Swimming pools are a standard offer for any hotel that wants to be seen as serious in the business. Naturally, they are not meant for professional swimmers only and it is the design and amenities they offer that makes some of them stand out from the competition. This is what separates 10 best hotel pools in Australia from all the rest.
Holiday Inn Old Sydney
A clear view of the Sydney Harbor Bridge, Opera House and the entire harbor is what is special about this rooftop pool and spa. The sunsets are especially inspiring for new ideas on what to see next in Sydney.
Palazzo Versace, Gold Coast
Australia’s first fashion branded hotels among other things shines in the swimming pool department as well. Private cabanas, massage, pedicure and a wide variety of food and beverages make every visitor feel as the celebrities often seen there.
Crown Metropol, Melbourne
Swimming in the pool that is located on the 27th floor is one of the most unique experiences. Being glass enclosed and coupled with aroma steam rooms, sun lounges and hot pool with a massage jet this extravagant place offers full enjoyment throughout the year.
Bedarra Island Resort, Queensland
For all those that are looking for some privacy and peace of mind will surely find it here. Gorgeous hotel pool as well as the private ones in its villas and the breathtaking views they provide guarantee luxurious rejuvenation. Maximum capacity is 16 people; make sure you reserve your spot on time.
Sea World, Gold Coast
This is a perfect spot for all those that enjoy active pool time. Families with children have a special appeal for this dynamic place, both due to abundance of activities it offers, educational character it has and the level of sun protection its shade sail posts guarantee.
The Langham, Sydney
Reopened after a 30 million dollars’ worth of redecoration this 20m indoor swimming pool is ready to welcome guests. A take-your-time policy is still valid and visitors can take a swim, have a spa treatment and swim again, enjoying open sky ceiling in its full starry glory all the time.
Qualia, Hamilton Island
The infinity edge pools of this modern luxurious resort offer a life like illusion of swimming in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef. A perfect setting for all those who prefer a snack and a drink to dipping in the Reef’s waters for real but still want to feel as a part of it.
Marriott Resort and Spa, Surfers Paradise
This salt water five meter deep lagoon is home for more than 400 tropical fish, among other Trigger and Surgeonfish. It is a perfect spot for adrenaline lovers who do not feel at home swimming in the open ocean. An artificial coral reef completes the experience, coupled with waterfalls and rock grottos.
The Byron At Byron, Byron Bay
It is rather a unique experience to swim in the pools or sunbathe along its edges being surrounded by 45 acres of lush rainforest. Morning yoga before it and refreshing cocktail after it, all in the same surrounding guarantee a fresh mind and body setting for all life challenges that may follow.
Peppers Ruffles Lodge & Spa, Gold Coast Hinterland
The thing that makes this spa location so special are not just calming waters of its lap pool or the heated water of the outside pool during winter, it is the view of the Zen gardens and Tai chi lawns that surrounds you. Sauna, gym and a private cinema only add to the experience.
One thing is for sure, any of these pools deserves a place in the top ten list and visitors from all around the world have only words of praise for them.
Author: Marie Nieves
Marie Nieves, student of economics who loves unusual trips and have a plan to travel the whole world. She has always loved to travel, and she loves to talk about her experiences. On her travels she likes to read poetry and prose and loves to surf the Internet. An avid lover of photography.