When Shoreditch summer finally decides to show up (fashionably late, as always), we want rooftops. We want cocktails. We want that golden-hour smugness that only comes from sipping a perfectly chilled drink while towering above the chaos of London.
Good news: Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch and its West End sibling are here to deliver exactly that — not one, but two rooftops reopening for an iconic 2025 summer season.
Whether you’re east side edgy or west end classy, they’ve got the sky-high playground for you.
Upper 5th Shoreditch: Summer with a View (and a Vibe)
Perched atop the Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch, the Upper 5th rooftop bar is a warm-weather essential — a Shoreditch rooftop with just the right amount of “this could be a music video” energy.
Overlooking East London’s ever-evolving skyline, this rooftop isn’t just a terrace — it’s a mood. Think relaxed luxury, plush loungers, crisp cocktails and the occasional DJ spinning through golden hour. Open from 1pm till late, it’s built for sun-soaked afternoons and spontaneous after-dark sessions.
From classic spritzes to summer signatures, the drinks menu is designed for lingering. Add in shareable bites, panoramic views, and that unmistakable Shoreditch creativity, and you’ve got yourself the ultimate spot for unwinding in style.
Upper 5th Shoreditch doesn’t try too hard — and that’s exactly its charm.
📍Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch, 335–337 Old Street, London EC1V 9LL
Soho Sky Terrace: Where Classic Cool Meets the Clouds
Just across town, high above Great Marlborough Street, sits Soho Sky Terrace — a rooftop bar dripping in West End elegance. This is your go-to for pre-theatre cocktails, after-work escapism, or those lazy summer dates that turn into late-night storytelling over Old Fashioneds.
Serving sky-high glamour from 3pm daily, Soho Sky Terrace has nailed the art of balancing central London buzz with chilled sophistication. It’s hidden in plain sight — just steps from Carnaby and Oxford Street, yet somehow still feels like your secret escape.
Cocktail-wise, you’re in safe hands: Watermelon Martinis, Basil Smashes, and all the usual suspects come shaken and stirred to perfection. Pair them with elevated bar bites and you’ve got a rooftop that’s as versatile as your summer social calendar.
📍Courthouse Hotel Soho, 19–21 Great Marlborough Street, London W1F 7HL
Rooftops Built for Shoreditch Nights & Soho Days
What’s better than a rooftop bar? Two rooftop bars, obviously — each serving their own slice of London sky. Whether you’re catching a Shoreditch sunset or people-watching in Soho with a cocktail in hand, Courthouse Hotels have you sorted.
And let’s not forget: both rooftop venues welcome walk-ins, so there’s no need to panic-book two weeks in advance. This summer’s all about ease, atmosphere, and a little elevation.
So, whether you’re raising a glass over Old Street or kicking back above Carnaby, the Courthouse Hotel rooftops are your one-way ticket to peak summer living.