The world of luxury increasingly looks to the sky, seeking to satisfy discerning guests with experiences that celebrate nature’s most stunning spectacles. A perfect example of this evolution is the rise of sophisticated rooftop terraces — open-air spaces offering breathtaking panoramic views. But beyond these qualities, in recent years these venues have been elevated with premium services like those found in the Star Prestige category, where sunshine, gastronomy, and ambiance take center stage. With these tips, you’ll know how to recognize a truly modern terrace.

<p>First feature: the furniture.<strong> It&rsquo;s the era of the hammock, lounge chairs, Bali beds</strong> and even hot tubs. It&rsquo;s not enough to just gaze out over a peaceful seascape. Instead, lounge somewhere you can see the world from a different&mdash;and much more pleasant&mdash;point of view.</p>

First feature: the furniture. It’s all about hammocks, loungers, Balinese beds, and even jacuzzis. Today, it’s not enough to relax your eyes with a calm maritime horizon — your body also deserves the comfort of a soft seat from which to see the world from a far more pleasurable perspective.

<p>There&#39;s room for everyone! The days of terraces being synonymous with huge crowds are over. People come here to rest, relax, <strong>enjoy wide-open spaces</strong> and delight in the fact that you don&rsquo;t have to be the first to arrive if you want to gaze at the <a href="https://www.iberostar.com/en/hotels/riviera-maya/iberostar-tucan" target="_blank">Caribbean</a> from your table. These are places where you can count on quick and efficient service, turning your small area of enjoyment into <strong>an entire outdoor suite. </strong></p>

Room for everyone! That’s right. Gone are the days of crowded terraces. These are places to relax, unwind, and enjoy the feeling of space without having to rush to get the best view of the Caribbean from your table. It also means having attentive, efficient service that transforms your personal corner of leisure into an open-air suite.

<p>Without going any further than our <a href="https://www.iberostar.com/en/hotels/ibiza/iberostar-santa-eulalia">hotel in&nbsp;Ibiza</a>, you can find this complete combination of peace, views, Mediterranean beauty and wide-open spaces. The only question you have to answer here is whether you want to enjoy the incredible evening sky from a modern beanbag chair, or while swimming in the peaceful pool at this adults-only hotel.</p>

At our hotel in Ibiza, you’ll find the perfect blend of peace, panoramic views, Mediterranean style, and spaciousness. The only question is whether to enjoy the evening’s celestial show from a modern lounge chair or while floating in the serene pool of this adults-only hotel.

<p>Last but not least, a premium terrace has to connect with the environment in as many ways possible. Of course, the most obvious way is the view, as is the case at the <a href="https://www.iberostar.com/en/hotels/majorca/iberostar-suites-hotel-jardin-del-sol" target="_blank">Iberostar Suites Jard&iacute;n del Sol</a> with <strong>its unique panorama of the Cala de Santa Pon&ccedil;a</strong>. But it doesn&rsquo;t stop there. Local products are included in both the aesthetics of the space itself and the cuisine it offers. This lets you enjoy dishes that <strong>connect all of your senses</strong> with the flavors and aromas of a particular place, making the experience as complete as possible. Now that you know how to distinguish a top-notch terrace from a passing trend, all you have to do is try one out for yourself!</p>

Last but not least, a premium terrace must connect with its surroundings in as many ways as possible. The most obvious, of course, are the views — like those at the Iberostar Suites Jardín del Sol, with its privileged panoramas over the Santa Ponça cove. But it doesn’t stop there. Both the design and the menu should feature local products and dishes that create a multisensory connection with the flavors and aromas of the region, making the experience as complete as possible. And now that you know how to tell a premium terrace from an ordinary one — there’s only one thing left to do: experience it!