Sky-high hotel swimming pools around the world

Drifting lazily around your hotel’s rooftop pool, it can feel as if you’re in a world of your own: the blue sky above and cool water around you. But swim to its infinity edge and what do you see – mountains, coastlines, forests or a cityscape? 

With our roundup of sky-high hotel swimming pools around the world, there’s bound to be a stunning option for your next getaway.

Hotel rooftop pools with city views

Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Gazing up at Singapore’s iconic hotel from street level is one thing; experiencing the opposite vantage point is another. Marina Bay Sands’ infinity pool, 57 floors above the ground, puts you at eye level with the clouds, and it feels as if you might spill over into the glistening bay and Singapore skyline below. There are poolside loungers available as well – if you can pull yourself away from the panorama.

137 Pillars Suites & Residences, Bangkok

With a 360-degree view, leafy vertical garden and cosy poolside cabanas, this infinity escape is a jewel among Bangkok’s rooftop hotel pools. Available exclusively to suite guests, it’s easy to imagine you’re swimming on a tiny floating island in the sky. That is, until a glimpse of Thai skyscrapers brings you back to Earth to admire the views of the city unfurling before you.  

The Address Beach Resort, Dubai

This sleek, curved watery getaway is officially the world’s highest outdoor infinity pool in a building, according to Guinness World Records^™. Perched on the 77th floor of the fabulous Address Beach Resort , it looks out over the world’s tallest Ferris wheel (Ain Dubai) and Jumeirah Beach. Lounge chairs, sunbeds and gazebos abound, while private cabanas are also available for an additional charge. 

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong 

The highest pool in the world can be found on the 118th floor of the ICC, Hong Kong’s tallest building, in the Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong – and given its height, it’s probably for the best that it’s an indoor pool. Through the glass, buildings look like toy blocks and mountains resemble clay models. You might just spend more time sightseeing through the pool windows than paddling.

W Hong Kong, Hong Kong 

Yet another one of the world’s highest rooftop pools, the W Hong Kong’s outdoor pool offers gorgeous, sweeping views of Victoria Harbour. Both day and night provide something new to marvel at, so don’t hesitate to drop by several times throughout your stay. If you don’t feel like getting your feet wet, grab a chilled drink or a light bite from the poolside bar.

Check out our guide to more hotel pools in Hong Kong.

Tropical resorts with infinity pools

The Edge, Bali

A feat of design, this Balinese resort’s outdoor pool cantilevers over a cliff, with a small glass-bottomed section that allows you to see directly below. Dive down and you’ll find yourself looking at a lush emerald cliffside, where white-crested waves crash against the rocks. If that sounds a little too thrilling, you can unwind poolside on a cushioned, shaded lounge chair. 

Topas Ecolodge, Vietnam

This remote lodge is built on a series of hillside terraces in northern Vietnam and boasts two outdoor infinity pools – one located above the other. Hop between the heated family pool on the upper terrace and adults-only pool and hot tub on the lower, all while admiring the cloud-covered peaks that surround you. The resort conveniently offers a daily shuttle service from Hanoi, Vietnam’s buzzing capital.

Mountaintop hotels with sky-high pools

Hotel Hubertus, Italy

Take a dip in the heated outdoor sky pool at this rustic-chic mountain resort and you’ll be treated to a magnificent view of Italy’s Dolomites, whether they’re dusted with snow in the winter or blanketed with grass in the summer. This pool brings added drama by extending over a mountain edge, with a glass bottomed area on the far side. For even more vantage points, check out the resort’s five other sky-high pools.

Hotel Villa Honegg, Switzerland

This venerated Swiss property overlooks peaks, valleys and the shimmering Lake Lucerne – all of which can be taken in from an outdoor infinity pool, kept at a balmy 34 degrees year-round. Each season brings a sprinkling of magic to the surrounding scenery, dusting it in snow in winter and carpeting it in lush greenery in summer. Pool day passes are available for those not staying at the villa.

 Hotel pools with sea views 

Innside Calvia Beach, Mallorca, Spain

At this hotel on the Spanish island of Mallorca, a partially suspended rooftop pool brings you eye to eye with the beautiful Bay of Palma. Look down through its glass bottom however, and you’ll see people milling about on the square below. Classic wooden deck chairs, a shaded terrace and cocktail bar, and regular live DJ sessions complete the laid-back beach vibes. 

Post Ranch Inn, California, USA

You’ll feel like a bird nestled high on a seaside cliff at Post Ranch Inn’s mountainside pool, just a three-hour drive from San Francisco. On clear days, you can gaze upon the vast Pacific Ocean; during misty weather, you’ll find yourself looking out onto a carpet of fluffy clouds. Best of all, the craggy folds of Big Sur's mountains rise just behind the pool for a blissful change of scenery.