18 Stunning Hotel Pools You Need to Jump Into!
From glamorous infinity pools to serene hidden gems, we share our bucket-list of hotel swimming pools
While the rooms, dining, ambience and location are all essential ingredients of a great hotel, there’s always something special about a spectacular swimming pool. From glamorous infinity pools overlooking the sea to serene hidden gems surrounded by lush gardens, these are the places where you’ll want to linger all day. Dive into our bucket-list guide to 18 of the world’s most stunning hotel pools.
1) Amanpuri, Phuket, Thailand
Set amid tropical gardens overlooking the Andaman Sea, Amanpuri is the epitome of understated Thai tranquillity. Its beautiful swimming pools, surrounded by swaying palm trees and tropical plants, offer an idyllic place to cool off while taking in the serene island setting.
2) Hotel Fasano, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Perched on Ipanema Beach, Hotel Fasano combines cool Brazilian glamour with jaw-dropping views of Rio de Janeiro’s coastline. The rooftop pool is the star of the hotel, offering a chic place to swim and unwind while looking out across the iconic beach and ocean.
3) Four Seasons Serengeti, Tanzania
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti brings refined luxury into the heart of the African wilderness, with wildlife literally on your doorstep. Its pools provide an extraordinary way to relax between game drives, with private infinity-edge plunge pools offering sweeping views across the savannah.
4) Aman, Tokyo, Japan
Aman Tokyo blends serene Japanese minimalism with breath-taking views across one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Its elegant 30-metre swimming pool is a peaceful urban retreat, creating a wonderfully tranquil space to swim and unwind.
5) Miramonti Boutique Hotel, Merano, Italy
Tucked into the mountains above Merano, Miramonti Boutique Hotel is a stylish alpine escape, which makes the most of the beauty of South Tyrol. Its stunning pool looks suspended above the landscape, offering incredible mountain views and an unforgettable place to soak up the atmosphere.
6) Six Senses Yao Noi, Thailand
Set among lush vegetation overlooking Phang Nga Bay, Six Senses Yao Noi is pure island escapism. Almost every villa comes with its own private pool, many with infinity edges that merge seamlessly with the spectacular bay views.
7) Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Located in the heart of vibrant Tsim Sha Tsui, Kimpton brings a sophisticated sense of calm to one of Hong Kong’s most exciting neighbourhoods. Its rooftop swimming pool, Swim Club, provides a stylish escape from the city, with an elevated setting that makes a refreshing dip feel a world away from the bustle below.
8) Desert Rock Resort, Red Sea, Saudi Arabia
Carved into the mountains of Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast, Desert Rock Resort is an extraordinary blend of architecture, wilderness and luxury. Its pools are designed to complement the rugged landscape, creating spaces where guests can swim surrounded by towering desert mountains.
9) Castello di Reschio, Umbria, Italy
Set within a beautifully restored 1,500-year-old castle estate, Castello di Reschio is a romantic hotel surrounded by the rolling hills of Umbria. Its swimming pool sits harmoniously within the grounds, offering a peaceful spot to swim beneath the Italian sun.
10) Raffles The Palm, Dubai, UAE
Raffles The Palm combines grand, palatial interiors with the relaxed glamour of a private beachfront escape on Palm Jumeirah. Its expansive temperature-controlled pool is surrounded by gardens, cabanas and loungers, creating a serene oasis just steps from the beach.
11) Alila Kothaifaru, Maldives
Set on a private island in the remote Raa Atoll, Alila Kothaifaru is surrounded by turquoise waters, lush vegetation and marine life. Every villa has its own private pool, giving guests a sense of privacy and making it easy to drift between the pool and ocean.
12) Omaanda by Zannier Hotels, Namibia
Omaanda offers an intimate luxury safari experience surrounded by the vast landscapes and wildlife of Namibia. Its beautiful swimming pool overlooks the savannah where you can cool off while gazing out towards the horizon.
13) Heritage Le Telfair, Mauritius
Inspired by the elegance of a 19th-century plantation estate, Heritage Le Telfair combines timeless architecture with tropical luxury on Mauritius’s beautiful south coast. Its impressive 600-square-metre pool is surrounded by lush gardens, offering a tranquil setting for relaxation.
14) Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
An icon of Singapore’s skyline, Marina Bay Sands is instantly recognisable for its extraordinary architecture and panoramic city views. Its famous rooftop SkyPark Infinity Pool, 57-storey's up, appears to stretch endlessly over the city, creating one of the world’s most unique places to swim.
15) Borgo Pignano, Tuscany, Italy
Borgo Pignano is a restored historic estate surrounded by 750 hectares of Tuscan countryside. Its swimming pools blend beautifully into the landscape, offering an idyllic place to cool off while surrounded by the timeless beauty of Tuscany.
16) The Ned Doha, Qatar
Housed in a striking former Ministry of Interior building, The Ned Doha brings its signature glamour and energy to the heart of Qatar’s capital. Its bold 30-metre outdoor pool framed by striped daybeds is a stylish oasis for swimming, lounging and soaking up the Doha sunshine.
17) The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur, India
Set beside Lake Pichola, The Oberoi Udaivilas feels like a magnificent Rajasthani palace brought to life, with ornate architecture, gardens and courtyards. Its two temperature-controlled pools are designed with Mughal-inspired details, creating an elegant setting in which to relax.
18) Grace Santorini, Greece
Perched on the cliffs of Imerovigli, Grace Santorini offers breath-taking views across the Aegean and the famous Santorini caldera. Its 22-metre long infinity pool, the largest in Imerovigli, merges with the deep blue sea beyond, creating the perfect setting for a swim while watching the sunset.
