When the temperature heats up, one of the best ways to beat the heat is with a refreshing swim. Swimming not only offers physical refreshment, but it’s been proven to also have many health benefits including increasing cardiovascular fitness, reducing stress levels and aiding weight loss. As temperatures soar further we have collected some of Hong Kong’s finest hotels pools as a great way to cool-off.

From indoor sand-filled pools to iconic building rooftop pools, here are pools where you can take pleasure in (semi) private time, world-class facilities and incredible views – all while sipping a refreshing beverage!

Island Shangri-La’s rooftop pool may not look like your typical swimming hole, but when you take a swim you will soon understand why this has become one of Hong Kong’s top spots. Offering floor-to-ceiling windows providing views of Hong Kong Island and Victoria Harbour along with comfortable lounge chairs and an outdoor jacuzzi for relaxing during sunset viewing, it makes this spot one of the city’s premier destinations.

Ritz-Carlton

Have you ever wanted to experience what it would be like to swim amongst the clouds? Look no further! At the Ritz-Carlton’s 118th floor pool in the International Commerce Center, swimming here will certainly give that sensational feeling! Floor-to-ceiling windows give views of life below while LCD screens on walls and ceiling display tropical fishes, bubbles, clouds and beach scenes for an incredible aquatic adventure!

Hong Kong’s hotel pools may be more luxurious than public or government-run pools, yet they still boast fun features to keep the whole family occupied this summer. From twisting 28-metre slides to indoor and outdoor pools with breathtaking views, these are among the top places for an afternoon of swimming, lounging, and sunbathing in Hong Kong this summer.

Hong Kong pools remain open despite recent water contamination incidents in Shenzhen. To address the situation, the LCSD has implemented measures such as increasing inspections of potentially contaminated pools and restricting their capacity at peak times to prevent swimmers from spreading germs to other parts of Hong Kong.