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May 2026 – As spring arrives and cities come back into bloom, nhow Hotels & Resorts, part of Minor Hotels, is inviting guests to step outdoors and experience a new season of curated open-air activities throughout its portfolio. From Lima to Berlin and Milan to Marseille, Frankfurt, and Rotterdam, the brand’s signature lifestyle approach extends beyond interiors, turning terraces and rooftops into vibrant destinations that celebrate creativity, connection, and urban energy. Guests can discover the brand’s seasonal initiatives and experiences as part of its Urban Bloom initiative.
Last week, a new world-class cocktail destination located on the hotel’s 13th-floor rooftop was unveiled: “Poolbar by Handshake” at nhow Lima. Designed as a dynamic, all-day-to-night experience that blends music, design, and high-end mixology, the venue aims to become a key hub for entertainment in the city while reinforcing nhow Lima’s positioning as a vibrant urban lifestyle destination. Developed in collaboration with Handshake Speakeasy—ranked No. 1 in The World’s 50 Best Bars in the Americas—the concept brings cutting-edge cocktail techniques and innovative craftsmanship to Lima, incorporating local ingredients and influences to create a refined yet approachable experience. From a relaxed daytime poolside atmosphere to a lively nightlife hotspot, Poolbar by Handshake offers a versatile and sophisticated setting for both guests and locals, contributing to the evolution of Lima’s nightlife and cocktail scene.
Located directly on the River Spree, nhow Berlin continues to define itself as a hub for music and creative culture. The BPM Bar (Beats Per Minute) returns as a seasonal open-air stage, offering curated DJ sets, signature cocktails, and a strong musical identity that blends Berlin’s local scene with international guests.
The hotel’s terrace transforms throughout the summer into a lively waterfront gathering space, where music-driven events and social experiences unfold. Adding to the programme, Lobby Loco brings an innovative late-night music concept to the heart of the hotel. The season launched on 2 May with Lobby Loco – Salsa an der Spree, a special opening event featuring live salsa music and dancing by the river, accompanied by surprise moments throughout the evening.
By day, Vertigo offers a relaxed escape above the Tortona district. By night, it transforms into a glowing, immersive rooftop experience filled with music, colour, and energy. This year, the concept is completely reimagined, positioning Vertigo as a sensory “new planet” where guests are no longer spectators, but active participants in a fully immersive environment.
At its core is the scenic infinity pool, dramatically designed to extend beyond the building’s edge. The terrace features a solarium area, restaurant, and a rooftop bar serving signature cocktails, innovative drinks, and curated dishes. Reflecting Milan’s fashion-forward and creative spirit, Vertigo offers a sensory escape above the city, where design, atmosphere, and social energy blend into one.
Perched above the Mediterranean, nhow Marseille’s Sky Bar is one of the city’s most iconic rooftop destinations. With panoramic sea views, music, and sunset-driven experiences, the Sky Bar becomes a lively open-air stage where design and lifestyle converge.
From April onwards, the hotel introduces its Summer Sky evenings, a programme of afterwork gatherings and summer nightlife experiences featuring DJ sets, live piano performances, pool parties, and curated themed events. Complemented by a seasonal menu of signature cocktails, fresh drinks, and gourmet tapas, the Sky Bar offers a vibrant seasonal destination for both guests and locals seeking a dynamic seaside atmosphere.
With the arrival of summer, the indoor space of the NFT Skybar seamlessly evolves into a seasonal rooftop destination, offering panoramic skyline views and a contemporary urban lifestyle concept. Located on the 47th floor of the ONE skyscraper, the NFT Skybar offers one of the highest rooftop experiences in Germany. Its name references “Non-Fungible Tokens,” reflecting the venue’s connection to digital culture and creative expression, including bespoke digital artworks created specifically for the space.
The season officially begins with the Terrace Opening Party on 13 May, followed by a World Club Dome pre-party on 31 May, setting the tone for a dynamic summer programme of curated events and collaborations with local partners. nhow Frankfurt continues its partnership with Lululemon, hosting rooftop morning yoga and Pilates sessions followed by brunch, offering a mindful and energising start to the day above the city skyline.
Set above the Maas River with sweeping views of the Erasmus Bridge, Elvy Gastrobar becomes a stylish summer destination where design, music, and gastronomy meet. Located on the 7th floor of the nhow Rotterdam hotel, the venue offers a striking panoramic setting with floor-to-ceiling windows and a unique riverside terrace.
The terrace opened with a soft launch on 1 April, followed by its full seasonal opening on 14 April, alongside the debut of a new menu. From spring onwards, the space evolves into a lively social hub, with DJs performing on Friday and Saturday nights and bringing energy to the terrace from day to night. The experience is elevated by Tasty Travels, a globally inspired food and cocktail concept that invites guests to explore international flavours “one bite and one sip at a time.” Each dish and drink is designed to take guests on a culinary journey across cultures while maintaining a strong sense of local identity and creativity.
nhow Hotels and Resorts rooftop and terrace destinations bring the brand’s signature blend of music, design, gastronomy, and urban culture to life. Each venue transforms with the seasons into an open-air stage for social connection and creative expression, united by a shared nhow spirit yet shaped by the character of each city.
See the upcoming blooming events in each of its hotels here.