Tempo by Hilton: A Spirit-Forward Approach to Wellness, Celebration, and Conscious Cocktails
By Mallory Ambrose | May 22, 2025
Setting the stage for a new era in bar hospitality that reflects the contemporary behaviors of modern travelers, Tempo by Hilton has cracked the code, demonstrating how innovative programming and partnerships are the keys to exceeding expectations and delivering uncompromised guest experiences.
Tempo by Hilton is redefining modern hospitality by striking a refreshing balance between intentionality and indulgence. Rooted in its original brand vision—designed for the ambitious traveler seeking both purpose and play—Tempo merges clean aesthetics and mindful amenities with a beverage program that speaks to both the spirited and the free-spirited guest. The result is a bold new rhythm in hospitality that can be experienced from the lobby to the rooftop.
Rooted in Rhythm: The Spirit and the Free-Spirit
Every Tempo property celebrates duality. From the curated guest room experiences to the beverage offerings, the brand is intentionally built for guests looking to stay grounded while still savoring moments of celebration. This duality is expressed through the cocktail menus available at Tempo’s rooftop bars and lounges, spaces designed to elevate the guest experience, both literally and figuratively.
The beverage program, a central part of the Tempo experience, is guided by two lanes: Spirited, for those who seek craft and complexity, and Free-Spirited, for guests who prioritize wellness or prefer non-alcoholic options without sacrificing taste. This distinction is emphasized by clever naming conventions featured on all Tempo property menus like Moonsong Bar & Cafe, located at Tempo Downtown Raleigh and Tempo Downtown Louisville, where cocktails such as the Hasta la Matcha and Lady In Rouge highlight the range and thoughtfulness of the program in which mixologists create the same sophisticated cocktails both with or without alcohol, allowing guests to enjoy their cocktail experiences in the same way.
Rooftop Rhythms: Where the Vibe Meets the View
Whether you’re sipping a bourbon cocktail in Nashville’s Lovelorn Lounge or enjoying a Lyre’s-based spritz at the Highball rooftop in Times Square, Tempo’s rooftops are becoming destinations in their own right. These venues blend local energy with Tempo’s brand pillars of wellness and intention, offering both panoramic city views and finely crafted beverage experiences.
For example, in New York City, the Highball rooftop at Tempo Times Square offers a dynamic mix of spirited and free-spirited cocktails, incorporating local ingredients and global influence. In Nashville, the Lovelorn Lounge takes cues from Music City’s creative heartbeat, featuring a menu that’s as lyrical as the skyline.
A Toast to Tradition: Kentucky Derby LTO with Maker’s Mark and Lyre’s
In celebration of the Kentucky Derby, Tempo introduced a limited-time cocktail program highlighting its partnerships with Maker’s Mark and Lyre’s. This campaign honors the heritage of the Derby with modern interpretations—the julep-inspired Donerail which takes its name after the 1913 underdog—allowing guests to participate in the festivity regardless of their drinking preference.
These LTO cocktails reflect the brand’s mission to offer elevated experiences that are both inclusive and rooted in culture. The program was rolled out across select rooftop bars and lounges, providing guests with regionally inspired, artfully executed drinks for a limited time.
Pouring Purpose: Wellness and Sustainability at the Core
Tempo by Hilton is deeply committed to wellness—not just in mind and body, but in its environmental footprint. The brand is redefining on-the-go refreshment with its signature Hydration Bar. Located in the hotel’s welcoming F&B hub, this sleek self-serve station offers guests complimentary access to alkaline, still, and sparkling water on tap—perfectly chilled and always available. More than just a convenience, it’s a wellness-forward amenity that encourages mindful hydration throughout the day. In line with its no-plastic-water pledge, Tempo offers guests reusable bottles from Klean Kanteen, encouraging mindful hydration without the waste of single-use plastics. Filtered water stations thoughtfully placed throughout the property make it simple to refill at any time, anywhere.
Further cementing its eco-conscious mission, Tempo has partnered with the Planet Water Foundation to support global access to clean water. At Tempo by Hilton properties, guests can purchase co-branded reusable Klean Kanteen bottles, with $2 from each sale directly supporting Planet Water Foundation’s initiatives to provide safe drinking water and hygiene education to underserved communities. This collaboration funds the construction of AquaTower filtration systems, which can produce up to 1,000 liters of clean water per hour—sufficient to meet the daily drinking needs of up to 1,800 people. Installations of Aqua Towers have been completed in regions such as Puebla and Jalisco, Mexico. This partnership exemplifies how hospitality and sustainability can converge to make a meaningful impact worldwide.
With each opening, Tempo by Hilton continues to carve out a unique space in the hospitality world—one where wellness, sustainability, and a modern beverage culture harmonize. From high-energy bars and lounges to thoughtful non-alc offerings, the brand invites every guest to find their own rhythm—whether spirited, free-spirited, or somewhere in between.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 24 world-class brands comprising more than 8,600 properties and nearly 1.3 million rooms, in 139 countries and territories.Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, was named the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune and has been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 218 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can’t buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X,LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
About Tempo by Hilton
Tempo by Hilton is a stylish, contemporary lifestyle hotel brand designed for the ambitious traveler looking to maintain a sense of balance and momentum. With the recent debuts of Tempo by Hilton in Times Square, Nashville, Louisville and Raleigh, with nearly 60 additional properties under development, Tempo by Hilton offers re-imagined guest rooms designed with well-being in mind, dynamic communal spaces for collaboration or focused work, healthy café-style dining developed in partnership with Bluestone Lane, a leading-edge beverage program featuring spirited and free-spirited cocktails, and next-level fitness facilities both in the hotel and with Tempo Wellness Rooms designed to match an at-home experience. Experience Tempo by Hilton by booking at tempobyhilton.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Tempo by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/tempo.
