The Caribbean Sea and Shanghai skyline are brilliant on their own, but a drink in hand and good company transform these panoramas into magical experiences. Discover some of the best views from which to say “cheers” — whether at sea-level or 118 stories high.
Grand Cayman
Seven Mile Beach is consistently heralded as one of the Caribbean’s best beaches. So how better to appreciate the view than with a classic beach cocktail at Bar Jack at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman? We’d suggest Grand Cayman’s smoothest piña colada or a Cayman Royale: a Moët & Chandon Champagne duet with strawberry purée and Cointreau.
Bask in the Royal Treatment on Seven Mile BeachMoscow
Situated on Moscow’s busiest thoroughfare, O2 Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton, Moscow boasts a panoramic view of the Red Square and Cathedral of Christ the Savior. And while the glass-domed, rooftop lounge itself is an architectural delight, the terrace may be the best spot in Moscow to admire the city — with a premium Russian vodka in hand, of course.
Revel in the Views from the Russian Capital's Best TerraceChicago
Visit the Rooftop at Torali for sky-high views of Magnificent Mile. The understated modern lounge at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago offers a secluded respite from the city bustle, complete with handcrafted cocktails and Italian-inspired bites.
Experience the Magnificent Mile from AboveHong Kong
At Ozone at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, floor-to-ceiling windows dazzle with scenes of sparkling skyscrapers and Victoria Harbour — 118 floors up. Order the Green Village, which combines gin-infused sugar peas with jasmine tea syrup, lime, bitters and egg white for a heavenly experience.
Marvel at Hong Kong from the World’s Highest BarShanghai
Climb 58 floors to Flair, Shanghai's highest rooftop bar topping the Art Deco-inspired tower of The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong. Daybed-style seating makes the dizzyingly expansive views of Huangpu River even more restorative.
Discover Art Deco on the Huangpu RiverSouthern California
Farm- and ocean-to-table dining is at the forefront of Cast & Plow, a marina-side culinary experience. And while you won’t find any sustainable seafood in your Rose Gold Martini — a mix of Belvedere vodka, fresh lemon juice and rose water — you’re likely to see the day’s catch coming in through the harbor at The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey lounge.
Enjoy Dockside Drinks at SunsetLake Tahoe
From the snowy scenes of winter to the lush greens of summer, appreciate the Sierra Nevadas all year long at the Highlands Bar at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe. Seasonal cocktails shine at the lux lodge, but guests truly come for the liberal views of Lake Tahoe, visible from every stool and seat in the lounge.
Soak In the Sweeping Views of the SierrasVienna
Avoid the tourists but still see Vienna’s best at Atmosphere, the Rooftop Bar at The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna. The eighth-floor terrace showcases the city day and night, with a host of champagne cocktails, tonics, spritzes and more. The Classic One pairs rum with lime and rosemary, while the Sweet One mixes gin, apple, elderflower, lemon and thyme.
Discover a New View of Vienna