As soon as someone says Hong Kong, images of shopping and dim sum may come to mind, but few associate the city with beautiful hotel pools with city skyline views. Well it turns out Hong Kong is packed with these swimming spots from world’s highest pool to natural mountainside infinity ponds – plus you can swim here year-round due to its mild climate!
Swimming here is free – with the exception of Hong Kong National Museum of Art’s pool which requires an entry fee – yet you can still appreciate its beautiful surroundings, especially when visiting during one of their many special events such as film screenings or music concerts held throughout the year.
There’s nothing quite as relaxing or invigorating as taking a refreshing swim in a hotel pool with stunning views – and these 10 hotels in Hong Kong feature some amazing swimming pools to make the experience that much sweeter! Here’s your opportunity to spend the day refreshing off and unwinding by the water.
Whampoa Garden district hotel pool is an essential stop for anyone wanting a respite from city life. Surrounded by chaise lounges and featuring a whirlpool for maximum relaxation while gazing upon Victoria Harbour below. Additionally, for added luxury the hotel also features a bar beside its pool where cocktails can be ordered directly.
Sai Ying Pun’s Leisure Pool Area, complete with water slides and fountains suitable for children of various ages, has long been renowned as an enjoyable spot for families and friends looking to experience breathtaking views of both Sai Kung and Hong Kong Island. It remains popular even today.
Daily opening times for this facility are 6:30am-12:00, 1:00-6:00 and 7:00-10:00pm. You can insert a HK$5 coin for access into one of their lockers or bring in your own lock; additionally there’s also an on-site restaurant offering delicious dishes to satisfy hunger pangs!
As its name implies, the Casino Pool in Causeway Bay provides various pools for different activities – swimming and scuba diving among them – as well as a large sundeck with lounge chairs and BBQ pit. Accessible only to hotel guests but non-hotel visitors may purchase day passes for use of facilities; Monday closure due to lack of lifeguards has long been an issue; thus it’s best to consult their website for updates about opening times.