife, the Radio Rooftop Bar is a unique spot where you’ll get to enjoy signature cocktails while listening to some incredible music.

The lounge, club, bar, and restaurant are located at the rooftop of ME Madrid Hotel, in the very heart of the city. It’s an urban oasis featuring high-end quality food, exquisite drinks, panoramic views, and a cutting-edge music selection. A social hotspot, where music, culture, fashion, and gastronomy meet to create a magical experience.

Access: Mondays to Tuesdays is closed, Wednesday: 5 pm to 12 am, Thursday – closed, Fridays and Saturdays: 5 pm to 1 am, and Sundays: From 5 pm to 11 pm.

El Viajero

Located in a three-story mansion dating back to the end of the 19th century, El Viajero is one of the most special and charismatic places in Madrid. In there, you can treat yourself to some showstopping views of Plaza de la Cebada de Madrid, where it’s located, and the Basilica of San Francisco el Grande while either having dinner or having a drink lobby bar.

El Viajero is the perfect spot for Sundays in Madrid. So, after strolling around the city head over to the rooftop for a housemade mojito while watching the sunset.

Access: Friday: 12 pm to 2 am, Saturday: 10:30 am to 2 am, Sunday: 10:30 am to 2 am, Monday: closed, Tuesday: 1 pm to 1 am, Wednesday: 12 pm to 2 am, Thursday: 12 pm to 2 am.

Terraza Cibeles

The Palacio de Cibeles is a unique building located in the iconic Madrid City Hall. And it also has one of the most important attractions in the capital: the Cibeles Terrace, which is located on the palace’s sixth floor.

The views offered by the roof of the palace include the great symbol of Madrid, the Goddess Cibeles, and its majestic fountain.

While at Terraza Cibeles, be sure to enjoy their famous gin & tonic or simply a cup of coffee. The rooftop’s extensive menu of drinks and appetizers make the experience a must if you come to visit Madrid.

Access: every day from 1 pm to 2 am.

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