Mr. Lynn, whose efforts revolve around clubs like Limelight, the Palladium and Mr. Fuji's Tropicana, said that in many of the hot nightspots, the doorman has the final word.

One block north of the plaza, this place is more than just a hot nightspot - it's three.

As well as glitzy casinos, cool bars and hot nightspots, you can also catch shows and spectacles that are the equal of anything to be found around the world.

Some of the hottest nightspots and bars at present include the Buddha Bar in the Grosvenor House Dubai at Jumeirah.

Down the block, at No. 62, is one of the hot nightspots among the young and restless Park Slopers, SANTA FE GRILL(718-636-0279).

San Juan's hottest nightspot is a congenial hub of live Latino sounds and hip-gyrating locals that easily emulates its famous New York namesake.

With luxury lofts, cafes and the hottest nightspots arriving, the Casco is approaching full-swing revival.

THE proliferation of hot nightspots draws thousands of people to the district almost nightly, giving those who live there their biggest headache.

Sugar Reef 93 Second Avenue between Fifth and Sixth Streets, (212) 477-8427 - This clamorous, funky restaurant remains one of the hottest nightspots on the Lower East Side.

Aside from the usual hotel amenities, The Riviera will feature a lush rooftop garden,an infinity pool and what is projected to be the hottest nightspot in the city, the Helipad Bar.