Reno, Nevada
The Sky Terrace is a glass-enclosed bridge spanning Virginia Street in Reno, connecting the Atlantis Resort's two towers 50 feet above the roadway. This architectural feature serves as both a passage and a destination, with tropical gardens, waterfalls, and a glass-domed ceiling that floods the space with natural light. The terrace is climate-controlled to maintain tropical conditions year-round, creating an indoor oasis where guests can enjoy cocktails amid palm trees and flowing water, even while snow falls outside in the Sierra Nevada.
The Sky Terrace glass dome spans 200 feet and is constructed from over 3,000 individual glass panels. The interior features a 40-foot waterfall, exotic birds, and over 300 species of tropical plants. The dome's design filters UV rays while allowing natural sunlight to nurture the indoor garden, creating a self-sustaining microclimate.
Atlantis Resort lives up to its name by creating a tropical paradise in the heart of Reno's high desert. The property's design philosophy blends South Pacific island aesthetics with modern luxury. Inside, the resort floor features a three-story atrium with a waterfall, lush tropical landscaping, and a sky-painted ceiling that transitions from dawn to dusk. The Atlantis is connected to the Reno-Sparks Convention Center via an elevated walkway, making it a hub for convention visitors seeking a resort experience.
The Atlantis Resort features 824 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites across two towers, many overlooking the Sky Terrace or the Sierra Nevada mountains. The resort's dining options include Bistro Napa, an award-winning fine dining restaurant, plus casual eateries and a bustling coffee bar. The Atlantis Spa offers a full range of wellness treatments, and the outdoor pool with private cabanas provides a relaxing retreat with panoramic mountain views. The Atlantis Grand Theatre hosts national touring acts and comedy shows year-round.
The Sky Terrace is a unique engineering achievement: a glass-domed tropical garden suspended above a city street. No other resort in America offers the experience of strolling through a rainforest ecosystem perched on a bridge between two hotel towers. Combined with the tropical atrium, the award-winning dining, the full-service spa, and the mountain backdrop of the Sierra Nevada, the Atlantis delivers a distinctive blend of island paradise and high-desert reality that no other resort replicates. It is the hidden gem of the Reno resort scene.