Hotels can offer fancy amenities like relaxing spas, five-star restaurants and fully equipped fitness centres. But often one of the most striking features of a nice hotel is the swimming pool.
From outdoor swim spots with glorious views to unique designs that create once-in-a-lifetime experiences, there are numerous examples of pools that take hospitality to the next level.
We’ve rounded up 30 spectacular hotel pools around the world. While most of the hotels are not exactly budget-friendly, it’s fun to fantasise about taking a dip in these luxurious pools. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hanging Gardens of Bali (@hanginggardensofbali) on Jul 16, 2017 at 2:33am PDT1. Hanging Gardens of Bali The twin-tiered swimming pool is one of the most striking features of the Hanging Gardens of Bali near Ubud, Indonesia. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Marina Bay Sands (@marinabaysands) on Jun 19, 2014 at 3:03am PDT2. Marina Bay Sands "Crazy Rich Asians" viewers will recognize Singapore's iconic Marina Bay Sands and its rooftop pool. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Jade Mountain St. Lucia (@jademountainstlucia) on Mar 17, 2019 at 4:50am PDT3. Jade Mountain The infinity pools at Jade Mountain on the Caribbean island of St. Lucia offer incredible island views. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Palazzo Matteotti, DA (@palazzomatteottida) on Jan 8, 2019 at 9:05am PST4. Palazzo Matteotti The large indoor pool at Palazzo Matteotti in Milan,
Italy, has a distinct futuristic aesthetic. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Main Hot springs Resort & Spa (@mainhotsprings) on Jan 25, 2018 at 12:17am PST5. Ma’In Hot Springs Resort & Spa Located in Jordan near the Dead Sea, the Ma'in Hot Springs Resort & Spa features waterfalls and hot spring pools. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Grand Wailea Maui (@grandwailea) on Jun 28, 2019 at 11:53am PDT6. Grand Wailea Maui's Grand Wailea has a variety of water offerings, including pools with waterslides, rapids, a rope swing and more. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Four Seasons Lodge Serengeti (@fsserengeti) on May 9, 2017 at 9:43pm PDT7. Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti The pool at the Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti in Tanzania overlooks a watering hole frequented by elephants. View this post on InstagramA post shared by InterContinental Dubai F.C (@intercondfc) on Apr 16, 2017 at 9:48am PDT8. InterContinental Dubai Festival City The pool at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City juts out onto a balcony, allowing swimmers to look down on the promenade below. View this post on InstagramA post shared by The Library (@thelibrary_samui) on Jan 10, 2016 at 10:02pm PST9. The Library While the red pool at The Library in Ko Samui,
Thailand, may seem a bit gruesome at first, the color is actually just a result of the orange, yellow and red mosaic tiles. View this post on InstagramA post shared by 1 Hotels (@1hotels) on Jun 17, 2018 at 9:56am PDT10. 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge Epic Manhattan skyline views are on offer at the 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge's rooftop pool. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Velassaru Maldives (@velassarumaldives) on Jan 28, 2019 at 4:02am PST11. Velassaru Maldives The infinity pool at the Velassaru Maldives mirrors the colors of the sand and ocean. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Belmond Hotel Caruso (@belmondhotelcaruso) on Jul 19, 2016 at 8:16am PDT12. Belmond Hotel Caruso Situated up in the cliffs of Italy's Amalfi Coast, the Belmond Hotel Caruso in Ravello has a massive infinity pool with incredible sea views. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Shangri-La Hotel,
London (@shangrilalondon) on Jan 14, 2018 at 7:06am PST13. Shangri-La Hotel at The Shard, London The city views are impressive from the indoor pool of The Shangri-La Hotel at The Shard, London. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Homestead Resort (@homesteadresort_utah) on Mar 8, 2016 at 7:02pm PST14. Homestead Resort Homestead Resort in Midway,
Utah, offers a geothermally heated pool in a crater. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc (@hotelducapedenroc) on Aug 24, 2018 at 3:27am PDT15. Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc The Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc is in the south of
France on the Cap d'Antibes peninsula and features a stunning cliffside pool. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Oberoi Hotels & Resorts (@oberoihotels) on Sep 12, 2018 at 6:11am PDT16. The Oberoi Cecil The Oberoi Cecil's luxurious indoor swimming pool is a draw for visitors to India's Shimla district. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Lake Argyle (@lakeargyle) on Mar 29, 2019 at 9:29pm PDT17. Lake Argyle Resort The infinity pool at Lake Argyle Resort overlooks its namesake body of water in Western Australia. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Golden Nugget
Las Vegas (@goldennuggetlv) on Jun 21, 2018 at 8:20pm PDT18. Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Las Vegas' Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino has a water complex called The Tank, which includes an enclosed three-story waterslide that allows guests to get strikingly close to sharks. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Fasano Gastronomy & Hotels (@fasano) on Aug 27, 2019 at 1:01pm PDT19. Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro The rooftop pool at Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro gives guests the opportunity to swim against a beautiful Brazilian backdrop. View this post on InstagramA post shared by The Cambrian Adelboden (@thecambrianadelboden) on Apr 26, 2019 at 8:15am PDT20. The Cambrian Adelboden Nestled in the Swiss Alps, The Cambrian Adelboden has heated indoor and outdoor pools that allow for year-round swimming and relaxation. View this post on InstagramA post shared by W Miami Hotel (@wmiamihotel) on Jun 3, 2019 at 9:11am PDT21. W Miami The W Miami offers pools with a view on the 15th and 50th floors. View this post on InstagramA post shared by The Sarojin (@thesarojin) on Apr 14, 2016 at 1:52am PDT22. The Sarojin Thailand's Sarojin resort in Khao Lak has a pool with floating pavilions. View this post on InstagramA post shared by St. Regis Hotels & Resorts (@stregishotels) on Aug 25, 2017 at 7:53pm PDT23. St. Regis Lhasa Resort The indoor pool at the St. Regis Lhasa Resort in Tibet is plated in gold. View this post on InstagramA post shared by The Joule Dallas (@thejouledallas) on Mar 16, 2015 at 2:52pm PDT24. The Joule The cantilevered pool at The Joule in Dallas gives guests a unique vantage point. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Grand Hotel Tremezzo (@ghtlakecomo) on Jun 3, 2019 at 4:10am PDT25. Grand Hotel Tremezzo The Grand Hotel Tremezzo has a floating pool on Lake Como with incredible views of northern Italy's Grigne mountains. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hacienda Na Xamena, Ibiza (@haciendanaxamena) on Aug 10, 2018 at 5:56am PDT26. Hacienda Na Xamena, Ibiza Atop a cliff on the Spanish island of Ibiza lies Hacienda Na Xamena and its impressive cascading pools. View this post on InstagramA post shared by The Langham,
Sydney (@langhamsydney) on Aug 24, 2017 at 6:33pm PDT27. The Langham, Sydney One notable amenity at The Langham, Sydney is the large indoor heated pool. View this post on InstagramA post shared by The Sagamore Resort (@thesagamoreresort) on Jul 28, 2019 at 9:59am PDT28. The Sagamore Resort The Sagamore Resort in upstate
New York has an outdoor pool with stunning views of Lake George. View this post on InstagramA post shared by The Silo Hotel (@thesilohotel_) on Jun 6, 2019 at 2:17am PDT29. The Silo Hotel The Silo Hotel's rooftop pool gives guests a unique view of Cape Town, South Africa. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Laucala Island, Fiji (@laucalaisland) on Mar 6, 2015 at 11:26am PST30. Laucala Island A lagoon pool with three levels and a lap pool inside the pool are on offer at the private resort of Laucala Island in Fiji.