Hotel rooftops have become much more than a place to take in the view. Across the hospitality industry, rooftops are being transformed into restaurants, bars, lounges and event venues that can become destinations in their own right. For hotels, these spaces offer an opportunity to create memorable guest experiences while making better use of valuable […]

As summer gives way to fall, commercial outdoor spaces face a familiar challenge: what happens when the weather stops cooperating? For restaurants, hotels, bars and other hospitality businesses, patios and rooftops can represent some of the most desirable and valuable areas of a property. During the warmer months, these spaces attract guests looking for fresh […]

New York City is home to some of the most iconic hotels in the world, and several properties connected to Roll-A-Cover have earned a spot on a prestigious new list. The Times recently published its roundup, “38 of the Best Hotels in New York City for 2026 and Beyond,” highlighting standout properties across Manhattan and […]

New York City’s rooftop hospitality scene continues to set the standard for elevated guest experiences, and several venues featured in a recent Michelin Guide article showcase an important amenity that helps make year-round rooftop operations possible: Roll-A-Cover retractable roof systems. In its roundup of New York City’s best rooftop hotels, Michelin highlighted several destinations known […]

Roll-A-Cover Wins Prestigious Chrysalis Award for Commercial Remodel at W Hotel Union Square  We’re thrilled to announce that Roll-A-Cover has won a Regional Chrysalis Award in the Commercial Remodel category for our innovative retractable enclosure at the iconic W Hotel Union Square in New York City. This award-winning project redefined the hotel’s rooftop experience by […]

Roll-A-Cover’s Retractable Hotel Skylights Transform Hotel Roofs What is a Retractable Hotel Skylight? Retractable hotel skylights are skylights that open and close manually or via motorization. The custom retractable roof closes in seconds when the weather becomes inclement. On a beautiful day, the skylight roof opens and allows for an outdoor rooftop patio space.  Benefits […]

Philadelphia, PA- On October 23rd, El Techo, the rooftop bar at the new Pod Philly Hotel in Rittenhouse opened! The gorgeous 11th floor rooftop taqueria and bar is open year-round because of its Roll-A-Cover motorized retractable roof. When the weather becomes inclement, the glass retractable roof closes with the push of a button. As a […]

Hotel Chains with Roll-A-Cover Retractable Roof Enclosures Roll-A-Cover has worked with many national and international hotel chains over the years to bring them state-of-the-art retractable roof enclosures. The Roll-A-Cover retractable enclosures allow these hotels to use their outdoor patio spaces year-round, rain or shine, while adding a gorgeous aesthetic appeal that sets their hotel apart. […]

Ship Bottom, NJ – This week is the Hotel LBI retractable skylight installation by Roll-A-Cover in Ship Bottom, NJ. Hotel LBI is a beautiful new hotel by the ocean that is opening soon. The hotel will be at the gateway to the wonderful Long Beach Island.  The Roll-A-Cover retractable skylight will enclose the outdoor patio. […]

London, UK – Roll-A-Cover, Intl. made its way across the pond to The Curtain, a London original. The Curtain, in the heart of London’s trendy Shoreditch district, is home to a luxurious hotel, a cosmopolitan restaurant, a member’s club, and a rooftop pool and lounge equipped with a Roll-A-Cover retractable glass enclosure. New York City […]