Rooftop bars Colombo

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7 best rooftop bars in Colombo [2021 update]

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Last updated: February 2nd, 2020

The city often called 'Southern Asias Las Vegas' offers some great nightlife, and what better way to experience it than on one of the best Colombo rooftop bars. But which is the best rooftop bar Colombo?

You'll find the answer right here, with the ultimate guide to the best roof terraces in the capital of Sri Lanka, offering views over both the ocean and the Twin Towers. Packed with all info you need about each rooftop: opening hours, dress code, pictures, maps and much more. Just scroll down and find the Colombo rooftop bar best suited for you.

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1.Botanik Rooftop Bistro & Bar
2.CÉ LA VI Colombo
3.Ward7 at Jetwing Colombo Seven
4.ON14 Rooftop Bar & Lounge
5.Vistas at Mövenpick Hotel Colombo
6.Cloud Café
7.Vu Resto-Bar

Rooftop bar Colombo Botanik Rooftop Bistro & Bar — 1

Botanik Rooftop Bistro & Bar

$$$ | 8th floor | Fort

Highlights

Handcrafted cocktails

Panoramic views

Fresh & trendy

Located on the 8th floor of the fabulous hotel Fairway Colombo, right in the commercial, tourist and historical hub called Colombo Fort, this rooftop bar and restaurant has both an indoor lounge and an outdoor terrace offering grand city views. This **chill and trendy place** offers fantastic cocktails made to perfection along with very fresh food, all in a warm and friendly enviroment. Perfect place for relaxing times, highlighted by the in-house DJs playing custom mix tapes.

Rooftop bar Colombo CÉ LA VI Colombo — 2

CÉ LA VI Colombo

$$$$ | 10th floor | Fort

Highlights

Re-branded

Modern Asian cusine

Live DJs nightly

Since of summer 2018, the rooftop at the luxurious The Kingsbury Hotel has transformed from Sky Lounge to CÉ LA VI Colombo. With CÈ LA VI's history of award-winning innovative Modern Asian cuisine and mixology, world-class music and grand views, this is definitely a great addition to the Colombo rooftop scene. **Both restaurant and lounge**, here you can enjoy an elevated dining experience where Modern Asian meets Japanese along with cocktails made to perfection by the very best mixologists. And live DJs every night from 5pm.

Rooftop bar Colombo Ward7 at Jetwing Colombo Seven — 3

Ward7 at Jetwing Colombo Seven

$$$ | 13th floor | Kurunduwatta

Highlights

Infinity pool

Panoramic views

Restobar

Named after its location on Ward Place, this rooftop restobar is perched on the top floor of hotel Jetwing Colombo Seven. One of the highest rooftops in Colombo and from the terrace you get a **spectacular panoramic view** over the city and its surroundings. With a relaxed and sophisticated atmosphere, and open throughout the day, this is a perfect spot for both daytime relaxation or a romantic cocktail in the evening. Make sure to try and time a sunset and you are in for a treat. Or even better, stay at the hotel and enjoy the absolutely amazing rooftop infinity pool.

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Rooftop bar Colombo ON14 Rooftop Bar & Lounge — 4

ON14 Rooftop Bar & Lounge

$$$ | 14th floor | Colombo 04

Highlights

Lounge & restaurant

Ocean views

Infinity pool

Set at the hotel OZO Colombo rooftop, right by the ocean, ON14 Rooftop Bar & Lounge offers **panoramic views over the water**, as well as over the Colombo skyline. This rooftop bar and lounge meets restaurant offers a contemporary setting, where you can enjoy a wide range of local and international cuisine, seasonal and creative signature cocktails, as well as all the 'regular' drinks. Visit for happy hour sunset cocktails or late night vibes with the inhouse DJ. Or even better, stay at the hotel and enjoy the amazing infinity rooftop pool.

Rooftop bar Colombo Vistas at Mövenpick Hotel Colombo — 5

Vistas at Mövenpick Hotel Colombo

$$$$ | 24th floor | Kollupitiya

Highlights

Trendy

Ocean views

Fantastic cocktails

This place often ranks as one of the **best and trendiest** rooftop venus in the whole city. A social meeting point where people gather to enjoy the beautiful view of the city and sea. And the sunset from here is something extra ordinary. The terrace is perched on the 24th floor giving it a fantastic overlook of all the elements, near and far. From the roof bar you can not only order fantastic signature cocktails, but also buy a whole bottle and get all the ingredients needed to mix your own drinks, or smoke your cocktail in a fusion shisha.

Rooftop bar Colombo Cloud Café — 6

Cloud Café

$$$ | 3rd floor | Kollupitiya

Highlights

Signature cocktails

Live music

Great ambience

At the third floor of the boutique Colombo Court Hotel & Spa, right in the heart of the city, you find Cloud Café, **a large roof terrace** perfect for some cocktails under the stars. The rooftop comes with a chill-out vibe and a friendly service, so a great place for a relaxing night out with friends or family. Enjoy a wide selection of finger food, fresh cocktails, live music every Friday and rooftop cinema at special occasions.

Rooftop bar Colombo Vu Resto-Bar — 7

Vu Resto-Bar

$$$ | 5th floor | Kirulapone

Highlights

360-view

Relaxed atmosphere

Famous for its **relaxed atmosphere**, city views and tasty bar food. Especially their ribs are known to be superb. Located in the Kirulapone area, a bit off the coastline, so unfortnunately you won’t get any ocean view from here. But the city view is specatacular among skyscrapers and neon lights. Choose between a wide selection of well made and classic cocktails along with a large food menu where you can find most of the bar classics. Very unpretentious and easy-going vibe, so a perfect rooftop bar for a relaxing after work.

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This guide was made by The Rooftop Guide, the world's leading experts on rooftop bars. With over 600 rooftops visited over the last two years, we keep you up to date in the ever growing universe of rooftop venues.

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Rooftop bars Colombo

7 best rooftop bars in Colombo [2021 update]

Made by the world's leading experts on rooftop bars

Botanik Rooftop Bistro & Bar

CÉ LA VI Colombo

Ward7 at Jetwing Colombo Seven

15% DISCOUNT on the entire Chimi Eyewear collection

ON14 Rooftop Bar & Lounge

Vistas at Mövenpick Hotel Colombo

Cloud Café