Rooftop and Terrace Domes for Hotels

What domes unlock for a hotel

• Year-round use of a seasonal asset. A terrace that empties in October becomes reliable, sheltered seating all year, directly recovering lost off-season revenue.
• Premium, bookable experiences. Rooftop dining domes with a skyline view are exactly the kind of thing guests book for occasions and pay a premium for, lifting spend per cover.
• A standout feature. A row of illuminated domes on a rooftop is a genuine draw for hotel guests, for the local market and for the photos that fill tables.
• Flexible formats. Private dining, a sheltered bar, afternoon tea, intimate events: domes flex to whatever the space needs.

Why Extreme, and why siting matters

Rooftops are windier and more exposed than ground level, and hotel use is relentless:

• Extreme for exposure. Panels twice as thick as Original and stainless steel bolts, nuts and anchors make Extreme our recommendation for exposed, coastal or high sites and for commercial use. The geodesic shape spreads wind and snow loads across the whole frame, and polycarbonate flexes rather than shatters, with around 250 times the impact resistance of glass: a real advantage at height. But a dome's strength in wind depends on how it's held down, so on a roof how each dome is fixed or ballasted must be agreed with the building's structural engineer and the landlord for that specific location. Don't skip this: elevated, exposed installs demand it.
• Included openings reduce fit-out cost. The solid sliding door, windows, roof vents and a free Ambient LED lighting kit come with every dome, so the 3.5 m Extreme at £1,999 arrives with its openings and lighting in the price. Check what each supplier's quote includes per pod, as packaging varies.
• Dependable supply. free next-day delivery to eligible UK destinations from our Brighton warehouse (order by 2pm, Monday to Friday) lets you time each delivery to the install plan. Extreme carries a 5-year warranty, with lifetime access to replacement parts, and multi-pod orders save on every dome: £100 off each from three, rising in steps to £300 off each from ten.

Practical rooftop considerations

Rooftops add a few things to plan beyond a garden install:

• Structural and wind engineering: confirm the roof can take the loads (domes, bases, furniture and people) and that the fixing or ballasting suits the exposure. Use a structural engineer and get the landlord's agreement. Our guide to garden dome wind ratings explains what to ask about wind.
• Access and logistics: getting domes and furnishings to roof level, plus housekeeping and catering access. Each dome arrives as individually numbered panels that are bolted together where it will stand, so plan how the panels and furniture reach the roof.
• Services: power and heating installed by qualified trades (a registered electrician, outdoor-rated fittings and RCD protection); the included roof vents and windows keep busy pods comfortable.
• Ambience: the free LED kit gives instant evening atmosphere against the skyline.
• A weather plan: agree with your engineer the conditions in which the rooftop domes close to guests. When gales or storm-force winds are forecast, close the doors and vents and keep guests indoors until it passes, and brush heavy snow off gently with a soft brush before reopening.
• Ground-level terraces: these are closer to a garden install, and our Built for you installers can build and anchor the domes for you.

Compliance for public rooftop use

Serving the public at height carries layered obligations:

• Fire safety and escape: a fire risk assessment with particular attention to rooftop escape routes. Electric heat is the simplest and keeps fuel off the roof; any gas or other fuel-burning heater needs ventilation and a carbon monoxide alarm, and heat sources should stay well clear of the panels. If your venue needs a specific fire classification (UK/EU: EN 13501-1), contact us and we'll confirm the documentation.
• Planning and building control: rooftop structures usually need planning permission and building-control input, especially on a listed building or in a conservation area, so engage early. If you'll serve alcohol in the new space, check your premises licence covers it.
• Insurance and safety: commercial and public liability, and professionally certified structural, heating and electrical work.

Frequently asked questions

Sources: polycarbonate material data from A&C Plastics, Piedmont Plastics and KASTLITE. Rooftop installs need a professional structural and wind assessment; confirm compliance for your own site.