View Bangkok Rooftop Bar: Hidden Gem at Central Bangkok

There are a lot of rooftop bars in Bangkok. However, one that should be under your radar is View Bangkok Rooftop Bar.

(c) WIM in Thailand | Fancy a nightcap?

(c) WIM in Thailand | Fancy a nightcap?

View Central Bangkok from above

View Bangkok Rooftop Bar is located on the 9th floor of Novotel Bangkok Platinum, a five-star hotel in Bangkok in the heart of the city.

(c) WIM in Thailand | Great city view of the busy Central Bangkok

(c) WIM in Thailand | Great city view of the busy Central Bangkok

With such a central location, you can see the beautiful and busy metropolis breathed to life by all the people—locals and tourists—as they go about their day-to-day lives.

It is conveniently located near several landmarks such as Central World, Siam Complex, Lumpini Park, Platinum Shopping Mall, the newly-opened Pathumwananurak Park, and more, thus explaining the high foot traffic.

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Tropical paradise in the city

(c) WIM in Thailand | Relaxed ambiance at View Bangkok Rooftop Bar

(c) WIM in Thailand | Relaxed ambiance at View Bangkok Rooftop Bar

The atmosphere of View Bangkok Rooftop Bar is very relaxed. The decor is inspired by the tropics with touches of nature visible in almost every corner.

The idea is to give people a chance to unwind even in Bangkok. You don’t need to go out of town to take a break—all you need are stunning scenery and good food and drinks!

Enjoy good food + drinks at View Bangkok Rooftop Bar

The best rooftop bars in Bangkok can be expensive, but not here. You can expect refreshing concoctions and revel in savory bites at decent prices.

(c) WIM in Thailand | Friendly bartenders at View Bangkok Rooftop Bar!

(c) WIM in Thailand | Friendly bartenders at View Bangkok Rooftop Bar!

They have a good and worthy Happy Hour promotion from 4-6 pm daily. It’s a buy one, get one free deal (applicable to beers and cocktails—perfect to bring your best mate or date after work. It’s a bonus that you’ll get to appreciate the Bangkok sunset from here, as well.

(c) WIM in Thailand | Happy Hour promotion 4-6 PM daily

(c) WIM in Thailand | Happy Hour promotion 4-6 pm daily

Pair it with delicious food! You can order small bites such as the Fresh Oyster, Hummus with Pita Bread, Salmon Avocado Tartar, and more.

You can have an early dinner, too, and try their Pizza, Mezze Platter, Pan-Fried Hokkaido Scallops—all ideal for sharing.

(c) WIM in Thailand | Delicious comfort food for sharing

(c) WIM in Thailand | Delicious comfort food for sharing

With all these coming beautifully together, what else can you ask for? Try this hidden gem in Bangkok, and you’ll have a newfound appreciation for the Land of Smiles.

💡 Since you made it this far in the article, here’s a pro-tip: You can contact View Bangkok Rooftop Bar for early New Year’s Eve table reservations. As you may or may not now, NYE in Bangkok gets booked unbelievably fast. Here, you’ll be close to the fireworks set-up by Central World. You’re welcome!


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