minibar

noun

mini·​bar ˈmi-nē-ˌbär 

: a small refrigerator in a hotel room that is stocked with especially alcoholic beverages and snacks for guests

Examples of minibar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Modern conveniences such as Samsung smart TVs, Nespresso machines, Smeg kettles, and minibars stocked with little bottles of limoncello and Malfy gin come standard. —Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025

The food and beverage program comes from none other than José Andrés, minibars are stocked with Tony’s Chocolonely, and the fitness center is outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment. —Emily Wilson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025

Every villa includes a complimentary minibar, daily fruit service, floating breakfast trays for poolside dining, and 24-hour room service. —Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025

While raiding the minibar at your hotel could probably contribute to bags under your eyes, the Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles‘s new amenity is a fridge full of products to make your face look great instead. —India Brown, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1971, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for minibar

• abattoir
• alcazar
• autocar
• avatar
• belshazzar
• caviar
• caviare
• cinnabar
• commissar
• condylar
• deodar
• handlebar