It’s not just about cooling off or warming up. From Icelandic thermal baths to sky-high infinity soaks, these dozen posh pools make the biggest splash with travelers.

Cool, warm, or steamingly hot, nothing distinguishes a hotel like a magnificent pool. Whether you’re craving your next refreshing swim under the warm desert sun, looking to melt your troubles away under the Icelandic stars, or seeking a 24th-floor, glass-bottomed thrill dip in Shanghai, these dozen peerless hotel pools around the globe make a serious splash with travelers. 

Don’t want to splurge on a room? Many hotels offer day passes for visitors not staying on the property. If you’re just looking to lounge for an afternoon, it’s always worth calling ahead and asking what options might be available. Whether you stop by for a few hours or stay for a few days, you can’t go wrong with these hotel pools.

Best Hotel Pools to Visit in 2025

Manon Les Suites: Copenhagen, Denmark

One doesn’t usually associate tropical with the Nordics. But if you’re craving a tropical getaway and a post swim cinnamon bun, you’ll be glad to know that a tiny slice of Bali lives in the courtyard of Copenhagen’s Manon les Suites. Float in the Junglefish Pool surrounded by a lush courtyard jungle, or go full Scandinavian in the rooftop sauna. It’s free for hotel guests, with day passes starting at 695,00 DKK (a little over $100) per person.

Address Beach Resort: Dubai, U.A.E.

This one isn’t for acrophobics. Dubai’s Address Beach Resort is home to the world’s tallest infinity pool. Head up to the 77th floor for stunning views of Ain Dubai and Jumeirah Beach. It’s also child-free, so leave anyone 21 or younger at the private beach below or the Kids Splash Pad, and embrace adult time.

1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge: Brooklyn, NY

Located high above the East River waterfront, 1 Hotel’s unusually shaped pool offers some of the best views in the entire city: You can swim and gaze at the lower Manhattan skyline just across the river. After your dip, continue to enjoy the cityscape from the deck or Harriet’s Lounge restaurant on the 10th floor.

The Blue Lagoon: Grindavik, Iceland

You’ve probably heard of the Blue Lagoon. With its huge, naturally heated blue pools, swim-up bars, and in-water massages, it’s obviously worth a visit. There’s a reason it’s the number one tourist spot in the country. But what often gets left out of the conversation are its lux, on-site hotels. Book a room at the five-star Retreat Hotel or the Silica Hotel for surreal views, high-end dining opportunities, and plenty of access to the Nordics’ favorite soaking experience. With the recent volcanic activity, just be sure to check if it’s open before you plan a visit.

The Four Seasons San Domenico Palace: Taormina, Italy

Embrace your inner White Lotus character with a swim at the Four Seasons San Domenico Palace in Taormina, Italy. The property, which serves as a backdrop for season 2 of the darkly funny HBO show, features stunning views from its 69-foot infinity pool. If you’re looking for a bit more privacy, booking the Royal Suite will also net you a private plunge pool where you can gaze out over the Ionian Sea and Taormina’s ancient Greek theater while you soak.

The Tank at The Golden Nugget: Las Vegas, NV

Given the city’s unabashed affair with excess, almost any pool in Vegas could make this list. But The Tank at the Golden Nugget has a little something extra. Namely—sharks. No, you won’t be swimming with the ocean’s most maligned creatures, but thanks to a 30-million-dollar renovation, you can float right up to their 200,000-gallon tank and snap a selfie, or cut through the center of the tank via waterslide.

Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows: Santa Monica, CA

Fairmont Miramar feels like it belongs on a California postcard—for good reason. The Santa Monica hotel has hosted a fleet of notable celebrities, including Greta Garbo, Jean Harlow, Marilyn Monroe, and Jimmy Stewart. Soak up the old-Hollywood charm by their palm-tree, blessed pool, and grab lunch while you grab some sun at Fig Restaurant.

Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong Kangqiao: Shanghai, China

While we’re on the topic of vertically-gifted pools, the Holiday Inn in Shanghai, China boasts a swimming hole located on the 24th floor. As if being over 300 feet above the Earth in your swimming trunks isn’t thrilling enough, the clear-bottomed pool juts out past the building, allowing swimmers the ultimate, floating in space vibes.

The Rally Hotel: Denver CO

When choosing a hotel, it’s all about location. Located downtown, The Rally Hotel pool overlooks nearby Coors Field, which means you can eavesdrop on a game from the comfort of a hot tub. For bonus relaxation, grab a beer from the poolside bar.

San Alfonso del Mar: Algarrobo, Chile

San Alfonso del Mar is a sprawling resort complex about 60 miles west of Santiago, with a combination of long- and short-term housing. It would make sense, then, that the behemoth complex is also home to one of the world’s largest pools, filled with filtered salt water from the nearby ocean. It’s over 15 football fields long—so consider it the perfect place for all your kayaking, scuba-diving instruction, aqua-fitness classes, and even sailing needs. In need of relaxation? No problem, the nearby roofed beach (yep, you read that right) features heated sand and temperature-controlled water. 

Enchantment Resort: Sedona, AZ

Sedona, AZ, is supposedly placed on a spiritual vortex. While that might be hard to prove, it’s worth arguing that the pool at Enchantment Resort is blessed with a calming presence. Float surrounded by the red rock mountains—or book a treatment at Mii Amo, the on-site spa where massages, facials, and scrubs are all inspired by Native American traditions.

Anantara Mai Khao Villas: Phuket, Thailand

The upcoming third season of White Lotus is blessing us with not one, but two locations. Get your Mike White character cosplay on at the Anantara Mai Khao Villas, in Phuket, Thailand. The resort offers private pool villas for maximum relaxation—just in case the in-house yoga or lush open-air spa isn’t enough.

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