Hong Kong Pools to Boost Your Home’s Value
Addition of a pool can increase its resale value significantly; however, its impact depends heavily on its type. Pools typically add the most value when located on large lots in high-end neighborhoods with plenty of open space for them; having an expansive backyard also boosts property resale value.
Swimming is an excellent form of exercise in Hong Kong’s hot and humid weather, making public pools the perfect places for exercise. Adult admission to public pools costs only HK$17 during weekdays (and 19 on weekends and public holidays) making the local aquatic facilities easy accessible.
Sai Kung Public Swimming Pool provides an ideal setting to showcase your skill on the lanes, relax in their leisure pool or teach others at its teaching pool, and make new friends – plus there is even a toddler pool and water slides to keep kids happy!
Tai Wan Public Swimming Pool provides breathtaking views of Hong Kong from its outdoor pool area. Boasting three distinct pools – main pool, two teaching pools and water slide – as well as being located close to Wing Lai Yuen Sichuan Noodles so you can have an excellent meal after swimming!
Victoria Park in the center of the city features various recreational amenities, such as its large indoor pool. Equipped with Olympic-sized lanes and spectator stands that hold 2,500 seats, this pool also provides baby care rooms and family changing rooms, making Victoria Park an ideal place for families to visit for some refreshing swimming time.
Ma On Shan is one of Hong Kong’s finest pools for aquatic enthusiasts, boasting four giant water slides — two of which are said to be Hong Kong’s fastest! Additionally, this complex includes three teaching and leisure pools as well as fun installations like mushroom and tree-shaped fountains.
Jordan Valley Pool in Kwun Tong offers small slides and water guns perfect for kids of all ages, close to Hammer Hill Road. Open Wednesday – Monday for regular swimming, it is closed Tuesdays for cleaning purposes.