Top 10 Amazing Pools in the World

There are beautiful swimming pools all over the world. Then there are those who take the meaning of the word pool to new heights. They’re visually stunning and frequently set in idyllic settings. Yes, these are the pools you’ve probably scrolled through photos of on Instagram a hundred times and fantasized about swimming in. So what are you waiting for?

To swim in any of those pools, you may have to go through the ordeal of immersing yourself in some indulgent luxury at an elite resort. Doesn’t that sound reasonable? But believe me when I say that deciding which of these ten magnificent pools in the world to dive into will be difficult. They’re all completely incredible.

Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

The rooftop infinity pool at the Marina Bay Sands Hotel in Singapore is not only one of the most beautiful pools in the world, but it is also one of the most exclusive. The pool, which resembles an artificial river and is surrounded by tropical palm trees, extends all the way to the building’s edge. If you dare, look down because it’s 57 stories up from ground level.

Before you can swim here, you must be a guest at the Marina Bay Sands. The pool area is only accessible with a room key card. That doesn’t mean the pool isn’t busy. You should go early in the morning to avoid the crowds. The pool is open day and night, until eleven p.m., and one of the things that makes this pool so special is the incredible views of the city.

The Cambrian Hotel, Adelboden, Switzerland

Think again if the thought of swimming in a pool in the snow-covered Swiss Alps makes you shiver. The Cambrian Hotel has an infinity pool that, once you’re in it, you won’t want to leave, even if it’s snowing.

The Cambrian Hotel pool extends from the main hotel building into the grounds, with breathtaking views of the mountains all around it. You won’t get goosebumps even if the scenery looks like something out of a Christmas card. The pool is heated to a moderately warm 32°C, which is ideal for soothing any aches and pains you may have from skiing or hiking. You don’t even have to brave the cold when you go outside. The pool connects to the hotel’s indoor pool via a special door, allowing you to swim directly from one to the other.

Jade Mountain, St Lucia

Some things are simply not meant to be shared, such as infinity pools. If you want one all to yourself, go to Jade Mountain in St Lucia. There are twenty-four sanctuary-style accommodations available, each with its own infinity pool. The pools are luxurious and visually merge with the Caribbean Sea. The pool grows in proportion to the size of the sanctuary.

Imagine waking up, walking out onto your balcony, and stepping into your own pool. With no one else around to intrude on your privacy. You can swim or simply float while admiring the scenic views of the Piton Mountains.

San Alfonso del Mar, Algarrobo, Chile

When does a pool cease to be a pool? When it’s as large as Algarrobo’s San Alfonso del Mar. This massive pool is three thousand three hundred feet long and covers a surface area of nearly twenty acres. Standing on the edge of this pool will give you the impression that you are about to step into the ocean.

The San Alfonso del Mar pool was once the largest in the world, but City Stars Sharm El Sheikh has pushed it down to second place in the rankings. That fact does not diminish its significance. The water temperature is a comfortable 26°C all year and easily rivals the South Pacific Ocean’s tropical blue waters.

Grace Santorini, Santorini, Greece

There are pools with views that will leave you speechless, and then there are pools with views that will leave you speechless. One of the latter is the massive infinity pool at the Grace Hotel on the Greek island of Santorini. The hotel is built on a cliff, and the pool’s azure waters merge with the brilliant blue of the Aegean Sea.

While a daytime swim in this pool is impressive, and the views along the coast and across to Skaros Rock leave nothing to be desired, it really comes into its own as night falls. Take a dip in this pool in the early evening and you’ll be watching the sunset on the horizon in a blaze of fiery colors. It is truly incomparable.

One & Only Reethi Rah, Maldives

The Serenity pool at the Maldives’ One & Only Reethi Rah resort is an architectural marvel. It extends into the sea and appears to reach the distant horizon in an endless stretch of blue. It has a very sleek and sophisticated minimalist design. After swimming a few lengths, lie in the shallows on the stone bed or slip into the pool’s jacuzzi and you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into a Zen garden with water as its main feature. This one-hundred-foot-long lap pool is only for adults, so there will be no noisy children to disturb the peace.

Alpin Panorama Hotel Hubertus, South Tyrol, Italy

The Sky pool at the Alpin Panorama Hotel Hubertus is a unique infinity pool. Unlike most pools, this one does not create the optical illusion of merging with the sea. It fuses with the sky, as the name implies.

The Sky Pool is a massive 82-foot-long structure suspended on stilts forty feet above the ground. The end wall and a panel in the base are made of glass, giving the impression that you’re almost flying when you swim.

Ubud Hanging Gardens, Bali, Indonesia

There is only one thing better than an infinity pool: two infinity pools combined. The Ubud Hanging Gardens’ split-level freshwater pool is an infinity pool to die for. Swimming in the top pool puts you at eye level with the surrounding jungle’s tree canopies and allows you to see down into the pool below. You can walk down the stone steps into the crystalline depths of the lower pool, lie on the central island, or simply relax in one of the semi-submerged seats while listening to the water cascading from above.

The Sarojin, Khao Lak, Thailand

The Sarojin resort’s pool in Khao Lak, Thailand, is a turquoise oasis surrounded by tropical jungle. When the sun shines on the pool, the water takes on the color of the tiles that have been used to line it. It’s a color that blends well with the surroundings to create a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere.

This eighty-foot-by-eighty-foot leisure lagoon features three floating pavilions for lounging and a jacuzzi on one side for some revitalizing water therapy. Doesn’t it sound idyllic? After dusk, when the pool is illuminated by spotlights, it becomes even more beautiful. Simply stunning.

The Joule Hotel, Dallas, USA

The Joule Hotel in Dallas has a unique rooftop pool that everyone wants to swim in. However, you must reserve a room at the 1927-built hotel before you can take advantage of the opportunity, as it is only available to guests. The hotel building has an interesting history, as it was once the Dallas National Bank, and is filled with museum-worthy artwork, but the pool is ultramodern.

The pool itself is a structural marvel, extending out from the tenth floor. The eight-foot-long projection that reaches out over Main Street in Dallas has a glass wall at the end, and the spine-tingling views down to the street below are enough to induce an acrophobia attack.

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