Lobby Bar at Amara

Most people walk right past Amara Hotel’s lobby to head straight to the acclaimed Jigger & Pony down the hall. But Amara’s lobby bar is not your run-of-the-mill hotel bar — for starters, it ditches stiff and proprietary leather sofas for a mishmash of eclectic furniture you’d imagine in a stylish living room. Oenophiles make for the most of its visitors, thanks to its collaboration with Grand Vin. Expect to see the likes of renowned winemakers like Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), Domaine Faiveley, and Champagne Louis Roederer – of which the bar houses the widest collection in the country. Wine-tasting masterclasses are also available, and whether you’re a seasoned wine lover or just dipping your toes into the world of wines, you’ll be able to engage with visiting winemakers from all around the world to hear their thoughts and insights.