Edition 01 · 2026
The best hotel pools, ranked.
Independent rankings and guides to the world's most beautiful hotel pools — in Barcelona, Paris, London and New York. No sponsored placements.
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6 verified hotel profiles
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- Rooftop pools
- Infinity edges
- Heated all year
- Adults-only
- Family-friendly
- Beachfront
- Indoor pools
- Year-round swimming
- Large pools
- Saltwater
- Score 9+
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Amirandes Grecotel Boutique Resort
Fully verified 16 Sept 2026Bangkok
The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Fully verified 16 Sept 2026
Crete
Avra Imperial Hotel
Fully verified 16 Sept 2026
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Aequora Lanzarote Suites
Fully verified 16 Sept 2026Paris
Hôtel Molitor MGallery
Fully verified 16 Sept 2026
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Anemos Luxury Grand Resort
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