Hong Kong summers can be scorching and humid – not ideal conditions for cooling off with a refreshing dip. But, if you’re willing to think outside the box (literally!), there are numerous hotel pools with stunning views of Victoria Harbour skylines or Victoria Harbor itself offering refreshing pools that may surprise you!
As well as offering amazing views, Hong Kong pools also boast many other amenities to make swimming even more enjoyable. Some of the finest Hong Kong pools include bars where guests can sip drinks and snack while cooling off, cabanas for relaxing in an secluded space, Jacuzzis or saunas for added indulgence, etc.
Kerry Hotel’s luxurious outdoor pool provides the epitome of luxurious relaxation. Boasting almost zero barriers around its 25-meter length, you get an unobstructed view of Victoria Harbour and Hung Hom. Situated close to Red Sugar Terrace Bar, it makes an excellent place for afternoon drinks or sunset parties alike.
W Hotel’s modern outdoor pool is another must-see attraction when visiting Hong Kong. Situated on the 118th floor of the International Commerce Center, this water feature gives visitors a taste of swimming above clouds with floor-to-ceiling windows and LED walls featuring coral reef imagery, making for a surreal swimming experience.
Be sure to visit Wong Chuk Hang public pool in Sai Kung with your children when traveling here! This facility houses a leisure pool complete with water slides for children of all ages and has three sessions each day; additionally there’s diving and training pools as well as toddlers’ pools!
The outdoor pool at The Ritz Carlton stands out as one of Hong Kong’s most impressive. Situated atop its roof and surrounded by its towering skyscrapers, this rooftop pool boasts an impressive glass floor allowing visitors to walk out onto the edge of buildings if desired. There is also an eye-catching painted wall featuring butterflies for those in search of refreshments or snacks nearby – the pool bar provides just this solution.
At The Palace, their indoor pool is also worth seeing; just for its historic context alone! Featuring two 50-metre pools as well as teaching and diving pools as well as toddlers’ pools. Lockers may be rented with a refundable deposit of HK$5 required; alternatively you may bring in your own padlock to secure it.