If you crave panoramic vistas from your luxury suite, you don’t have to jet off to the Middle East or Asia.
While Asia and the Gulf region are famed for record-breaking hotel towers, Europe also boasts an impressive collection of five-star hotels that soar above historic skylines.
These six exclusive European hotels offer unparalleled perspectives over their iconic cities, delivering an elevated guest experience in every sense. If you have a head for heights, these properties promise a stay you’ll never forget.
1.Radisson Royal Hotel, Moscow198 metres
198 metres
Soaring 198 metres above the banks of the Moskva River, the Radisson Royal Hotel, Moscow—still affectionately known as Hotel Ukraina—remains Europe’s tallest five-star hotel. This architectural landmark, completed in 1957, was the world’s tallest hotel until the debut of the Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel in Atlanta, USA. Today, its regal silhouette and classic interiors continue to set the gold standard for luxury stays in Moscow.
2.Shangri La Hotel At The Shard London190 metres
190 metres
Occupying floors 34 to 52 of London’s iconic Shard skyscraper, the Shangri-La Hotel delivers a truly elevated five-star experience. Guests are treated to sweeping, floor-to-ceiling views across the city’s historic landmarks and the Thames, from one of the most exclusive vantage points in the capital.
3.InterContinental Warsaw164 metres
164 metres
Since opening its doors in 2003, InterContinental Warsaw has stood as Poland’s tallest hotel and remains among Europe’s top three in height. With 414 meticulously designed rooms and suites, the property offers breathtaking panoramas of Warsaw’s dynamic skyline, blending modern luxury with Polish hospitality.
4.Swissotel Krasnye Holmy, Moscow 162 metres
162 metres
Rising 34 floors above the eastern edge of Kremlin Island, Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy is an icon of contemporary luxury in Moscow. When it opened in 2005, it was the city’s tallest structure. Today, it continues to impress with refined service, modern suites, and a signature rooftop restaurant boasting unrivaled city center views.
5.Hotel Arts Barcelona, 154 metres
154 metres
Perched high above Barcelona’s Port Olímpic and the Mediterranean, Hotel Arts is a design-forward sanctuary in the heart of the city. This five-star property offers guests sweeping views over the shimmering sea on one side and Barcelona’s eclectic urban landscape on the other, combining coastal serenity with cosmopolitan flair.
6.Ritz Carlton Istanbul, 153 metres
153 metres
Overlooking the Bosphorus, The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul stands as one of the city’s most prestigious five-star hotels. Guests enjoy panoramic views bridging Europe and Asia, with rooftop jacuzzis providing a peerless vantage point on the glittering strait. The property is renowned for its refined Turkish hospitality and contemporary elegance.