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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34 verified pools
Every pool is scored on the same five criteria and marked with its verification state. Filter the full list, or jump straight into a destination.
- Rooftop pools
- Infinity edges
- Heated all year
- Adults-only
- Family-friendly
- Beachfront
- Indoor pools
- Year-round swimming
- Large pools
- Saltwater
- Score 9+
Barcelona · 8.5/10
Hotel 1898
Partially verified 22 May 2026
Barcelona · 8.5/10
Grand Hotel Central
Partially verified 22 May 2026
Barcelona · 7.1/10
H10 Madison
Partially verified 22 May 2026
Barcelona · 6.6/10
Almanac Barcelona
Partially verified 22 May 2026
Barcelona · 6.6/10
Kimpton Vividora
Partially verified 22 May 2026
Barcelona · 6.6/10
Hotel SOFIA Barcelona
Partially verified 22 May 2026Or pick a destination
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