Hong Kong summer has arrived and with it comes overcrowded beaches, dripping air-con units and intense humidity. If you need a break to cool off and stay active during this heatwave, visit one of Hong Kong’s 44 public swimming pools which feature kiddie pools and water slides – ideal for families. Adult rates on weekdays start at HK$17 with weekend rates beginning at HK$19 while kids swim free!
However, despite the cooling breeze of autumn, most public pools remain under coronavirus restrictions, and some have even had to close due to an insufficient number of lifeguards. While Leisure and Cultural Services Department rules do provide some protection for swimmers, they can make taking a dip more challenging than usual.
Stay cool this summer by visiting one of Hong Kong’s amazing hotel pools! Some offer incredible swimming pools for relaxing swims alongside wine and snacks – plus booking with Cathay Pacific can earn bonus Asia Miles!
Just a quick search online will reveal that many hotels across the city boast swimming pools ranging from infinity pools overlooking Victoria Harbour to family-friendly waters zones. Here are our picks of top hotels to visit when swimming pool hunting as well as their most attractive offers.
One of Hong Kong’s newest public pools, this spacious complex faces Tolo Harbour. The main pool boasts large spectator stands that can hold 1,200 people; several smaller training and teaching pools; as well as a toddlers’ pool featuring whimsical water installations such as mushroom and tree-shaped fountains; there are also four waterslides here, two of which boast nine-metre speeds! Lastly, Hong Kong Water Park boasts four waterslides including two of Hong Kong’s fastest ones!
Tsing Yi’s outdoor pool is an excellent spot for families, and is the largest public pool in its district. It boasts three swimming pools – main pool, teaching pool and an outdoor leisure pool featuring waterfalls and rocks as well as an adult-size diving pool – that are both open during winter as well as heated.