Top 5 Hong Kong Pools
When the sweltering summer heat hits, many Hongkongers take refuge in cosy cafes, cool restaurants or malls to escape it. But if you are not a fan of the indoors, why not soak up some sun and enjoy a refreshing dip at one of Hong Kong’s best pools?
From rooftop infinity pools with jaw-dropping views to water parks complete with waterslides, here are some of our favourite swimming spots around town.
Taking eight years to come to fruition, the Terry Farrell-designed Kennedy Town Swimming Complex opened along Victoria Harbour in February this year. The spaceship-type building features a main pool, leisure pool and a children’s pool as well as hot and cold plunge pools, and boasts an impressive view of the cityscape.
The pool is a major draw for locals and visitors alike. It’s a great place to practise your strokes, splash about with kids or unwind in a daybed with drinks and snacks on offer. The hotel’s rooftop pool also offers sweeping views of the city and provides plenty of opportunities for snapping some Instagram-worthy photos.
While the pool is open to non-hotel guests, it’s still recommended to book ahead. You can do this on the hotel’s website or by calling its reservations hotline.
As a popular destination for mainland swimmers, this luxurious waterfront hotel’s outdoor pool is worth a visit. It offers spectacular views of the sea and Victoria Peak, as well as comfortable reclining loungers and cocktail service by the poolside. It’s the perfect spot to unwind after a long day of exploring.
This hotel has the longest outdoor pool in Hong Kong and is a favourite among swimmers and sunbathers. You can enjoy the scenery while sipping on a drink or savouring a bite to eat from the adjacent restaurant and bar. The pool is a little on the pricy side, but the views and location alone are worth the price of entry.
Although the coronavirus pandemic has ended, some public pools are still struggling to hire enough seasonal lifeguards to keep them open this summer. The shortage has prompted some pools to restrict access or only open part of their facilities. This has affected swimming clubs, which have been told to rethink their plans for summer classes. The HK Recreation and Sports Professionals General Union warned that around 20 public pools will only partially open this month and up to 500 licensed private pools may not be able to operate as planned this summer.
Located on the 76th floor of W Hong Kong, this rooftop pool is famous for offering the ultimate view of the city. This modern rooftop retreat features a larger rooftop infinity pool as well as a jacuzzi pool and plenty of deckchairs for lounging. There is even a poolside bar and high-speed internet for the tech-savvy.
Located in Tsing Yi, this spacious public pool has something for everyone. The large main pool, teaching pool and leisure pool offer a variety of water activities for families, while the toddler pool, water slides and lazy river are ideal for those with children.