Swimming is one of the best ways to beat the heat this summer and can provide hours of refreshing relaxation and enjoyment while providing low-impact fitness benefits for both body and mind. Plus, swimming offers great social interaction among friends or can simply provide alone time!
Public and government-run swimming pools tend to become overcrowded during peak seasons. If you want an exclusive pool experience without all the crowds, hotel pools offer great facilities, fantastic views, and dining options galore.
Island Shangri-La’s pool is an exquisite oasis in Central, featuring palm trees, umbrella-lined lounge chairs and an impressively large outdoor pool that will transport you away to an exotic tropical resort. As an Asaya member, you can take full advantage of this impressive oasis and receive 12 complimentary day passes upon registration.
Kennedy Town Swimming Pool stands out as one of Hong Kong’s premier public pools with its extensive swimming area and variety of water sports activities, providing visitors with plenty to do – swimming laps, relaxing in the sun or simply taking in breathtaking harbour views! Their three indoor and two outdoor pools give visitors ample room to swim or simply soak up some vitamin D from the sunshine! With incredible panoramic views and endless sunshine you may feel as though you are truly living the life!
Tsing Yi Swimming Pool offers something for all family members at its complex, including main pool, teaching pool, leisure pool and one specifically tailored towards toddlers. Well-maintained by locals alike, it provides a welcoming and peaceful retreat from city life.
Swimming at The Landmark is an absolute must for water sport enthusiasts. The massive rooftop pool makes the ideal place for taking summer selfies and enjoying spectacular views of Victoria Harbour’s skyline – not forgetting its comfy lounge chairs and colourful mosaic walls which make this Instagrammer’s paradise!
Hong Kong experienced heavy showers on Thursday due to a trough of low pressure, but that didn’t keep swimmers away from enjoying newly opened pools. Around 20 public pools may only partially open this summer while 500 licensed private pools will not operate due to an inadequate supply of lifeguards, according to Hong Kong Recreation and Sports Professionals General Union (HKRSPGU).
With its soothing blue and white palette and elegant design, the pool at W Hong Kong makes an impressive statement of luxury. Situated 76th floor of the hotel, guests will be graced with breathtaking views while lounging beside their spectacular oasis pool. Not only can guests take advantage of this amazing pool but there are other luxurious amenities as well, including an extensive wellness menu and relaxing spa treatments available as part of its offerings.