Is Sky Bar lebua worth it?
Skip itLives up to the hype · +10The 'Hangover II' rooftop bar on the 63rd/64th floor of State Tower, above the Chao Phraya
Usually not worth it. The view truly matches the photos; the experience around it — crowds, prices, pushy service — drags it to a 3.9 Google rating.
Hype22How famous and hyped it is
Reality32Evidence-based, votes take over as they come in
3.9 ★ Google · 7,332 reviews— hypegap votes · be one of the first
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A memorable one-drink sunset splurge if budget isn't a concern; otherwise other rooftops offer similar romance for less.
Why Reality is 32
Lives up to its fame3/5The view truly matches the photos; the experience around it — crowds, prices, pushy service — drags it to a 3.9 Google rating.
Value for money1/5Reviewers repeatedly call prices absurd (~A$70 cocktails) for a standing-room bar.
Can’t get it elsewhere2/5Bangkok has dozens of rooftop bars with comparable skyline views; only the film connection is unique.
Easy to do3/5Close to BTS and the river, but the strict dress code, mandatory drink and crowding around the bar add friction.
What people loved
Genuinely spectacular river-and-skyline view from the domed bar, best at sunsetIconic film-famous setting with live music and polished serviceEasy access from BTS Saphan Taksin and Sathorn PierWhat wore them down
Drink prices are frequently called extortionate — a single cocktail can cost more than a nice dinner in BangkokMostly standing room around a crowded bar; little seating for non-dinersStrict dress code turns away visitors in shorts or sandalsStaff described as pushy to keep orderingMany rooftop bars with comparable views (Octave, Three Sixty, Red Sky) charge a fraction of the priceKnow before you go
See something out of date? Fix it right here.Booking: Bar is walk-in; tables at the adjoining Sirocco restaurant can be reserved.
EntryNo entry fee, but you must buy a drink; a 2026 reviewer paid about A$70 per cocktail and A$43 for a mocktailSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
HoursDaily 5:00 p.m.–12:30 a.m.Source · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Dress codeSmart casual, strictly enforced: no athletic wear, torn clothing, shorts for men, sleeveless tops for men, flip-flops or beach sandals; no backpacks or luggageSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Age limitBar entry reportedly 20+ (the dress code also applies to children)Source · Checked Oct 16, 2026
PhotographyPhones/cameras fine; no tripods, extensions or external flash; some areas off-limits to non-dinersSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Time neededUsually a one-drink stop; time it for just before sunsetSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Getting thereBTS Saphan Taksin or Sathorn Pier, then a 5–10 min walkSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Opening hours (Google)
- Monday: 5:00 PM – 12:30 AM
- Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 12:30 AM
- Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 12:30 AM
- Thursday: 5:00 PM – 12:30 AM
- Friday: 5:00 PM – 12:30 AM
- Saturday: 5:00 PM – 12:30 AM
- Sunday: 5:00 PM – 12:30 AM
In their words
“Sky Bar at Lebua has one of the best views in Bangkok, there’s no denying that.”
“It felt more like a tourist trap than a premium rooftop experience.”
“The views were amazing and the atmosphere was perfect for a relaxing evening.”
“Funfact - the lift takes less than 60 seconds to travel the 64 floors up.”
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Questions people ask
What is the Sky Bar dress code?
Smart casual, strictly enforced: no shorts for men, no sleeveless tops for men, no flip-flops, sports wear or torn clothing, and no backpacks.
Is there an entrance fee at Sky Bar Bangkok?
No, but you're expected to buy at least one drink — cocktails cost well over ฿1,000 by 2026 reviews.
What time does Sky Bar open?
Daily 5:00 p.m.–12:30 a.m. Arrive just before sunset for the best light.
Can I reserve Sky Bar?
The bar itself is walk-in; reservations can be made at the Sirocco restaurant on the same rooftop.
Is Sky Bar the one from The Hangover Part II?
Yes — scenes were filmed there, and the bar created the Hangovertini cocktail for the cast.
Better fits, according to people who went
Sources
- Bespoke Unit — Sky Bar Bangkok review (dress code, rules)
- Home is where your bag is — Bangkok sky bars compared
- Google Maps — Sky Bar, State Tower