5 to Try: Rooftop Bars

by Erin Chambers - Citysearch Editor - 9,287 Reviews - 164 Lists

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Updated: November 15, 2008

Some light it up with firepits, others keep it loungy with cabanas, and the W even brings in heated sand. But one thing all of San Diego's rooftop watering holes have in common: They all boast take-your-breath-away views. Cheers to living the outdoor life.

5 to Try: San Diego's Top Rooftops

  1. 1 2 Star Rating: Below Average Eden at the Ivy Hotel
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    630 F Street, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

    The Ivy Hotel's expansive rooftop sun deck doubles as a swanky lounge in the evenings with VIP cabanas and bottle service.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Lounge Six
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    616 J St 4th Fl, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

    This poolside hot spot on the roof of Hotel Solamar defines urban oasis in a Gaslamp boutique hotel.

  3. 3 3.5 Star Rating: Average ALTITUDE Sky Lounge
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    660 K St, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

    Join the young and fabulous at one of Gaslamp's loftiest hot spots, an open-air bar 22 stories above San Diego on the roof the Gaslamp Marriott.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended W Hotels-San Diego
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    421 West B St, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

    The W's trendy rooftop bar brings the beach--sand and all--into the heart of downtown.

  5. 5 4 Star Rating: Recommended Stingaree
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    454 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

    Rub elbows with celebs and local sports stars on the exclusive rooftop patio, or head downstairs to groove to one of the top DJs spinning in the lounge.