NYC Rooftops That Stay Hot All Year Long

New York’s rooftop season doesn’t actually end—it just gets better dressed. The smartest rooftops have figured out how to keep the energy going year-round with enclosed, climate-controlled spaces, winterized terraces, and menus that lean into comfort without losing the “I’m still out” thrill. If you’re putting together a rooftop roundup for now or for when the weather warms up, these five classics deserve a spot on your list, each bringing its own version of skyline-driven escapism.

For Midtown’s most cinematic vantage point, St. Cloud Rooftop at The Knickerbocker sits above Times Square with a wrap-around terrace, stylish indoor-outdoor seating, and living garden walls that soften the city’s neon pulse into something surprisingly elevated. Open daily from 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm, it’s built for craft cocktails—especially the martini—and shareable bites that let you linger longer than you planned, which is the entire point of a rooftop in winter.

If you want your rooftop to double as a full night out, RT60 Rooftop Bar & Lounge at Hard Rock Hotel New York turns the 34th floor into an all-season party with two outdoor terraces and views stretching north and south. Winterized for colder months, it’s the kind of place where you can come for a “quick cocktail” and end up staying for the live music, DJs, and late-night momentum. The drinks list leans playful—think the White Peach Sangria and the Mint Condition—paired with upgraded bar bites like Jenga Steak Fries, Chorizo & Spinach Croquettes, and Tuna Tartare.

Downtown, the Gansevoort Rooftop at Gansevoort Meatpacking is the “oasis above it all” option, with wraparound views of the Manhattan skyline and the Hudson River, plus greenery—bromeliads and palms—that makes the terrace feel transportive even when it’s freezing outside. Operable walls convert the space into an all-season retreat, while the menu evolves with locally sourced ingredients, ranging from indulgent A5 Kagoshima Steak Frites to a curated selection of makimono and nigiri designed to match the cocktail program.

And for a rooftop that leans fully into nightlife, PHD Rooftop at Dream Downtown in Chelsea delivers a high-design, high-energy lounge on the 12th floor, complete with Italian Portoro marble, Macassar ebony, nickel-finished walls, and amber Venini glass chandeliers. It’s open year-round with two full-service bars, shareable bites, bespoke cocktails, bottle service options, and live DJs that keep the atmosphere electric—plus those uninterrupted Hudson River and Empire State Building views that never stop being a flex.

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