New York City is famous for both its beautiful skyline as well as its bustling nightlife. Pair these two together and you’ve got the best rooftop bars in the city. There is no better way to spend your beautiful summer nights than by embracing the Manhattan skyline while sipping cocktails with your girlfriends. Urbanette has your complete guide to New York Cities most luxurious and fabulous rooftop bars.

STK Rooftop Bar, 26 Little w 12th St

This trendy nighttime spot doubles as both a high-end steak house as well as a bustling nightclub in the heart of the meatpacking district. Fill up on delicious appetizers and hearty steaks, before engaging in the nightlife scene. This rooftop bar has an amazing view of the Hudson river as well as the new highline.

Jimmy, 15 Thompson Street

This intimate rooftop bar is located at the James Hotel in Soho. This setting is deliberately kept small with a cap at around 70 people so get there early. This hot spot has amazing cocktails and an outdoor pool, which makes it great for hot summer nights.

Hotel Chantelle, 92 Ludlow Street

This rooftop hotspot attracts attractive and fun individuals looking for a good time. This hotel has a good reputation for being a trendy hotspot. The bar is attached to a restaurant that serves chic french food and cocktails. In case of rain, this rooftop bar also has a downstairs club called SGT.

The Delancey, 168 Delancey St

This lower east side hotspot has become a summer destination for many Manhattan residents. This rooftop bar is laid back and tropical with its potted palm trees and fountains, which contributes to its relaxing nature. This bar is a laid-back music hotspot with friendly bartenders and affordable drinks and food.

Upstairs at the Kimberly Hotel, 145 East 50th Street

Rain or shine, this fabulous hotel offers an amazing view of midtown. This rooftop bar has a retractable roof and a heated floor that still allows for a good time regardless of the weather outside. Although the view is beautiful, the drinks can become a little pricey so be prepared.

PhD at Dream Downtown, 355 West 16th Street

This hotspot offers a great view of downtown Manhattan and tasty cocktails to sip on all night long. This venue has drawn in a pretty impressive celebrity clientele and offers a beach with real sand as well as a pool.

The Watering Tower, 160 North 12th Street, Brooklyn

This Brooklyn hotspot is located in the Williamsburg hotel. This locale allows for clientele to get out of Manhattan but they can still enjoy the amazing New York skyline. This venue offers an indoor pool and delicious cocktails.

Glass Bar, 127 West 28th Street

This bar is located within the Hotel Indigo in Chelsea. This venue is completely enclosed in glass, which allows for a complete view of the surrounding areas. This glass enclosure also offers a waterproof covering which allows for patrons to visit regardless of the weather. Despite of the view, the food and the drinks are very good as well.

Gansevoort Park Rooftop, 420 Park Avenue South

This venue provides both an exciting as well as low-key atmosphere. The great music gets you off your feet and dancing while there are plenty of lounge areas for more low key moments. There may be a long line to get into he bar, but once you are inside you will know that it was worth the wait.