Happy Summer at Lounge 5 Rooftop

Summer has come and with it, the good weather, blue sky & sunshine. Well, not really... The first weekend of July was rainy and cloudy, but fortunately warm…

Anyway, at this time of the year I like to enjoy picnics, reading in parks, tanning on the banks of the River Arve and chilling out on terraces! Seriously, I am fond of a beautiful spot, good cocktails and a spectacular view when I’m in the city!

This is what we were looking for when we went to the “Lounge 5” rooftop bar at the Hôtel Métropole. Opened four years ago, one can sip champagne and cocktails and order à la carte finger food on the rooftop of this five-star hotel, while admiring some of the most beautiful Genevan sights, such as the Lac Léman, The Jet d’Eau, the Salève and the Jura.

The exterior of the Hôtel Métropole.

The interior of the Hôtel Métropole: Hall, the Gusto Restaurant and The Mirror Bar

As we arrived before the Lounge 5 rooftop opens, we took a seat at the counter of the Mirror Bar and ordered exquisite cocktails.

I choose the Porn Star Martini (vanilla syrup, passion fruit purée, vodka and a shot of sparkling champagne on the side)

Here is how a Porn Star Martini is made…

Passion Fruit/Vodka and shot of sparkling champagne: the perfect harmony.

Sweetheart had the classic and Dark and Stormy (known also as Tormenta Negra: rum, lime juice, ginger beer)

After a really pleasant moment at The Mirror Bar, we took the lift to the 5^th floor where the Lounge 5 rooftop is situated.

We both had a classic gin & tonic while admiring the amazing views of the city, which during the summer is crowded with visitors from all over the world.

From here, we have a spectacular view of the city.

Geneva landmark Jet d’Eau

Jardin Anglais

The colourful little boat we see is called a Mouette Genevoise (a sort of bus boat that navigates on Lake Geneva).

Old building on the Rue du Rhône

The other renowned monument, the Cathédrale Saint-Pierre in the old town.

So, if you have no plans for the weekend spoil yourself with a cocktail and tapas, DJ music and the views that this spot offers! It’s something incredible. A great moment is guaranteed either at the Mirror Bar or at the Lounge 5 (once a month they organise an event, if you fancy socialising...)

Lounge 5 (Hôtel Métropole)

Quai du Général Guisan 34

1204 Genève

Opening hours: Mon to Sun from 5pm to 1am

Tél: +4122 318 33 55

These are my genuine personal opinions and favourites, otherwise I would not have written about this place. As always with all my posts, this is not sponsored.