Summer in Hong Kong can be brutal. Blazing sun, insufferable humidity, and torrential rain can leave you drenched with sweat. But luckily for locals and visitors alike, the city boasts 44 public swimming pools, many of which offer kiddie pool facilities and water slides to make your day out as fun as possible.
The city’s hotels also offer fabulous pools that are perfect for a luxurious pool day, with stunning views of the city skyline and calm Victoria Harbour. But if you want the ultimate pool experience, there’s no better place than a gorgeous beach or the actual ocean — and Hong Kong doesn’t lack for either of those, either.
There are so many ways to spend a day at the pool, from splashing around with the kids to relaxing in your lounge chair with a cold drink and some music on. And of course, a swim at the right pool can be as much of an experience as a dinner at a fancy restaurant. So we’ve put together a list of some of the best hongkong pools for you to cool off, relax, and recharge with a refreshing swim!
1. W Hotel Wet Pool
One of the highest rooftop pools in the world, this pool on the 76th floor of W Hong Kong is definitely an Instagram-worthy experience. Stylishly designed, this pool is surrounded by Hong Kong’s towering skyscrapers and is also equipped with a Jacuzzi pool if you’re looking to wind down a bit more. There’s also a pool bar for when you need a refresher, as well as deckchairs to lounge on, a bite to eat, and of course high-speed WiFi to stay connected with your loved ones.
2. InterContinental Grand Stanford Hotel
The hotel’s outdoor pool is a true gem, with its three infinity pools that look like they are set right in the middle of Victoria Harbour. When you’re not in the water, enjoy a meal at the tea deck dining area that surrounds the pool, or head to the whirlpool for a spot of tranquility.
3. Kerry Hotel’s Pool
There’s nothing more refreshing than a dip in a sparkling clean pool, and what’s more, the water at the pool at Kerry Hotel has some pretty incredible views of the cityscape that you won’t find anywhere else. Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, mirrored ceilings, and LED walls that showcase the illusion of coral reefs, this pool is the ultimate insta-worthy destination for your next pool day.
4. Victoria Park Swimming Pool
The hugely popular Victoria Park is home to a massive pool complex that caters to the crowds of families who visit every weekend. With a shallow children’s pool, a diving pool, and a leisure pool, the Victoria Park Swimming Pool is the perfect pool for all ages.
5. Man Cheung Po Rock Pools
A popular summer outing among locals, the rock pools on the Man Cheung Po Nature Trail in the New Territories are a beautiful natural escape that can be reached with a sweaty hike. A must-see for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts, this scenic hike is sure to be worth the clammy trek!
