LOU/NA
Home to Nashville’s tallest outdoor rooftop bar, a fifth-floor pool deck, and more, Grand Hyatt’s lou/na is the crown jewel of Nashville’s rooftops. Head to the twenty-fifth floor to enjoy a plate of fresh-chilled oysters and a cocktail with an incredible view. (Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, 615-622-1234; hyatt.com)
HAMPTON SOCIAL
Located just steps away from the hustle and bustle of Broadway and overlooking the Cumberland River, Hampton Social embodies what it means to ‘rosé all day.’ Head three floors up to the indoor-outdoor rooftop terrace, order a glass of pink and socialize with friends in chair swings and other comfortable lounge furniture. (Hampton Social, 201 1st Ave., S., Nashville, 615-622-7772; thehamptonsocial.com)
L.A. JACKSON
Enter the Thompson Hotel, take the elevator to the top floor and relish in the sights and sounds of the Gulch. This indoor-outdoor rooftop bar is the perfect spot to unwind with an after-work drink or celebrate a special occasion. Cheers! (Thompson Hotel, 401 11th Ave. S., 615-262-6007; lajacksonbar.com)
DENIM
Experience comfortable luxury, a menu composed of American and Italian favs, craft cocktails, a pool and an over-the-top plant wall sitting twenty-one floors above Music City at the Joseph’s rooftop digs: Denim. (The Joseph Hotel, 401 Korean Veterans Blvd., Nashville, 615-248-1990; thejosephnashville.com)
WHITE LIMOZEEN
This over-the-top, indoor-outdoor rooftop perched atop the Graduate Hotel is an iconic Nashville hot spot. The all pink, Dolly Parton-themed bar and restaurant offers skyline views, a poolside lounge with fuchsia-fringed daybeds, killer cocktails, and a menu complete with gussied up summertime bites. It’s truly an Instagrammable paradise. (101 20th Ave. N., 615-551-2700; graduatehotels.com)
VIRGIN HOTELS
With umbrella drinks and poolside hangs, the Pool Club on the fourteenth flour of the Virgin Hotel is exactly where you want to be. Beat the summer heat with a marg or kick back and relax with a mojito. Looking for us? We’re out of office. (1 Music Sq. W, Nashville, 615-667-8000; virginhotels.com)
ZEPPELIN
Step inside Zeppelin for an elevated experience. The out-of-this-world scene paired with top notch cuisine creates a vibe reminiscent of an LA hot spot...only better. The eclectic menu draws inspiration from West Coast dishes, and the impressive cocktail list designed to complement it creates an out-of-this-world experience. (505 3rd Ave. N., 629-236-0035; zeppelinnashville.com)
BOURBON STEAK
Located on the thirty-fourth floor of the JW Marriott Nashville, Bourbon Steak offers unparalleled views of Music City, plus an innovative menu complete with top-of-the-line steaks, shellfish platters, and market sides to match. (JW Marriott Nashville, 201 8th Ave. S., 629-208-8440; nashvillebourbonsteak.com)
THE BOBBY HOTEL
Take it to the deck. The rooftop at the Bobby is more than just your typical rooftop – Yes, it has a pool with cabanas and dining and drink options galore, but it also boasts a full size retrofitted 1956 Scenicruiser, an ideal spot to kick back with a cold one and have drinks under the stars. (230 4th Ave., N., Nashville, 615-782-7100; bobbyhotel.com)
L27 ROOFTOP LOUNGE
Unwind, sip, and savor twenty-seven floors above Nashville’s busting downtown. Sitting at the very top of Westin Nashville, L27 Rooftop creates the perfect escape from reality without ever leaving the city: breathtaking skyline views, a glass-enclosed infinity pool, outdoor daybeds and cabanas, plus creative cocktails await. (Westin Hotel, 807 Clark Pl., 629-800-5070; l27nashville.com)
Rare Bird
Perched atop Noelle, Rare Bird rooftop provides a spectacular bird's eye view of downtown Nashville. See unparalleled views of the Cumberland River, Nissan Stadium, the Batman building and more. Plus, cozy up fireside on cool summer nights while sipping creative cocktails and munching on shared plates like peel and eat shrimp and deviled eggs. (Noelle, 200 4th Ave. North, 615-649-5000; noelle-nashville.com)
Fairlane Hotel
The Fairlane decks out their penthouse each season with fun decor and creative cocktails. Hang out inside or take it outside for some pretty spectacular views of Downtown Nashville. Currently, the Penthouse has a floral pop-up bar. (401 Union St.,615-988-851; fairlanehotel.com)
The Twelve Thirty Club
It's always 12:30 somewhere. Take in the sights and sounds of Broadway from up above. Post dinner at the Twelve Thirty Club, make your way over to the rooftop for a nightcap and some of the best views Nashville has to offer. (550 Broadway, 629-236-0001; thetwelvethirtyclub.com)
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W Nashville
Take a staycation at the W Nashville and soak up the sun with stunning views and energetic beats. The Wet Deck features a 9,700-square-foot pool area complete with luxe cabanas and a poolside bar. Or, just take it to Proof, the hotel's lounge area which offers multiple ways to unwind as you enjoy an evening out in Music City. (300 12th Ave S., 615-379-9000; marriott.com)
