10 of the Tallest Hotels in the World

Hotels have come a long way since their humble beginnings as roadside inns in ancient Greece and Rome. Today, some hotels are taking things to a whole new level — quite literally — with buildings that soar hundreds of feet into the sky. If you like to wake up above the clouds, here are 10 of the tallest hotels in the world, each dedicated exclusively to accommodation. 

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10. Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara – Guadalajara, Mexico

Hotel height: 669 feet

Guadalajara’s tallest building, the five-star Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara, opened in 2011. Its contemporary design is marked by a sleek glass façade that reflects the changing colors of the sky. Inside are more than 550 guest rooms and suites over 44 floors — including the 1,300-square-foot presidential suite with a private terrace. The hotel also features six bars and restaurants, including the popular 360° Rooftop Bar with panoramic views of the city. Additional amenities include an outdoor freshwater swimming pool and a fitness center. 

9. Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center – Detroit, Michigan

Hotel height: 727 feet

Rising above the riverfront in downtown Detroit is the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center, the tallest building in Detroit and part of a seven-tower, mixed-use complex. When inaugurated in 1977, the 73-floor hotel was also the world’s tallest hotel. It has 1,298 guest rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the city and Detroit River. There are three dining options and a fitness center, located on the 40th floor. Another striking aspect of the hotel is the eight-story atrium, featuring a glass roof and balconies. 

8. Swissôtel The Stamford – Singapore

Hotel height: 741 feet

Built in 1986, Swissôtel The Stamford was also once the world’s tallest hotel. Situated in the Downtown Core, the hotel, with its cylindrical tower, remains one of the most dominant features of the Singapore skyline.

This five-star accommodation offers 1,252 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, each with a private balcony, spread across 73 floors. The hotel features 15 bars and restaurants, including the Michelin-starred JAAN by Kirk Westaway, which serves refined European-British fare. Guests can enjoy sunset views from the Skai Bar, and there are two open-air pools and an award-winning spa.

7. 1717 Broadway – New York, New York

Hotel height: 753 feet

Perfectly positioned for adventures around Central Park and midtown Manhattan, 1717 Broadway is New York City’s tallest hotel. The building is actually home to two separate hotels: The Courtyard New Manhattan/Central Park occupies floors 6 to 33, while the Residence Inn New York Manhattan/Central Park occupies floors 37 to 65. Together, they have 639 guest rooms. Floors without hotel rooms are used for shared spaces such as a fitness center, cafe, and meeting facilities. 

6. Centara Grand at CentralWorld – Bangkok, Thailand

Hotel height: 771 feet

Centara Grand at CentralWorld is an upscale hotel located in one of Bangkok’s main shopping districts. Opened in 2008, it has 505 opulent rooms, each with city views and ranging in size from 344 to 4,413 square feet. Guests can visit the open-air restaurant and bar on the 55th floor and a Champagne bar on the 59th floor. The hotel is part of the same complex that includes CentralWorld, one of the world’s biggest shopping malls. It’s within walking distance of other retail hot spots such as Siam Paragon and MBK Center. 

5. Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay – Manama, Bahrain

Hotel height: 885 feet

An emblematic landmark of Bahrain’s capital city, the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay sits on its own private artificial island. The modernist building was designed by the team behind Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. 

From street level, the hotel resembles a huge letter “H,” with the upper sections connected via a skybridge. There are 273 rooms and suites that mimic the style of a high-end ocean liner and have either city or Arabian Gulf views. Guests also receive access to luxurious amenities like a private beach, waterpark, and infinity pool. Among the dining experiences are two restaurants by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck. 

4. Baiyoke Sky Hotel – Bangkok, Thailand

Hotel height: 1,014 feet

The 88-story Tower II at Baiyoke Sky Hotel is Bangkok’s tallest hotel. From 1997 to 2016, it also held the title of the city’s tallest building. Along with its sister hotel, Baiyoke Tower I, they were the first skyscrapers to rise in the open-air market district of Pratunam. 

The hotel features 658 rooms and suites, plus nine dining options, including a buffet restaurant designed in the style of a Thai floating market. Another standout feature is the Observation Point situated on the 77th floor, open to both guests and non-guests. More great views are on offer from the 84th-floor revolving deck and 85th-floor bar.  

3. Jumeirah Burj Al Arab – Dubai, UAE

Hotel height: 1,053 feet

Few sights on the Dubai seafront are as iconic as the sail-shaped Jumeirah Burj Al Arab. Marketed as the world’s first and only “seven-star hotel,” it stands on a private island with 202 suites that offer views of the city and Arabian Gulf. Each guest room occupies two floors, with even the smallest suite taking up an impressive 1,820 square feet. 

The opulence and extravagance extends to the hotel’s dining options, too. Ristorante L’Olivo at Al Mahara is an underwater Italian restaurant with tables surrounded by a floor-to-ceiling aquarium. In 2005, the hotel made headlines when Andre Agassi and Roger Federer played tennis on the rooftop helipad. 

2. JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai – Dubai, UAE

Hotel height: 1,165 feet

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai is part of a luxurious twin-tower complex whose architecture is inspired by the date palm tree. The hotel showcases an expressionist style with distorted shapes, such as protruding balconies that mimic layered bark. Inside are 1,608 plush rooms and suites, each outfitted with a marble bathroom. 

Guests can enjoy 12 award-winning restaurants, bars, and lounges, along with a spa, massage center, and outdoor pool. The hotel’s convenient location places it near major city sights such as the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. 

1. Gevora Hotel – Dubai, UAE

Hotel height: 1,169 feet

Completed in 2017, the Gevora Hotel is the tallest hotel in the world, as of 2025. It stands amid the many glistening skyscrapers that decorate Dubai’s financial district. The four-star hotel has 528 rooms spread over 75 floors; the highest room is a five-bedroom suite occupying 10,000 square feet. 

Complementing the high-end accommodations are three restaurants, including one of the highest eateries in the Middle East, the 74th-floor Highest View Lounge & Restaurant. The 12th-floor pool deck overlooks downtown Dubai, while a Guinness World Records plaque commemorating the building’s status as the world’s tallest hotel is displayed in the lobby.