Enjoy the Rooftop Sky Deck

A Skyline State of Mind

Set high above downtown Stamford, Vela's rooftop Sky Deck sets the stage with open views that stretch from Mill River Park to the Long Island Sound and across the city skyline.

Designed as a series of distinct outdoor rooms, it balances social energy with quiet retreat. It's anchored by a fully equipped outdoor kitchen and bar, complete with grills, prep space, and long communal counters—perfect for casual dinners, weekend gatherings, or sunset drinks. Nearby, lounge seating clusters and fire features create natural places to settle in as the evening cools and the city lights begin to come on.

Along the edge of the terrace, rows of chaise lounges face outward toward the view, making it easy to spend an afternoon in the sun or unwind with a book above the city. Overhead, the pergola structures and string lighting add both shade by day and a warm glow at night, giving the space a resort-like feel without ever leaving home.

What truly sets the Sky Deck apart is its perspective. From here, you look out over Mill River Park’s green ribbon, watch the city move below, and catch glimpses of the Sound in the distance.

Whether you’re hosting friends, grilling dinner, or just taking in the view under the stars, the Sky Deck at Vela turns downtown living into something elevated—literally and in every other way.