16 outdoor pool Hotels

Located on the top floors (27th to 39th) of the modern Times Square tower completed in 2011, The Reverie offers a central vantage point with stunning views of Saigon's Dong Khoi and Nguyen Hue streets. It's a great base for exploring the city's vibrant financial, commercial, entertainment, and tourism hub …

Towering above the Cap Martin peninsula and Monaco on the Côte d'Azur, the Maybourne Riviera is a half-manmade, half-organic hotel complex. It sits atop a natural pedestal, with its structure blended into the rocks with cascading terraces and gardens. The Maybourne Riviera's modernist villa is a state-of-the-art masterpiece designed by …

Deep in the beautiful Andalusian countryside, in the village called Benamaurel, there’s a rather unexpected hotel. The bird’s eye view reveals doors that seem to emerge straight out of the plant-covered hillside. Impossible? Not at all! Cuevas Helena is a holiday home ran by a Scottish couple with all rooms …

Oasia Hotel Downtown Singapore is one of those unmissable buildings that you can’t walk past without turning your head. After all, it’s not every day that you see a skyscraper exploding with tropical plants. And there’s more to wow you at this hotel than just the exteriors: it has two …

Created by fashion designer Silvia Tcherassi, this hotel is as exquisite as her bridal collections. With just seven unique rooms (including one three-level suite with a private pool!), the Nacar Hotel is set in a 250-year-old colonial mansion in Colombia’s Cartagena and offers guests a chance to stay in one …

Located in the Haute Savoie region of the French Alps, Terminal Neige is perfect for any snow-loving explorer! What makes this ski resort unique is its quirky style and decor that guests will find in each one of the 96 rooms. In fact, each room has a white wall with …

Located on the beautiful golden sands of Natai Beach, Thailand, facing the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea, the Iniala Beach House is the perfect getaway. Iniala Beach House is a private residence available to rent entirely or by individual villa or Penthouse Suite. Boasting three beachfront villas and a …

A former 19th-century water purifying factory, Hotel La Purificadora, is located in the historic city of Puebla, Mexico. The retention of many of the building's original elements, including exposed stone walls and stone aqueducts, lends La Purificadora an air of history and authenticity. At the same time, modern influences like …

This unique luxury campsite is set in the Australian desert amidst red sand dunes and stunning views. Located right by the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Longitude offers fifteen luxury tents (each elevated on stilts) where the flick of a bedside switch to raise the blinds is all that stands beside …

South Africa is home to the world’s first-ever dry-dock marina, where guests can stay on any one of five yachts or boats (with one more in the making!) without the pulse of water rushing underneath. Whether you’re prone to seasickness or just longing to channel your inner-pirate personality sans water, …

The Tongabezi Lodge is a premier romantic destination situated upstream of one of the world’s most impressive natural wonders, Victoria Falls. This privately owned resort prides itself on warm hospitality and your choice of exclusive cottages from where you can immerse yourself in the wonder of your surroundings. In addition …

As you approach the Cap Rocat, it almost feels as if you have been transported through time. Situated on a remote stretch of the bay of Palma, this former 19th-century fortress on Mallorca has been refurbished into a stunning boutique hotel. To preserve the structure's original character, architectural elements, including …

As a hub of international business and trade, Singapore represents a unique fusion of cultures across Asia. The Parkroyal on Pickering is located at an integral confluence of both business and culture within Singapore, allowing guests to experience this diversity while enjoying the spectacular cityscape and exclusive accommodation. The Parkroyal …

Set against the backdrop of the spectacular scenery of the Fenals, Alva Park Costa Brava is the ideal location to experience the beauty and culture of the Girona. This exclusive resort is situated in Costa Brava's heart on one of the region’s most breathtaking beaches. Although it is far removed …

Formally Bombay, Mumbai is India’s capital of commerce and home to the Bollywood film industry. Rise above the hustle and bustle of the city in your guestroom, perhaps overlooking the Arabian Sea with floor-to-ceiling windows. It has internet, a hot drink maker and top quality bedding. The best suites have …

POD Hotel Cape Town touts the “sound of the sea”, noting its relaxing ambiance and a seaside sophistication lacking in most coastal hotels. These luxury rooms give you ample viewing of mountains and the sea with contemporary decor. There are only 15 units, but each one features the best in …